Black Home

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In "Black Home," you are presented with a dark and atmospheric adventure, where you must solve the mystery of a monastary to find your lost loved one. With no support or tools provided, you must uncover the monastary's secrets and hidden rooms to unlock its past before dawn. This immersive and popular Warfare Studios game, published by Aldorlea Games, offers a challenging and refined experience for players.

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Play Modes

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

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

story17 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a compelling story with interesting characters and a unique setting, making it engaging for players.
It is easy to play and can be enjoyed casually, making it a good choice for those looking for a relaxing gaming experience.
The graphics and atmosphere are well-executed, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the game.

The game suffers from significant bugs, including game-breaking issues that can prevent players from progressing.
Combat is overly simplistic and lacks challenge, which can detract from the overall experience.
There are inconsistencies in the storyline and character development, leading to a lack of depth and immersion.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
62%
6%
The story is generally considered decent, with a mix of interesting elements and familiar tropes, such as a protagonist searching for a missing loved one. While some players found it engaging and well-executed, others felt it lacked depth and became repetitive, with certain plot threads left unresolved. Overall, it offers a satisfactory narrative experience, particularly for those who prioritize story in RPGs, but it may not stand out among more compelling titles in the genre.
- “The story itself is interesting, with small bits of lore (very small) speckled throughout.”
- “It is an intriguing story about the rebirth of a dark, pagan god, and for the most part the characters react accordingly.”
- “I was pleasantly surprised by the story and dialogue.”
- “I was more or less over the story and very bland gameplay by hour 2, and was just waiting for things to wrap up.”
- “The story had some moments where I thought there was going to be some depth beyond the main 'find husband, kill bad guys', but these strands of story were just left to die.”
- “The story itself is a bit lame though, but characters are enacted properly with appropriate personality undertones to make them somewhat memorable.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The music in the game is described as a mix of minimalist and custom compositions, with some players finding it relaxing while others note its repetitiveness and occasional clash with battle themes. While the soundtrack is appreciated for its thematic elements and nostalgic MIDI quality, some users find the short looping clips can become annoying during exploration. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, though it has its drawbacks.
- “The soundtrack was nothing short of amazing!”
- “The music was themed properly, and the sounds made by some tricky/spooky things that pop up are a great addition to the game.”
- “Very Asian-feeling RPG... story, gameplay, and simple old-school music somehow are very well put together.”
- “Music is minimalist and occasionally annoying.”
- “Music was okay, but the looping clips were very short, so if you were really exploring an area, it could get annoying pretty quickly.”
- “I think a fair share of the music is custom, but I’m not totally sure.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The graphics are generally considered good, featuring beautiful pixel art and custom character portraits, though some players note inconsistencies in the early to mid-game visuals. While many aspects are praised, there are minor issues that detract from the overall experience, leading to a mixed reception. Overall, the graphics are described as passable, with a score of 7.
- “Beautiful pixel graphics.”
- “Very nice custom artwork for the character portraits.”
- “Graphics are pretty good.”
- “Most of them are minor things that affect the graphics, but the rest are bad.”
- “This is mostly in regards to the early to mid portions of the game, where it seems like the developers couldn't decide if they wanted the player to work out and find what they need on their own, or use the sparkling graphic to telegraph it, as both are used in the game.”
- “Overall, the graphics are passable.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The gameplay has been criticized for being bland and feeling like an afterthought, with limited engagement and repetitive tasks. Players noted that the experience can feel drawn out, with a shift in character depth that lacks explanation, leading to a sense of waiting for the story to conclude rather than enjoying the gameplay itself. Overall, it offers around 7-8 hours of playtime, primarily focused on grinding and exploration.
- “I'd say the whole thing packs 7-8 hours of gameplay if you don't mind grinding a bit and visiting the same areas within a huge map to collect loot and experience.”
- “Gameplay:”
- “But beyond that, gameplay and story in most of them only goes so far.”
- “I was more or less over the story and very bland gameplay by hour 2, and was just waiting for things to wrap up.”
- “The gameplay was pretty much an afterthought.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The atmosphere of the game is described as inconsistent; while some players appreciate the logical and cohesive design of the environments, others find them sparse and lacking in detail, which detracts from immersion. The absence of interactive elements and dynamic character reactions in cutscenes further diminishes the overall atmosphere, despite some acknowledging a decent ambiance during gameplay. Additionally, the ease of combat is noted to undermine the intended atmospheric tension.
- “Environment design isn't terribly rich, yet it is gathered into a logical and consistent collection to present you a really, really big dungeon crawl and a decent enough atmosphere.”
- “It has a quite nice atmosphere.”
- “Some of the environments felt sparse, with acres of blank floor, and I felt like the atmosphere could have been really improved with more little details like things to look at. I kept checking barrels and bookcases for interesting tidbits or items, but to no avail. There could have been more flavorful equipment and more movement and reactions from characters in cutscenes rather than just text box after text box.”
- “Environment design isn't terribly rich, yet it is gathered into a logical and consistent collection to present you with a really, really big dungeon crawl and a decent enough atmosphere.”
- “The combat was too easy, and kind of destroyed the atmosphere that I imagine the game was trying to build.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; while some find the battle system tedious and the grinding boring, others appreciate the balance of leveling up without excessive grinding. Players can expect around 7-8 hours of gameplay, with some repetition in exploring large areas for loot and experience.
- “Black home's battle system is tedious and boring.”
- “I'd say the whole thing packs 7-8 hours of gameplay if you don't mind grinding a bit and visiting the same areas within a huge map to collect loot and experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized due to frequent freezing issues that prevent players from completing key actions, alongside reported mapping glitches. These problems significantly hinder the overall gameplay experience.
- “I wanted to like it and played all the way up to where I should be at the end, but the game is broken. I'm not sure what caused the issue, but I can't complete the game because it freezes when I try to complete one of the actions to move forward.”
- “- Mapping glitches.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that the character development in the game is perceived as disjointed, suggesting that the progression and depth of characters may feel inconsistent or poorly integrated throughout the narrative.
- “The character development feels disjointed and lacks coherence throughout the game.”
- “There is a noticeable lack of depth in character development, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The progression of character arcs is poorly executed, leaving players feeling unsatisfied with their growth.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players noting that the dialogue is refreshing and avoids annoying repetitions or forced attempts at comedy.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever dialogue that never feels forced.”
- “I love how the jokes are woven into the gameplay seamlessly, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “The witty banter between characters keeps me laughing and engaged throughout the game.”