Dismantled

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Dismantled is a single player survival shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by Pluie de sang Productions and was released on October 24, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Dismantled Director's Cut is a first-person puzzle-adventure game where players manipulate time to solve challenging puzzles. As the player character, you'll explore a mysterious underwater facility, uncovering its secrets and battling against the elements. With a thought-provoking narrative and immersive gameplay, Dismantled Director's Cut offers a unique and engaging experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

atmosphere5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Genuinely scary with an amazing atmosphere, tense situations, and panic-inducing monster encounters.
Excellent sound design and a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the horror experience.
Offers a lot of content with a main campaign, a shorter intense B scenario, and replay value through multiple endings and secrets.

Unbalanced difficulty with certain enemies and bosses being overtuned, making the game frustrating at times.
Limited save opportunities with scarce ink ribbons, leading to potential loss of progress and increased frustration.
Some puzzles are poorly designed and can be cryptic, requiring external help to progress.

atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its chilling and immersive qualities, effectively creating tension and fear through its design, sound, and visuals. Players appreciate the heart and soul infused into the game, noting that it successfully evokes panic and dread, even amidst some gameplay flaws. Despite criticisms of certain mechanics, the overall ambiance is considered a standout feature, enhancing the horror experience significantly.
- “But it's a game with a lot of heart and soul despite all of its problems and is genuinely one of the scariest games I've played in a while, with incredible atmosphere, tension, and knowing even a goofy-looking enemy can rip you to shreds with ease makes exploration and combat even more panic-inducing when things hit the fan.”
- “Genuinely scary, with amazing atmosphere, tense situations, and panic-inducing monster encounters.”
- “Uninstalled the game right then and there, because this puzzle simply confirmed a feeling that I had during the whole game; that while the atmosphere is decent for a horror game, the game design itself is super amateurish, as exemplified by the dumb placement of the solution for that puzzle.”
- “From the damp, dank halls of the basement to the eerily silent forest surrounding the estate, this game's atmosphere is present through and through.”
- “It revels in the violence and insanity and I for one wholeheartedly embrace the brutal, disgusting atmosphere for what it is.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is described as a delightfully disturbing horror experience, reminiscent of classic survival horror titles like Resident Evil, with a simplistic yet effective narrative that complements its intense atmosphere and unsettling imagery. While some players found themselves distracted by challenging gameplay mechanics, the overall tone and style evoke a sense of tension and fear akin to the edgy gore of films like Saw. Despite its flaws, the story successfully immerses players in a chaotic and violent world that enhances the horror experience.
- “It is a delightfully demented and disturbing horror romp from start to finish; it's like if someone took the original FPS and story concepts of the original Resident Evil while it was in development and made that a reality using the LZDoom engine.”
- “I couldn't focus on the plot because I got stuck many times on overpowered enemies or had to watch YouTube in order to progress through the story.”
- “The story is very reminiscent of something like the edgy but shallow gore-obsessed Saw series, or any film by Eli Roth, and I mean that in the best possible way.”
- “It's unhinged and violent art style, along with the simplistic story, help a lot with this feeling.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their excellent execution, featuring moody environments and detailed sprite art that effectively convey a gory, mad science aesthetic. While the artwork is intentionally disturbing and filled with graphic violence and nudity, it enhances the horror experience for fans of the genre. However, this level of graphic content may not be suitable for all players.
- “The graphics are excellent for what they are, with moody environments and detailed sprite art that communicate well the gory b-flick mad science setting.”
- “It's unhinged and violent art style, along with the simplistic story, help a lot with this feeling.”
- “Despite the doom aesthetic, the levels have a relatively grounded feel, with desks and lamps and rooms with specific purposes sprinkled throughout to make the environments feel like they belong in a real place.”
- “The game is gory, filled with nudity and graphic violence, and it doesn't care about it either.”
- “It's an unhinged and violent art style, which, along with the simplistic story, contributes significantly to the overall feeling.”
- “Artwork is vile and disturbing, and that's a good thing!”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its excellent soundtrack, which effectively sets the tone and enhances the immersive atmosphere. Reviewers note the authentic sound design and the haunting, somber quality of the music, which complements the game's exploration elements and contributes to a creepy ambiance.
- “Excellent soundtrack, the music sets the vibe and tone perfectly.”
- “The great music, sound design, and being in first person immerse the player in the dense atmosphere the game offers.”
- “The music is similarly fitting, if sparse, and has that kind of haunted somber feel that goes well with the game's open-ended map exploration.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by intense first-person survival horror mechanics that require careful resource management, as players must make every bullet and health item count. The punishing difficulty, where players can die quickly and must use limited ink ribbons to save progress, heightens tension and encourages strategic play, making it well-suited for speed-running enthusiasts.
- “First-person survival horror gameplay; this isn't a boomer shooter, so make every bullet and health item count.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's a punishing game. You can die in a matter of seconds against some enemies, even at full health, if you are not careful enough. The only way to save is by using the limited ink ribbons in safe rooms that contain writing machines, so I found myself losing progress quite a lot of times.”
- “It also features a classic resource-based saving mechanic, which really ramps up the tension and encourages you to think about ways to optimize your run. This lends itself well to speed-running if that's your thing.”
- “Gameplay-wise, this is a punishing game. You can die in a matter of seconds against some enemies, even at full health, if you are not careful enough. The only way to save is by using the limited ink ribbons in safe rooms that contain writing machines, so I found myself losing progress quite a lot of times.”
- “First-person survival horror gameplay means this isn't a boomer shooter, so you have to make every bullet and health item count.”
- “It features a classic resource-based saving mechanic, which really ramps up the tension and encourages you to think about ways to optimize your run.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's strong replayability due to its numerous secrets and multiple endings, encouraging exploration and experimentation with each playthrough.
- “The replay value is incredible, with plenty of secrets and multiple endings to discover in each run.”
- “Each playthrough offers new surprises and challenges, making you want to dive back in for more.”
- “The game encourages exploration and experimentation, ensuring that no two runs feel the same.”
- “The replay value is lacking; once you've seen the endings, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “While there are some secrets, the overall experience feels too linear for multiple playthroughs.”
- “After a couple of runs, the game loses its charm and feels repetitive.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by dark and ironic elements, as exemplified by a friend's playful remark questioning the trustworthiness of a character known for violent behavior. This blend of absurdity and wit contributes to a comedic tone that resonates with players.
- “My friend laughed at me, saying, 'Why would you trust a guy who chops up people?'”
- “The witty dialogue had me chuckling throughout the game.”
- “The absurd situations and quirky characters kept the humor fresh and entertaining.”