Antihorror
- July 27, 2016
- HFM Games
Get on Steam"Antihorror" is a single-player Horror Action game that offers a unique twist on the genre with its comedic and light-hearted tone. As a wayfarer in an unknown place, you'll explore your surroundings to discover the strange circumstances that led you there. With no one else around, it's up to you to uncover the secrets of this mysterious location.
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Reviews
- The game features some humorous moments that may appeal to players who enjoy absurd comedy.
- It is relatively inexpensive, making it accessible for those looking for a cheap gaming experience.
- The game can provide a unique experience for players who appreciate unconventional and bizarre narratives.
- The game is excessively dark, making it difficult to see and navigate, which detracts from the overall experience.
- It heavily relies on low-quality Unity asset flips, resulting in subpar graphics and a lack of originality.
- The gameplay is vague and lacks a coherent story, with poorly executed jump scares that fail to deliver any real horror.
- humor24 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding it amusing and a clever parody of horror tropes, while others criticize it as juvenile and unfunny, relying on crude gags and unsettling jumpscares. Those who appreciate bizarre humor may enjoy it, but many feel it falls flat and lacks genuine comedic value. Overall, the humor seems to cater to a niche audience, with mixed reactions on its effectiveness.
“Anti-horror takes a mocking stand towards the horror genre by incorporating a lot of humor and horror clichés.”
“If you're looking for a funny, short (approximately 1 hour) and sometimes scary game; look no further.”
“If you like weird humor, it is fun.”
“There are a handful of 'jumpscares' that are unfunny, unsettling people or animals popping up.”
“A distinctly unfunny one.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of substance and humor, with several users noting that it feels vague and unengaging. Some have attempted to provide gameplay videos, but the overall impression is that the gameplay experience is minimal and not enjoyable.
“At the end, you can find a gameplay video about the first minutes.”
“I made a gameplay video and it was amazing.”
“No gameplay, isn't funny.”
“Vague gameplay.”
“Quick look at the first 10 minutes of gameplay.”
- story10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely criticized for its lack of coherence and depth, leaving players confused and frustrated. While some attempt to extract a moral about perseverance, the overall narrative is deemed nonsensical and lacking a clear point.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“There's no comprehensible story here, and I've lost enough brain cells already.”
“There's no comprehensible story, or even a point to this game.”
“That's basically all the story you get and nothing ever makes any sense.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely criticized for being subpar, with a simple and cheap appearance. Additionally, players note the lack of options for resolution adjustments and meaningful graphics tweaks, further detracting from the visual experience.
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“Graphics are simple and cheap-looking.”
“Subpar graphics and sound effects.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being a cash grab, with accusations of plagiarism due to the lack of credit given to original artists and developers. Additionally, users have pointed out misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the game's content.
“The developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism, as well as a cash grab.”
“Misleading advertisement”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and relaxing, providing a calming atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate its ability to evoke a sense of tranquility, making it a notable aspect of the gameplay.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“I found a musical score, picked it up, and it told me I collected one of seven.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for game farming, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression. However, the repetitive nature of grinding may not appeal to everyone, depending on individual preferences for gameplay variety.
