Autopsy Simulator
- June 6, 2024
- Woodland Games
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Autopsy Simulator: Dead Memories" is a game that allows you to gradually uncover the truth about various cases and victims by examining bodies and studying files in the perspective of a middle-aged pathologist. Each case is designed with the help of real-life pathomorphologists and forensic doctors, providing an authentic autopsy process with detailed depictions of organs and injuries. The game also delves into the protagonist's past and personal struggles, adding depth to the storyline.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features impressive graphics and detailed autopsy mechanics, providing a realistic experience.
- The storyline is engaging and offers interesting backstories for the deceased, keeping players invested.
- The developers are actively working on an 'autopsy-only' mode, which has the potential to enhance gameplay significantly.
- The game is misleadingly titled as a 'simulator' when it is primarily a linear, story-driven experience with minimal player agency.
- The voice acting and dialogue can be annoying, with excessive sighing and repetitive lines detracting from immersion.
- The game is short, typically taking only 4-6 hours to complete, which many players feel does not justify the price.
- story379 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over its brevity and abrupt ending, which feels rushed and unsatisfying. While some found the narrative engaging and appreciated its psychological elements, others criticized it for being overly linear and lacking depth, often overshadowing the more interesting autopsy mechanics. Overall, players are eager for additional content and modes that focus more on gameplay rather than the guided story experience.
“I would play more games from these devs because gameplay was amazing and the story was very engaging.”
“The story is interesting and I am excited to see how this game progresses.”
“The story is engaging and intriguing.”
“The story is horrible, ending was a disaster.”
“The story has barely any substance; this game would have been better if there was no story and only autopsies.”
“The story is very flat and the playable character is exhausting.”
- gameplay78 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players enjoying the autopsy mechanics and graphics but criticizing the overall experience as repetitive and overly guided. While some find the mechanics engaging, others feel that the game is too linear and lacks depth, often comparing it unfavorably to simpler browser games. Additionally, the short playtime and underwhelming story have led to disappointment, with players expressing hope for future updates to enhance gameplay.
“I am really enjoying the gameplay.”
“The mechanics for the autopsies and love for details is good and implemented nicely.”
“It's really good; not only are the mechanics super fun, but the game itself is really creative and interesting.”
“Game mechanics are very broken and don't always tell you where to find things.”
“The gameplay is disappointingly mundane.”
“I can't recommend this for now, it's not a simulator, it's a scripted do this and that; you're actually watching a story unfold with some clicking during the gameplay.”
- graphics42 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are frequently praised for their detail and realism, particularly in the depiction of autopsies and anatomical features. While many users appreciate the visual quality, some note inconsistencies and minor graphical bugs that detract from the experience. Despite these issues, the graphics are generally considered a standout aspect of the game, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere.
“You fire up Autopsy Simulator and you're immediately struck by the visuals - the attention to detail in the rendering of the bodies and the organs, they're all depicted with a striking realism.”
“The attention to detail is incredible, with lifelike graphics and authentic medical tools making each autopsy feel real.”
“The graphics are amazing, especially for the autopsy, and the mechanics of it were above my expectations.”
“Tragically bad, besides the graphics and the factual parts of the autopsies, coming from an expert.”
“Sometimes it's really wonky, to be honest. The autopsies themselves look good, but I'm just not convinced about the rest - the blood on the knife and these small details don't look as good as the rest of the game, and they don't change too much. It's really hard for me not to notice this, and somehow it drags down the graphics a lot.”
“The graphics and overall design of some of the details on bodies could be better; the hair and pubic hair do not look like hair at all, and hands and feet could use more detail.”
- stability18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing during tasks and issues with cursor movement. While some users appreciate the graphics and overall concept, they express frustration over the game's unfinished feel and lack of a manual save option. Overall, the game is seen as promising but currently suffers from significant stability issues that detract from the experience.
“Game runs great for me, good graphics, no lag, controls are fine, and no issues with mouse sensitivity.”
“Overall, I feel like the bug testing team did a fantastic job as the game is very bug-free from what I've played so far, so well done to them!”
“There are occasional glitches, and a manual save option would be nice, but overall very promising.”
“It continuously glitches during chapters; I have had to restart three times since playing it in two days because it wouldn't let me back out of a task or move my cursor.”
“The gameplay is buggy and overall the game feels largely rushed and unfinished.”
“Tldr: it's a buggy overpriced disappointment.”
- atmosphere18 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag, with many praising its eerie and visually stunning qualities that effectively capture a dark tone, while others criticize it for relying too heavily on repetitive music and lacking subtlety. Some players appreciate the immersive experience and unique simulation feel, but others find it linear and short, with plot holes that detract from the overall ambiance. Overall, the game's atmosphere is seen as a strong point, though opinions vary on its execution and depth.
“It gives a pleasant creepy atmosphere while making you second guess your character at every turn...with an interesting twist.”
“Was best game I've played in ages; it did feel like a simulation, with great atmosphere. Definitely give it a go, nothing out there like it.”
“The game is visually stunning, and the atmosphere is appropriately eerie, capturing the dark tone it aims for.”
“This is killing the atmosphere and makes the game completely ridiculous.”
“The atmosphere itself seemed to lean too much on eerie music on repeat and the protagonist coming unglued rather than subtleties that would have done it more favors. Infrasound (the natural creepiness of mortuary labs and perceived silence) would have done wonders for this game, I swear. Strange noises and more discreet hallucinations (did you see that body just move out of the corner of your eye?) would have enhanced the experience.”
“Not scary and devoid of atmosphere.”
- music14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many players finding it monotonous, repetitive, and ill-suited to the game's atmosphere. Reviewers suggest muting the in-game music in favor of alternative playlists, as the soundtrack detracts from the experience rather than enhancing it. Additionally, issues such as overlapping tracks and a lack of fitting sound effects further diminish the overall audio quality.
“Protip: mute the in-game music and play a 90's radio mix on Spotify for the right 1991 office vibe to make the most of this game.”
“There was a portion of the game that seemed to have multiple music tracks on top of each other.”
“The background music was so monotonous that after half an hour, I had to turn it almost completely off.”
“Quite a predictable story, even going as far as a bland music cue playing over and over again in the background to the point I had to mute it.”
“I also recommend setting the music to 0 since it's very unfitting to the setting; it actually sounds like a track from a logic/puzzle game like The House of Da Vinci or something like that.”
- replayability10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with many users noting that the short gameplay (approximately 4-5 hours) and limited content do not justify the price. Players express a desire for additional features, such as an autopsy-only mode or a creator's kit, to enhance replay value. Currently, the consensus is that the game offers minimal incentive for repeated playthroughs, rating its replayability around 2/10.
“I think even some kind of creators kit that would allow people to craft new cases could potentially create unlimited replay value, and I think even if such a thing was DLC, people who own the game would buy it.”
“As someone who loves jumpscare games and replayability, I simply cannot recommend this game to anyone looking for that.”
“Took me 4.5 hours to finish, and 25 bucks for max 5 hours of gameplay that currently isn't really replayable is wild.”
“Although with only the storyline to go on, there is pretty much no replay value.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of silliness and absurdity, with players finding the character's erratic behavior and exaggerated scenarios both funny and frustrating. While some appreciate the comedic elements, others feel that the humor can detract from the overall experience, especially when it comes to jump scares and narrative coherence. Overall, the game's blend of humor and horror elicits a range of reactions, from laughter to annoyance.
“I love this story! It was funny! :D”
“The character acts funny most of the time, frightened one second and explaining what to do normally right after.”
“Inspecting models is really silly with their funny jiggle.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed; while some praise the game for running smoothly even on outdated hardware, others report significant performance issues that hinder their experience. Many players express hope for future updates to address these optimization concerns.
“The one positive I will say is that the game is very well optimized and runs smoothly on my outdated PC.”
“The performances are frustrating; the sighing is just a bit too much.”
“It's got a wonderful story unfolding, the dissections are fun, the jump scares have been lovely; however, the optimization is incredibly poor.”
“Still really excited for this and patiently awaiting future tweaks to performance and small hiccups!”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, often requiring significant time investment for mundane tasks and pixel-perfect actions. The repetitive nature of the grinding, coupled with unnecessary variations in minigames, detracts from the overall enjoyment and can feel like a chore.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It was all tedious.”
“The game demands you find a pixel-perfect point to take a photo, which is incredibly frustrating and tedious.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story bland and unengaging despite an interesting premise, resulting in a lack of emotional impact.
“The game is very bland; while the premise is interesting, the story—which is the only playable part—is very dull, resulting in a boring experience.”
“I expected an emotional journey, but instead, I was met with a lackluster narrative that failed to engage me.”
“Despite its potential, the emotional depth of the story is severely lacking, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
