Eldritch Survivors

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Eldritch Survivors is a single player action game. It was developed by Ghost Button and was released on April 16, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Eh, what…? Why am I suddenly so sleepy? No, this can't be…" The protagonist suddenly falls asleep and awakens in a strange place. Without thinking, she steps outside, only to meet a brutal death at the hands of monsters. However, instead of waking up from a dream, she finds herself awakening once again in the exact strange location. No matter how many times she steps outside, she co…

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Action

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Single-Player

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

stability1 negative mentions

The game features an interesting premise with a fun and engaging story that progresses throughout gameplay.
The art style and character designs are unique and appealing, effectively capturing the Lovecraftian horror vibe.
Gameplay is addictive and satisfying, with a blend of cosmic horror elements and fast-paced survival mechanics.

The game suffers from rough translations and a lack of character development, making it hard to form attachments to the characters.
Controls and mechanics are poorly designed, with issues like bad targeting and limited options for gamepad support.
The difficulty can be punishing and the gameplay repetitive, leading to a frustrating experience for players.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a blend of engaging elements and rough translations, featuring a progression that unfolds as players advance, though character development is limited, preventing deeper emotional connections. While some players appreciate the unexpected twists and fun narrative, others find the repetitive gameplay and challenging difficulty detract from the overall experience. Overall, the story adds a layer of intrigue to the survivor genre, but it may not resonate with everyone.
- “Overall, it's neat that it's a survivor's game with a story that progresses throughout play, and I really love the designs of the characters in story format; their little chibi characters are charming.”
- “The game offers a surprisingly deep story with an unexpected twist, making it more than just another action-packed survivor game.”
- “The story of this game is fun and interesting.”
- “The grind is thicker than a bad plot twist, and the limited choices make the runs repetitive and unrewarding.”
- “There’s this Hades vibe with a supposedly intricate story, but it’s all text.”
- “Overall it's neat that it's a survivor's game with a story that progresses throughout play, but the execution feels lacking.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The gameplay of Eldritch Survivor is a blend of satisfying mechanics and cosmic horror elements, offering an engaging experience reminiscent of vampire survivors-style rogue-lites. While the game features polished design and unique mechanics that enhance immersion, some players note that the repetitive nature of its gameplay can lead to monotony during longer sessions. Overall, it is well-received for its enjoyable and distinctive approach within the genre.
- “Eldritch Survivor is a vampire survivors-style rogue-lite that successfully blends cosmic horror elements with fast-paced survival gameplay.”
- “The narrative is seamlessly integrated into the gameplay, enhancing immersion.”
- “I haven't played for very long yet, but so far, it's very enjoyable survivor-like, with a lot of interesting and unique mechanics to set it apart from others in its genre.”
- “Menus, game mechanics, movement, etc. are all horrible.”
- “The game is polished, but the repetitive nature of its mechanics might make longer play sessions feel a bit monotonous.”
- “While some aspects of the gameplay loop can feel repetitive over time, the game remains well-designed and engaging.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a cutesy anime art style that some players find appealing, while others feel it undermines the darker themes of Lovecraftian horror. Despite mixed opinions on the art direction, many agree that the game successfully captures an eerie cosmic horror atmosphere. Overall, the visuals evoke strong reactions, ranging from love for the monster designs to disappointment in the stylistic choices.
- “Love the monsters, love the art style; the gameplay is satisfying as well!”
- “Rather than just borrowing Lovecraftian aesthetics, the game effectively captures the eerie cosmic horror vibe.”
- “Cutesy anime art is just odd—like the developers thought, 'let's make Lovecraft appealing to kids.' Lovecraft's work is wild (and pretty racist), but this art style feels like a betrayal to the genre.”
- “The art style looks like an emote maker... personal preference... music is so bad and repetitive...”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is praised for effectively capturing a Lovecraftian essence, immersing players in a haunting and unsettling environment that enhances the overall experience.
- “The Lovecraftian atmosphere is done right, immersing you in a world of cosmic horror.”
- “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you into its eerie and mysterious environment.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to an unsettling atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “While the game attempts a dark atmosphere, it ultimately falls short, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
- “The supposed eerie ambiance is overshadowed by repetitive sound design and bland visuals.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is currently experiencing some bugs, but users are optimistic that these issues will be resolved in the near future.
- “A bit buggy as of writing, but I think these kinks will be sorted out before long.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been criticized for being poor and overly repetitive, with some users expressing a strong dislike for it, suggesting that it detracts from the overall experience.
- “The art style looks like an emote maker... personal preference aside, the music is so bad and repetitive...”