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Befriended Curse

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98%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
grinding, stability
98% User Score Based on 139 reviews

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Befriended Curse is a single player action game. It was developed by Yellow Basement Games and was released on July 30, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Gameplay revolves around exploration and uncovering the details of the story. Befriended Curse is a horror walking sim game. The average completion time is 1h20m. The game immerses players in a witch-themed atmosphere, blending elements of realism with the allure of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Jonathan, a final year psychology student, who accepts what seems to be an enticing job of…

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 139 reviews
story29 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game has a fantastic atmosphere with great sound design and visuals, creating a genuinely creepy experience.
  • It features a well-crafted story with interesting characters and effective jump scares that enhance the horror experience.
  • Despite its short length, the game is engaging and worth the price, making it a solid choice for indie horror fans.
  • The game is quite short, leaving some players wanting more content and additional puzzles.
  • There are instances of poor signposting and glitches that can lead to frustrating moments, such as getting stuck or unable to progress.
  • Some players felt that the jump scares were not frequent enough or that the game relied too heavily on atmosphere rather than direct scares.
  • story
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received positive feedback for its well-crafted narrative and engaging plot twists, particularly in the horror genre where it effectively builds tension and suspense. Players appreciate the immersive storytelling and character development, noting that it surpasses typical expectations for similar games. Overall, the story is described as captivating, with a mix of decent pacing and surprising elements that enhance the gaming experience.

    • “It's very well made and everything you want in a horror - very scary environment, great sound and a good story with a twist that you won't see coming.”
    • “The atmosphere is amazing... the game is beautiful to look at... the sound design is perfectly done... and the story actually hits pretty well.”
    • “The game has good storytelling that captivates and immerses you in the plot.”
    • “Just a little story about [not saying here maybe a spoiler] I really don't get it or what happened next.”
    • “Story was fine.”
    • “There is also much more of a story than you would normally see in these types of games on Steam, and I was very pleased with it.”
  • atmosphere
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, effectively combining beautiful graphics, sound design, and a tense mood to create a haunting experience. While some players appreciate the inclusion of jump scares, many highlight that the game relies more on its overall ambiance and storytelling to evoke fear. Overall, the atmosphere is described as captivating and integral to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.

    • “The atmosphere is amazing... the game is beautiful to look at... the sound design is perfectly done... and the story actually hits pretty well.”
    • “Superb creepy-house atmosphere and with a great search-for-clues plot.”
    • “All jokes aside, the game plays well, and the tension and atmosphere that's built through this short experience feels tangible, constricting and tight at times.”
    • “All jokes aside, the game plays well, and the tension and atmosphere that's built through this short experience feels tangible, constricting, and tight at times.”
    • “Filled with atmosphere, a few decent jump scares, and a game with a decent amount of lore for such a short game.”
    • “Developer has a good sense for pacing and a solid understanding of using audio and visuals to create an atmosphere.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their detail and realism, contributing significantly to the overall spooky atmosphere. Players appreciate the combination of high-quality visuals and effective audio, which together enhance the immersive experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, making the game visually appealing and engaging.

    • “The graphics are amazing in this game -- very detailed and realistic.”
    • “Right from the very beginning, I fell in love with the overall feel of the graphics, the sharp crisp sound effects, the sudden pop noises as you walk, the totally creepy sounds from the woods. This game takes you on a journey where you get lost in time...”
    • “Really spooky game, for the price, you get your money's worth 100% -- graphics are amazing.”
    • “The graphics are quite underwhelming and lack detail, making the environment feel flat and uninspired.”
    • “While the game has potential, the graphics are outdated and do not meet modern standards.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
  • gameplay
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness and immersive atmosphere, particularly in a spooky setting. Players appreciate the solid walking simulator mechanics, reasonable scares, and decent puzzles, although some minor frustrations with getting stuck are noted as personal skill issues rather than flaws in the game itself.

    • “Good gameplay and atmosphere.”
    • “Very smooth gameplay in a spooky house with horrible wiring.”
    • “The game's a solid walking simulator, with reasonable scares, the puzzling is decent and the gameplay and scripting is pretty on-point - I think at times, there were little things I got stuck on, but I think that's more my own skill issue than anything else.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere and mood, with users noting its effectiveness in creating tension, particularly when the background music abruptly disappears during key moments. The sound design contributes significantly to the overall experience, making it a standout feature for players.

    • “The atmosphere, music, and mood is what really made this stand out for me.”
    • “I love the background music, the shadows appearing, a cute cat too!”
    • “The game has great sound design, and the creepiest thing was how the music that initially plays upon entering the home suddenly disappears once things start happening.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development is highlighted by the impressive design of the witch, which has garnered significant praise from users.

  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting that the engaging story maintains their interest and minimizes tedious backtracking, making the experience feel less repetitive.

  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game experienced a few glitches shortly after its release, which is considered typical for a launch period. Overall, stability issues appear to be minimal at this early stage.

    • “There were a couple of glitches, which is to be expected only one day after release.”
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Befriended Curse is a action game.

Befriended Curse is available on PC and Windows.

Befriended Curse was released on July 30, 2024.

Befriended Curse was developed by Yellow Basement Games.

Befriended Curse has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Befriended Curse is a single player game.

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