Countless Rooms of Death

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Countless Rooms of Death is a puzzle / adventure game with a horror atmosphere. There are no weapons or real enemies; instead, we aim to bully your mind. All you, the player, have is a flashlight with which to find your way through a dark labyrinth, solving puzzles to acquire keys which will allow you to enter the next level. There are strange happenings and whispered voices to investigate, and…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

27%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

music2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique atmosphere with decent horror elements and sound design that can create tension.
Some players found joy and hope while playing, using it as a form of escapism during tough times.
As a small indie project, it shows effort in design and has a handful of interesting levels to explore.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks a clear objective, often leading to boredom as players wander through similar rooms.
Many puzzles are poorly designed, frustrating players rather than providing a satisfying challenge.
The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and outdated graphics, making it feel unfinished.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being disjointed and lacking depth, with scattered elements that fail to engage players. While there are moments that hint at a deeper narrative, the overall experience is described as uninteresting and cryptic, leaving players wanting a more compelling storyline.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Occasionally, you will come across documents or specific occurrences that advance the cryptic story.”
- “Shreds of the story scattered around are not enough to maintain interest.”
- “Occasionally, you will come across documents or specific occurrences which advance the cryptic story.”
- “No interesting storyline to accompany you through the dread either.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is considered decent for its price, offering a mix of horror elements that can be engaging for players who appreciate psychological thrills, despite lacking traditional gameplay mechanics like weapons or enemies. However, some reviewers feel it fails to fully captivate, especially when compared to more successful titles in the walking simulator and puzzle genres. Overall, while it has potential, it may not resonate with everyone.
- “Haven't played long into it, but regardless of no weapons or enemies, if you immerse yourself into the atmosphere, you can still get spooked by the psychological aspects of it.”
- “Aside from those issues, the game's atmosphere never really hooked me.”
- “The horror and atmosphere aspects of the game are decent for its price tag.”
- “Haven't played long into it, but regardless of no weapons or enemies, if you immerse yourself in the atmosphere, you can still get spooked by the psychological aspects of it.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as discomforting and tension-inducing, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere of the experience. While it may provide moments of relaxation, it primarily serves to create unease, aligning with the game's puzzling and unpredictable nature.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music and sound cues create a discomforting atmosphere that keeps you feeling tense.”
- “Instead, it is a decently made randomized puzzle game, which uses strange object placements in its rooms and discomforting music and sound cues to keep you feeling tense.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are considered mediocre, with some users finding them outdated and lacking in detail. Despite smooth gameplay, the absence of customizable settings and a windowed mode detracts from the overall experience, making it difficult for players to engage with the game.
- “Okay 3D graphics and smooth gameplay don't save the game from its limitations.”
- “No settings, windowed mode. I did not like the graphics; they seemed old. I could not get into the mood of the game, and the pointless walks without any information to guide me were frustrating.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features decent 3D graphics and smooth mechanics; however, it is ultimately hindered by various limitations that detract from the overall experience.