Depths of Madness

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Depths of Madness is a single player action game. It was developed by Slap Kraken and was released on May 13, 2019. It received negative reviews from players.

An atmospheric underwater horror game, can you evade and survive?

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40%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game has a chilling atmosphere with effective horror elements that create tension.
The concept of the game is intriguing, with a storyline that has potential and is conveyed through audio logs.
It is free to play, which is a positive aspect for those looking for indie horror experiences.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including clipping through walls and soft locking upon death.
Gameplay mechanics are poorly executed, with frustrating controls and a lack of a save feature, making progress tedious.
The graphics and overall design feel outdated and unpolished, detracting from the immersive experience.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is primarily conveyed through scattered audio logs that detail the events and backstory of the station's inhabitants, which some players found intriguing and well-crafted despite the low-quality voice acting. However, many reviewers criticized the overall plot as lacking coherence and direction, leaving players confused about the game's objectives and narrative purpose. While the story has potential, it is overshadowed by gameplay issues and a disjointed experience.
- “The audio logs were terrific, obviously not the highest quality of voice acting but solid enough, and the story they told was actually really interesting.”
- “The actual design of the monster itself was more goofy than scary, but the backstory established in the (many) logs was very enjoyable.”
- “The graphics are ok and the story is cool.”
- “The plot (if you can even call it that) is barely existent as most of it is told through SD cards that can be found scattered around the map that detail the events that transpired within the station and what became of its inhabitants.”
- “There is no stamina meter, so you have to guess how long you can run away from Cthulhu from Walmart. I have no idea what the story is or why you have to put explosives on random walls, or even why this 'masterpiece' was ever created. Play it if you want to waste some time zooming through hallways without any reason or point.”
- “So yeah, the potential was definitely there with the story; it's just a shame the game around it wasn't very good.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its basic mechanics, such as finding keys and using explosives, which are marred by inconsistent controls and numerous bugs. Players find the AI uninspired and the overall experience lacking in quality, with technical issues detracting significantly from the intended unique gameplay.
- “The actual core gameplay and technical elements of 'Depths of Madness' lie somewhere between 'leaving a lot to be desired' and 'outright abysmal'.”
- “General controls and gameplay attempt to be unique but end up being buggy and glitchy, indicating a lack of quality control throughout the title.”
- “One of my complaints with the game is that the mechanics are inconsistent and extremely finicky to get to function.”
- “The game's mechanics are basic: finding keys and using explosives, with a frustratingly uninspired Cthulhu AI that relentlessly hunts you down.”
- “Now one of my complaints with the game is that the mechanics are inconsistent and extremely finicky to get to function.”
- “General controls and gameplay attempt to be unique but end up being buggy, glitchy, and assure no quality control was done throughout the entirety of the title.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game "Depth of Madness" is plagued by significant stability issues, with numerous glitches and bugs that severely impact gameplay. Users report slippery controls, the ability to pass through walls, and overall poor execution, leading to a frustrating experience. Many reviewers express disappointment in the lack of developer support since its release, deeming it unplayable despite being free.
- “Depth of Madness is a cool concept for a horror game, but it is executed horribly. Despite being made in 2019, it seems the developers have not cared at all for the game since it is such a buggy mess. The controls, like running, are so slippery that they don't work half the time. You can also glitch through walls, which is not ideal. The monster that chases you looks poorly made, as if a child created it. The only thing it got out of me was a little shiver. I do not recommend this game, despite it being free, as it seems like an early published game with too many bugs. 0/10.”
- “General controls and gameplay attempt to be unique but end up being buggy, glitchy, and assure that no quality control was done throughout the entirety of the title.”
- “'Depths of Madness' is one of many glitchy and buggy games littered on Steam, with a QA team that mostly sleeps during work hours.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as low-quality and reminiscent of outdated designs, while others found them satisfactory and engaging enough to enhance the game's atmosphere. Overall, the visual presentation appears to be a point of contention among players.
- “The graphics are pretty good; they lured me into this game. I was like, 'Oh boy, this is about to be scary!'”
- “The graphics aren't great; they feature low poly, low effort assets that look like something rejected in 1999.”
- “The visuals are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to its maze-like design, which makes repetitive tasks feel tedious and annoying.
- “The game feels like a never-ending grind, where progress is painfully slow and repetitive.”
- “Plus, with the game being like a maze, redoing what you just did becomes extremely annoying and tedious.”
- “The grinding mechanics are so tedious that they overshadow any enjoyment I might have had from the gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing run-cycle of the characters, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the overall experience.
- “The characters' run cycle is hilarious.”
- “The witty dialogue had me laughing out loud.”
- “The absurd situations in the game are pure comedic gold.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is described as exceptionally high, achieving performance levels that seem unattainable for average users.
- “Running like that is peak performance unattainable by normal humans.”
- “The game runs like a slideshow on my system, despite meeting the recommended specs.”
- “Optimization is non-existent; I experience constant frame drops and stuttering.”
- “Even on low settings, the performance is abysmal and not what I expected.”