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Devil's Hideout

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85%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
gameplay, grinding
85% User Score Based on 75 reviews

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Devil's Hideout is a single player puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by Cosmic Void and was released on September 10, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Devil's Hideout" is a horror-themed point and click adventure game with pixel art graphics. As Lauren, you're on a mission to save your younger sister from a devil cult, exploring an abandoned hospital and town while solving puzzles. The game features full English voice acting, atmospheric music and sound effects, and a harrowing narrative.

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews
story19 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful pixel art and a captivating atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
  • Voice acting is generally well done, adding depth to the characters and story.
  • The puzzles are mostly logical and engaging, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly frustrating.
  • The story feels disjointed and lacks proper introduction, making it hard to connect with the characters and plot.
  • Some puzzles rely on 'moon logic' and can be confusing, leading to moments of frustration for players.
  • The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more content and a more conclusive ending.
  • story
    63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Devil's Hideout" is described as engaging yet disjointed, with a mix of intriguing elements and familiar horror tropes. While some players appreciated the fast-paced narrative and atmospheric art, others found the plot underdeveloped and the pacing inconsistent, leading to an abrupt and unsatisfying conclusion. Overall, it offers a fun, albeit cliché, experience for fans of horror adventure games, though many felt it lacked depth and coherence.

    • “The story unfolds as you explore and is plausibly believable, the character does just jump to some conclusion out of the blue.”
    • “As you explore the city, the game pulls you into a story filled with dark secrets, conspiracies, and a subtle cosmic horror element that creeps in as you progress.”
    • “With great voice acting, very beautiful pixelated graphics and fun easter eggs, the game takes us through a thrilling plot as we uncover the schemes and manipulations of a secret evil cult.”
    • “Story-wise, you get dropped right into the middle of it; it's all a bit ridiculous and disjointed, and I can't say it showed me an interesting perspective on anything.”
    • “The story and characters feel underdeveloped and not grounded enough to relate to.”
    • “I had to check the store page to see if this was part one of the story, as I thought the story felt unfinished at the end and I was expecting another chapter to tie up loose ends which didn't materialize.”
  • atmosphere
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, enhanced by fantastic pixel art, a unique color palette, and effective sound design. While some reviewers noted a lack of cut scenes that could have enriched the experience, the overall ambiance successfully captures a spooky and unsettling vibe, making it engaging for fans of horror adventure games. Despite some criticisms regarding pacing and reliance on jump scares, the game is recognized for its captivating storytelling and atmospheric depth.

    • “Amazing atmosphere with the right amount of weirdness.”
    • “The pixel art and its special color palette gives the game a lot of atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack by Eric Matyas is equal parts unsettling and atmospheric while Lauren is traveling around the city.”
    • “The atmosphere of a run-to-seed and possibly haunted modern city is skillfully realized.”
    • “The game has an unsettling atmosphere and managed to jumpscare me a few times, despite it being a point-and-click adventure game (to be fair, I'm a jumpy person).”
    • “Even though it's rather short, the atmosphere is eerie enough to keep you entertained; I loved the experience from A to Z.”
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beautiful pixel art, consistent art style, and atmospheric design that evokes nostalgia for classic point-and-click adventures. Reviewers praised the attention to detail, vibrant colors, and the effective integration of visuals with voice acting and music, creating an engaging and immersive experience. However, some noted minor design inconsistencies, particularly with certain character animations that detracted from the overall aesthetic.

    • “The strongest part is the graphics - solid pixel art resembling the old Amiga games.”
    • “The art style and palette is consistent throughout the whole game and it fits well with the theme.”
    • “The pixel art style works with the atmosphere of this game.”
    • “I usually like your artwork, but these moving heads weren't the best design choice for a horror experience; if anything, they kind of made me laugh whenever I would see them.”
    • “- this is a small thing I noticed with your games before, you should have a better main title artwork that would match the theme of the game, and not just have a title screen with the background.”
    • “- nicely drawn characters, locations, etc.; I really enjoyed the old school feel of the game; the animations are fluid, but from a graphics point of view, I don't have anything bad to say.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric quality, effectively enhancing the overall mood and tension of the experience. The soundtrack, while noted for its appropriateness and charm, has some reviewers suggesting a desire for original compositions to elevate the game's uniqueness. Overall, the combination of music, sound effects, and voice acting contributes significantly to the game's immersive and engaging environment.

    • “The soundtrack is nice and appropriate, and the voiceovers contribute to the overall mood nicely (they are certainly not the standard of indie games).”
    • “The music and sound effects both fit very well so I don't have much to add there.”
    • “The detailed and gruesome pixel art is well matched with an excellent, moody soundtrack and some entertaining character voice work.”
    • “I assume the soundtrack is not original?”
    • “Maybe it's a scope thing, but I think you should invest in original music for any game; otherwise, it's such a huge downside if it sounds familiar.”
    • “The soundtrack by Eric Matyas is equal parts unsettling and atmospheric while Lauren is traveling around the city.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features unique mechanics like a flashlight, engaging jump scares, and well-designed puzzles that strike a balance between challenge and frustration. Players can expect classic point-and-click elements, including pixel-hunting and item interactions, alongside enjoyable mini-games and easter eggs. The intuitive controls and atmospheric design enhance the overall experience, making for a thrilling narrative journey.

    • “The gameplay is intuitive, with well-designed puzzles that are challenging but not frustrating—though you may encounter some classic pixel-hunting moments.”
    • “The mini-games and easter eggs are a nice touch, adding some fun variety to the gameplay.”
    • “With great voice acting, very beautiful pixelized graphics and fun easter eggs, the game takes us through a thrilling plot as we uncover the schemes and manipulations of a secret evil cult... as we progress, gameplay is linear with logical puzzles and a perfectly creepy atmosphere.”
    • “Gameplay is similar to their other games, first person view with minimal animations.”
    • “As we progress, gameplay is linear with logical puzzles and a perfectly creepy atmosphere.”
    • “Gameplay is fluid and intuitive, the story is a bit weird but good.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its clever and quirky humor, effectively blending it with an eerie atmosphere and engaging puzzles. However, some players note that the humor can feel inconsistent, as it juxtaposes absurdity with serious horror themes, and certain design choices, like the moving heads, unintentionally evoke laughter rather than fear.

    • “This point-and-click adventure delivers a captivating mix of eerie atmosphere, clever puzzles, and quirky humor.”
    • “One of the only drawbacks is that the tone can feel inconsistent, blending absurd humor with serious horror themes.”
    • “I usually like your artwork, but these moving heads weren't the best design choice for a horror experience; if anything, they kind of made me laugh whenever I would see them.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its strong emotional engagement, making it highly recommended for fans of the point-and-click genre.

    • “It was emotionally engaging all the way through, so I have to recommend this to any point-and-click fan!”
    • “The story resonated with me on a deep level, making every decision feel weighty and impactful.”
    • “I found myself tearing up during several key moments; the emotional depth of the characters is truly remarkable.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate that the logical structure of the puzzles mitigates the grind, making the experience feel engaging rather than tedious.

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Devil's Hideout is a puzzle game with horror theme.

Devil's Hideout is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Devil's Hideout was released on September 10, 2024.

Devil's Hideout was developed by Cosmic Void.

Devil's Hideout has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Devil's Hideout is a single player game.

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