Abyss School

88%
Game Brain Score Based on 96 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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In "Abyss School," players navigate a mysterious academy located in an abyss, where they must uncover the school's secrets and navigate challenging puzzles. Students will attend classes, unlock new abilities, and form relationships with various characters, while battling against shadowy creatures threatening the school's existence. With an emphasis on exploration and discovery, players will delve deeper into the abyss to unravel the academy's enigmatic past.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

88%
Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews
story15 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features an interesting premise and engaging puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
  • Character design and graphics are appealing, with a good amount of fan service that enhances the overall experience.
  • The game offers good value for its price, providing several hours of gameplay and a unique blend of horror and puzzle elements.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes and glitches that hinder the gameplay experience.
  • Puzzles can become repetitive and lack complexity, leading to a sense of monotony as players progress through the game.
  • The story is underdeveloped and lacks depth, with some players feeling that the character personalities are not engaging enough.
  • story25 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it enjoyable and well-crafted, despite its simplicity and brevity. While some appreciated the interesting plot twists and character design, others criticized the lack of depth and integration of the story into the gameplay. Overall, the narrative is seen as a positive aspect, providing a decent experience alongside the puzzles, though it could benefit from more development and side stories.

    • “Somewhat to my surprise, I really enjoyed the story, imagery, and puzzles in Abyss School, and with over 12 hours of playtime (of the main and bonus games) for little more than £3, I felt it to be very good value.”
    • “The story is wonderful, the puzzles are interesting and creative.”
    • “The little story that it had was still deeper than their other games and the ending was kind of sad, which is something that I honestly liked, because it makes this game feel more unique when compared to its predecessors.”
    • “Let me start off by saying the story is practically nonexistent, and whatever little bit of story they do try to tell at the end is just terrible.”
    • “It seems to me that this game is the result of having written down a decent story but making little effort into implementing said story into a game.”
    • “Levels, puzzles, story, etc. are way too boring for its own good.”
  • gameplay24 mentions

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable and offers a decent amount of content for its price, with smooth mechanics and creative puzzle elements inspired by titles like Resident Evil and Haydee. However, many players find the puzzles to be overly simplistic and linear, lacking challenge and variety, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game features some fun mechanics and a compelling story, it suffers from pacing issues and redundant gameplay elements that could benefit from more depth and complexity.

    • “Gameplay is rewarding and altogether you get for 4 euros quite a few hours of fun.”
    • “Puzzles and rooms are heavily inspired by Resident Evil and Haydee, with some creative mechanics for the puzzle bits.”
    • “Using the same mechanics and combining them as the game goes on is super creative!”
    • “Just like Haydee, the gameplay pacing is as slow as a snail.”
    • “The main gameplay loop is focused around puzzle-solving, but the overwhelming majority of these puzzles are incredibly lackluster and provide little-to-no challenge.”
    • “Clearly a downgrade in terms of quality and gameplay compared to their older products, Forest of Relic and Last Saintess.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users noting a significant lack of original soundtrack and ambient music throughout the gameplay. While some find the absence of music acceptable for the game's setting, others criticize the bland sound design and rate the soundtrack a low 6/10. Overall, the consensus is that the game could greatly benefit from improved musical elements.

    • “Great game, but it could really benefit from an original soundtrack.”
    • “The controls and camera are serviceable for the most part, but the sound is just... there, with no music (though it fits the setting) or voice acting.”
    • “At least add some ambient creepy music?”
    • “The controls and camera are serviceable for the most part, the sound is just... there, with no music (but it is fine for the setting) nor voice acting.”
    • “There's several bad/bland sound designs and lack of music in 99% of the game aside from the main menu screen.”
    • “-zero music!!”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally well-received, showcasing solid modeling and appealing character designs, though some users noted issues with stiffness and occasional camera hiccups. While the visuals are considered a strong point, they are not without flaws, such as rigid hair textures. Overall, the graphics are deemed satisfactory for an indie title, earning a score of 7/10.

    • “Great graphics and modeling; the story wasn't super deep but enjoyable, and the puzzles didn't make me want to bash my head off my keyboard!”
    • “Graphics are not bad at all for a small indie dev; however, the hair looks kind of bad and rigid.”
    • “Visuals are pretty okay and there was real time and effort put into this; it's just not scary or challenging.”
    • “If you can get past the graphical quirks and occasional camera hiccups, and you like point-and-click escape room-style games but want something a bit more interactive, I'd say this is a pretty good game to satisfy that want.”
    • “The main draw of the game are the graphics and heroine designs; the models are appealing, if stiff and robotic at times.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is criticized for being poor, particularly on the Steam Deck, where it struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, dropping to as low as 15-23 fps in certain sections. While it generally runs at 30 fps on high settings, players feel that improved optimization could significantly enhance the experience.

    • “It seems that performance and optimization are really poor.”
    • “This game is badly optimized for the Steam Deck, as it can run at 15-23 FPS in a few sections, which is very bad but not game-breaking. Usually, it's at 30 FPS even on high settings.”
    • “This is definitely a hidden gem that just needs better optimization and better sound design.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game has low replayability due to the absence of difficulty settings and various game modes, leading players to feel that once completed, there is little incentive to revisit it. While some appreciate the experience for its visual appeal, many agree that it lacks substantial replay value.

    • “Not much replayability as there is no difficulty setting or various game modes.”
    • “I can tell that the replayability is going to be low, but it was worth the money.”
    • “Other than playing this for the eye-candy, there's no replay value.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game evokes a strong sense of immersion, similar to that of "Haydee," allowing players to become deeply engrossed in its mood. However, it is noted that while the experience is captivating, it may not be one that players engage with frequently, suggesting a more episodic enjoyment.

    • “This is a game I can play through from start to finish every five years and get so engrossed in the atmosphere, then take a break from it.”
    • “The atmosphere and mood remind me of Haydee.”
    • “That is a game I can play through from start to finish once every five years, and just get so engrossed in the atmosphere, then take a break from it.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability has been criticized for a significant number of glitches that cause it to hang, particularly when processor load decreases. While many issues have been addressed through patches, including the addition of basic features like checkpoints, stability remains a concern for some players.

    • “My review is negative due to the huge number of glitches, with the game frequently hanging as processor load decreases.”
    • “Despite many glitches being fixed, new 'basic features' like checkpoints have been patched in, but stability remains an issue.”
    • “The game suffers from constant crashes and instability, making it frustrating to play.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted to be genuinely funny, with some users appreciating the absence of overly charming or cute moments, as they believe this choice enhances the overall tone and impact of the game, particularly its ending.

    • “Actually, hella funny! ;)”
    • “I will defend the game for the lack of charm these characters had, as any funny or cute moments would have ruined the overall feel of the game, and possibly the ending.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect to be tedious and unfulfilling, lacking in rewards and replay value. While the game retains some charm from its predecessors, the repetitive nature of the puzzles detracts from the overall experience.

    • “This is just tedious, not rewarding; there's no point in replaying.”
    • “Still retains the charm from the previous games, but wow, the puzzles are tedious and the loop is boring.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development is intricately tied to the storyline and character design, with players noting that the depth of the narrative enhances their connection to the characters. Additionally, challenging puzzles that test memory contribute to the overall engagement and growth of the characters throughout the game.

    • “The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that unfolds throughout the game.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve based on the choices I make, making every decision feel impactful.”
    • “The depth of the characters and their relationships adds so much to the overall narrative experience.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “I found the character arcs predictable and uninspired, leaving me disengaged from their journeys.”
    • “There is little to no growth in the characters throughout the game, which makes the experience feel stagnant.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    While the ending of the game is noted for its emotional depth and meaningfulness, some players feel a lack of passion or connection to the characters leading up to that moment. This disconnect may diminish the overall emotional impact of the narrative.

    • “The ending is very touching and carries a lot of meaning and deep thought.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters really resonates with the player.”
    • “I was genuinely moved by the story and the connections between the characters.”
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Play time

4hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
3-12hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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