Bloody Hallowfest
- March 15, 2024
- Cubyte Games
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Get on itch.io StoreIn Bloody Hallowfest, a horror game with a retro aesthetic, Maya must survive a horrifying turn of events at a summer camp's Halloween celebration. After a stranger with a bloody axe murders her friends, Maya must evade the killer and uncover the dark truth behind the massacre. Navigate the terrors of the night, escape the bloodbath, and confront the sinister secret lurking in the shadows.
Reviews
- The game effectively creates a horror movie atmosphere, making players feel like they are part of a classic slasher film.
- It's a short but enjoyable experience, with well-executed jump scares and a compelling story.
- The game is well-made for its price, offering fun gameplay and nostalgic vibes reminiscent of 90s horror shows.
- Some gameplay segments, particularly the maze and shooting parts, can be frustrating and detract from the overall experience.
- There are occasional glitches that may hinder gameplay, such as falling through the map.
- The game lacks voice-over work, which could have enhanced the overall immersion.
- story5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story is generally praised as engaging and well-crafted, with many players finding it to be a standout aspect of the game. It combines elements of fun and horror, contributing to an overall immersive experience that enhances the gameplay and atmosphere.
“Great game and amazing story.”
“I genuinely had a fun time, and the story just blew me away, to be honest.”
“Great story, gameplay, graphics, and atmosphere.”
“The story felt disjointed and lacked coherence.”
“Character development was shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
“The plot twists were predictable and failed to engage me.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its quality of life improvements and effective signposting, which enhance the overall experience in a genre often lacking these features. Additionally, players appreciate the combination of engaging story, graphics, and atmosphere that further enrich the gameplay.
“Great story, gameplay, graphics, and atmosphere.”
“Some really nice quality of life and signposting gameplay design that is sorely lacking in the genre.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for effectively immersing players in a horror movie-like experience, contributing to a smooth and engaging gameplay. Despite the relatively short playtime of under an hour, the ambiance enhances the overall enjoyment.
“Expect a bit under an hour in length when playing, but the atmosphere is well done and definitely feels like you're the main character in a horror movie.”
“The atmosphere was nice and it ran smoothly.”
“The atmosphere is lacking; it feels more like a bland setting than an immersive experience.”
“Despite the potential, the atmosphere falls flat and fails to evoke any real sense of tension or fear.”
“The game tries to create a spooky atmosphere, but it ends up feeling more tedious than terrifying.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a negative emotional response, feeling that their time was wasted while engaging with the game.
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their impressive quality, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere and enhancing the storytelling and gameplay experience.
“Great story, gameplay, graphics, and atmosphere.”
