Dead Mountaineer's Hotel

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In "Dead Mountaineer's Hotel," players investigate a crime in a snowy, isolated retreat with detailed pre-rendered backgrounds. The game features a non-linear plot, over 120 locations, and 15 3D character models. Players must unravel the hotel's mysteries, make choices, and examine their own beliefs about right and wrong.

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Play Modes

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

30%

Audience ScoreBased on 146 reviews

music10 positive mentions

story18 negative mentions

The graphics are beautiful and create a strong atmosphere, reminiscent of classic adventure games.
The game features a variety of quirky characters, adding some interest to the narrative.
Some players found enjoyment in the puzzle-solving aspects and the overall weirdness of the game.

The voice acting is widely criticized as being among the worst ever heard in a game, detracting from immersion.
Many players experienced technical issues, including game-breaking bugs and a lack of a functional cursor.
The story is considered disjointed and anticlimactic, with an abrupt ending that leaves many plot points unresolved.

story
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
67%
21%
The story of the game has received mixed to negative feedback, with many players finding it disjointed, underdeveloped, and lacking in depth. While some appreciated the initial suspense and atmosphere, they were ultimately disappointed by the abrupt ending and poor execution, which left many feeling confused and unsatisfied. Overall, the narrative struggles with pacing and coherence, leading to a lackluster experience for those seeking a compelling story.
- “The game isn't all that bad; the story is quite interesting. If you're into solving crime and finding clues, this might just interest you.”
- “The story builds up quite a bit of suspense and intrigue that strings the player along and leaves them wanting more.”
- “The story is a real slow boiler, which is a good thing as it sets the scene beautifully and allows us to get to know the characters.”
- “The game builds up a story in suspense for a while, then it just ends abruptly with an awful ending that doesn't explain what happened in the game.”
- “The execution of the story and moment-to-moment gameplay are the key problems with this game.”
- “Storyline ended up being really crappy, and I am left like '???' now that it's over.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
29%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating a few lovely tracks while criticizing the frequent and jarring inclusion of inappropriate rock tunes that disrupt the emotional tone of scenes. Many noted that the soundtrack can feel repetitive and dull, with sudden music changes lacking context, leading to a disjointed experience. Overall, while there are moments of good music, they are often overshadowed by poorly timed and unsuitable tracks.
- “The incredible artwork is supplemented by great music that eventually gets repetitive over time because there are only a few measures.”
- “The music is lovely for the most part, though a couple of horrendous rock pieces come in at odd moments and not just when entering the room of a particular character.”
- “Nice music”
- “The voice acting is atrocious and the music is completely at odds with what's happening on-screen (for instance you may be at a point where you're 'supposed to be' feeling sad, but then some rock tune will start blasting out thus breaking the illusion).”
- “Yes, you will sometimes have music suddenly kick in with no explanation, reason, or context.”
- “Game-breaking bugs, awful music in constant loop, and the most boring dialogue I have ever had the displeasure of witnessing.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
19%
12%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their impressive artwork and atmospheric quality, particularly considering its 2007 release. While some users find the visuals to be dated, they appreciate the nostalgic, old-school style reminiscent of titles like Syberia. Overall, the graphics leave a positive impression, though opinions vary on their quality and impact on the overall experience.
- “The graphics are amazing and leave an impression.”
- “The artwork is fabulous and it helps the game exude atmosphere.”
- “Nice, old-school graphics, reminded me a bit of Syberia.”
- “The game was made in 2007, so the graphics by now are pretty dated.”
- “Breakdown - graphics: 2/5, sound: 3/5, fun factor: 3/5, difficulty: 3/5, controls: 4/5.”
- “The graphics were decent for how old this game looked and played.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
The gameplay is criticized for its poor execution and pacing, with players noting that the promised 15+ hours of content can be completed in under 6 hours. While the gameplay mechanics are described as acceptable, the overall experience is hindered by an unnecessarily large environment that can lead to confusion.
- “The execution of the story and moment-to-moment gameplay are the key problems with this game.”
- “It mentions '15+ hours of gameplay', but I finished it in less than 6, and I can't imagine it taking 15 hours unless you just get lost in the unnecessarily large hotel.”
- “Gameplay is okay, with a clear changing cursor.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as a mix of unintentional comedy, primarily stemming from the voice acting, which some found amusing despite its poor quality. While many players found the game hilarious and it served as a key motivator to continue playing, it also detracted from the seriousness of the story, leading to mixed feelings about its overall execution. However, not all players found humor in the game, with some noting a lack of comedic elements.
- “Voice acting was funny (and yes, bad).”
- “Hilarious game, but ultimately a poorly made one.”
- “It's kind of hilarious, and was mainly what kept me playing through the game, but it also made the story impossible to take seriously.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
The atmosphere in "Dead Mountaineer's Hotel" is praised for its intriguing story and stunning artwork, which contribute to a unique and immersive experience. However, the overall ambiance is significantly undermined by poor voice acting from the initial characters, detracting from the game's otherwise captivating environment.
- “Dead Mountaineer's Hotel has a great story, often a fantastic atmosphere, and is just plain weird.”
- “The artwork is fabulous, and it helps the game exude atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is ruined at literally the first moment one of the two initial characters you see speaks, as their voice acting is some of the worst I have ever heard.”
- “The atmosphere is completely undermined by the poor voice acting, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
- “Despite the potential for a captivating atmosphere, the lackluster dialogue delivery makes it hard to stay engaged.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for deteriorating significantly towards the end, with players reporting numerous game-breaking bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay. Initial performance was satisfactory, but the latter stages are plagued by issues that render the game unplayable.
- “Started off good but went awful towards the end due to game-breaking bugs and glitches.”
- “Bugs and glitches later on in the game.”
- “Buggy... does not work.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story boring and the voice acting lacking in authenticity and depth, leading to a disconnect from the characters and their experiences.
- “The story was incredibly boring and failed to evoke any emotional response.”
- “I found the narrative to be dull and unengaging, lacking any emotional depth.”
- “The plot was so uninteresting that it left me feeling emotionally disconnected.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks replayability, making it less appealing even for fans of the adventure genre, and reviewers suggest seeking alternatives that offer more replay value.
- “Even if you like adventure games, with no replayability, you would do well to avoid this one and get something else instead.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is criticized for its esoteric puzzle solutions and the tedious search for items, which can detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the voice acting and character animations are deemed subpar, although some players find these shortcomings somewhat justified by the game's absurd plot twist.