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"Altarium is a thrilling adventure game with stunning visuals, offering single-player and multiplayer modes for 1-5 players. As a research team seeking a mystical jewel in Golden Horn, you must survive against the guardian or play as the guardian to defeat them. With PvP and Co-Op modes, take on the role of good or evil and determine your own destiny in this immersive horror game."

  • PC
  • Windows

Reviews

73%
Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews
gameplay9 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique atmosphere and impressive graphics that enhance the overall experience.
  • Gameplay mechanics are interesting and provide a variety of strategies for players, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
  • The developers are responsive and actively working on updates, showing potential for future improvements and content additions.
  • The game suffers from a lack of player base, making it difficult to find matches and enjoy the full experience.
  • There are significant gameplay and tutorial issues, leading to confusion about objectives and mechanics.
  • Many players report performance problems and bugs that detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • gameplay19 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its unique mechanics and enjoyable cooperative elements, while others criticize it for being confusing and overly complex. Many feel that the gameplay loops are repetitive and could benefit from simplification, particularly regarding interaction mechanics. Overall, while there are interesting ideas and fun moments, the execution leaves room for improvement to enhance player experience.

    • “The gameplay was really enjoyable, and the graphics were quite impressive.”
    • “It has a unique game mechanic where the boss is quite powerful, but the survivor players still have a chance to escape as long as they stick together; they’re not completely helpless.”
    • “The gameplay is fun and keeps you on your toes, with levels that are full of surprises.”
    • “Cash grab, gameplay is nothing like what is shown in the video, bot reviews.”
    • “Overall, although I like the idea of a point-and-click search experience against the clock vs a killer, the actual gameplay loop needs to be vastly simplified and obstacle movements need to be consistent to even make it remotely fair for a survivor to try to escape.”
    • “Second, the gameplay is incredibly confusing for both sides and is only explained with a single splash screen before each match.”
  • graphics11 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise, with many users highlighting their beauty and high quality, often comparing them to those of triple-A titles. The visuals contribute significantly to the overall experience, enhancing the gameplay and creating an engaging atmosphere. Overall, players find the graphics to be stunning and impressive, adding to the enjoyment of the game.

    • “Graphics are beautiful and compete with triple-A games.”
    • “The gameplay was really enjoyable, and the graphics were quite impressive.”
    • “I really enjoyed the gameplay and the graphics are stunning!”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, enhanced by impressive graphics, thoughtful level design, and effective sound effects. While it stands out as unique compared to similar titles, some minor shortcomings do affect the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are really cool and create a spooky atmosphere.”
    • “The level design, voice acting, and sound effects, materials, and lighting were all crafted with great care, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
    • “While the game’s atmosphere and design are praiseworthy, certain shortcomings slightly diminish the overall experience.”
    • “Seriously, the atmosphere is next-level eerie!”
  • story3 mentions

    The story is primarily centered around a co-op experience, featuring intriguing elements that maintain player curiosity throughout the game, despite some users noting a lack of a traditional narrative.

    • “No story.”
    • “The story, while mainly focused on a co-op experience, is filled with intriguing elements that keep you curious throughout the game.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with players feeling misled by promotional content that does not reflect the actual gameplay. Additionally, concerns about bot reviews and intrusive ads on social media platforms have further fueled dissatisfaction with the game's marketing approach.

    • “Cash grab; gameplay is nothing like what is shown in the video, and there are bot reviews.”
    • “I really do want to change my review when I start seeing ads pop up on my X feed or even TikTok, but until then, this game is doing worse marketing than Deceive Inc. did.”
  • music1 mentions

    Users have noted issues with the music, highlighting that it is excessively loud and cannot be skipped during the intro, even with the suggested button. This has led to frustration among players.

    • “Unable to skip the intro even with the suggested button, and the music/dialog is blaring.”
    • “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The music is overly loud and drowns out important dialogue, which is frustrating.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Reviewers emphasize that optimizing performance should be the highest priority for the game, indicating that current issues significantly impact the overall experience.

    • “Fixing performance should be a top priority before anything else.”
    • “Fixing the performance should be a top priority before anything else.”
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