Cursed Bet

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Cursed Bet is a single player survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by LIGHTWORKER GAMES and was released on July 12, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

Cursed Bet is available at itch.io at a special price for a short time! Cursed Bet is a horror game where you play from a body camera perspective. Enter the abandoned preschool, the subject of terrible rumors, in the midnight. Struggle the cursed doll Ebeleen as you investigate the school's dark past. Will you be able to destroy him and his curse? Experience horror and suspense in the creep…

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

atmosphere5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game excels in creating a hyper-realistic atmosphere with a creepy soundtrack and effective jump scares, making exploration thrilling.
The story adds emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience for players who appreciate layered horror narratives.
Despite some confusing puzzles, the game offers an immersive experience that is enjoyable for fans of horror and exploration.

Many players found the puzzles to be confusing and buggy, leading to frustration and detracting from the overall enjoyment.
The gameplay can feel repetitive and tedious, with a focus on searching for keys that may lead to a monotonous experience.
Technical issues, such as poor controls and low-resolution graphics, have been reported, which can hinder the immersive experience.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
56%
33%
The gameplay has been criticized for being monotonous and uninspired, with many reviewers noting its repetitive mechanics and lack of engaging elements. Despite a strong atmosphere, the overall experience is marred by mind-numbing gameplay that fails to deliver excitement or variety.
- “While the atmosphere is great, the gameplay mechanics are pretty awful.”
- “What could have been an engaging experience with spine-chilling moments instead turns into a monotonous walkathon, riddled with uninspired gameplay and underwhelming design.”
- “The gameplay is mind-numbing.”
- “Unfortunately, this is majorly offset by extremely repetitive and lackluster gameplay.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
12%
25%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its spooky and immersive qualities, effectively creating tension and enhancing the horror experience. However, some players note that low-resolution textures and poor lighting detract from the overall aesthetic, while gameplay mechanics may not live up to the atmospheric strengths. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, complemented by engaging puzzles and effective jump scares.
- “A solid horror experience that nails atmosphere, puzzles, and tension.”
- “If you appreciate layered, atmospheric horror with challenging puzzles, this one is definitely worth playing.”
- “A decent and enjoyable horror game, enjoyed the atmosphere and the puzzles.”
- “Other than that, the atmosphere was spooky; dolls in horror games spook me well. Good job with the jumpscares!”
- “It has the atmosphere down pat.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is characterized by a creepy soundtrack that enhances the hyper-realistic environments, contributing to a thrilling atmosphere filled with jump scares. The use of music boxes adds a haunting element, further intensifying the emotional impact of the story. Overall, the sound design effectively complements the game's eerie exploration theme.
- “The hyper-realistic environments, creepy soundtrack, and abundant jump scares make exploring the abandoned preschool genuinely thrilling.”
- “The hyper-realistic settings, the creepy soundtrack and environmental sounds, a plethora of jump scares, and a story that makes your heart hurt.”
- “I hope you like music boxes.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The story in the game is noted for its emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience beyond typical horror narratives, while some reviews criticize the lack of character development and urgency. The combination of hyper-realistic settings and a haunting soundtrack contributes to a chilling atmosphere, though not all players find the story engaging.
- “The story adds emotional depth, giving the game more weight than your typical horror title.”
- “The hyper-realistic settings, the creepy soundtrack and environmental sounds, a plethora of jump scares, and a story that makes your heart hurt.”
- “There’s no story to immerse you, no characters to care about, and no real sense of urgency or danger.”
- “The hyper-realistic settings, the creepy soundtrack/environmental sounds, a plethora of jump scares, and a story that makes your heart hurt.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding in "Cursed Bet" to be a tedious and monotonous experience, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game and overshadowing its horror elements.
- “The grinding in this game feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging experience.”
- “It's frustrating how much time you have to spend grinding for resources instead of enjoying the story.”
- “The repetitive nature of the grinding makes it hard to stay invested in the game.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The graphics are praised for their realism, providing a bodycam-like experience that enhances the atmosphere of the game, particularly in the abandoned haunted settings. Overall, players find the visual presentation to be impressive and immersive.
- “Just finished the game and got the good ending with 100% achievements. I really enjoyed this game, featuring an abandoned haunted doll concrete building with graphics that have a very realistic bodycam feel and head bobbing.”
- “Graphically, it looks very good.”
- “The graphics have a very realistic and bodycam feel, but they often lack polish and detail.”
- “The abandoned haunted doll concrete building setting is intriguing, but the graphics don't do it justice.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is primarily characterized by its lightheartedness and fun, with players finding it more amusing than scary. Notable elements include quirky voiced phrases, particularly from an Indian character, which add a comedic touch despite some repetition. Overall, the game is enjoyable, blending puzzles with humor effectively.
- “In my opinion, it's not scary at all; it's mostly funny but still a fun and enjoyable game. I played it at least once and found nice puzzles and key-searching elements, so it's not just about running from place to place.”
- “Some individual phrases are voiced by a character with a funny accent, and a couple of these phrases are repeated several times during the game, adding to the humor.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its emotional depth, which enhances its narrative and elevates it beyond the standard horror experience.
- “The story adds emotional depth, giving the game more weight than your typical horror title.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game's stability is inconsistent, with some puzzle elements becoming confusing or buggy, especially in the later stages, leading to potential frustration.
- “Be aware that some puzzle elements can be confusing or feel buggy, particularly toward the end, which may cause a bit of frustration.”