Can't revert
- August 20, 2024
- Metaphor
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features impressive graphics and a well-crafted atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
- It offers a solid story with emotional depth, making it more engaging than typical horror games.
- The jump scares are well-placed, providing genuine moments of fright without relying on cheap tactics.
- The game is very short, with a playtime of around 30 minutes, leaving players wanting more content.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive, as it primarily involves walking through loops with limited interaction.
- Some players found the story predictable and lacking in depth, which detracted from the overall experience.
- graphics23 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising the impressive visuals, immersive atmosphere, and effective use of the Unreal Engine. While some noted that the graphics are not optimized and the game is relatively short, the aesthetic quality and character design were highlighted as standout features. However, a few comments suggested that the graphics sometimes felt excessive or lacked depth beyond their visual appeal.
“The graphics are really good; it reminded me of PT.”
“Visuals and atmosphere are amazing.”
“Top notch graphics, atmosphere, and spooks.”
“Cheap graphical solutions, and not optimized.”
“It was just graphic to be graphic.”
“An extremely fun realistic horror game with those juicy horror graphics.”
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its emotional depth and smooth delivery, though many note that it is short and could benefit from more exploration and detail. While some find the narrative predictable and shallow, others commend its clarity compared to similar titles, suggesting that a more in-depth approach could enhance the overall experience. Overall, the story leaves a lasting impression, despite its brevity.
“What a great game and a very sad ending and story.”
“Some of the scares got me, the graphics were nice, the story can leave you with a 'dang....' type of lingering feeling, and I'd recommend it to anyone who isn't expecting some type of big budget, long playthrough.”
“I do feel like the story could have been told more in-depth and it would've made the game longer and really fleshed out the overall narrative being told.”
“The story's pretty predictable and shallow.”
“I describe it as paying $5 to be an active participant in a short scary story rather than listening to someone tell you a story.”
- atmosphere13 mentions
- 77 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its immersive quality, effective suspense, and impressive visuals, contributing to a chilling experience without relying on cheap jump scares. However, some reviewers note that while the atmosphere is strong, the overall experience is hindered by its short length and predictability, leaving a desire for a deeper horror experience. Despite these criticisms, fans of atmospheric horror find it worthwhile, especially given its low price point.
“The atmosphere is spot on with some fine chills and no cheap jump-scares.”
“This is a cool little game, the atmosphere is really good and the devs did a great job building suspense as it progresses.”
“Overall, the gaming experience was excellent, and the atmosphere was fantastic!”
“The atmosphere is, let's say, acceptable, but not surreal.”
“The problem isn't the story, nor the graphics or atmosphere, but the shortness of the experience.”
“It's not anything new or crazy, but I do like the atmosphere.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily a walking simulator featuring a loop mechanic where players return to the apartment entrance after exploring rooms and corridors. With a playtime of around 30 minutes, it emphasizes atmosphere and storytelling, though it may not appeal to those who dislike the repetitive nature of walking sims. The graphics are praised, and there are elements of chase mechanics that add some excitement.
“All is happening in an apartment with a long corridor and rooms; through the loop gameplay, you discover what happened to the family.”
“It's around 30 minutes more or less, nice graphics, atmosphere, simple story, and loop gameplay.”
“The gameplay uses loops, which means you return to the apartment entrance every time you walk through a door at the end.”
“Because this is a walking simulator, there is not much actual gameplay beyond walking about until something happens.”
- stability5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with most players reporting a smooth experience and no significant glitches. However, some users noted minor bugs, particularly towards the end, which slightly detracted from the overall experience.
“This game was okay, a few jump scares but not too bad and a little short but still playable. Well done, devs! I'd like to see more of stuff like this soon, please. As said, the game was a little short and could do with a lot more jump scares, but it had a good story to it. There were no glitches and it played very smoothly. I rate this game a 10/10. Thank you!”
“A very good game, a little buggy at the end but very good, link below to my playthrough if you want to watch *spoilers*.”
“Pretty though... pretty buggy.”
“Glitches.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization received mixed reviews, with users noting solid overall performance but criticizing the use of cheap graphical solutions and a lack of proper optimization.
“The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how well the game runs; the developers clearly focused on optimization.”
“The performance was solid, with minimal lag and quick load times.”
“Cheap graphical solutions, and not optimized.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the graphics and sound received praise, the character development was noted for its unsettling design, particularly highlighted by a memorable scene in the hallway, suggesting a focus on atmosphere over depth in character growth.
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The background soundtrack has received high praise for its quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“The background soundtrack was amazing.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“I found myself immersed in the game thanks to the incredible soundtrack.”
