Arima Lodge

54%
Game Brain Score Based on 17 reviews
  • story
  • music
  • gameplay
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Arima Lodge is a free, 5-minute, fixed-camera short story that takes place entirely inside an elevator. It features limited dialogue options from Kai's perspective, and on-screen QTE events to open and close the elevator doors when a new character enters.

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54%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
graphics2 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features impressive graphics and sound design that create an immersive atmosphere.
  • It offers a short and sweet experience, making it perfect for players with limited time.
  • The narrative builds suspense and urgency effectively, keeping players engaged throughout the brief gameplay.
  • The game feels incomplete, ending abruptly without a satisfying conclusion or significant choices.
  • There is a lack of depth in gameplay, with minimal interaction and only one meaningful choice affecting the outcome.
  • The experience is too short, leaving players wanting more content and replayability.
  • story5 mentions

    The game features a heart-wrenching story centered around a bellhop operating an elevator, which unfolds quickly and creates a sense of pressure as the narrative progresses. While the automatic dialogue transitions can be jarring, the enclosed storyline captivates players, especially as it intensifies with the arrival of a mysterious man who takes the protagonist to the rooftop.

    • “You play as a bellhop operating an elevator, and the game throws you directly into a short story.”
    • “Heart-wrenching storyline.”
    • “I wish it didn't automatically skip to the next dialogue line right as the last word drops, but it works overall as a quick story.”
    • “A quick... not quite thriller or psych horror, but it's an enclosed story that definitely makes you feel pressured as the reasons drop.”
    • “The story intensifies when a strange man appears in the elevator and takes you to the rooftop.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music and sound design are praised for enhancing the game's atmosphere and tension, contributing positively to the overall experience, despite the lack of substantial gameplay.

    • “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.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be forgettable and uninspired, which detracted from the overall experience.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is noted for its fluidity and the significant impact of player decisions on the narrative, which maintains engagement throughout. However, some users feel that there is a lack of substantial gameplay elements, overshadowed by the strong 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.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics are visually striking, blending early 1900s aesthetics with futuristic elements, such as a giant dome surrounding the city, to create an immersive atmosphere. This combination enhances the overall experience, complemented by effective music and sound effects that heighten tension.

    • “The graphics are impressive and create an immersive atmosphere, while the music and sound effects add to the tension.”
    • “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).”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a heart-wrenching storyline that deeply resonates with players, evoking strong feelings and connections to the characters and their journeys.

    • “Heart-wrenching storyline.”
    • “The game made me feel a deep connection to the characters, evoking a range of emotions from joy to sorrow.”
    • “I was moved to tears by the powerful moments and the emotional depth of the narrative.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's impressive graphics and immersive sound design, including music and sound effects, effectively enhance the overall atmosphere, contributing to a heightened sense of tension.

    • “The graphics are impressive and create an immersive atmosphere, while the music and sound effects add to the tension.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
    • “From the eerie sound design to the stunning visuals, the atmosphere keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
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