Death Elevator

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Death Elevator is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by Games From The Abyss and was released on November 15, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Death Elevator" is a fast-paced skill-based game where players must reach the top floor of an elevator, fighting off waves of enemies while navigating through randomized rooms and weapons. With a score system and slow-motion triggers for added tension, the game challenges players to uncover its mysterious plot with no upgrades, skill tree, or progression system. The goal is simple: survive or die trying.

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Single-Player

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The gunplay is fun and satisfying, with a unique mechanic that allows for slow-motion dodging of bullets.
The game features stylish visuals and a minimalist art style that enhances the overall experience.
Once players get accustomed to the controls, the gameplay becomes fluid and rewarding, making it enjoyable to replay levels.

Limited resolution options can be frustrating for players with higher resolution monitors.
The AI of enemies is simplistic, leading to predictable and less challenging encounters.
The game lacks metaprogression and unlocks, which may make it feel repetitive for some players.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and charm, featuring a basic loop of spawning, fighting, and repeating, which becomes fluid and enjoyable once players find their rhythm. Despite its minimalistic design, the game offers a fun experience reminiscent of action movies, with unique mechanics that enhance the shooter elements. Overall, players appreciate the passion behind the gameplay, which, while straightforward, is engaging and entertaining.
- “The moment-to-moment gameplay is also fantastic, and there are even a few interesting hints at a story.”
- “The gameplay is simply enjoyable and makes it feel like you're in an action movie.”
- “The gameplay loop is basic - spawn, fight through levels, die, repeat.”
- “The gameplay was hard getting used to at first, but once you get a rhythm going, it feels really fluid.”
- “Because despite its simplicity in everything from graphics to gameplay, you can tell there's definitely passion in it.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is generally praised for complementing the visuals and enhancing the combat experience, with many players enjoying the soundtrack. However, there are requests for more audio customization options, such as separate volume controls for music and sound effects, allowing players to tailor their audio experience further. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a positive aspect that adds to the enjoyment of gameplay.
- “The visuals are nice and complemented with a cool soundtrack and satisfying skill-based gunplay.”
- “Perfect for blasting music while playing.”
- “The combat feels great and the music fits perfectly.”
- “It would be nice to adjust sound volume; I would like to lower the music but keep the guns/enemies at the same volume.”
- “I wish there was a separate option for music and effects, as I would rather have my own jams playing.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The graphics are praised for their appealing simplicity, effectively complementing the game's engaging soundtrack and skill-based gunplay. Reviewers note a clear passion behind the visuals, which, while straightforward, contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The visuals are nice and complemented with a cool soundtrack and satisfying skill-based gunplay.”
- “Despite its simplicity in everything from graphics to gameplay, you can tell there's definitely passion in it.”
- “A pretty simple game overall, but it's solid for what it is. Not to mention the killer7 visuals are easily a way to get me to love a game almost instantly.”
- “The graphics are quite outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style feels inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The story aspect of the game captivates players with intriguing hints and a narrative about people trapped in time, which is subtly conveyed through the stage layout. Overall, the storytelling enhances the moment-to-moment gameplay experience.
- “But what has me really intrigued is the story.”
- “People are trapped in time, and the stage layout appears to be telling a story.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character motivations are poorly developed, leaving players confused about their actions.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While players enjoy the gunplay and overall performance of the game, concerns about limited resolution options have led to some hesitation in recommending it.