Apartment No 129
- August 2, 2024
- Batuhan Gündüz
Get on Steam"Apartment No 129 is a horror game based on a real event in Turkey, 2009. Two young girls living in the top-floor apartment performed satanic rituals and allegedly lost their lives that night, during an 'unsanctioned' earthquake. The building was abandoned, and those who dared to enter reported a disturbing, fearful atmosphere. Unravel the mystery behind the paranormal happenings in this deserted apartment building."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a compelling and intriguing story that unfolds at a good pace, keeping players engaged.
- The atmosphere is well-crafted, with impressive graphics and sound design that enhance the horror experience.
- The gameplay offers a mix of exploration and puzzle-solving that is challenging yet enjoyable.
- There are numerous bugs and technical issues that can disrupt gameplay, including crashes and freezing.
- The game features excessive amounts of text that can overwhelm players and detract from the experience.
- Controls can be unresponsive, particularly with the flashlight and combat mechanics, making certain sections frustrating.
- story16 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story of the game is praised for its intriguing and well-paced narrative, effectively revealing dark secrets and character motivations as players progress. While some players appreciate the use of notes to convey the story, others express a desire for more cinematic cutscenes to enhance the experience. Overall, the plot is considered compelling, with a unique and mysterious atmosphere that keeps players engaged, despite some convoluted elements.
“Without spoilers, what stood out for me is the plot of the story; you'll understand why the protagonists said certain things early on, or why you have to do certain things, as the story unfolds.”
“The story is intriguing and unfolds at just the right pace, keeping you constantly on edge as you uncover the dark secrets hidden within apartment no.”
“I'm glad I got it; the graphics are very satisfying, the story is very remarkable and mysterious, the gameplay is also beautiful, and the real scenes are successful.”
“Using notes to tell a story in a game is something that has been done for years, and it is understandable because indie game developers do not have the resources to make cutscenes like the bigger studios. Otherwise, it wouldn't be able to be launched at an 'indie game price.'”
“The story is a bit convoluted, but maybe that's necessary to tie it into the real events.”
“They put a warning in the game that says something like 'we know we have a lot of text, but that's only so we can tell our story better.'”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative combination of filmography and interactive elements, enhancing storytelling, though some players desire more cinematic cutscenes to reduce reliance on note-reading. While the puzzles are generally well-received for their challenge without frustration, there are mixed reviews regarding the smoothness and polish of movement, with some users reporting bugs and a lack of controller compatibility. Overall, the gameplay is considered engaging and visually appealing, contributing positively to the game's narrative experience.
“Combining filmography and gameplay to tell a story is fresh; I would have loved to see more film as cutscenes within the gameplay to articulate the story, which could reduce the note-reading.”
“The gameplay is smooth and intuitive, with puzzles that are challenging but never frustrating.”
“The graphics are very realistic, the gameplay is also beautiful; the best part is the story. I definitely recommend it.”
“The gameplay and movement in general don't feel smooth and are rather unpolished.”
“There are very many bugs, and the gameplay is so bad.”
“Combining filmography and gameplay to tell a story is fresh, but I would have loved to see more film as cutscenes within the gameplay to articulate the story; perhaps that could reduce the note-reading.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their impressive realism and detailed environments, contributing to an aesthetically pleasing experience. While some users noted minor issues like texture pop-in and flickering reflections, overall, the visuals are considered satisfying and immersive, enhancing the game's storytelling and gameplay. Additionally, players expressed a desire for a brightness setting to improve visibility.
“What truly sets this game apart is its immersive sound design and visual aesthetics.”
“The graphics are equally impressive, with detailed environments that feel both realistic and disturbingly otherworldly.”
“I'm glad I got it, the graphics are very satisfying, the story is very remarkable and mysterious, the gameplay is also beautiful, the real scenes are successful, the acting is beautiful.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is expertly crafted, with details like creaking floorboards and flickering lights enhancing the tension and immersion. Reviewers consistently praise it, often rating it highly, such as a 9/10.
“The atmosphere is perfectly crafted, with every creak of the floorboards and flicker of the lights adding to the tension that builds relentlessly throughout the game.”
“Atmosphere: 9/10”
“It's a great atmosphere!”
