Cursed Ones

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Cursed Ones is a single player and multiplayer survival action adventure game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Brainrot Games and was released on October 25, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

Cursed Ones is a 1-2 player co-op horror survival game. Play as the Crane siblings as you continue your late parents' legacy to purge the world of sinister spirits. Track down the items used to summon the spirit by any means necessary. Make sure you both don't die in the process.

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Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features impressive jiggle physics that some players found entertaining.
The atmosphere and sound effects contribute to a genuinely spooky experience.
It's free to play, making it accessible for those looking for a horror game.

The game is plagued by severe lag and bugs, making it frustrating to play.
The multiplayer aspect is nearly non-existent, with very few players online.
The jumpscares are excessively loud, which can be jarring and unpleasant.

story
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The game's story has received mixed reviews; some players praise its cinematic quality and immersive atmosphere, comparing it to high-caliber films like "Interstellar," while others criticize it as mediocre and lacking clear objectives, detracting from the overall experience.
- “This might just be the best game I've ever played. The atmosphere, writing, and storytelling were pure cinema. The last time I had an experience like this was with Interstellar, and dare I say, this might be better.”
- “The story is mid, the game is broken, and you can't find the objectives of the game, leaving it with absolutely no purpose.”
- “The writing and storytelling were lacking, making it hard to stay engaged with the plot.”
- “The narrative felt disjointed and failed to deliver a compelling experience.”
gameplay
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The gameplay primarily involves a waiting mechanic where players hide from a monster while the non-host collects batteries, with the flashlight remaining charged throughout. This design leads to a repetitive experience that may lack engagement for some players.
- “The gameplay consists of waiting in a closet for the monster to hide while the non-host picks up every battery, despite the flashlight charge not decreasing.”
- “The mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the environment.”
- “There are too many repetitive tasks that make the gameplay feel tedious and unengaging.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a unique and engaging soundtrack that adds to the overall atmosphere, with some users highlighting its distinctiveness and appeal.
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality is subpar, and the sound effects often overshadow the music.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find grinding to be a tedious experience, often feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “A rather tedious affair, if I'm honest.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding to be a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have reported issues with glitches and bugs affecting stability, expressing hope that future updates will resolve these problems.
- “We're going to try again after the update addresses the glitches and bugs.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and disconnections during gameplay.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has been heavily criticized, with users labeling it as unplayable and riddled with bugs, indicating a significant lack of polish and performance issues.
- “This game is unplayable and unoptimized, filled with bugs.”
- “The optimization is so poor that it ruins the entire experience.”
- “I can't believe how badly optimized this game is; it constantly crashes.”
graphics
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The game's graphics exceed expectations, showcasing impressive visuals that some users believe may be sourced from asset stores. Overall, players appreciate the quality of the graphics, which complement the enjoyable sound effects.
- “The game graphics look better than you might expect, with a vibrant and detailed aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.”
- “Loved the sound effects, and the graphics are great!”
- “The game graphics look better than you might expect, but that's just because it looks like some or all of them are 'borrowed' from asset stores or elsewhere.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users likening it to cinematic experiences such as "Interstellar," highlighting its exceptional writing and storytelling that create an immersive and captivating environment.
- “This might just be the best game I've ever played. The atmosphere, writing, and storytelling were pure cinema. The last time I had an experience like this was with 'Interstellar', and dare I say, this might be better.”