Aftershock: Coastline

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Aftershock: Coastline is a single player survival shooter game with horror, drama, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by Alex Rassloff and was released on November 18, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

Strong atmospheric and immersive survival-horror experience with an aesthetic reminiscent of Bioshock and classic immersive sims.
Engaging environment interaction with secrets, lore, and variety of usable objects that enhance exploration.
Free to play, well-crafted and polished for a short game, with enjoyable gunplay and a concise, fun narrative.

Poor optimization and performance issues despite simple graphics, causing frame rate drops and stuttering.
Confusing level design and lack of guidance lead to aimless backtracking and frustration, with unclear progression triggers and awkward collision detection.
Short game length with an abrupt ending and limited enemy variety, leaving many story elements unexplored and players wanting more content.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The story is praised for its potential and craftsmanship but feels underdeveloped and sometimes confusing, leading to uncertainty about progression. Reviewers express a desire for a larger, more fleshed-out sequel with an extended story, more enemies, and additional areas.
- “I would gladly pay for a larger sequel with more enemies, more areas, and more of that exquisite story Rassloff has crafted.”
- “I would gladly pay money for a bigger sequel with more enemies, more areas, and more of that exquisite story that Rassloff has crafted.”
- “If the game was expanded and the story more fleshed out, this game could turn into something.”
- “I spent a good 20 minutes wandering around with no idea what to do next and even restarted the game because I thought I might have knocked a story item out of bounds.”
- “I was really enjoying this game but the story was a little confusing.”
- “6/10 — story”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are praised for their charming old school art style and appealing aesthetic, creating a nice atmosphere despite the game's small scale. However, some users note performance issues and occasional lack of clarity in the art and level design. Overall, the visuals are considered enjoyable but could benefit from improved clarity and smoother performance.
- “I like the aesthetic and the game was short and fun to playthrough.”
- “Also love the old school art style, highly recommend spending a fun little hour on it!”
- “Pretty good for the size it is, very nice visuals and atmosphere.”
- “Sadly, the performance is quite bad, especially considering the graphics.”
- “I found the art style and the level design a bit lacking in clarity.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its strong and immersive atmosphere, effectively creating a tense and engaging environment despite not being overly scary or intense. Its visuals and ambiance contribute significantly to the overall experience, making it enjoyable and memorable for players.
- “Short fun game with great atmosphere.”
- “I liked the atmosphere of this game; it made me feel on edge especially at the beginning.”
- “Pretty good for the size it is, very nice visuals and atmosphere.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The optimization is widely criticized for poor performance, with users finding it disappointing especially given the game's graphics quality.
- “10/10 — performance”
- “Really wanted to see this through, but the optimization is dreadful.”
- “Sadly, the performance is quite bad, especially considering the graphics.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is straightforward with standard gun mechanics and nothing particularly unique. Some players feel the ammo supply is a bit excessive, but it doesn't significantly impact the overall short experience.
- “Nothing too special about the gunplay or mechanics in the game.”
- “My only gameplay complaint is that you are given a little too much ammo, but since it's a short experience, maybe that isn't too bad.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is stable with no significant glitches or issues reported, providing a smooth and reliable experience.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game creates a tense and engaging atmosphere that effectively keeps players on edge, especially in the beginning. While the gunplay is satisfying with well-designed weapons, the overall emotional intensity is somewhat diminished by the game's ease and abundant resources.