Abyss of Neptune

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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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 129 reviews

story8 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a well-designed underwater environment that enhances the horror experience.
The atmosphere is immersive, with good sound design and voice acting that contribute to the tension and overall enjoyment.
It's a free game that offers a decent amount of content, with simple yet engaging puzzles and a storyline that keeps players intrigued.

The controls are often described as floaty and unresponsive, making navigation and combat frustrating.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and inconsistent enemy behavior that can hinder gameplay.
The game lacks a clear narrative direction and can feel tedious, with some players finding it boring or overly simplistic.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
56%
12%
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 there is potential in the storyline, it suffers from pacing issues and insufficient guidance, leaving players wanting a more cohesive and immersive 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.”
- “The story is somewhat interesting and is told through logs you find throughout the complex.”
- “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.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
42%
13%
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many praising the visual design and aesthetic quality, particularly for an indie title. However, some players experienced performance issues, such as low frame rates and minor glitches, which detracted from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the game's visuals contribute significantly to its immersive atmosphere and gameplay.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “I didn't expect too much out of this, and the underwater visuals are pretty neat, except for the sea monsters.”
- “On a 1050ti, I had to set every graphics option to low and drop the resolution down to 720p to get 60fps.”
- “Interacting with things was almost impossible; I didn't even get past the tutorial because it was so difficult to interact with things, and it's so slow. I don't know if it's a graphics issue or what, but it's like the game is running in slow motion while the audio was fine, so I know it wasn't actually.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
17%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating 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 unpolished. The game features a focus on object-finding to progress, but the combination of oceanic movement and precision combat has not been well-received. Overall, while the visuals and sound design are praised, many feel that the gameplay mechanics detract from the experience.
- “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.”
atmosphere
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
12%
18%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its ability to create tension and immersion, with many players highlighting its effective sound design and unique settings, such as a modern cultic compound and underwater environments. While some reviews note issues with gameplay and narrative clarity, the overall consensus is that the atmospheric elements significantly enhance the horror experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “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.”
- “A fun, atmospheric little 2-hour jaunt through a modern, cultic compound.”
- “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.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as a mix of cheesy and silly elements, with some players finding the absurdity of the plot and monster designs genuinely funny. While the story may lack coherence, the lighthearted tone and comedic horror aspects provide an entertaining experience, especially for those seeking a more unchallenging and goofy gameplay. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, eliciting laughter despite its mixed execution.
- “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
25%
75%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lengthy, with some describing it as a "long, tedious grind." Issues with controls, such as floatiness and unavoidable motion blur, contribute to the frustration experienced during grinding sessions.
- “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.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes, which detract from the overall experience. While the visuals and ambiance are praised, many players report inconsistent AI interactions and control difficulties, leading to frustration. Overall, the game's potential is overshadowed by its current instability, prompting users to recommend waiting for updates before playing.
- “Game is super buggy and doesn't seem like the developers are going to do anything to fix it.”
- “AI is a little buggy and won't interact with you sometimes.”
- “This game has a lot of potential, but it has a fair amount of issues. The controls are hard to use, the final monster's teleport ability is inconsistent, and I encountered several glitches, including my harpoon gun being empty despite having bolts, my map not showing up at times, and the game crashing twice during the final battle.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The game is widely regarded as needing significant optimization, with users noting unresponsive controls and various performance issues. While it shows potential, the lack of polish and clarity in the introduction detracts from 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 significant issue this game faces is in the optimization department.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is praised for enhancing immersion and ambiance, contributing significantly to the overall setting. Reviewers highlight the great soundtrack, noting its quality despite being somewhat brief, and appreciate how it complements the game's narrative and puzzle-solving elements.
- “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.”