Confabulation Homestead
- September 2, 2023
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Get on itch.io Store"Confabulation Homestead" is a game where you investigate the disappearance of your family while keeping strange occurrences at bay on your property. Paying attention to details and taking photos of alterations are crucial to keep the lurking entities at bay. With only an hour until the police arrive, you must uncover the truth behind your family's disappearance before it's too late.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features clever puzzles and effective jump scares, creating a thrilling atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
- It successfully combines elements of Observation Duty and escape room mechanics, offering a unique gameplay experience.
- The graphics and sound design are well-executed, enhancing the overall immersion and enjoyment of the game.
- Despite having more puzzles and a larger map, the game feels less interconnected and lacks the depth of the original Confabulation.
- The final maze puzzle is seen as tedious and lacking in challenge, detracting from the overall experience.
- Some players experienced technical issues, including crashes and lag, which hindered their ability to enjoy the game.
- gameplay26 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the puzzles and mechanics, particularly the "blinds" feature, to be poorly integrated and lacking clarity. While the adaptation of "observation duty" into a 3D format is appreciated, many feel that the game does not live up to its predecessor, the original Confabulation, despite some enhancements. Overall, the graphics are praised, but the frustrating mechanics may deter players from completing the game.
“I really like how it adapted 'observation duty' gameplay into a 3D format like this.”
“Same formula as the original confabulation, with some additional gameplay mechanics.”
“All in all, still a good game but the original confabulation is way better despite the gameplay enhancements of this one.”
“There's something about the puzzles in this one that don't work, not in a mechanical sense but in an interconnected way.”
“Either the mechanic didn't need to be included or it needed a tuning pass to be threatening.”
“Graphics and the idea are overall great, but the downside that doesn't make me want to finish the game is unfortunately the 'mechanical' punishment which directly ends the game for no reason at some point.”
- story8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story in both games is generally considered weak, with some reviewers noting that while the first game offers a more complete conclusion, it still lacks depth. However, the second game improves upon this with a better overarching narrative, multiple endings, and engaging puzzles that enhance the experience, despite some players feeling they may have missed elements due to only experiencing one ending. Overall, while not masterful, the storytelling shows potential for improvement.
“For Confabulation: Homestead, the overarching story, puzzles that take thought but aren't frustrating, plus additional fear elements made it even better.”
“The story is a bit lacking, although I only got one ending, so I might miss something here.”
“And although neither game is a master storyteller, the first at least had a conclusion that felt complete (even before the update that changed it from a suicide to a dream).”
“Its puzzles and observation duty with a better frame story, multiple endings, and improved puzzles.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their quality and visual appeal, complemented by excellent audio. However, some players feel that mechanical elements detract from the overall experience, impacting their desire to continue playing.
“Great graphics, excellent audio.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting the funny ending as a standout moment. Overall, the game's clever puzzles and ideas complement its comedic elements, contributing to a positive experience.
“Cool game, I liked it a lot, nice puzzles and ideas... the best is the end... so funny :)”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its clever integration of puzzles and tasteful scares, creating an engaging experience that is enhanced by a touch of humor. Overall, it contributes to a captivating and enjoyable environment.
“Clever puzzles, tasteful scares, and great atmosphere! Always with a touch of humor.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight the game's strong replayability, indicating that it offers engaging content that encourages multiple playthroughs.
