Dawn of Fear

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Dawn of Fear is a single player survival shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by Brok3nsite and was released on June 10, 2020. It received negative reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"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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Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

story5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game successfully captures the classic survival horror atmosphere reminiscent of the original Resident Evil games.
It features interesting puzzles and a variety of monsters and weapons, enhancing the gameplay experience.
The music is well-composed and adds to the overall ambiance, reminiscent of classic horror soundtracks.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including flawed aiming mechanics and issues with saving progress.
There is a lack of voice acting, which detracts from the overall immersion and emotional impact of the game.
The game is quite short, with a playtime of around three hours, and lacks additional content after completion.

story
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The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some players criticizing its pacing and execution, comparing it unfavorably to older titles, while others praise the narrative for its depth and emotional resonance, particularly highlighting themes of friendship and effective writing. Overall, the story seems to evoke strong reactions, ranging from disappointment to admiration.
- “A coming of age story set amongst the Battle of Britain.”
- “Cooper's writing is always great, and she builds her story effectively here.”
- “The story is fantastic and I'm going to use events from it as examples in some academic work I'm doing.”
- “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 intro 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 are 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 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.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are considered decent, with some reviewers 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, especially for fans of fixed camera gameplay reminiscent of the PS1 era. Overall, the graphics are rated as good, especially when compared to other games in the genre.
- “Is it as great as The Last of Us? By no means, but the graphics are good.”
- “If you are looking for a fixed camera game like the PS1 era Resident Evil with better graphics, then this game is definitely for you!”
- “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
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The music in the game has received positive feedback, with players appreciating its atmospheric quality reminiscent of classic titles like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. Many found themselves enjoying the soundtrack even outside of gameplay, highlighting its unexpected appeal.
- “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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous glitches and bugs that contribute to a frustrating experience from the outset.
- “This game is a broken, buggy mess from the start.”
- “The game is full of glitches and bugs.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is severely lacking, with users reporting frequent crashes that prevent them from exiting the game properly. Overall, the optimization is considered to be non-existent.
- “Optimization is non-existent.”
- “The game is poorly optimized; I couldn't exit without it crashing.”
- “The lack of optimization severely impacts the overall experience.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by classic mechanics that fans will recognize, while introducing a fresh narrative to explore, offering both familiarity and new experiences.
- “Classic re gameplay.”
- “A whole new story to unravel with the same mechanics.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers consistently highlight the game's atmosphere as exceptional, noting that it significantly enhances the overall experience. The immersive environment contributes to a captivating and engaging gameplay 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.”