Curse of Anabelle

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In "Curse of Anabelle" , Emily's deceased sister, Anabelle, communicates with her through lucid dreams, leading Emily to believe Anabelle's soul is trapped in purgatory. Determined to help, Emily delves into the dark past of the Ramsey Mansion and its connection to occultism, causing her boyfriend Nathan to investigate her disappearance. This narrative-driven psychological horror game aims to uncover the truth behind Anabelle's death and the sinister history of the mansion.

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Play Modes

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

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

story16 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and well-designed environments that create an immersive atmosphere.
The lore and story behind the game are intriguing, with a rich background involving King Solomon and unique demon designs.
Cinematic cutscenes and the music are well-executed, adding to the overall experience.

The voice acting is generally poor, with robotic performances that detract from character immersion.
Gameplay becomes repetitive and tedious, with frustrating mechanics such as long loading times and a lack of meaningful interaction.
The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, poor navigation systems, and unclear objectives.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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6%
The game's story is described as rich and intriguing, with deep lore that appeals to fans of dark occult themes, but it suffers from poor presentation and design choices. Many players found the narrative convoluted and unsatisfying, particularly due to the reliance on collectible journal pages for understanding the plot, which can lead to confusion if missed. Overall, while the story has potential and interesting elements, its execution leaves much to be desired, resulting in a mixed reception.
- “The story is interesting and the lore makes you really curious about these demons and the real-world legend behind it.”
- “This game has, next to its breathtaking graphics, a convoluted but rich and mind-bending story and a vast variety of different gameplay mechanics.”
- “If you like deep lore and doing a lot of reading to uncover the backstory in a game, you should try this.”
- “Also, I generally hover up and read all of the lore in most games, but this game hits you with an absolute glut of it right out the door, so much of it poorly written, with poor spelling and grammar, that I just gave up after a few infuriating pages and never read another thing, not that it seemed to have any bearing on the plot given how sudden it ends.”
- “The story ended without really being as satisfying as I was hoping.”
- “Story is presented through cutscenes, dialogue, and reading materials but these are scattered unevenly and there are parts where there are so many things to read through at once that the game basically becomes a book.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
47%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them average or below average, particularly noting issues with glitches at higher settings. However, others praise the bright, colorful visuals and overall graphical quality, highlighting moments of beauty and good atmosphere. Overall, while there are standout moments, the graphics do not consistently impress across the board.
- “Graphically pleasing all around.”
- “Bright and colorful graphics.”
- “Beautiful graphics & atmosphere.”
- “The in-game graphics are pretty average, maybe a bit below average.”
- “Graphics don’t make a game, and COA is living proof.”
- “Mostly because it's very short, the QTE is fickle, and mechanics can be glitchy on the higher graphics settings.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
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The gameplay is characterized by a mix of repetitive mechanics and poorly executed features, such as quick-time events and boss battles, which detract from the overall experience. While the game can be completed in about four hours, preventing it from overstaying its welcome, many players find the mechanics confusing and glitchy, particularly at higher graphics settings. Despite some enjoyable elements like time travel mechanics and a well-designed map, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, earning it a mediocre rating of 6/10.
- “But got fun mechanics like real-time time travel... I say give it a whirl.”
- “This game has, next to its breathtaking graphics, a rich and mind-bending story and a vast variety of different gameplay mechanics.”
- “UI design is good with a great map mechanic that works well within gameplay.”
- “Although the gameplay gets repetitive, you can beat the game in about 4 hours, so it ends before it really starts to wear out its welcome.”
- “Mostly because it's very short, the QTE is fickle, and mechanics can be glitchy on the higher graphics settings.”
- “Many gameplay mechanics like QTEs, dialogue options, and boss battles exist but they are not presented well enough for the player to understand how to use them or what they need to do.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the soundtrack and sound design as high-quality and well-executed, others find it annoying and lacking in variety. Overall, the music is noted as a highlight for some, but it is overshadowed by criticisms of other game mechanics and elements.
- “The sound, the music, the graphics, the story board, the scene transitions, the character movement, the overall quality content of this game is very up to par with some of the big selling games.”
- “Music is also very nice.”
- “Coa is a combination of uninspiring half-cooked mechanics with rare occurrences of good visuals and a soundtrack that is accompanied by the worst boss battles I’ve encountered in a long time.”
- “It doesn't have perfect animations nor a paid-for soundtrack and has mediocre voice acting at best.”
- “Annoying music and sounds.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere in the game is consistently praised for its well-designed environments and beautiful graphics, creating an immersive experience. While some reviews note that the graphics are merely "okay," the overall ambiance remains a strong highlight.
- “The environments and atmosphere were all well designed and looked amazing.”
- “Beautiful graphics and atmosphere.”
- “Graphics are okay and the atmosphere is good.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the protagonist's comical shock at realizing he's dead, which provides a humorous contrast to his annoying demeanor throughout the experience.
- “His shock at [spoiler]realizing he's dead[/spoiler] is hilarious, and he proceeds to grate on you the whole way through.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its instability, with users reporting numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, players noted that the game feels repetitive and lacks content, leading to disappointment.
- “I expected much more from this game, but it was buggy, short, and took up a lot of space. Everything felt the same after a while.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game is generally well-received, with users consistently rating it 8 out of 10, indicating a solid performance and efficient resource management.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be occasionally tedious, often exacerbated by bugs that disrupt the experience.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users highlight that the game effectively utilizes wholesome imagery to evoke positive emotions, creating a heartwarming and uplifting experience for players.
- “The game beautifully captures the essence of human emotions, making every moment feel genuine and heartfelt.”
- “The storytelling is so powerful that it evokes a deep emotional response, leaving players reflecting on their own experiences.”
- “The characters are incredibly relatable, and their struggles resonate on a personal level, creating a profound emotional connection.”