Dead Blue Rose
- June 17, 2024
- ColdBones
Get on SteamIn this multiplayer horror game, players awaken in the confines of a chilling laboratory with no recollection of how they arrived there. Each player finds themselves alone in a cell, their senses heightened by an unsettling feeling that something is deeply wrong. As they gaze into the mirror, they're confronted with a disturbing sight: their skin has undergone a grotesque transformation, and a hau…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features an original art style that stands out and is visually appealing.
- The unpredictable nature of the monsters adds a level of difficulty that some players find engaging.
- The concept of the game shows potential, and making it free is a commendable decision.
- The gameplay is severely lacking, feeling more like an unfinished test build than a polished product.
- Many players experience technical issues, such as freezing on the introduction screen and glitches that disrupt gameplay.
- The game is criticized for its poor lighting and lack of logical quests, making it frustrating and unenjoyable.
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their unique and original art style, with particular appreciation for the design of the monsters, which are described as both impressive and unsettling. Overall, the art style contributes positively to the game's visual appeal.
“I love the original art style, and the monsters are pretty freaky.”
“Very good art style.”
“I liked the art style.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, likening it to a waste of time in an unfinished experience. Some even express concerns about the game's integrity, suggesting it may be more about exploiting players than providing enjoyable gameplay.
“There are better ways to spend your time than getting frustrated in this tedious, unfinished maze of mediocrity.”
“I wouldn't be surprised if this game is farming cryptocurrency or putting a virus on your computer.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being underdeveloped and feeling more like a test build than a polished product, indicating that significant improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience.
“The concept is there, but the gameplay is severely lacking and needs a ton of work because right now it feels like you're playing someone's test build of a video game they're currently working on.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for being poorly executed, lacking coherent quests, and featuring illogical monster encounters, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, inadequate lighting further hampers visibility and immersion.
“The story is poorly developed, leaving players confused and unengaged.”
“There are no meaningful quests, making the narrative feel empty and directionless.”
“The plot lacks coherence, and the characters are forgettable and uninspired.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is criticized for being overly repetitive and annoying, with some users finding it more irritating than frightening, likening it to a cheap jumpscare that loses its impact quickly.
“The cheap jumpscare noise starts off as startling but quickly becomes the soundtrack of my nightmares—annoying, repetitive, and about as scary as a toaster.”
“The music is so bland and forgettable that I often forget it's even playing.”
“The soundtrack feels like it was composed in a hurry, lacking any depth or creativity.”
