Dawn of Fear

About

"Dawn of Fear" is a survival horror game where you play as Alex, a young man returning to his family home after his stepmother's death. As you explore the house, you'll discover necromancy papers and be forced to confront your fears while solving puzzles to uncover the truth. The game features tense atmospheric horror and a mix of analog and digital puzzles, immersing you in a narrative where nothing is as it seems.

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Play Modes

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

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game successfully captures the atmosphere and gameplay mechanics reminiscent of classic Resident Evil titles, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.
The puzzles are interesting and engaging, adding depth to the gameplay, while the variety of monsters and weapons keeps the experience fresh.
Despite its flaws, the game offers a unique save system and a perfect difficulty level that enhances the survival horror experience.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including flawed combat mechanics, poor aiming, and issues with camera angles that can hinder gameplay.
There is a lack of voice acting and cutscenes, which detracts from the overall immersion and storytelling experience.
The game is relatively short and lacks additional content after completion, leaving players wanting more.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics of the game are considered decent, with some users noting they are an improvement over the original Resident Evil on PlayStation. While not on par with top-tier titles like The Last of Us, the visuals are still enjoyable and surpass many other games in the genre. Overall, it appeals to fans of fixed camera games from the PS1 era seeking enhanced graphics.
- “Is it The Last of Us great? By no means at all, but the graphics are good.”
- “I rate the graphics for this game, in my opinion, as slightly better than the first Resident Evil on the original PlayStation.”
- “If you are looking for a fixed camera game like PS1 era Resident Evil with better graphics, then this game is definitely for you!”
- “I've seen games with 10 times worse graphics, and people still enjoy playing them.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with players appreciating its atmospheric quality reminiscent of classic horror titles like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. Many users expressed surprise at the quality of the soundtrack, with some even enjoying it outside of gameplay.
- “There are also several stairs to nowhere in the spirit of Silent Hill, along which the character descends to the background music.”
- “I really liked this music; buying the game, I did not expect this!”
- “There are also several stairs to nowhere in the spirit of Silent Hill, along which the character descends for a long time to the background music.”
- “I even listened to it a little apart from the game; it reminded me of the soundtracks for Silent Hill and Resident Evil.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous glitches and bugs that detract from the overall experience. Players report frequent instances of getting stuck on objects and encountering various technical problems, making parts of the game frustrating and nearly unplayable.
- “This game is a broken, buggy mess from the start.”
- “The game is full of glitches and bugs.”
- “Getting stuck on objects and all kinds of other fun bugs and glitches make certain parts of the game pretty unbearable.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story has been criticized for its poor pacing and lack of clarity, with players feeling that it fails to engage compared to older titles. While some appreciate the new narrative elements, the overall execution is seen as average, with minimal cutscenes and confusing gameplay mechanics detracting from the experience.
- “Cool story.”
- “Even at the price of $15, I felt that I was ripped off. How does a game that came out in 2020 feel worse than a game that came out 26 years ago? Even Resident Evil 1 on the PS1 had a better introduction to the game. The story is badly paced; the moment you enter your old house to see what you should pick up, you spend 10 minutes looking around until you find that one room with a dead zombie and bad AI. Then you're supposed to solve a chess game with no idea of the goal other than to move pieces randomly, not even checkmating the board. It's weird as hell. Then you walk by zombies in a sex dungeon, getting random keys. It's like the game wants you to be done with it ASAP. Do not buy the game unless it's 80-90% off. I stopped playing from the shock and laughter I had.”
- “The story is average, with very few cutscenes.”
- “A whole new story to unravel with the same mechanics.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the combat mechanics as terrible and making parts of the game nearly unplayable, while others appreciate the classic gameplay style and the introduction of a new story.
- “A whole new story to unravel with the same mechanics.”
- “Classic re gameplay.”
- “The combat mechanics are absolutely terrible and make certain parts of the game nearly unplayable.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game's optimization is severely lacking, with users reporting frequent crashes that prevent them from exiting the game properly. Overall, the performance issues significantly detract from the gaming experience.
- “Optimization is zero.”
- “Poorly optimized; I couldn't exit the game without it crashing.”
- “The game runs poorly and lacks any meaningful optimization.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with users highlighting its immersive and engaging qualities that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The game's atmosphere is rich and layered, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”