Daemonical

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 154 reviews
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  • graphics
  • atmosphere
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"Daemonical is a horror action multiplayer game for 2-5 players, where any one of them can become a demonic entity. Players must work together to find missing ritual components and exorcise the demon, but trust is fragile as they don't know who has been possessed. The humans play in first-person mode and must either team up or hide and survive until daybreak."

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69%
Audience ScoreBased on 154 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game has a cool concept and can be fun to play with friends, especially during jump scare moments.
  • The developers are active and responsive to community feedback, showing dedication to improving the game.
  • The graphics and atmosphere are well done, contributing to a genuinely scary experience.
  • The game has a very low player base, making it difficult to find matches, often resulting in long wait times.
  • It feels unfinished and lacks content, with only one map and limited gameplay mechanics, leading to repetitive experiences.
  • Many players report technical issues and bugs that hinder gameplay, making it frustrating to play.
  • gameplay15 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of fun, fast-paced mechanics and unique features like revive and soul mode, but it suffers from significant issues such as clunky movement and a lack of weapon availability, which can lead to frustration. While the game is easy to learn and offers enjoyable content, players have noted that it requires further refinement and additional features to maintain long-term interest. Overall, the experience is best enjoyed with friends, but many feel it still needs substantial improvements to reach its full potential.

    • “Overall it is a great game, has unique mechanics like revive, soul mode, etc. Good graphics too, still needs a lot of things to add though (more weapons, human skills).”
    • “Fun, fast-paced gameplay.”
    • “This is the EA experience, small dev team, great concept, workable gameplay, good fun content, and like I said - best with friends.”
    • “But they need to step it up now and get animations fixed and the gameplay style a revamp.”
    • “The mechanics of walking and trying to get up the stairs are nearly impossible.”
    • “To anyone thinking about getting this game, it's only $15 yes, but you will get bored of it not even an hour into gameplay.”
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their quality and ability to create a suspenseful atmosphere, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment. Players appreciate the smooth visuals and the game's potential, although some minor bugs have been noted. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the horror experience and engaging players effectively.

    • “Amazing game with great graphics.”
    • “Great graphics and great suspense.”
    • “Good graphics and a coolly transmitted atmosphere of horror.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, effectively combining good graphics with a sense of horror that enhances the overall experience. Players find it both atmospheric and engaging, providing a balance of scares and simple fun.

    • “Atmospheric, scary, and simply fun.”
    • “Creepy atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is great, and it also provides a good scare.”
    • “The atmosphere is unsettling and eerie, but it lacks depth.”
    • “While the game tries to create a creepy atmosphere, it often feels forced and unconvincing.”
    • “The ambiance is dark and moody, yet it fails to immerse the player fully.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is often derived from unexpected moments and bugs, leading to hilarious situations that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of genuine scares with comedic elements, particularly in how the community engages with the game and its developers. Overall, the game's amusing quirks and the camaraderie among players contribute to a fun and entertaining atmosphere.

    • “Which is kind of funny because one time while my friends and I were playing, it turned to daylight, and we thought the monster had transformed back. We let our guard down, and just then he came dashing out of nowhere.”
    • “This game is fun for about an hour... it's so amazingly bad that the bugs make it hilarious.”
    • “Amazing, amazing, very amazing game and awesome community. The players are pretty awesome and so funny. I had so much fun playing the game and I really recommend it to everyone.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is considered decent, especially for a newer indie title, with some users noting it runs surprisingly well on low-end systems compared to other games that often struggle with performance. However, there are still some performance issues reported, indicating room for improvement.

    • “The rest of the game is fine. I mentioned the real issues, and I have a low-end rig. It's not the best system, but it ran this game decently well. I was actually pretty surprised, given that a lot of games nowadays tend to lag a lot on my system, whether they are online games or single-player games. As far as performance goes on newer indie games, I have to say this is one of the better optimized games out there currently, and that's saying quite a lot, actually.”
    • “The rest of the game is fine, but I have a low-end rig. It's not the best system, but it ran this game decently well. I was actually pretty surprised, given that a lot of games nowadays tend to lag on my system, whether they are online or single-player games. As far as performance goes on newer indie games, I have to say this is one of the better-optimized games out there currently, and that's saying quite a lot, actually.”
    • “The optimization is a major issue; the game frequently stutters and drops frames, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “Despite the interesting gameplay, the poor optimization ruins the experience, as I constantly face long loading times and crashes.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Reviewers express concerns about the game's replayability, noting that the lack of diverse maps or randomized elements may lead to a stale experience over time. They suggest that incorporating a progression system, such as unlocking new characters or skills, could enhance replay value significantly.

    • “The map seemed very fitting for the tone that the game gives off, but I believe that without other maps or randomly generated variances to the previous maps, such as randomized houses and housing locations, it could get a bit stale and dampen the replay value.”
    • “Any kind of progression system would be a welcome addition, be it cosmetic or more playable demons, or unlocking points to spend in different skills with your skill points.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story features a simple yet engaging plot that captures the interest of players.

    • “The plot is simple, but I cannot say that it is not interesting.”
    • “Let me tell you a story.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game exhibits a level of charm through its jankiness and glitches, typical of early access titles. Players can expect to encounter bugs, but this does not detract significantly from the overall experience, especially for fans of survival horror games.

    • “On closer examination, it packs some of the charm that makes SCP: Secret Lab fun, but it suffers from overall jankiness and glitches.”
    • “Overall, you should check Daemonical out if you like survival horror games, but be prepared to encounter some bugs and glitches since the game just launched and is still in early access.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, with many users highlighting the brilliant soundtrack that enhances the experience, particularly when playing with friends.

    • “The soundtrack is brilliant, and it's without a doubt a game to play with friends.”
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