Cold Call

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Cold Call is a single player survival puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by MOONBIT and was released on December 24, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Cold Call," players take on the role of a detective working to solve a series of mysterious disappearances in a small town. Through investigative work and conversations with characters, players uncover a chilling supernatural conspiracy. The game features atmospheric pixel art and puzzle-solving mechanics, offering a unique and immersive experience.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game delivers solid jump scares and a fun horror experience in a short playtime.
The puzzles and gameplay mechanics are engaging, providing a mix of exploration and action.
It's a well-crafted game with a fair price, making it a worthwhile purchase for horror fans.

The game is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content.
There are significant bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, especially towards the end.
The story feels underdeveloped and disconnected from the gameplay, leading to confusion.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally considered mediocre, with some users noting a disconnect between the narrative and gameplay elements. While there are positive aspects such as decent voice acting and coherence, many feel the story feels forced and unnecessary.
- “All well enough crafted, and there's some decent voice acting and a coherent story working along in the background.”
- “The enemy and the story seemed like two totally different things that had nothing to do with each other.”
- “To me, it feels like the story is forced in there and is not exactly necessary.”
- “The story itself is okay.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is well-received, offering enjoyable fun despite its relatively short duration of around 45 minutes. Players appreciate the combination of engaging mechanics, appealing artwork, and reasonable pricing.
- “I really like the gameplay, artwork, and price tag.”
- “In summary: it's good fun, even for a project that only has around 45 minutes worth of gameplay.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
- “In summary: it's good fun, even for a project that only has 45 minutes worth of gameplay.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the graphics for their appealing artwork, which enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “I really like the gameplay, artwork, and price tag.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features effective jump scares; however, players report frequent glitches and significant bugs, particularly towards the end, which hinder overall playability.
- “Good jump scares, but the game constantly glitches, making it unplayable.”
- “One problem: the end of the game is really buggy for me.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
- “The grind is real, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “Grinding may take time, but it truly enhances the overall experience.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”