Abyss School

About

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.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews

story17 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating and mysterious storyline that keeps players engaged with its twists and turns.
The puzzles are interesting and provide a good challenge without being overly difficult, making for an enjoyable gameplay experience.
The visuals and character design are stunning, enhancing the overall atmosphere and appeal of the game.

The game suffers from performance issues and bugs, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players found the puzzles to be repetitive and lacking in challenge, leading to a sense of boredom over time.
The lack of voice acting and music can make the game feel less immersive and engaging.

story
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
8%
The story of "Abyss School" is generally described as captivating and filled with intriguing twists, featuring a mysterious narrative that engages players through character backstories and choices that affect outcomes. While some reviewers found the story enjoyable and well-integrated with the game's atmosphere, others criticized it for being shallow or underdeveloped, suggesting that the gameplay sometimes overshadowed the narrative. Overall, the story is seen as a strong point for the game, though opinions vary on its depth and execution.
- “The story is filled with twists and turns, from unexplained disappearances to the emergence of otherworldly entities.”
- “Each character has their own backstory and motives, and as you interact with them, you'll begin to piece together the complex web of relationships and secrets that bind them all to the school.”
- “The story itself is short but well handled, like his other games.”
- “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.”
- “I sadly give it a thumbs down because the story and lore were quite entertaining, but there's not much else going on.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
50%
10%
The gameplay of "Abyss School" is characterized by its challenging and engaging mechanics, with a strong emphasis on exploration and puzzle-solving. While many players appreciate the creative use of mechanics and the immersive atmosphere, some criticize the simplistic and linear nature of the puzzles, as well as performance issues and clumsy physics. Overall, the game offers a decent amount of fun for its price, though it may not meet the expectations set by previous titles from the developers.
- “The gameplay in 'Abyss School' features mechanics that are both challenging and highly engaging.”
- “The exploration aspect is also a significant part of the gameplay.”
- “Using the same mechanics and combining them as the game goes on is super creative!”
- “The gameplay is fine, despite the clumsy physics, no character expressions, bugs, and poor performance optimization on PC.”
- “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.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The graphics of "Abyss School" are generally praised for their stunning visuals and unique art design that blends realism with supernatural elements. While many players appreciate the appealing character models and overall aesthetic, some note issues like stiffness in animations and occasional graphical quirks. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point of the game, despite minor imperfections.
- “Stunning visuals and art design.”
- “The art design combines a realistic style with a touch of the supernatural to create a unique aesthetic.”
- “In conclusion, 'Abyss School' is a game that offers a unique blend of mystery, engaging gameplay, immersive atmosphere, and stunning visuals.”
- “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.”
- “Visuals are pretty okay and there was real time and effort put into this, it's just not scary or challenging.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
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 to enhance the experience.
- “Great game, but it could use more original soundtrack (OST) music.”
- “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 a lack of music in 99% of the game aside from the main menu screen.”
- “-zero music!!”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The atmosphere of "Abyss School" is described as meticulously crafted, blending familiar and eerie elements within its immersive school environment. The stunning visuals enhance the overall mood and storytelling, creating a captivating experience that draws players in, reminiscent of the engaging atmosphere found in games like Haydee.
- “The overall visual presentation of the game is not only pleasing to the eye but also serves to enhance the overall atmosphere and storytelling of the game.”
- “In conclusion, 'Abyss School' is a game that offers a unique blend of mystery, engaging gameplay, immersive atmosphere, and stunning visuals.”
- “The school environment is meticulously designed to create an atmosphere that is both familiar and eerie.”
- “The atmosphere and mood remind me of Haydee.”
- “But like I mentioned, that is a game I can play through from start to finish like once every 5 years, and just get so engrossed in the atmosphere, then take a break from it.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
Overall, the game's optimization has received criticism, particularly on PC and Steam Deck, where users report poor performance, clumsy physics, and various bugs. While some players appreciate the game's potential, they express a strong desire for improvements in optimization to enhance the overall experience.
- “The game maker really did a fine job, and I respect their efforts, but I hope they will fix the bugs and optimize the game performance on PC more to make this game better.”
- “This is definitely a hidden gem that just needs better optimization and better sound design.”
- “The gameplay is fine, despite the clumsy physics, no character expressions, bugs, and poor performance optimization on PC.”
- “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 of the game, which is very bad but not game-breaking. However, it usually runs at 30 FPS even on high settings.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as funny and accessible, with some users finding it genuinely hilarious. However, there is a debate about the appropriateness of humor in certain contexts, as some believe that adding charm or cuteness could detract from the game's overall tone and impact.
- “Funny English but understandable.”
- “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.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 visual experience, 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.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The character development is praised for its great design and animations, which enhance the storytelling experience. Players appreciate how the storyline intertwines with character progression, complemented by challenging puzzles that engage their memory.
- “Great character design and animations.”
- “The storyline, the character design, and the challenging puzzles that test your memory.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
- “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their growth throughout the game is minimal at best.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for numerous glitches that cause it to hang, particularly when processor load decreases. While many issues have been addressed through patches, players still report ongoing stability concerns, especially regarding basic features like checkpoints.
- “My review is negative due to the huge number of glitches, with the game frequently hanging and causing a decrease in processor load.”
- “Despite many glitches being fixed, new 'basic features' like checkpoints were patched in, but stability remains an issue.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unfulfilling, lacking in rewards and replay value. While the game maintains some charm from its predecessors, the repetitive nature of the puzzles detracts from the overall experience.
- “This is just tedious, not rewarding, and 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.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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.
- “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.”