AKAZU Off limits
- March 24, 2024
- Studio DYD
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Get on itch.io Store"Akaзу: Off Limits" is a 10-15 minute horror walking simulator set in Japan, built using Unreal Engine 5. The game places you in a mysterious location with no memory of how you arrived there, and tasks you with uncovering the truth. With a focus on exploration and a tense atmosphere, players can expect a short but unsettling experience. Please note that the game may require downloading the UE5 runtime and is intended for a mature audience.
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Reviews
- The game has an awesome and creepy atmosphere that effectively conveys a sense of fear and loneliness.
- For a free and short game, it offers an interesting and exciting experience, especially for fans of psychological horror.
- The game features some effective jump scares that can keep players in suspense.
- The story is very basic and lacks depth, making the gameplay feel boring and unengaging.
- The game is short and not very replayable, with little to explore or discover.
- Many players found the lack of a clear objective and the friendly appearance of ghosts to be disappointing, leading to a lack of genuine scares.
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as shallow and lacking depth, with some players expressing a desire for more narrative elements and objectives. While it offers an interesting experience for a free and short game, others feel lost due to the minimal storytelling, leading to a mixed reception regarding its narrative quality.
“The story might not be very deep, but for a free and short game, it’s an interesting and exciting experience.”
“A walking sim with next to no story.”
“The lack of a clear story or objective left me feeling as lost as a bear in the woods without a compass.”
“In retrospect, I would have liked a little more story and scares.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and enjoyable, with users expressing satisfaction and enthusiasm about their experiences. Overall, it appears to offer a fun and interactive experience that encourages players to participate actively.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "Akazu Off Limits" is widely praised for being both short and intensely creepy, effectively immersing players in a frightening experience.
“Akazu Off Limits is a short and scary game with an awesome and creepy atmosphere.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has low replayability, as players feel there is little to explore or discover upon subsequent playthroughs.
“Not really replayable because there isn't much to explore or discover.”
“The game lacks variety, making it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received praise for their stunning visuals and attention to detail, creating an immersive experience. Many users highlight the vibrant colors and realistic animations, which enhance the overall aesthetic appeal. However, some players noted occasional performance issues that can detract from the visual experience.
