Apartment 666

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Apartment 666 is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by I Need Play and was released on August 3, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

"Apartment 666" is a horror game where you play as 12-year-old Julian, who is trapped in a repeating loop in his apartment and tries to discover the fate of his family. The game features a frightening atmosphere with realistic audio and graphics, allowing players to experience the game through Julian's perspective. As you explore the apartment, you'll encounter strange occurrences and uncover the truth behind the true horrors that lie behind the doors. Narration is provided by Julian McVey.

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33%

Audience ScoreBased on 195 reviews

story11 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game has a decent atmosphere that can create some tension and unease.
For a low price, it offers a short experience that some players may find entertaining.
The graphics and lighting effects are noted to be visually appealing at times.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can trap players and hinder progress.
The sound design is poor, with repetitive and annoying sound effects that detract from the experience.
The gameplay is overly simplistic and repetitive, lacking depth and a coherent story.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in this game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players describing it as predictable, poorly executed, and lacking depth. While some noted a few interesting twists and the potential for a more engaging narrative, the overall consensus is that the storytelling is weak, often relying on repetitive newspaper clippings and clichéd elements typical of indie horror games. Many reviewers expressed disappointment in the lack of atmosphere and coherence, suggesting that the game fails to deliver a compelling narrative experience.
- “Best game I have ever played in my life, what a storyline, really loved it.”
- “The atmosphere was amazing and the story was very well done.”
- “Also, the interesting plot twist towards the end leaves the story in a great place for a sequel/prequel.”
- “If you are here for the story, then don't play this game; it is basically a copy of the story of P.”
- “The story is incredibly short, which is disappointing because I wanted to know the details, but the ending threw that hope out the window.”
- “The story itself is thinly laid out in a series of newspaper clippings that are essentially the same asset with a headline changed each time, accompanied by the most ungodly crunching noise that goes on, and on, and on.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
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The gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with many users highlighting issues such as repetitive mechanics, sluggish controls, and frequent bugs that hinder progression. Players often find themselves walking through long corridors with minimal interaction, leading to frustration over unclear objectives and a lack of engaging content. While some appreciate the atmosphere and narrative elements, the overall experience is marred by mediocrity and technical shortcomings, making it difficult to recommend for those seeking a solid gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay has narration and is rather suspenseful to play.”
- “The gameplay itself is interesting; there are some puzzles which may be a bit difficult, however, I found that this game requires you to have a lot of attention to detail. For example, it's always a good idea to look at the pictures on the wall, which look stellar, and the reflections are great.”
- “It is a mildly entertaining 15 minutes of gameplay.”
- “If you are there for just the gameplay, then don't play this game either; sequences are scripted, yet these don't play most of the time (full of bugs), which makes it literally impossible to progress in this game.”
- “Gameplay is 90% consisting of walking down the hallway with sluggish controls, trying to figure out which door to open or where the spooky newspaper is stashed, and in one instance magically figuring out that you're supposed to stand in one spot next to an ugly couch in order to progress.”
- “The game is very mediocre and the quality and gameplay can be compared to much of what you find on GameJolt for free.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising their realism and quality, even comparing them favorably to titles like Skyrim, while others criticize them as outdated and reminiscent of PS2-era visuals. Technical issues, such as graphical glitches and a lack of options for customization, detract from the overall experience, though the atmosphere and sound design are often highlighted as strong points. Overall, while some players find the graphics impressive for an indie title, others feel they fall short of modern standards.
- “This game has fairly realistic graphics and some cool sound effects.”
- “The graphics are great and also the sound and the atmosphere is spectacular.”
- “Not many $3 games offer such great graphics and optimization; I was shocked it ran so smoothly on my MacBook.”
- “The graphics are terrible; it's like a game from the PS2. The narration in the game is terrible, and the sound is like someone trying to play a clarinet very badly, which becomes annoying to play. There are also other sounds like footsteps and toilet flushing.”
- “Other than the lighting, the graphics are about 15 years old, and the one tiny area you occupy over the course of this 15-20 minute long game has virtually nothing inhabiting it.”
- “Graphically, this game is subpar by a few miles, maybe more... maybe light years. Some assets looked good (read: paintings), and some assets looked terrible (read: everything else), but the one thing the dev truly nailed was the light wobble when walking.”
atmosphere
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
36%
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The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its impressive graphics and sound design that create a tense and creepy environment, while others criticize the lack of depth and narrative that undermines the overall experience. Although certain elements contribute to a chilling ambiance, many feel that the game fails to fully deliver on its horror potential, leaving players wanting more. Overall, the atmosphere is noted as one of the stronger aspects, but it is not consistently effective across the board.
- “The graphics are great and the sound, along with the atmosphere, is spectacular.”
- “An atmospheric psychological horror game, the most horrifying groundhog day that you could ever imagine.”
- “The audio in this game is stellar; the atmosphere it creates makes you want to explore more.”
- “Apartment 666 clearly wants to be this but instead forgets to include any atmosphere, scares, plot, or indeed anything else worth mentioning in any way, shape, or form.”
- “No sense of narrative, atmosphere, or design went into this stinker.”
- “I couldn't really enjoy the atmosphere because most of my time was spent humping the walls and furniture to make sure you trigger whatever needs to be triggered just to progress.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely criticized for its instability, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and audio issues that significantly detract from the experience. Players have encountered problems such as unresponsive triggers, graphical errors, and repetitive sound effects, leading to a consensus that the game feels unfinished and poorly supported by the developers. Overall, the game's stability issues have resulted in a frustrating experience for many users.
- “The game had some potential, but since it is short and also buggy, I just can't recommend it.”
- “It's a buggy mess; the developer doesn't seem active and is just a walking simulator.”
- “Read through the discussion pages and see that there are multiple people who run into glitches/errors, an unlockable achievement that is apparently 'working' even when it doesn't, and a very limited amount of content.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been widely criticized for its unpleasant and repetitive nature, with many users likening it to poorly executed sound effects rather than actual music. There are no options to mute or adjust the sound, leading to a frustrating experience for players who wish to enjoy the game without the intrusive audio. Overall, the music aspect has received low ratings, with many players expressing a strong desire for a mute option.
- “Clearly this is an unreleased script of Joker 2, the musical.”
- “If you enjoy having eardrums, don't play this game with sound. I have the suspicion that the creator used a dish and a fork to create the music for this game. This sound is played throughout the entire game, and there is no option in-game to mute it.”
- “Clearly, this is an unreleased script of Joker 2, the musical.”
- “There is no music option.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight that the grinding aspect of the game is characterized by tedious repetition and poor design choices, leading to a frustrating experience. Players find the gameplay monotonous, with buggy mechanics and immersion-breaking elements that detract from the intended horror atmosphere. Overall, the grinding feels more like a chore than an engaging challenge.
- “It is tedious and buggy and uses the same sound effects over and over again.”
- “You play as a 12-year-old boy and it is supposed to be scary, but in reality, it is just a bunch of grindy repetitions that have some cheap 'scary' background sounds.”
- “The door at the start still opens inwards and breaks immersion, there are spots where you can see pieces of the level that do not connect (ceiling mostly), there are still weird invisible walls that make navigation tedious and chore-like.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with users noting smooth performance at high refresh rates, even on lower-end hardware like a MacBook. However, there are some concerns about performance issues despite the limited assets, suggesting that optimization may not be consistent across all systems.
- “I will say that this title does have decent optimization, and it ran at a solid 144Hz for my entire playthrough.”
- “Not many $3 games offer such great graphics and optimization; I was shocked it ran so smoothly on my MacBook.”
- “Very few assets, not sure how the performance could be this bad.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users express frustration with the game's monetization strategy, likening it to a "quick cash grab" similar to other poorly executed clones in the market. While some reviewers emphasize their respect for the developers, the overall sentiment reflects disappointment in the perceived exploitative nature of the monetization approach.
- “I'm trying to be honest about this game, and I'm not attacking the developer personally. I understand people's frustration at the 'quick cash grab' clones that saturate the market these days.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “It's disappointing to see a game that could be great reduced to a series of paywalls and microtransactions.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with some players finding it more amusing that the game is monetized despite its shortcomings. The inclusion of certain voice acting, particularly a sobbing character, is described as unintentionally funny, contributing to an overall sense of absurdity.
- “If this game was free, then I wouldn't complain, but the fact that the creator expects money for this is hilarious.”
- “As for the other voices involved, such as the sobbing (read: laughing?) man, it was just laughable.”