October 31, 2018
MrCiastku

Apparition

A game that has a lot of potential, but the Switch version is full of glitches and even with jump scares the parts that do work just aren’t as creepy as they could be. The game is very repetitive and gets boring really fast.

56%Game Brain Score

atmosphere, graphics

gameplay, grinding

64% User Score Based on 66 reviews

Critic Score 45%Based on 6 reviews

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Apparition is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by MrCiastku and was released on October 31, 2018. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Apparition is a first-person survival horror game set in the haunted forest of Green Creek. Players use a Spirit Board to communicate with ghosts and demons, while gathering evidence of the supernatural using a camera and audio recorder. The goal is to prove the existence of the supernatural, but danger lurks in every corner of the dark and mysterious forest.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a good atmosphere and effective sound effects that enhance the horror experience.
It offers a unique concept of paranormal investigation combined with RPG and roguelike elements, providing potential for replayability.
Many players find it genuinely scary, with effective jump scares and a sense of immersion in the supernatural.

The game appears to be abandoned, with no updates or support from the developers for an extended period.
There is a lack of tutorials and clear instructions, making it difficult for players to understand the mechanics and objectives.
Frequent and annoying jump scares, along with a small play area, detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The gameplay is noted for its potential, but many players find it challenging, suggesting that a random mode could help ease newcomers into the mechanics. While the basic mechanics are straightforward, the overall difficulty may hinder enjoyment until players become more familiar with the game's systems. The visuals and ambient audio are praised, adding to the overall experience.
- “However, the basic mechanics are easy enough to figure out, and the game looks pretty good, and the ambient audio is pretty effective.”
- “As it is now, it's just too difficult; perhaps a random mode could unlock as a new gameplay mode after players become familiar with how each creature acts.”
- “As it is now, it's just too difficult. Perhaps a random mode could unlock as a new gameplay mode after players become familiar with how each creature acts.”
- “I created a video about it for my channel. If you're not sure about purchasing the game yet, here's some gameplay that might make you want to buy it or deter you from getting it.”
- “However, the basic mechanics are easy enough to figure out, and the game looks pretty good, while the ambient audio is quite effective.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised, contributing to its replayability and overall enjoyment, particularly within the horror genre. Reviewers highlight the immersive quality that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The atmosphere in this game is truly immersive and captivating.”
- “This horror game has a unique atmosphere that makes it both replayable and enjoyable.”
- “The overall atmosphere enhances the gameplay experience significantly.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The graphics are generally described as decent, complementing the game's engaging storyline and effective jump scares, contributing to an overall positive experience.
- “Good jump scares, good story, graphics, and everything is awesome.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is praised for its high replayability, offering a unique experience each time players enter the forest, which keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging. Reviewers highlight that it successfully combines a thrilling atmosphere with fun mechanics that encourage repeated playthroughs.
- “Other than the atmosphere, I decided to write a review for once to point out a horror game that actually has a way to be replayable and fun.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game repetitive, as it involves repeatedly collecting the same items from the same locations to accumulate experience points for better gear. While some users express frustration with the need to restart the game to bank points, they generally feel they can overlook this inconvenience.
- “Every time you escape the site with some paranormal evidence, it adds to your running experience total, which is used to buy more advanced gear. So you're effectively grinding one site with the exact same items in the same locations every time.”
- “I guess the 'farming' isn't great; you have to leave and restart the game to bank your points, but I can get over that.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized, with users noting that the developer has abandoned early access in favor of creating quick cash grab games, raising concerns about the game's long-term viability and commitment to its player base.
- “Abandoned early access... the developer is making other quick games for a cash grab.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, such as monsters interacting through solid surfaces, and poorly designed menus that hinder gameplay. Many feel that the lack of updates and improvements indicates the developers have abandoned the project, leading to frustration with the overall experience.
- “The menus are very bad; you have to fail a lot to learn the rules. There are glitches that let monsters catch you through solid surfaces, and the customizations are awful. I was forgiving of those issues before, assuming it was just a work in progress, but it seems they've abandoned this project now.”
- “The menus are very bad; you have to fail a lot to learn the rules. There are glitches that let monsters catch you through solid surfaces, and the customizations are awful. I was forgiving of those issues before, assuming it was just a work in progress, but it seems they've abandoned this project now.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates solid optimization, with good overall performance and effective controller support, enhancing the user experience.
- “In-game performance was also good, and there is controller support.”