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- December 3, 2021
- wannaodin
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Get on itch.io StoreAtmospheric First-Person Horror Adventure. Follow the feverish dream of an industrial worker plunged into a nightmare after a small spider bite...
Reviews
- The game features a fantastic atmosphere enhanced by haunting pixel graphics and brilliant sound design.
- As a one-man project, it deserves credit for its creativity and unique aesthetic, providing a satisfying horror experience.
- The game offers a surreal and immersive experience, with each level feeling distinct and engaging.
- The physics and mechanics are clunky, making puzzles frustrating and difficult to navigate.
- The difficulty curve is uneven, with some levels being disproportionately harder than others, leading to tedious gameplay.
- There are issues with the user interface and performance, including FPS drops and inconsistent sprint mechanics.
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their haunting pixel art style, which effectively creates a captivating atmosphere that enhances the horror experience. Many reviewers appreciate the nostalgic nod to PS1 aesthetics, noting that the visuals, combined with the sound design, immerse players in a retro horror vibe. Overall, the pixel graphics are described as well-crafted and fitting for fans of the genre.
“Fantastic game, very well crafted atmosphere enhanced by haunting pixel graphic visuals.”
“The combination of the PS1 style graphics and outstanding music and sound design will immerse you in a truly retro horror experience.”
“I really like this game, haven't finished it yet 'cause of the lack of time that I have but the ambiance of the game is really great and the graphics are too, if you enjoy pixel art and horror games, it's a perfect match.”
“So at this stage, I can only say I love the graphics, but I cannot really recommend it.”
“The environments put you off balance with their almost cute aesthetic.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features awkward physics and mechanics that require improvement, with some inconsistencies in level design and the removal of the sprint mechanic in certain areas. While initial experiences are promising, the game struggles to maintain that quality as it progresses, leading to a mixed overall impression. Players may find the mechanics challenging at first, but they tend to become more manageable over time.
“Had a bit of trouble with the mechanics at first, but it got easier as time went on.”
“It also starts off way better than it finishes, but I think a lot of that is because the dev clearly started trying to get a little fancy and switch up the environments and mechanics.”
“The physics and mechanics of the game are kind of clunky and need improvement.”
“It also starts off way better than it finishes, but I think a lot of that is because the developers clearly started trying to get a little fancy and switch up the environments and mechanics.”
“There is a sprint mechanic in this game, but it is removed from certain levels for inexplicable reasons.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and sound design in the game are widely praised, with reviewers highlighting their brilliance and ability to enhance the retro horror experience. The combination of PS1-style graphics and exceptional audio elements creates an immersive atmosphere that captivates players. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's impact.
“Brilliant music and sound design.”
“The combination of the PS1 style graphics and outstanding music and sound design will immerse you in a truly retro horror experience.”
“The music and the amazing sound effects just make your skin crawl.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, characterized by haunting pixel graphics that create an immersive experience. Reviewers highlight it as a well-crafted atmospheric first-person horror adventure, promising an intense and engaging journey.
“Fantastic game, very well-crafted atmosphere enhanced by haunting pixel graphic visuals.”
“This game describes itself as an atmospheric first-person horror adventure, and let me tell you, you're in for a hell of a ride!”
“A game with atmosphere out the wazoo.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is described as self-contained and engaging, providing a satisfying experience that extends beyond a short playtime. Overall, players find it to be a strong aspect of the game that enhances their enjoyment.
“The story, as it is, is perfectly serviceable and self-contained.”
“It's not an easy indie game that you will go through in 30 minutes; the story is great, and I really enjoy playing it.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly after an initial engaging experience that quickly devolves into repetitive tasks.
“Unfortunately, after the first 15 minutes, the game makes some very frustrating design decisions, and it becomes very tedious.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which quickly turned the experience into a chore.”
