Despair: Blood Curse
- January 10, 2024
- Crimson Sequence
Get on Steam"Despair: Blood Curse" is a third-person survival horror game with non-linear gameplay and puzzles. As Anna, players investigate their mother's suspicious death, facing enemies with the axegun. Limited inventory space and a location-based damage system add to the challenge, while exploring the mansion and uncovering mysteries drive the narrative.
PC
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
Windows
PlayStation
Reviews
- Good graphics and atmosphere, reminiscent of classic survival horror games like Resident Evil.
- Decent weapon variety and straightforward combat mechanics, making it accessible for players.
- The story, while short, has potential and is engaging enough to keep players interested.
- The game is very short, lasting only about two hours, which may not justify the price for some players.
- Limited enemy variety and simplistic AI lead to repetitive combat experiences.
- Inventory management can be cumbersome, with limited space making it difficult to carry multiple weapons and items.
- story18 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-written and interesting, though many players feel it has potential that is not fully realized due to its brevity and reliance on notes for storytelling, lacking voice acting or cutscenes. While the narrative is simple yet enjoyable, there is a strong desire among players for additional content to expand on the story, particularly following its dramatic ending. Overall, the story is appreciated, but players are left wanting more depth and development.
“The story is well written and interesting.”
“The story is decent and well-written; simple but thoroughly enjoyable.”
“I'd love to see the developer add a DLC or perhaps free content add-on that expands on the dramatic ending and adds more to the story that we've discovered in all of the notes.”
“The story has potential but is very short.”
“The story is told through notes, with no voice acting or cutscenes.”
“A bunch of story items you need to progress also need to be combined from the inventory and take up space as well.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive visuals and atmospheric environments, especially for an indie title developed in Unity. The use of shadows and flames adds depth, contributing to a polished aesthetic that enhances the overall experience, despite some critiques about the game's length. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, elevating the game's storytelling and emotional impact.
“Graphics and environments are amazing, giving a nice atmosphere.”
“Though a bit too short, it's a pretty fun game with nice polished graphics and insanely well done tension and drama music that play perfectly at the right moments.”
“Graphics and aesthetics are really nice for an indie game, with a subtle but consistent and effective use of shadows and flames.”
“Graphics are pretty decent for Unity.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Gameplay experiences are mixed, with some users finding it very smooth while others describe it as stiff. Combat is considered standard, featuring melee and firearms, and while the 'gunaxe' is a highlight, there are calls for additional story and gameplay content, as well as a desire for a dodge mechanic. Overall, the gameplay is functional but could benefit from enhancements.
“Very smooth gameplay with this one.”
“Combat is very standard, with melee and firearms, but it works. I love the 'gunaxe' and while I would've appreciated a dodge mechanic, I can't complain at this price point.”
“Gameplay feels very stiff.”
“Still, I can't say that I wouldn't like to see more story and gameplay added for the price.”
“Combat is very standard, with melee and firearms, but it works. I love the 'gunaxe', and while I would've appreciated a dodge mechanic, I can't complain at this price point.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users noting that it effectively creates tension through stunning graphics and immersive environments. Overall, the combination of visual elements and gameplay contributes to a solid and engaging atmosphere.
“Plays well and the atmosphere was pretty solid, providing you with enough tension.”
“Graphics and environments are amazing, giving a nice atmosphere.”
“Plays well and the atmosphere was pretty solid, providing you with enough tension.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's music, while limited in track variety, is highly praised for its fittingness and effectiveness, enhancing the overall experience with well-executed tension and drama at key moments.
“Though a bit too short, it's a pretty fun game with nice polished graphics and insanely well done tension and drama music that play perfectly at the right moments.”
“There aren't many music tracks, but what is available fits the game well.”
“The limited number of music tracks is disappointing, even if they are fitting.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the character design, indicating a positive reception towards the visual representation of the characters. However, there is no specific feedback on the depth or progression of character development itself.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, primarily due to the excessive back-and-forth traveling required to progress. This repetitive task detracts from the overall enjoyment and pacing of the gameplay.
“The grinding involves a tedious amount of back and forth traveling.”
“The grinding requires a tedious amount of back and forth traveling.”
“The game features a tedious amount of back and forth traveling for grinding.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is primarily driven by its animations, which users find consistently hilarious and entertaining.
“The animations are just hilarious.”
“The humor in the game is top-notch and keeps me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the characters have such funny interactions; it adds so much to the experience.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Many users feel that the game offers limited replayability, making the cost per hour seem high; however, some still find the experience worthwhile despite this drawback.
“Paying $3 to $4 per hour for a game with very little replay value is kind of steep.”
