Deformed
- June 6, 2024
- Deformed Studios
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of horror and action, with engaging boss fights and a satisfying gameplay loop that encourages exploration and strategy.
- It features high-quality visuals and pre-rendered cutscenes that enhance the horror atmosphere, making it a visually appealing experience for players.
- Despite its short length, the game has significant replay value with multiple endings and achievements, making it a worthwhile investment for fans of the genre.
- The game can feel rough around the edges, with some players noting bugs and a lack of polish in certain areas, which may detract from the overall experience.
- The controls and upgrade system can be frustrating, with limited options for remapping keys and a feeling of constraint in character progression.
- Some players found the difficulty to be inconsistent, with bosses being perceived as too easy and the hardcore mode not providing the expected challenge.
- gameplay24 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this title is characterized by a satisfying loop and smooth mechanics, offering a blend of survival horror elements reminiscent of Dark Souls. Players appreciate the unique boss designs and challenges, which create a sense of vulnerability and fear, while the straightforward mechanics enhance the overall experience. Although the game may initially feel disorienting, mastering its core elements leads to a rewarding and engaging adventure.
“Once you know where you need to go, this game is pretty short, but the gameplay loop is pretty satisfying.”
“When you get good at the mechanics and learn how to beat your enemies, you feel powerful but also vulnerable enough to keep the sense of fear of dying in you.”
“At the beginning, you may feel lost and disoriented, but once you grasp the core mechanics, this game becomes incredibly fun and rewarding.”
“Each boss has a creepy and unique design and gameplay challenge; sometimes you'll accidentally wander into one and feel powerless against it.”
“Deformed can be best described as a survival horror that borrows a few game mechanics from Dark Souls.”
“Another rare example of a truly original horror game that has the courage to propose a fresh gameplay approach that, to my knowledge, has never been seen before.”
- story12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its intriguing atmosphere and depth, with players appreciating the environmental storytelling and the gradual revelation of the backstory through exploration. While some find the narrative short, it remains engaging and fun, enhanced by high-quality cutscenes that elevate the overall experience. The plot effectively keeps players guessing about the true antagonist, adding layers to the gameplay.
“I loved the environmental storytelling and how you can discover clues and lore by exploring and being curious.”
“Such storyline is narrated both through the gameplay itself and through amazing cutscenes, whose incredible quality genuinely astonished me!”
“Through your time in the facility, you will encounter many monsters and slowly learn the backstory behind this game.”
“And on top of that, this game also offers a surprisingly deep storyline that even succeeds in making you wonder who the true bad guy is.”
“Such a storyline is narrated both through the gameplay itself and through amazing cutscenes, whose incredible quality genuinely astonished me!”
- replayability8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, featuring two distinct endings and multiple achievements that encourage players to revisit it. While it may not be flawless, many users find it enjoyable and engaging, particularly for those who appreciate horror elements and boss battles. Overall, it is considered a fun and short experience with enough content to warrant multiple playthroughs.
“It's not a perfectly made game, but it has a lot of replay value, with two endings and multiple achievements.”
“All in all, it's fun, short, and has a bit of replay value with the two endings. I'm waiting to see what this game brings because I actually had a blast playing it.”
“This game has plenty of replayability, especially if you're looking to shoot some bosses and experience some late-night thrills.”
“It's a horror gem that has some replayability.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with reviewers noting its effective communication of horror and mystery through impressive art direction and engaging plot elements. Despite its brevity, the game delivers a rich experience filled with scares and memorable monsters, creating a captivating and immersive environment.
“Additionally, I loved the art direction and atmosphere; they communicated the horror and mystery of the game really well.”
“It is short, but packed from the very start with awesome monsters, horror aspects, and a phenomenal atmosphere.”
“Short and sweet horror game with decent scares and atmosphere.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their smoothness and solid quality, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. However, some players feel that the aesthetic choices lead to a lack of visual variety, making different elements feel somewhat uniform. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong aspect of the game.
“This game really caught me by surprise with smooth gameplay and good graphics.”
“The visuals are impressive and contribute to an engaging gaming experience.”
“That was probably the aesthetic the developer was going for, but it makes everything kind of feel like the same.”
“The game even looks solid from a graphic standpoint.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the inclusion of optional funny gags and additional lore, highlighting that these elements enhance the overall experience and add a layer of humor to the game.
“I'm personally a huge fan of optional funny gags or additional lore I can find.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some stability issues, including bugs and a lack of polish, which can detract from immersion due to its sarcastic dialogue. Despite these flaws, players still find it to be a unique and enjoyable experience.
“It's a little buggy and not super polished, which affects the overall experience.”
“The game has stability issues that detract from immersion and enjoyment.”
“There are noticeable bugs that interrupt gameplay and make it feel less refined.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the monetization aspect of the game is effectively integrated, serving as a compelling advertisement for pro-choice themes. This suggests that the game's monetization strategy not only supports its financial model but also aligns with its social messaging.
