Abnormality
- October 28, 2024
- Nightmare Studios
Get on Steam"Abnormality is a multiplayer ghost-hunting horror game, where you and up to 3 friends explore abandoned locations using ghost hunting tools, night vision goggles, and stealth to uncover supernatural evidence. The experience is immersive and challenging due to the reliance on darkness, sound, and silence to avoid detection from unseen entities. Navigate haunted locales carefully, stay quiet, and cover your mouth to muffle your breathing to survive."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a great atmosphere and is genuinely scary, providing a unique twist on ghost hunting.
- Developers are responsive and actively working on improvements, showing promise for future updates.
- The graphics are impressive and the game offers fun multiplayer experiences, especially with friends.
- The game feels underwhelming and lacks polish, with many bugs and confusing mechanics.
- Control customization is limited, and the lack of a tutorial makes it difficult for new players to understand gameplay.
- Some gameplay elements, like the spirit box and item placement, are frustrating and poorly implemented.
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are widely praised for their realism and dark aesthetic, contributing to an immersive experience. While most reviews highlight the excellent visual design, some users note minor bugs and issues, such as uneven flooring and equipment scrolling glitches. Overall, the graphics receive high marks, enhancing both the fun and scary elements of the game.
“The graphics of the game are so real!”
“The game has a dark, realistic aesthetic.”
“Graphically, it’s excellent, despite minor issues like uneven flooring.”
“The graphics do have slight bugs, especially when scrolling through equipment.”
“Then there's the asking me to join the Discord whenever I open the game, or when I originally opened it, it was on the lowest possible graphics settings that I finally know what it feels like to be Hans Moleman from The Simpsons.”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many users noting that there is "not much of a story" or "not really a story" at all. This minimal narrative presence detracts from the overall experience, leaving players wanting more in terms of plot and setting.
“The story and setting are captivating.”
“The narrative is engaging and well-crafted.”
“The world-building enhances the overall experience.”
“There’s not much of a story.”
“There isn't really a story.”
“Story and setting are lacking.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is well-crafted but lacks unique elements that distinguish it from other games in the genre, with the only notable feature being a cute raccoon in the lobby that doesn't contribute to the horror experience.
“It’s nicely crafted, but it doesn’t seem closely tied to the gameplay itself.”
“There isn’t much in the gameplay that sets it apart from others, except maybe the cute raccoon in the lobby (though that has nothing to do with horror).”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is notably dark and chilling, effectively immersing players in a tense environment that captivates newcomers. However, experienced players may find the intensity less impactful over time.
“The game is scary in atmosphere and stands out in that factor.”
“From the very first moment, the atmosphere draws you in with its dark and chilling vibe.”
“It creates a tense atmosphere, which might excite newcomers, but I wouldn’t say experienced players would feel the same intensity.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music and sound design in the game significantly enhance the overall experience, with well-chosen sound effects that heighten tension during critical moments. While there is no background music, the atmospheric sounds, particularly of the storm, contribute to an immersive and fear-inducing environment.
“Additionally, the sound effects and music perfectly complement the experience, increasing the fear during critical moments.”
“There’s no background music, only the sound of the storm, but the sound effects are chosen well and make for an immersive experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted through amusing interactions with the ghost, particularly when using the spiritbox, though players express a desire for more engaging dialogue options. Overall, the game shows promise in its comedic elements, suggesting it could stand out among similar titles upon full release.
“The interactions with the ghost without the spirit box are hilarious; I wish there were more questions to ask it!”
“The game has great potential and I can see it competing with other relatable games once it's fully released.”
“Great jump scares combined with funny moments make for a unique experience!”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, leading to a lack of recommendation from users.
“There's just no way I can recommend this Halloween cash grab of a game.”
“The monetization is so aggressive that it ruins the overall experience.”
“It feels like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating to enjoy the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been reported as buggy, but developers are actively addressing issues through frequent hotpatches, indicating a commitment to improving stability shortly after launch.
“The game is incredibly buggy, and despite constant hotfixes, it feels unstable.”
“I experience frequent crashes and glitches that ruin the gameplay experience.”
“Even with recent updates, the stability issues persist, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
