Death On Holly Ridge

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Death On Holly Ridge is a single player simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by MixoNat and was released on December 11, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Death on Holly Ridge is a first-person horror experience set on Christmas Eve, where a delivery driver becomes trapped in a twisted house filled with death and supernatural terror. Players must navigate a reality-bending nightmare, uncover dark secrets, and survive against an otherworldly presence. The game offers a chilling atmosphere with multiple endings and intense slasher elements.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

story11 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features well-designed puzzles and an engaging story that keeps players invested.
It delivers a good mix of jump scares and atmosphere, making it a memorable Christmas horror experience.
The voice acting is commendable, with real actors contributing to the game's immersive storytelling.

Some players found the game too dark, making it difficult to see and navigate at times.
There are reports of bugs and glitches that can detract from the overall experience.
A few players felt that the pacing was off, leading to moments where the game felt slow or unengaging.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
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The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and well-crafted narrative, featuring a mix of mystery, emotional depth, and unique twists. While some players found the story basic or short, many appreciated its atmosphere and the balance of humor and horror. The inclusion of multiple endings and a festive theme added to the overall enjoyment, despite mixed reviews on voice acting quality.
- “Definitely had some solid and unique scares with an interesting story.”
- “The story is engaging and well thought out and there are a few nice twists in the tale.”
- “The concept was amazing, I loved the storytelling, and the endings were both so cool.”
- “This one was very short, and I didn't care about all the scares, but I found the story just as basic as relatable, somewhat emotional and understandable, and the atmosphere... it just worked.”
- “It had a creepy yet festive story, and puzzles weren't overly complicated (which some games do and it's annoying).”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its effectiveness in enhancing the horror experience, with many highlighting its creepy ambiance and strong storytelling. While some feel it doesn't fully engage throughout, the sound design and occasional jump scares contribute significantly to the overall atmosphere, making it a standout feature.
- “Otherwise the sound here is perfect in playing its own part in delivering atmosphere; a key ingredient in horror games.”
- “It can be under an hour to beat, puzzles are very easy but it's the atmosphere and storytelling that are top notch, followed by spooky jumpscares.”
- “The atmosphere was so brilliantly creepy!”
- “The atmosphere tries to carry things, but it never fully clicks into something engaging.”
- “Otherwise, the sound here is perfect in playing its own part in delivering atmosphere; a key ingredient in horror games.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that while there are some bugs and glitches present, they do not significantly detract from the overall gaming experience.
- “There are some bugs and glitches, but they didn't detract from the overall experience.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to progress.”
- “I encountered several stability issues that interrupted my gameplay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their solid performance and unique stylization, reminiscent of a neo-PS2 aesthetic. Players appreciate the good visuals and how they complement the game's puzzle design, evoking a slightly eerie atmosphere akin to Silent Hill.
- “I loved the stylization of this game with an almost neo-PS2 style of graphics.”
- “Good visuals, great puzzles, bite-sized, and I loved how it felt a little Silent Hill-y.”
- “Graphics and performance were solid.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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Overall, the game's graphics and performance are well-optimized, providing a solid experience. However, the voice acting quality varies significantly, with some performances feeling artificial while others effectively enhance the emotional depth of the story.
- “Graphics and performance were solid.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is noted for its relatability and basic yet impactful storytelling, which resonates with players despite the short length and focus on scares. The atmosphere enhances this emotional connection, making the experience more engaging.
- “This game was very short, and I didn't care about all the scares, but I found the story to be both basic and relatable. It was somewhat emotional and understandable, and the atmosphere... it just worked.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised, receiving a perfect score of 10/10, indicating that it is both engaging and well-integrated with the game's compelling story.
- “10/10 for top story and gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its colorful lighting and a blend of hilarious moments alongside ghostly jump scares, creating a uniquely entertaining and bloody experience.
- “The lighting is super colorful and full of hilarious moments and ghostly jump scares; it's a bloody fun game.”