CASE: Animatronics

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 804 reviews
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  • graphics
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CASE: Animatronics has decent atmosphere and unintentionally hilarious voice acting, but nothing really stands out, and most of the game is filled with boring and familiar horror cliches.
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"CASE: Animatronics" is a first-person stealth horror game where you play as overworked detective John Bishop. While working late, the police department's security system is hacked, all exits are locked, and the power is shut off. To make matters worse, you're being pursued by animatronics controlled by a mysterious hacker, with red eyes and shifting, clanking metal sounds, in a terrifying fight for survival.

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Reviews

69%
Audience ScoreBased on 804 reviews
story29 positive mentions
stability18 negative mentions
  • The game has a terrifying atmosphere with effective jump scares that keep players on edge.
  • The free-roaming mechanics allow for a more immersive experience compared to traditional FNAF games.
  • The graphics and sound design are impressive, contributing to the overall horror experience.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs, including animatronics teleporting and inconsistent AI behavior.
  • Voice acting is often criticized as poor and unconvincing, detracting from the game's immersion.
  • Objectives are unclear, leading to frustration as players often wander aimlessly without guidance.
  • story88 mentions

    The story of the game is often criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it feels disjointed and poorly conveyed through broken dialogue and voice acting. While some players find the premise intriguing and appreciate the horror elements, the overall narrative fails to engage, leaving many feeling unsatisfied and disconnected from the characters. Despite its attempts at storytelling, the game is frequently compared unfavorably to the Five Nights at Freddy's series, with many suggesting that it lacks the compelling plot and character development needed to elevate the experience.

    • “This game obviously has some similarities to Five Nights at Freddy's, but at the same time, it's its own unique game with an interesting story, and is just a terrifying game altogether.”
    • “It feels immersive and kind of a detective game trying to find notes to connect the story together, which is a brilliant idea for a FNAF-like game.”
    • “The story line is very fascinating, the game mechanics are terrifyingly epic, and it's worth the price.”
    • “Lack of a comprehensive storyline and characters you can't get attached to because it's so on the nose you might as well have drawn stick figures and labeled them 'bad guy', 'good guy', 'child who is angry'.”
    • “The story seems decent at first but it is told to you in some of the most awesome broken English dialogue which is delivered with some of the most amazingly terrible voice acting ever.”
    • “The story really doesn’t go deep given that it’s all about the gameplay.”
  • gameplay85 mentions

    The gameplay of "Case: Animatronics" is a mixed bag, featuring a blend of stealth, puzzle-solving, and survival elements that some players find engaging, while others criticize it for frustrating mechanics and bugs. While the game offers a unique free-roaming experience reminiscent of "Five Nights at Freddy's," many reviews highlight issues such as teleporting animatronics, unclear objectives, and repetitive gameplay that detract from the overall experience. Despite its potential for tension and atmosphere, the execution leaves much to be desired, leading to a generally unfavorable reception regarding gameplay quality.

    • “The gameplay is a blend of stealth, puzzle-solving, and sheer survival.”
    • “The use of a tablet to monitor security cameras adds a strategic layer to the gameplay, but it's the need for silence and stealth that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
    • “Overall, this is a great FNAF-inspired game, offering great jump scares and some fun gameplay.”
    • “If you want a free roam Five Nights at Freddy's game, just play Security Breach. This may have been the first 3D fan game, but it is bad. The story is mediocre, the gameplay is terrible, and broken animatronics constantly teleport in front of you, which defeats the whole point of the gameplay. It's a really bad game, and it's also only about 1 hour long.”
    • “It mistakes unfair mechanics and terrible code (I can't tell you how many times I've just up and died to invisible animatronics or got my legs caught on something that wasn't even there) for genuine difficulty.”
    • “The objectives aren't very clear, and neither are the mechanics or checkpoints, so I kept running in circles and dying over and over.”
  • graphics50 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising their impressive quality and atmospheric design, especially for lower-end systems. While some reviews highlight outstanding visuals and smooth gameplay, others note issues like lag and loading times. Despite some criticisms, the graphics are often described as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's overall experience.

    • “When compared to games like 'Five Nights at Freddy's,' 'Case: Animatronics' stands out for its free-roaming gameplay and realistic graphics.”
    • “The game's graphics and sound design are impressive, with a moody and atmospheric score adding to the tension.”
    • “Excellent game, good story, amazing graphics, smooth gameplay.”
    • “Case Animatronics is a horrible game, impossible to control, bad graphics, and bad writing.”
    • “Graphics quite poor, story is boring and the fail rate is just too high so the game gets very repetitive in order to move 1 small step forward.”
    • “The history is poor, the graphics are poor, the settings in the game are non-existent, the movement and how you control the game sucks big time.”
  • atmosphere33 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its dense tension and immersive sound design, creating a consistently frightening experience filled with suspense and jump scares. Players appreciate the claustrophobic setting and the unsettling presence of animatronics, although some note that technical issues and narrative depth detract from the overall experience. Despite minor frustrations, the atmosphere effectively establishes a creepy and disturbing environment that keeps players on edge.

    • “The atmosphere and sound are very good; I never truly felt safe, and the unknown was always a factor, with metallic footsteps and thumping through the vents leaving me in constant suspense.”
    • “The atmosphere is dense with tension, and the metallic echoes in the corridors make every moment a test of courage.”
    • “The game offers a tense and claustrophobic atmosphere, with jump scares and stealth elements keeping players on edge.”
    • “It starts off very quickly putting you in the deepest pits of hell and the atmosphere is incredibly terrifying.”
  • stability18 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs and glitches that significantly hinder the gameplay experience. Issues include animatronics becoming invisible, clipping through objects, and frustrating checkpoint mechanics, which detract from the overall enjoyment and immersion. While some players acknowledge minor glitches as charming, the consensus is that the game requires substantial fixes to improve stability and enhance playability.

    • “The idea of this game is great, but it is so buggy that it's not even fun to play.”
    • “The game suffers from numerous glitches that detract from the overall experience.”
    • “Constant bugs and glitches, with the animatronics occasionally turning invisible or, during the final sequence, permanently blocking doors, forcing a load from the previous checkpoint to progress.”
  • humor14 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding the atrocious voice acting and goofy plot genuinely funny, leading to memorable moments and laughter. However, some users feel that the humor has diminished due to changes in the voice acting, which they believe has become less entertaining. Overall, the game is recognized for its comedic elements, particularly in the context of horror, but opinions vary on its effectiveness.

    • “Voice acting is atrociously funny.”
    • “The story and voice acting is hilariously goofy, the robots look great, and there's so many ways to approach gameplay!”
    • “Yo this was a super fun game and the jump scares are scary as well as hilarious!”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game effectively enhances the atmosphere, creating tension and a sense of danger, though it can sometimes overpower crucial sound cues. While the soundtrack and sound effects are generally well-received, some players feel the volume is too high, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the music contributes to the game's intensity, but it lacks a compelling narrative or standout tracks.

    • “Atmospheric music keeps the game tense and is pretty good.”
    • “Sound & music: (8/10) all the sound effects were done very well from the walking sound of both the character and the animatronics.”
    • “The music does add to the atmosphere, but it is too loud and covers up the sound clues sometimes -- and the sound clues are key to this game.”
    • “The music signified the danger I was in and how exposed I was if I didn't pay attention.”
    • “It's got jump scares, tense music, and tension.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often leading to frustration during lengthy cutscenes and certain gameplay sections. While some acknowledge moments of fun amidst the grind, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a monotonous experience that detracts from enjoyment.

    • “The game's checkpoint system, while helpful, sometimes places you before lengthy cutscenes, making repeated attempts tedious.”
    • “Repetitive and tedious sections.”
    • “It's okay, it's very tedious and not very fun; it just gets boring very easily!”
  • optimization5 mentions

    The game's optimization is mixed; while some users report good performance and appealing graphics, others highlight significant optimization issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, it appears that while the game has potential, it requires further improvements to address performance concerns.

    • “Good performance.”
    • “Graphically, it is really appealing and well optimized.”
    • “Overall, the game is okay if you can handle terrible English and performance.”
    • “There are some optimization issues in various parts of the game.”
    • “Bad optimization, please fix.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game has limited replayability, as players feel there is little incentive to revisit it after completing the main objectives and collecting all items.

    • “There is little replay value once you complete the game and collect all the notes.”
    • “After finishing the game, I found no incentive to play through it again.”
    • “The lack of diverse endings makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express disappointment that many free-to-play games fail to deliver meaningful emotional experiences, contrasting them with the emotional depth found in certain free-roam games within the Five Nights at Freddy's (FNAF) franchise. This sentiment highlights a perceived lack of value in some paid games compared to their free counterparts.

  • character development1 mentions

    The character development in the game is noted for its fairly good level and character designs, suggesting a solid foundation in visual representation and personality traits, though it may not reach exceptional heights.

    • “The character development is impressive, with well-crafted backstories that add depth to each character.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
    • “The level of detail in character designs and their growth over time really enhances the overall experience.”
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