Dread X Collection 3

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"Dread X Collection 3" is a single-player horror action game with an intriguing story and phenomenal game mechanics. Players help Leo and his alien consciousness, Prometheus, navigate through a sinister castle filled with 12 spoopy games, each created by a different indie developer. Despite good graphics, music, and humor, the game has numerous bugs, but its unique atmosphere sets it apart.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 316 reviews

story49 positive mentions

stability15 negative mentions

The collection features a wide variety of unique and creative games, showcasing the talents of different indie developers.
The hub world is charming and engaging, providing a fun narrative that ties the games together.
Several standout titles, such as 'Submission' and 'Disparity of the Dead', offer memorable experiences that resonate with players.

Some games suffer from bugs and control issues, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The overall horror element is toned down compared to previous collections, which may disappoint fans seeking traditional scares.
Certain games feel rushed or underdeveloped, lacking the polish seen in other titles.

story
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
57%
6%
The story aspect of the game collection is characterized by a mix of unique and bizarre narratives, often blending humor with horror elements. While some players appreciated the engaging and whimsical plots, others found certain stories predictable or lacking depth, with a few noting that the endings felt rushed or unsatisfying. Overall, the collection features a variety of storytelling styles, from lighthearted and silly to more serious and atmospheric, appealing to a wide range of player preferences.
- “The story is intriguing and has multiple endings.”
- “Disparity of the Dead is the crown jewel here, combining not only excellent gameplay but unique world-building, storytelling, and a satisfying arc.”
- “The story is where this one shines - I'm really impressed by the writing, voice acting, and development of the mini-plot in the hub game.”
- “The story telling got a little lazy at the end though as all endings just cut to black with the ending name instead of actually concluding anything.”
- “The story of this collection is absolute garbage.”
- “The story was pretty confusing but the ending fight was well done.”
gameplay
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
56%
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The gameplay in the 3rd Dread X Collection is characterized by a diverse mix of genres, including point-and-click, platforming, and puzzle-solving, which some players found engaging and innovative, while others criticized it for being repetitive and lacking clarity. The aesthetic appeal and unique mechanics received praise, but many reviews noted issues with controls, bugs, and a tendency for the gameplay to feel drawn out or simplistic. Overall, while the collection offers interesting concepts and visuals, the execution of gameplay mechanics varies significantly across the different titles, leading to a mixed reception.
- “The variety of gameplay (you’ve got point-n-click, shooting, 'coding' puzzle…) and very silly (but wholesome in that silliness) plot rounds up this indie mini-extravaganza.”
- “Completely up my alley, loved the soundtrack, the visuals and overall gameplay, such as the movement, were firing on all cylinders.”
- “Disparity of the dead is the crown jewel here, combining not only excellent gameplay but unique world-building, storytelling and a satisfying arc.”
- “The concept (more so thought-provoking than horror-related) is interesting, the aesthetics are there, and the gameplay is too, but endless platforming over the same locations (the game could be rather vague in what exactly you need to do) on the way to a rather anti-climactic ending became a bit drawn out and overstayed its welcome by the finale.”
- “I really enjoy the biblically accurate angel designs and some of the visuals, but the game is both difficult to figure out as well as rather boring as the gameplay loop wasn’t very interesting.”
- “The gameplay is padded with these annoying segments and the actual gameplay felt tedious and unresponsive.”
graphics
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
58%
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The graphics across the reviewed games showcase a diverse range of styles, primarily leaning on nostalgic PS1 and N64 aesthetics, which evoke a sense of charm and retro appeal. While many players appreciate the unique art styles and vibrant visuals, some critiques highlight issues with clarity and detail, leading to confusion in gameplay. Overall, the graphics are often described as impressive and engaging, contributing significantly to the atmosphere, though they can sometimes detract from the gameplay experience due to bugs or lack of direction.
- “Incredible artwork and animations, so much charm and a simple but awesome twist halfway through.”
- “The graphics nail the PS1 aesthetic pretty well, creating a nostalgic experience that resonates with fans of classic gaming.”
- “Aesthetically, it's my favorite of all the Dread X collection games, with a spooky but cute kind of vibe.”
- “Despite PS1-inspired graphics being used overwhelmingly in this collection, I felt like here it was the least fitting – half the time I couldn’t tell what I was looking at.”
- “The graphics and controls made this a slog, and repeating the same 3 actions for 6 floors really felt like it just wanted to be a time sink.”
- “This game is pretty charming, but graphically it hurts to look at.”
music
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
28%
6%
The music in the game has received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising its catchy and enjoyable nature, often describing it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. However, some users noted that the music can become repetitive over time, and a few mentioned a lack of variety in the soundtrack. Overall, the combination of engaging music and appealing visuals contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
- “Completely up my alley, loved the soundtrack, the visuals, and overall gameplay, such as the movement, were firing on all cylinders.”
- “The music is an amazing banger, and the character designs are well done.”
- “The music was enjoyable and the graphics were actually really nice to me, and I took an immediate liking as soon as I started.”
- “Sadly, the music begins to kinda drone on the longer you play (it's alright music, there's just not a lot of it), and there are no sound effects that I noticed.”
- “I liked the look of some things, and the music was alright when I was serving ice cream to people, but the actual gameplay was very bland and kind of annoying.”
- “The music was repetitive (I will admit the music at the end when fighting the boss wasn't that bad).”
humor
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in these games is widely praised for its cleverness and variety, often blending dark comedy with spooky elements. Many reviewers highlight the meta-humorous aspects and the ability to evoke laughter alongside scares, making the experience enjoyable and unique. While some games may lack depth in gameplay, their humorous writing and creative concepts consistently shine through, providing a fun and entertaining atmosphere.
- “An action/adventure horror that managed to be genuinely creepy and meta-humorous at the same time.”
- “This game is just flat out hilarious and awesome.”
- “Pokes fun at children's educational games with a horror twist; while its gameplay is really basic, the concept and style makes it absolutely worth a playthrough, loved the humor.”
atmosphere
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
29%
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The atmosphere across the reviewed games is consistently praised for its strong visual style and ability to evoke a range of emotions, from cute and whimsical to unsettling and terrifying. Many players appreciate the unique art styles and the effective use of sound and setting to enhance the overall experience, although some note that certain endings can disrupt the established vibe. Overall, the atmosphere is highlighted as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the enjoyment and immersion of the gameplay.
- “It nails its atmospheric vibes, from cute to unsettling, to downright terrifying, to edgy and awesome!”
- “The mostly monochromatic style is really well done, and its atmosphere is top-notch for what it goes for.”
- “This game has amazing atmosphere.”
- “The horror atmosphere of the hub in 2 is now replaced with a hub that feels like a mockery of the best part of 2, especially with the dumb bromance of the characters in this collection.”
- “A novel approach to horror, this collection uses horror mostly as a fun gag in many of the games, and with an unsettling atmosphere in others.”
- “The atmosphere in general is very well done (even if I would've liked a few more textures rather than primarily pretty colors) and overall I would call it a nice time; this dev can do these visuals very well.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the games is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and unresponsive controls leading to a frustrating experience. Many players encountered significant issues that rendered some games effectively unplayable, while only a few managed to provide any enjoyment amidst the chaos. Overall, the consensus is that the games are poorly tested and riddled with problems, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Of the games on offer here, only a few are fun, none are scary, and a couple are so buggy that they're effectively broken.”
- “Further still, almost all of the games are shoddily made and poorly tested with constant issues and glitches.”
- “I had to restart this game three times due to random glitches and soft locks.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and at times frustrating, with some segments feeling uninteresting and padded. However, many also note that the engaging plot and enjoyable gameplay can make the grind more bearable, even if it becomes repetitive towards the end.
- “The gameplay is padded with these annoying segments and the actual gameplay felt tedious and unresponsive.”
- “Interesting experience, but more tedious than fun.”
- “Though it did get a bit tedious at points, especially after cleaning the sixth table.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of heartwarming silliness and surrealism, evoking a range of feelings from joy to unease. Players appreciate the wholesome elements, such as the ability to interact with endearing characters, while also noting moments that provoke deeper emotional responses, reminiscent of other impactful titles.
- “It's on the weird and surrealistic side, kind of heartwarming too (you can pet your little god) with as simple-as-it-gets gameplay.”
- “Soul waste: this made me feel the exact same way disparity of the dead did.”
- “One of the splash screens in particular made me feel really uneasy.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the collection is generally seen as lacking, with some users noting performance issues that can cause the game to lag. While the graphics and overall presentation are appealing, there are calls for improvements such as a vsync function to enhance performance on lower-end systems.
- “Some games might need just a bit of extra optimization; it can also be done by implementing a VSync function for lower-end computers.”
- “The optimization of music, graphic performance, characters, the presented world, and plot significantly enhances the overall experience.”
- “This collection has some of my favorite games from all of the collections thus far, and while it is extremely strong with its games, the meta-game world is a little lacking. It looks nice and has nice puzzles, albeit easy, but it can chug a bit at times and feels a little poorly optimized.”
- “Some games might need just a bit of extra optimization; it could also be improved by adding a VSync function for lower-end computers.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game features creative and well-executed character designs, the overall character development is overshadowed by the bleakness of the world. Players appreciate the solid gameplay and engaging map design, but the depth of character growth may not be as prominent.
- “The music is an amazing banger, and the character designs are well done.”
- “Gameplay is solid, map design and character design are fun, and it accomplishes its goal excellently.”
- “The world is very bleak, but the character designs are creative.”
- “Character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “I found the characters to be one-dimensional and unrelatable.”