Absolute Fear -AOONI- / 最恐 -青鬼-

52%
Game Brain Score Based on 42 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • optimization
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Absolute Fear -AOONI- is a first-person horror stealth action game where players search for their older sister in a mysterious mansion filled with supernatural beings called AOONI. With 18 levels, various items, and multiple endings, the game offers a thrilling and immersive experience as players evade the AOONI and solve the mansion's mysteries. The authentic stealth actions and atmospheric setting create an overwhelming presence that will keep players on the edge of their seats.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

52%
Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews
gameplay2 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game has fun puzzles that can be enjoyable for Ao Oni fans.
  • It features a good and intriguing story that unfolds through notes scattered in the environment.
  • The Oni model is a faithful 3D recreation of the original design, which can be mildly unsettling under the right lighting.
  • The game suffers from poor English translation and annoying sound effects, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Many players find the puzzles to be mind-numbing and repetitive, leading to a tedious gameplay experience.
  • It is considered a disappointing reinterpretation of the original Ao Oni, lacking the atmosphere and tension that made the original game enjoyable.
  • story9 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag; while some players find it intriguing and appreciate its depth, particularly through environmental storytelling, others feel it lacks engagement and accessibility. The requirement to complete the game flawlessly to unlock the full narrative has drawn criticism, as many believe that all players should have access to the complete story without needing to overcome challenging gameplay hurdles. Overall, the story's effectiveness varies significantly among players, with some enjoying its creepy sci-fi elements and others feeling it falls short.

    • “It has a good and intriguing story, fun gameplay, it doesn't feel tedious, and it maintains its fear factor especially when you're going for those no-death runs.”
    • “But I was immensely fascinated by the incredibly creepy sci-fi story of that legendary horror game, so I immediately embraced the idea of playing this 3D remake, this time on my own!”
    • “And most of all, I appreciated the story, a surprisingly deep sci-fi novel that primarily unfolds through notes scattered across the environment.”
    • “The story is kinda alright but not super interesting or engaging at all.”
    • “Now, speaking about the story, here is the only thing I literally hated about this game.”
    • “Paying customers should be rewarded with the complete story of the game without having necessarily to beat a hardcore challenge that normally should serve the sole purpose of unlocking achievements.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable and engaging, featuring an intriguing story and maintaining a sense of fear, particularly during no-death runs. However, some users feel it resembles lower-quality freeware games from 2013, suggesting it lacks depth despite being fun.

    • “It has a good and intriguing story, fun gameplay, it doesn't feel tedious, and it maintains its fear factor especially when you're going for those no-death runs.”
    • “Even though I recognize this game is very lacking, I still find the gameplay fun.”
    • “This game has the quality of a freeware game you'd play in 2013 (and not a good one like Ao Oni, more like the crappy cheap scare 3D maze ones). Even though I recognize this game is very lacking, I still find the gameplay fun.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization has been criticized for its excessive CPU and GPU usage, especially given its low-performance requirements, and players report a frustrating framerate lock at 30fps despite indications of higher performance. While some users note that the game runs smoothly overall, the optimization issues remain a significant concern.

    • “The game runs smoothly for the most part.”
    • “It uses an obscene amount of CPU and GPU for what should, for all intents and purposes, be a very low-performance requirement game. The framerate is seemingly locked to 30fps at all times (even with the performance mode FPS lock disabled), despite the game claiming that it’s running at a much higher framerate (in my case, 144fps).”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is described as captivating and engaging, encouraging replayability; however, it lacks the original's eerie tension, as the constant presence of the oni diminishes the suspense of unexpected encounters.

    • “If you trust me, my opinion is that this is a very good reinterpretation that I'll surely replay again and again, because I have absolutely been captivated by its fascinating atmosphere.”
    • “The game lacks the eerie atmosphere of the original, and the tension of knowing the oni could pop out at any moment does not exist as the oni is present at all times patrolling the level, and you hear him coming long before you see him.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding the breathing sound effects to be annoying, while others express a desire for the return of the original chase music. Overall, the soundtrack seems to lack the impact of previous iterations.

    • “The breathing sound gets annoying after a while, and I really miss the original chase music.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be underwhelming and not fitting for the game's atmosphere.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it is engaging and enjoyable rather than tedious, especially when pursuing challenging objectives like no death runs, all while maintaining an intriguing story and a consistent fear factor.

  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a quick cash grab, yet it still manages to deliver a satisfactory gaming experience for players.

    • “This game feels like a quick cash grab rather than a genuine effort to provide value to players.”
    • “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “I feel like I'm being constantly pushed to spend more, which ruins the overall experience.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics are described as solid, indicating a reliable and visually appealing presentation.

    • “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
    • “The visual design is breathtaking, with incredible attention to detail.”
    • “The game's art style is unique and beautifully executed.”
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