Bureau of Contacts: Mansion
- September 5, 2024
- MIROWIN
Get on SteamIn "Bureau of Contacts: Mansion," become an agent and research a ghost haunting an old mansion, collecting its personal data for exorcism while surviving and observing the ghost's features. This free version offers a taste of the full game's locations, tools, and ghosts, with potential for co-op mode and advanced AI.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features impressive graphics and a beautifully designed gothic mansion that enhances the eerie atmosphere.
- Engaging puzzle mechanics and a unique approach to investigation make the gameplay satisfying and immersive.
- It's a free-to-play experience that allows players to try out the game before deciding to purchase the full version.
- The horror elements, such as jump scares, feel predictable and lack intensity compared to other horror games.
- The game is not well-optimized, leading to performance issues, and lacks cooperative multiplayer mode.
- Some players found the tutorial to be broken and the gameplay to involve excessive walking, which can be frustrating.
- atmosphere11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and gothic design, creating a tense and eerie environment that enhances the overall experience. While some players noted a lack of traditional horror elements like jump scares, the deep immersion and engaging gameplay contribute to a captivating atmosphere, particularly within the beautifully crafted mansion setting. The use of atmospheric tools, such as a flashlight, further enriches the exploration and mystery of the game.
“The mansion itself is beautifully designed, with a gothic aesthetic that adds to the suspenseful atmosphere.”
“The game's strengths lie in its atmospheric setting and engaging gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.”
“Is a game that impresses with its quality approach and deep immersion in the atmosphere of a mysterious mansion.”
“Even though I didn’t encounter any ghosts or jump scares during my playthrough, the overall atmosphere was quite tense.”
“The gloomy atmosphere is one of the main pluses.”
“Dark atmosphere & mystery search simulator”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highlighted by an engaging spirit box mechanic that allows for interactive communication with ghosts, enhancing the atmospheric experience. While the puzzle mechanics are intuitive and satisfying, some players feel the game could benefit from additional mechanics to avoid a sense of emptiness, and the pacing can be hindered by excessive walking. Overall, it offers a solid experience for horror fans, though some aspects may feel underdeveloped.
“The game's strengths lie in its atmospheric setting and engaging gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.”
“I managed to use the clues quickly and correctly solve everything on the first try, which added a sense of satisfaction to the gameplay.”
“Nice spirit box mechanic and AI (you can ask the ghost almost anything; I literally asked the ghost what he thinks about Slipknot and BMTH, and it seems he digs them! Very cool feature). Sometimes it doesn't pick up every word, so you might have to repeat the question, but it's done very well.”
“This one has nice ambient and visual design, but I want more game mechanics; it feels raw and empty.”
“At times, there’s too much walking required, which can be frustrating and drag out the gameplay.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics have received high praise, with many users noting that they surpass those of Phasmophobia and are comparable to the impressive visuals of Demonologist, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. The beautifully designed mansion, featuring a gothic aesthetic, enhances the game's suspenseful atmosphere, leaving players pleasantly surprised by the overall quality of the graphics.
“The mansion itself is beautifully designed, with a gothic aesthetic that adds to the suspenseful atmosphere.”
“Pleasantly surprised by the graphics, did not expect to see such a level in this project.”
“Very well made with very good graphics and fun.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is presented as a free-to-play mission from the full title "Bureau of Contacts," functioning as an extended demo that allows players to engage in a single-player experience. Players must identify and exorcise a ghost, similar to other titles in the genre, but some find the pressure and horror elements challenging. Overall, it serves as an intriguing introduction to the game's narrative and mechanics, encouraging players to decide on purchasing the full version.
“If you have friends interested in this game (or are crazy enough to play solo), this is a great 'demo'/one mission game version where you can do the tutorial and play one map for free and then decide if you're going to drop, wishlist, or buy it!”
“Like Phasmophobia, you have to figure out the type of ghost. Once you figure it out, you can perform the exorcism. Instead of a side mission like in Demonologist, you get another part where you use the spirit box to gather information for the exorcism.”
“It's hard for me... I can't stand the pressure that the storyline and the jump scares put on me.”
“But, it's hard for me... I can't stand the pressure that the storyline and the jump scares put on me.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to poor performance and a subpar experience for players.
“The game is extremely poorly optimized.”
“Performance issues make the game unplayable on lower-end systems.”
“Frequent frame drops and long loading times indicate a lack of optimization.”
