Cry of Fear

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 131 reviews
  • story
  • atmosphere
  • graphics
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Cry of Fear is a free, standalone horror game that offers a single-player campaign with over 8 hours of gameplay and multiple endings. Originally a Half-Life 1 modification, it features a co-op mode and over 20 unlockables. The game is known for its psychological horror elements, cinematic experience, and immersive atmosphere, as players descend into madness in a deserted town filled with nightmarish creatures.

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 131 reviews
story7 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and terrifying atmosphere, reminiscent of classic horror titles like Silent Hill.
  • It's free to play and provides a lot of content, including single-player and multiplayer options, making it accessible to a wide audience.
  • Players have reported that the game is highly enjoyable, especially when played with friends, delivering plenty of jump scares and engaging gameplay.
  • Many players experience significant technical issues, including crashes and difficulties connecting to multiplayer games.
  • The game's combat mechanics and enemy design have been criticized for being frustrating, with enemies often being bullet sponges and scarce ammunition.
  • Some users find the game to be poorly optimized, running poorly even on low-end PCs, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • story12 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its immersive and suspenseful nature, with many players highlighting its unique structure and engaging narrative elements. While some appreciate the depth and complexity of the storyline, others find it vague and lacking context. Overall, it is considered a strong aspect of the game, particularly for fans of horror and puzzle elements.

    • “An immersive story, never-ending suspense; Cry of Fear has earned its name.”
    • “The storyline is structured perfectly.”
    • “Amazing game, very scary and a really good storyline.”
    • “Unclear, vague story with no context on the reasons for what is happening.”
    • “If you enjoy all of those with little to no story, you will love it.”
    • “People may say it is a mediocre story, but I was amazed by the fact that it was somewhat immersive for a mod made in the GoldSrc engine.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its ability to create a terrifying and immersive experience, often surpassing that of major developers. While some players note issues with gameplay mechanics and enemy placement, the overall horror elements, including creative monsters and effective jump scares, contribute to a compelling atmosphere that keeps players engaged.

    • “In theme, this is a great game and is able to give off a great atmosphere.”
    • “Great horror game; these developers built up atmosphere better than most major game developers do.”
    • “The mix of horror (jump scares), co-op, and the overall atmosphere of the game makes it great and sometimes scares you.”
    • “I mean to be fair, after seeing all the issues that were broken in this game and the 'scary atmosphere,' I think I developed a little bit of depression from the fact that I played this potato of a game.”
    • “- Terrifying atmosphere, very creative monsters, limited resources.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the low-fi aesthetic reminiscent of older titles like Half-Life, others note that the graphics are outdated and not up to modern standards. However, there are also mentions of impressive visuals that run well on lower-end systems, indicating a balance between nostalgia and performance. Overall, the graphics seem to cater to a niche audience that values style over cutting-edge technology.

    • “Old horror games, but the graphics are insanely good and playable on a low-end computer.”
    • “For me, it's perfect. I like that low graphic style, similar to Half-Life.”
    • “The game is yours, but mine had interesting graphics; 2006 is 2013 in total, good game.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game effectively enhances the atmosphere, with ambient tracks that create tension and surprise, leading to moments of genuine fright. Additionally, the soundtracks are praised for their high quality and impact.

    • “The soundtracks are fire.”
    • “It scared me so hard, I jumped at the ambient music while turning corners.”
  • humor2 mentions

    Players find the humor in the game to be effective, particularly enjoying the comedic value of spamming voices, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the gameplay.

    • “This game is hilarious!”
    • “The voice lines are absolutely comedic.”
    • “I can't stop laughing at the witty dialogue!”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game is praised for its excellent performance, which is a hallmark of the GoldSrc engine.

    • “Great performance (what else do you expect from GoldSrc).”
  • gameplay1 mentions

    The gameplay is intense and immersive, featuring heart-pounding moments and frightening monsters that create a psychologically unsettling experience for players.

    • “Heart-pounding gameplay, scary monsters at every turn, and most of all, it seriously messes with your head.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The pacing is off, leading to frustrating moments where the action drags on too long.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, with some expressing that it moved them to tears.

    • “I cried.”
    • “The story touched my heart deeply.”
    • “I felt a profound connection to the characters.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The stability of the co-op mode is reported to be quite buggy, which can detract from the overall experience, although players still find some enjoyable moments amidst the issues.

    • “The co-op mode is quite buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I encountered numerous stability issues that made gameplay frustrating.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the content.”
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