Boo Men

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"Boo Men: Twisted Corridor" is a horror-themed game where players must navigate through a constantly changing maze filled with malevolent spirits. The goal is to find and collect hidden pages of a mysterious spell book while avoiding being caught by the Boo Men. The game features permadeath, procedurally generated levels, and a unique art style to create a challenging and suspenseful experience.

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,905 reviews

gameplay37 positive mentions

grinding38 negative mentions

The game is fun and provides a unique twist on the ghost hunting genre, allowing players to steal items while avoiding ghosts.
Great for multiplayer sessions with friends, offering plenty of laughs and jump scares.
The developers are actively updating the game and listening to community feedback, showing commitment to improvement.

The game can be repetitive and lacks sufficient content, with only a few maps and ghost types currently available.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, such as items not spawning and ghosts behaving unpredictably.
The matchmaking system is problematic, making it difficult to join games with friends or find active lobbies.

gameplay
143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
69%
6%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique mechanics and immersive atmosphere, particularly in horror settings, while others criticize it for being repetitive and tedious, often revolving around item collection. Many players enjoy the cooperative aspects and the variety of ghost mechanics, but feel that improvements are needed to enhance engagement and clarity in gameplay. Overall, the game shows potential, especially as an indie title, but requires further refinement to fully realize its capabilities.
- “Unironically the best co-op horror game out there, it's a little rough around the edges as any good indie title is, but the gameplay loop is one of the most satisfying things out there.”
- “With its attention to detail, expansive gameplay mechanics, seasonal cycles, licensed machinery, and engaging multiplayer mode, it is a must-play for anyone who enjoys the farming lifestyle or is simply looking for a unique and relaxing gaming experience.”
- “This game is suspenseful; you do not know what ghost is hunting you until the power goes off for the first time, and each ghost has different mechanics.”
- “It's repetitive and tedious; there is not much gameplay either, it's all about fetching random items on a map and running in circles.”
- “Developers are focusing on a new 'be the ghost' PvP mode and adding new content, which is cool, but I still think the core gameplay idea is simply boring and tedious.”
- “The gameplay is okay and has a lot of potential, but after being out for 2 years and feeling like a 2-week-old game jam tech demo, it's hard to even recommend spending any money on this.”
humor
103 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this game is a standout feature, often described as more prominent than its horror elements, making it a fun experience, especially when played with friends. Players appreciate the blend of hilarious jump scares and goofy mechanics, which create memorable moments of laughter amidst the scares. Overall, the game successfully combines comedy with horror, resulting in a uniquely entertaining experience that keeps players engaged and laughing.
- “This game is more funny than scary, but that's what makes it so good.”
- “Never has a game jump scared me so much and yet also, without fail, made me laugh past the point of crying.”
- “It's a hilarious game to play with friends, and I can recommend this game to anyone to have a go for the price.”
grinding
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
11%
86%
The grinding aspect of Farming Simulator 22 has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and tedious, often involving fetching random items and running in circles. While the game offers immersive gameplay and stunning visuals, some users feel that the core mechanics can become a slog, suggesting that additional content and variety are needed to enhance the experience. Overall, while the game captivates fans of the genre, the grinding elements may detract from the enjoyment for some players.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's repetitive and tedious; there is not much gameplay either, it's all about fetching random items on a map and running in circles.”
- “Developers are focusing on a new 'be the ghost' PvP mode and adding new content, which is cool, but I still think the core gameplay idea is simply boring and tedious.”
- “(Probably a player skill issue, but the problem is that it shouldn't be this hidden. It goes from fun to tedious; adding more spots is practically a must if you're going to make it such a slog.”
graphics
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
62%
11%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that they are "alright" but not exceptional, particularly for an early access indie title. While a few users appreciate the potential and beauty of the visuals, others criticize the artwork and animations as lacking polish. There is a consensus that improvements are needed, especially in animations and overall graphical fidelity, to enhance the gaming experience.
- “With its immersive gameplay, stunning visuals, and a wealth of content, this latest installment in the series offers a truly captivating farming experience that will keep you hooked for hours on end.”
- “This game still has a lot to improve, but it's just released recently, the graphics are beautiful, it's fun to play with friends. The monster design is creepy, especially the granny that keeps looking at you in the dark. There are some bugs, but I'll definitely follow the growth of this game; it has a lot of potential. Thanks for the hard work, dev! (^_^)/”
- “Kinda reminds me of Phasmophobia due to there being different ghosts with unique abilities. The graphics look similar as well... the game is very fun with a group of friends; for the price, this game is a steal for sure.”
- “The artwork and UI for the game looked atrocious, and I assumed it would just be another poor Phasmophobia knockoff.”
- “Would love to see more polished animations and graphics (such as an animation when crouching instead of the instant perspective change) in the future.”
- “The gameplay is boring, the ghosts aren't scary, the graphics aren't great, and the animations aren't good.”
replayability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
56%
13%
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players finding it enjoyable and worth revisiting, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking content, particularly due to the limited number of maps and ghost types. Many hope for future updates to enhance replay value, as the game shows potential but currently feels constrained. Overall, it offers fun gameplay, especially with friends, but improvements are needed to sustain long-term interest.
- “Still for the price, this game has a fair amount of replayability and seems to still be in a development phase as not all the bugs have been worked out.”
- “One of the best and most replayable games to come out.”
- “Fun and replayable, though Edith is pretty difficult even on easy mode.”
- “Replayability is a lie.”
- “It is not replayable in any way whatsoever.”
- “I hope this game gets updated because it doesn't have much replay value due to there only being 3 maps and 3 different ghosts.”
stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable and has great potential, but it suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs and glitches that affect gameplay. Players report problems such as screen tearing, unresponsive server joining, and inconsistencies with game mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience. While many appreciate the game's concept and fun factor, they express a strong desire for more bug fixes and improvements in future updates.
- “This game has potential, and good concept and when more bug fixes are done I'll go back to it but with the screen tearing even with VSync on and some buggy ghosts, I find it unplayable.”
- “Fun to play if you have friends to coop with but it is very buggy in all aspects and the UI is a bit clunky.”
- “Good game but the server joining is always super buggy and doesn't work half the time.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
67%
27%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized, with many users noting a lack of narrative depth or coherence. Some mention personal experiences that highlight the game's difficulty and fear factor, but overall, the consensus is that the story is minimal or non-existent, leaving players wanting more in terms of plot development.
- “Ghost girl - most backstory, partially fastest”
- “Moral of the story, you never know what life holds in store for you, and if I would have given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
atmosphere
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its tension and spookiness, enhanced by effective lighting and sound design that avoids typical horror clichés. While the environments are visually appealing and contribute to a chilling experience, some players note that gameplay glitches can detract from immersion. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making the game particularly frightening, especially during moments of silence and unexpected ghost encounters.
- “Boo Men places a good emphasis on atmospheric spookiness and objective-based gameplay.”
- “Literally the scariest game jumpscare-wise I've come across, and I don't know why, but it might just be the way the atmosphere is set with dead silence when the power goes out mixed with the various mechanics of the ghosts.”
- “First things I would like to say is the atmosphere in the game is top notch.”
- “A decent atmosphere overall with some better lighting and this game would literally terrify you.”
- “Literally the scariest game jumpscare-wise I've come across, and I don't know why, but it might just be the way the atmosphere gets set with dead silence when the power goes out mixed with the various mechanics of the ghosts.”
- “Very tense atmosphere, and even on easy difficulty it's very difficult.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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21%
The game's music has received mixed feedback, with players praising the lobby music as exceptional while expressing frustration over the use of copyrighted tracks that hinder monetization on platforms like YouTube. Additionally, issues with the volume levels, particularly the loud game-over music and the inability to effectively disable music without losing all sound, have been noted. Overall, while the lobby music stands out positively, the implementation of other audio elements has led to dissatisfaction among users.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- “The lobby music is some of the best lobby music I have ever heard.”
- “The lobby music is just great.”
- “I believe there is an option to disable the music, but in my case when I tried to do that, all the game sound (which was already very low) became inaudible.”
- “I didn't think they would use copyrighted music in the background, so I let it play during the live stream.”
- “Being kicked to the main menu after every lobby, the game-over music being so godforsaken loud when you die, needing Oculus open to boot it if you play VR.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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Overall, players report that the game is well-optimized, experiencing minimal bugs and smooth performance even on high settings. However, some users have noted issues with stuttering and slow crouching mechanics, which can hinder gameplay.
- “Found minimal bugs and the game feels pretty optimized.”
- “So there's that... and I have seen no major decrease in performance or issues with the game running on high settings.”
- “It runs smoothly even with OBS and multiple streaming apps up.”
- “But while crouching, no stuttering but can't really crouch all match because it's so slow.”
- “Stuttering can't even play, please fix the game.”
- “Basically, this is a game of a fabulous burglar who has boosted performance but is overwhelmed by too many lights, making his business booming.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy is perceived as stagnant and exploitative, with some users feeling it resembles a cash grab. Additionally, issues with copyright, such as the use of specific songs, have hindered content creators' ability to monetize their videos.
- “It doesn't feel as if it has progressed since it initially released, and to be quite honest, it feels like a quick cash grab.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes strong emotions, with players noting it made them cry, indicating a powerful narrative impact. While some characters, like the grandma and wolfman, could use refinement, the overall emotional experience is solid and worth the wait for further improvements.
- “Made me cry”
- “Good game though the grandma and wolfman need some small touching up; the ghost girl seems okay. Other than that, it's solid. I'd say wait a little longer.”
- “Made me cry”