Bureau of Contacts: Mansion
- September 5, 2024
- MIROWIN
Get on SteamView full game page About the Game"Bureau of Contacts: Mansion" is a limited free version of the "Bureau of Contacts" full game, in which you can try the game loop of a full-fledged game based on one of its locations - an old mansion haunted by a ghost. As an agent of the Bureau, you will have to:RESEARCHUse the basic toolkit to search for clues and identify the mansion's g…
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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 free to play, allowing players to experience a substantial amount of content before deciding to purchase the full game.
- The horror elements, such as jump scares, feel predictable and lack intensity compared to other horror games.
- The tutorial is somewhat broken, which can hinder the initial experience for new players.
- There are performance issues and a lack of optimization, which can detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- 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 beautifully crafted mansion and atmospheric details contribute significantly to the game's suspense and mystery. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
“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 innovative spirit box mechanic that allows for engaging interactions with ghosts, alongside atmospheric settings and intuitive puzzle mechanics that enhance the experience. However, some players feel the game lacks depth and variety in mechanics, leading to moments of frustration due to excessive walking and occasional issues with voice recognition. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience for genre fans, though it could benefit from more diverse gameplay elements.
“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 features a gothic aesthetic that 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," serving 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 the pressure and horror elements can be intense for some. Overall, it offers a compelling narrative hook for those interested in the full game.
“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.”
