Devil Inside Us: Roots of Evil
- October 27, 2021
- Mr.Skull Game Studio
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Reviews
- The game delivers an intense horror experience with well-executed jump scares and a compelling story that keeps players engaged.
- The atmospheric sound effects and music significantly enhance the game's eerie ambiance, contributing to the overall tension.
- Despite its short length, the game is well-paced and offers a rewarding exploration experience with secrets to discover.
- The audio levels are poorly balanced, with extremely loud sounds during intense moments that can be jarring.
- Some areas are too dark, making it difficult to see, and the flashlight is only available towards the end of the game.
- The game has a few minor issues, such as clunky controls during attacks and some grammatical errors in the subtitles.
- story26 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a compelling plot with a notable twist and an eerie atmosphere that enhances the emotional experience. While some players found the narrative somewhat predictable and the character development lacking, many appreciated the engaging details and the effective voice acting. Overall, the story is praised for its ability to captivate players, despite its brevity and occasional confusion.
“I loved the story and the scares.”
“Let's start off with the storyline... this game takes your emotions to a whole new level. I had goosebumps, and to find out it was possibly based on a true story makes it even more terrifying. I would definitely recommend the game 100%.”
“The game's quick pace and compelling story makes it so it doesn't need puzzles.”
“Story - 3/5 - the only reason for a 3 was that the game was short and the character was not that strong.”
“It's short (I'm sure I'd have less time if I didn't search everything dozens of times just in case), but it tells its story well and doesn't try to add filler to prolong the game.”
“Let's start off with the storyline... this game takes your emotions to a whole new level. I had goosebumps, and to find out it was possibly based on a true story makes it even more terrifying.”
- music12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its incredible quality and ability to create an immersive atmosphere. Reviewers highlighted the enjoyable soundtrack, impressive piano score, and effective ambient sound design, all contributing to a fun and engaging experience. Overall, the music significantly enhances the game's appeal.
“The music was absolutely incredible, the ambiance in the game was top notch.”
“The music was quite interesting, and the ambient sound built up an intense atmosphere.”
“Overall, the game looks good, the soundtrack was enjoyable and the mechanics made it a really fun experience.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and enjoyable, featuring a mix of mechanics that keep the experience fresh despite some predictable elements in the story. Players appreciate the solid execution, appealing visuals, and a captivating soundtrack, although there are minor control quirks that may confuse those accustomed to different key bindings. Overall, the combination of jumpscare moments and varied gameplay makes it a title worth trying.
“Jumpscare moments are there, but the mix of the gameplay with the context makes it a game definitely worth trying.”
“Overall, the game looks good, the soundtrack was enjoyable, and the mechanics made it a really fun experience.”
“The gameplay is solid; I didn't run into many problems. Though I will say that if you're used to playing games where crouch is Ctrl, you're going to end up accidentally using a first-aid kit.”
“It's one of those games where no single action mechanic could carry the game the whole way, but it changes things up so often that it doesn't matter.”
“The gameplay is solid; I didn't run into many problems. However, I will say that if you're used to playing games where crouch is mapped to Ctrl, you're going to end up accidentally using a first-aid kit.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its exceptional sound effects and music, which contribute to an intense and immersive experience. Players appreciate how the slower pace enhances the overall ambiance, making the environment feel more engaging and atmospheric.
“I usually do not enjoy moving slowly in games, but I think it really added to the atmosphere.”
“Amazing atmospheric sound effects and music.”
“The music was quite interesting, and the ambient sound built up an intense atmosphere.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are rated 3/5, with users noting that while it may not be visually impressive, it effectively serves its purpose. Additionally, some players experienced performance issues, requiring them to lower the graphics settings significantly to maintain gameplay while recording.
“Plus, I had to play on the lowest graphics with a resolution of 1600 because it takes all GPU power when also recording.”
“Graphics - 3/5 - not the best looking game in the world, but it didn't need to be for what it was trying to achieve.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, particularly highlighting that the side game in the extras adds a funny element to the overall experience.
“The side game in the extras is pretty funny too.”
