Arima Lodge

About

"Arima Lodge" is a free, short game set in a future city where you play as Kai, a bellhop in a hotel elevator. A mysterious man forces you to go to the 100th floor, revealing a serious situation. The gameplay consists of a locked camera, minimal dialogue options, and quick time events to open/close the elevator doors for each character that enters.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience with impressive graphics and sound design that enhance the atmosphere.
It's a short and sweet experience, perfect for players looking for a quick narrative-driven game.
The game builds suspense effectively, using ticking sounds and quick-time events to create urgency and tension.

The story feels incomplete and lacks depth, leaving players wanting more context and resolution.
Many dialogue choices seem to have little impact on the outcome, reducing the sense of player agency.
The game is very short, which may leave some players feeling unsatisfied and wishing for a longer experience.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a brief yet intense experience centered around a bellhop operating an elevator, leading players into a dark and immersive narrative. While some find the storyline heart-wrenching and gripping, others criticize its lack of depth and the feeling that dialogue choices have little impact. Overall, it offers a quick, enclosed story that evokes pressure and intrigue, though it may leave some players wanting more.
- “Highly recommended for those seeking a unique and gripping storyline.”
- “The story intensifies when a strange man appears in the elevator and takes you to the rooftop.”
- “That's the whole story; no other depth to the game at all.”
- “I can tell some work was put into the game as the graphics and such are good, but the lack of story makes this game pointless to play.”
- “The story unfolds as a simple elevator ride takes a dark and unexpected turn, pulling you into an immersive, dystopian world.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
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The game's graphics are praised for their impressive aesthetics, blending early 1900s hotel-elevator vibes with futuristic elements, creating an immersive atmosphere. The visuals, complemented by effective music and sound effects, enhance the overall experience, although some players feel that the lack of a compelling story detracts from the gameplay.
- “The graphics are impressive and create an immersive atmosphere, while the music and sound effects add to the tension.”
- “The game's noir aesthetic and lore-rich atmosphere keep you hooked, while the interactive fiction elements make your choices feel impactful.”
- “The aesthetics complement each other, are nice to look at, and create an early 1900s hotel-elevator feel while at the same time having elements of a futuristic world (because of the giant dome around the city).”
- “I can tell some work was put into the game as the graphics are good, but the lack of story makes this game pointless to play.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound design in the game are praised for enhancing the immersive atmosphere and adding tension, though some reviewers note that the overall gameplay experience is lacking.
- “The graphics are impressive and create an immersive atmosphere, while the music and sound effects add to the tension.”
- “While the sound design and music are commendable, there’s barely any gameplay here.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as fluid and engaging, with player decisions significantly influencing the narrative, which maintains interest throughout. However, some users feel that there is a lack of substantial gameplay elements, despite praising the sound design and music.
- “The gameplay is fluid and the player's decisions impact the narrative, keeping you interested until the end.”
- “While the sound design and music are commendable, there’s barely any gameplay here.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's impressive graphics and noir aesthetic contribute to a deeply immersive atmosphere, enhanced by impactful music and sound effects that heighten tension. Additionally, the rich lore and interactive fiction elements engage players, making their choices feel significant within the atmospheric setting.
- “The graphics are impressive and create an immersive atmosphere, while the music and sound effects add to the tension.”
- “The game's noir aesthetic and lore-rich atmosphere keep you hooked, while the interactive fiction elements make your choices feel impactful.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a heart-wrenching storyline that deeply resonates with players, evoking strong feelings and connections throughout the experience.
- “Heart-wrenching storyline.”
- “Heart-wrenching storyline.”