Bump in the Night
- October 22, 2024
- Elzolabs
Get on SteamBump in the Night is a single-player horror game where you are tasked with investigating a haunted location that features one of many unique ghosts and a multitude of different scares. Spooky EnvironmentsExplore a range of haunted locations, each with distinct map features, challenges, and varying difficulty levels. Certain ghosts may find it easier to use their unique abilities on specific maps …
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique take on the ghost hunting genre, allowing players to manage NPCs while investigating, which adds a strategic layer to the gameplay.
- The humor and personality of the NPCs, Bob and Susan, enhance the experience, making interactions entertaining and engaging.
- Twitch integration allows viewers to influence gameplay, adding an extra layer of fun and interaction for streamers.
- The game may not appeal to those who prefer hands-on ghost hunting experiences, as it relies heavily on directing NPCs.
- Some players noted that the game feels a bit bare bones in its current early access state, with room for more content and polish.
- Graphics and controls received mixed reviews, with some players finding them lacking compared to other titles in the genre.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique blend of project management and survival horror, where players must effectively direct investigators while contending with a menacing ghost. The game features a variety of scripted haunting events and innovative mechanics that enhance the tension and excitement, setting it apart from typical titles in the genre. Overall, it offers a fun and engaging experience filled with surprises and jump scares.
“The mechanics and general content make this game stand out a mile from the run-of-the-mill similar genre games.”
“The mechanic of having to 'project manage' the investigators while still being spooked by the ghost and threatened brings a new level of pressure to get the NPCs to do what you need and find the evidence to stay alive.”
“There are many scripted haunting events that will surprise and terrify you, from unique hunting mechanics to jump scares in your 'safe room' (it is not very safe).”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game effectively blends humor with horror, offering a unique experience that balances scares with comedic elements. Players appreciate the lighthearted moments, making it an enjoyable choice for those who enjoy ghost hunting and a touch of levity alongside the thrills.
“The developers infused the game with a delightful sense of humor.”
“TL;DR: It's a scary and funny single-player horror game for anyone who loves taking charge, ghost hunting, and cats.”
“This game strikes a perfect balance between being a little scary and having a great sense of humor.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, featuring beautiful ghost art in the notes and top-tier tracks, including original compositions with vocals. Players can customize their experience through a music player that unlocks tunes as they explore the game’s spooky elements.
“The ghost art in the notes is beautiful and the music is top tier!”
“The computer is a fully fleshed out portal, allowing full customization, along with a music player that plays tunes you unlock as you discover various spooks and spirits.”
“They even created music tracks for the game (with vocals and everything).”
“The music in the game feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While there are some interesting tracks, many of them feel out of place and don't match the game's atmosphere.”
“The sound effects overshadow the music, making it difficult to appreciate the tracks that are present.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered average, but they effectively contribute to an eerie atmosphere, enhancing the game's environments and the challenges they present.
“With its solid graphics and eerie atmosphere, each environment presents its own set of challenges and frights, keeping you on edge.”
“Graphics are meh.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed and look lifeless.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by solid graphics and an eerie ambiance, with each environment offering unique challenges and frights that maintain a sense of tension and suspense throughout.
“With its solid graphics and eerie atmosphere, each environment presents its own set of challenges and frights, keeping you on edge.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game is praised, with users reporting smooth performance and no encountered issues.
“The performance is really good; I didn't run into any problems.”
“The game runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware, which is impressive.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it loads quickly and maintains a steady frame rate.”
