Class Reunion Chat Room
- February 24, 2023
- RocRac
"THIS STORY IS A WARNING. YOU COULD BE NEXT." Amy receives an invitation to a group chat set up by some of her former classmates. Its purpose is to reconnect after all these years. But soon more and more disturbing facts about Amy's classmates are revealed, and Amy begins to fear that the people she's texting with may not be what they seem. Class Reunion Chat Room is a visual novel tha…
Reviews
- The game features a unique typing mechanic that adds immersion to the experience, allowing players to feel more engaged with the story.
- The atmosphere is effectively creepy, with a well-executed transition from normal to unsettling, making it a good choice for horror fans.
- It's a free-to-play game that offers a short but enjoyable horror experience, perfect for those looking for a quick scare.
- The game is very short, leaving players wanting more in terms of story depth and character development.
- The ending is often described as disappointing or cheesy, detracting from the overall impact of the narrative.
- The typing mechanic can be frustrating due to strict requirements for punctuation and formatting, which can interrupt the flow of the game.
- story64 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story is generally described as a short, linear horror narrative that evokes a creepy atmosphere but suffers from predictability and lackluster writing. While some players appreciate its immersive qualities and the unique chat interface, many feel it falls short in depth and originality, often comparing it to a simplistic creepypasta. Overall, it serves as a quick, spooky experience, particularly for those seeking a brief horror tale, but it may disappoint those looking for a more substantial plot.
“Under an hour for a free creepy story with a soundtrack - no reason not to get it if you want a quick, creepy, immersive read!”
“The story feeds into fears of opening malicious links, unknowingly being monitored, and feeling unsuccessful/unaccomplished.”
“While this game isn't anything too particularly outstanding, I found myself interested in the story and definitely do not regret my time playing this.”
“I'm really disappointed with the storytelling for this game; it felt like they put all their effort into the graphics and music, and nothing into the plot.”
“The writing is lackluster and predictable, and the story doesn't offer much in the way of surprises or twists.”
“This was probably the worst written story I've ever 'played'; if you could call it playing, you have no control over what your character says and no possible replay value.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique typing mechanic that requires players to accurately input messages to progress, adding both challenge and frustration due to its specific punctuation and formatting requirements. While some players appreciate the innovative approach and find it engaging, others feel it can become tedious and recommend the game primarily for those interested in its premise. Overall, the gameplay is simple yet serves its purpose, with a blend of enjoyment and potential drawbacks.
“The gameplay of Class Reunion Chat Room is very simple - the player types out messages to advance through the story.”
“There is a typing mechanic in place that requires the player to accurately type out each message, but there is also a button that will automatically write the message for the player.”
“That being said, I did like the typing mechanic and how the game handled it.”
“While the game has a unique gameplay mechanic, its short story and lackluster writing left me feeling disappointed.”
“Additionally, the typing mechanic can be frustrating at times, as the game requires very specific punctuation and formatting in order to progress.”
“While the gameplay mechanic of typing out messages is unique and adds a layer of challenge to the game, it can also be frustrating at times.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, transitioning from calm and relaxing to eerie and distorted as the story darkens, effectively building tension and foreshadowing impending doom. While some reviewers felt the storytelling was lacking, they consistently noted that the sound design and ambient music significantly contributed to the overall immersive experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, adding depth to the game's creepy narrative.
“The darker the story gets, the more distorted the background music becomes until the once calm & relaxing music is curiously eerie, foreshadowing the impending doom ahead.”
“The music definitely added to the atmosphere as things went a little wonky in the story.”
“Great ambience and music with the transition from normal to creepy being done well.”
“Just accepts it at face value that her music has changed and the computer is suddenly making noises without tabs open.”
“I'm really disappointed with the storytelling for this game; it felt like they put all their effort into the graphics and music, and nothing into the plot.”
“The darker the story gets, the more distorted the background music becomes until the once calm and relaxing music is curiously eerie, foreshadowing the impending doom ahead.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and creepy qualities, particularly when experienced in a dark setting with headphones. While many players appreciate the slow-burn tension and the developers' efforts in crafting an engaging environment, some feel that certain narrative elements, like the introduction of ghosts, detract from the overall experience. Additionally, technical issues with typing mechanics can disrupt the immersion.
“The game is wonderfully immersive and atmospheric, especially when played late at night in the dark with headphones on.”
“The music definitely added to the atmosphere as things went a little wonky in the story.”
“I liked the work that the devs did creating a good atmosphere and I especially enjoyed the fact that you typed the messages into the chat yourself.”
“It's a fine game, a little short, but with a creepy atmosphere.”
“The middle is actually pretty terrifying, but the atmosphere was ruined for me when the whole ghost thing was introduced.”
“Some issues with the typing portions though, kept trying to get the bar to select but at times I had to sit and fiddle with it for a minute, which broke me from the atmosphere and just did the auto reply.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simple yet effective, with well-drawn character portraits and an authentic chat interface. While the visuals and sound design are solid, they do not stand out as exceptional features. The late-night lofi aesthetic in the trailer received positive remarks, indicating a pleasing visual style.
“The game's graphics are simple and effective - the chat interface is authentic and easy to navigate, and the character portraits are well-drawn.”
“I had just come home from school and I really liked the late night lofi aesthetic of the trailer.”
“While the graphics and sound design are solid, they aren't particularly standout features of the game.”
“While the game's graphics and sound design are effective, they aren't particularly standout features of the game.”
“I'm really disappointed with the storytelling for this game; it felt like they put all their effort into the graphics and music, and nothing into the plot.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game "Class Reunion Chat Room" suffers from a significant lack of replayability, as players find little incentive to revisit it after completion. The linear narrative and absence of player choice contribute to a disappointing experience, leading to the conclusion that it offers minimal value for repeated play.
“Unfortunately, there isn't much in the way of replayability in the class reunion chat room.”
“The lack of replayability means that there isn't much incentive to return to the game once it's been completed.”
“This was probably the worst written story I've ever 'played.' If you could call it playing, you have no control over what your character says, resulting in no possible replay value.”
- humor2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the immersive sound effects and lighthearted chat messages that contribute to a relaxing experience. However, it seems that the enjoyment of the humor can be diminished if players adopt a dismissive attitude or try to perform for an audience rather than engaging with the game.
“When I got the game, I found it nice and relaxing; the chat messages seemed nice and somewhat funny.”
“When the heat gets turned up, it works well and the sound effects do a good job of immersing you, as long as you allow yourself to be immersed and aren't busy trying to be an unfunny streamer or pretend you're above the game.”
“The humor feels forced and often falls flat, making it hard to connect with the characters or the story.”
“I expected a lot more laughs, but the jokes are stale and the comedic timing is off, leaving me cringing instead of chuckling.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's brief duration limits opportunities for meaningful character development and exploration of its themes, leaving players wanting more depth in this aspect.
“The game's short length means that there isn't much time for character development or exploration of the game's themes.”
“I felt like the characters were one-dimensional and lacked any real growth throughout the story.”
“The character arcs were predictable and didn't offer any meaningful progression or depth.”