Cynoclept: The Game

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Cynoclept: The Game is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Cynoclept and was released on January 29, 2025. It received neutral reviews from players.

In Cynoclept: The Game, you awake in a nightmarish, abandoned government bunker, with only your wits to navigate a terrifying world filled with deadly enemies and haunting jumpscares. With revolutionary AI technology, the horrors of Area 911 come to life as you search for an escape from your darkest fears. Can you survive the true horror that awaits you?

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The minimalist aesthetic creates an unparalleled atmosphere, immersing players in a unique experience.
The game features beautiful music that enhances the tension and overall gameplay.
Some players find it entertaining and appreciate the creativity behind the game, looking forward to future updates and levels.

Many players report broken achievements and technical issues, including crashes upon startup.
The gameplay is criticized for being filled with cheap puzzles, confusing objectives, and poorly designed enemies.
Overall, several reviews describe the game as a waste of time and money, comparing it unfavorably to other titles.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback; while some users find them visually painful, others appreciate the minimalist aesthetic that contributes to a unique and immersive atmosphere in the horror and survival genres.
- “This game plays through like a regular horror game, however its minimalist aesthetic creates an atmosphere unparalleled in recent years.”
- “This game plays through like a regular survival game, however its minimalist aesthetic creates an atmosphere unparalleled in recent years.”
- “The graphics are hurting my eyes clearly.”
- “This review will stay negative until achievements start working again.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some users criticize it as subpar, others praise it for enhancing the gameplay experience, particularly noting its ability to build tension and evoke fear, especially during the game's climax. One user even mentioned that the developer is focusing on a music career, suggesting a potential shift in their creative direction.
- “The story is enriched by beautiful music that accompanies the tension-building gameplay, sure to scare the pants off you!”
- “I have contacted the developer, and he said he is indeed busy making music.”
- “Mr. dev might want to start a career as a musician instead of making half-assed garbage and trying to sell it as games.”
- “The scariest part of the game was definitely the ending music.”
- “I have contacted the developer and he said he is indeed busy making music.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game has been widely criticized, with users noting that it fails to deliver both comedic and frightening elements, resulting in a lackluster experience.
- “The game is neither funny nor scary.”
- “I found the humor in the game to be completely lacking.”
- “There were moments that tried to be funny, but they fell flat.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is noted for its richness and emotional depth, complemented by beautiful music that enhances the tension and fear throughout the gameplay, despite criticisms of the mission design.
- “The story is enriched, with beautiful music to accompany the tension-building gameplay that will be sure to scare the pants off you!”
- “The mission design is poorly executed.”
- “The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and unoriginal.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a mix of simplistic puzzles and labyrinthine challenges that some players find frustrating, while others appreciate the tension-building elements enhanced by a captivating story and beautiful music, contributing to a thrilling experience.
- “The gameplay is story enriched, with beautiful music to accompany the tension-building elements that are sure to scare the pants off you!”
- “As for the gameplay, it's just cheap puzzles and labyrinths that will frustrate you.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's minimalist aesthetic sets it apart, creating a unique and unparalleled atmosphere that enhances the horror and survival elements, making it stand out in recent years.
- “This game plays through like a regular horror game; however, its minimalist aesthetic creates an atmosphere unparalleled in recent years.”
- “This game plays through like a regular survival game; however, its minimalist aesthetic creates an atmosphere unparalleled in recent years.”