Abyss of Neptune

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Abyss of Neptune is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Synodic Arc and was released on April 26, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Abyss of Neptune is a survival horror game set in the deep seas of the Bermuda Triangle. You are sent to investigate a mysterious underwater signal, but there is more to it than meets the eye. Do you have what it takes to survive the abyss?

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 135 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game is free and offers a surprisingly polished experience for an indie title, with decent visuals and sound design.
The atmosphere is well-crafted, providing a spooky underwater horror experience that keeps players engaged.
The level design is praised for its interconnected rooms, making exploration enjoyable despite some control issues.

The controls are often described as frustrating and floaty, making gameplay challenging, especially during combat and puzzle-solving.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and inconsistent enemy behavior, which detract from the overall experience.
The story lacks depth and coherence, leaving players confused about the plot and objectives.

graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the visuals as decent to excellent, especially for an indie title, and highlighting the atmospheric lighting and aesthetic appeal. However, some users report performance issues, including low frame rates and minor glitches, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the graphics contribute positively to the game's immersive ambiance and sound design.
- “The visuals were excellent, though a few minor glitches did occur.”
- “The art is aesthetically pleasing, and everything looks really polished with the detail of the lighting.”
- “The game does a great job regarding the immersion and the ambiance with nice visuals and with good music & audio which also really helps for the setting.”
- “Graphics are good, not great.”
- “On a 1050ti, I had to set every graphics option to low and drop the resolution down to 720p to get 60fps.”
- “I didn't expect too much out of this, and the underwater visuals are pretty neat, except for the sea monsters.”
story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
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The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its intriguing concept and atmosphere, while others criticize it for being poorly executed and lacking clarity. Many noted that the narrative is conveyed through scattered notes, leading to confusion and a lack of engagement, as the plot is often revealed too early or is overly simplistic. Overall, while the game has potential and an interesting premise, it suffers from pacing and storytelling issues that detract from the experience.
- “I was on edge for a lot of the game; it had great atmosphere, controlled fairly well, loved the concept behind the story, and it lasted the perfect amount of time for an indie horror game.”
- “I really want to like the game; it has a promising storyline and a creepy, horror-based atmosphere. It at least delivers on those fronts.”
- “Abyss of Neptune is a well-designed short game, with an interesting story and decent gameplay.”
- “Story makes no sense at all and is so cheesy it wasn't even funny.”
- “There's a lot of guessing with little guidance or clear back story.”
- “The story might have had promise, but frankly blows its load way too early.”
atmosphere
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with many players noting its ability to create tension and a sense of unease, particularly in horror settings. While some reviews mention control issues and narrative shortcomings, the overall ambiance, sound design, and unique environments contribute significantly to the immersive experience. Players who appreciate atmospheric games, especially in the horror genre, are likely to find this title engaging.
- “I was on edge for a lot of the game; it had great atmosphere, controlled fairly well, loved the concept behind the story, and it lasted the perfect amount of time for an indie horror game.”
- “This game has great atmosphere and good sound.”
- “The atmosphere is excellent and it makes good use of the underwater environment to add to its difficulty.”
- “It lacks atmosphere or mystery (the plot is spelled out in the first written plot items you find), so don't expect to be pulled along by the narrative.”
- “This is horror built not by building any atmosphere, but by copying the gameplay of games already released.”
- “I really want to like the game; it has a promising storyline and a creepy, horror-based atmosphere, but it at least delivers on those fronts.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the unique atmosphere and tension created by mechanics like limited oxygen and puzzle-solving, while others criticize the controls and overall execution as frustrating and unrefined. The game features a focus on object-finding to progress, but struggles with precision in combat and control responsiveness, leading to a lack of immersion for some players. Overall, while the visuals and sound design are commendable, the gameplay mechanics could benefit from significant improvements.
- “The immersion and sound design is absolutely wonderful, and I adore how it looks and the actual gaming mechanics!”
- “Love the story, concept, puzzles, and game mechanics.”
- “With great visuals, great gameplay, and very good voice acting, this game manages to give you chills when it needs and satisfaction when completing the puzzles.”
- “Wonky controls and not super compelling gameplay.”
- “The gameplay/game mechanics are quite annoying though at best.”
- “Mechanically speaking, the game is also not great; the control keys, especially the interact key, are hard to lock when needed.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a mix of cheesy and silly elements, with a plot that is both funny and nonsensical. While some players find the humor genuinely entertaining, particularly in its unchallenging and goofy approach to horror, others feel it detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a lighthearted take on horror that may appeal to those looking for a comedic twist.
- “The tone is very mixed with on-the-nose spooks, funny plot, and silly monster models.”
- “Will take up to 2 hours to complete including exploration time, banging your head against movement/interaction, and laughing at the plot.”
- “The horror is genuinely very funny which could be a plus if you want something unchallenging and goofy.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lengthy, with some describing it as a frustrating experience due to floaty controls and unavoidable motion blur. The need for repeated attempts to master mechanics adds to the overall sense of monotony.
- “It's one long, tedious grind.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Even half an hour in, I was finding it tedious, since the controls are just so floaty (pun not intended), and of course, motion blur can't be turned off.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely regarded as needing significant optimization, with users noting unresponsive controls and performance issues. Many feel that improvements in this area are essential for enhancing the overall experience.
- “The game needs optimization to enhance the overall experience.”
- “While the controls are a bit unoptimized and wonky, it's still a good attempt at delivering an engaging gameplay experience.”
- “Needs optimization.”
- “Performance and bug-related incidents are prevalent.”
- “The most this game is lacking is in the optimization department.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for enhancing immersion and ambiance, complementing the visuals effectively. Reviewers highlight the great soundtrack, noting its quality despite being somewhat brief, and appreciate how it supports the game's narrative and atmosphere.
- “The game does a great job regarding the immersion and the ambiance with nice visuals and with a good music & audio which also really helps for the setting.”
- “Super good game, great soundtrack, quicker than I like but very short and sweet.”
- “Very good game, it has a really good story, a good soundtrack and well, it is similar to Amnesia, do some puzzles, avoid monsters and continue with the main story.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is marred by several issues, including minor visual glitches, inconsistent AI interactions, and problematic controls that hinder gameplay. Players have reported significant bugs, such as crashes during critical moments and missing elements like the map and final boss, leading to a general recommendation to wait for updates before playing. Despite its potential and strong ambiance, these stability concerns detract from the overall experience.
- “AI is a little buggy and won't interact with you sometimes.”
- “This game has a lot of potential; the ambiance is really well done, the scenery is great, and it has a good story. However, the game has a fair amount of issues. The controls are hard to use, making it difficult for my character to go where she needs to. The final monster's teleport ability is inconsistent, and I encountered several glitches, such as my harpoon gun being empty despite having bolts, my map not showing up a couple of times, and my game crashing twice during the final battle. At one point, the final boss didn't even show up. In its current state, I cannot recommend this game, but I will try again after a few updates.”