Endless Suburbia

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Endless Suburbia is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Horrid Vision LLC and was released on July 15, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Endless Suburbia" is a horror game where players drive through a series of suburbs while facing terrifying events, such as a UFO invasion, giant spiders, and a killer mime. The game features six different scenarios, each with its own haunting atmosphere and unsettling encounters. Players must maintain their composure as they face these challenges and uncover the hidden depths of the game.

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

atmosphere6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience with six distinct horror scenarios that evoke a sense of nostalgia and creepiness.
Despite its minimalist design, many players found the atmosphere engaging and appreciated the jump scares and sound design.
For the price, the game provides a fair amount of content, with multiple endings and replayability that appeals to fans of horror and liminal spaces.

The game suffers from poor optimization and performance issues, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences for some players.
Driving mechanics are criticized for being unrealistic and unresponsive, with players feeling limited in their control over the vehicle.
Many players found the game too short and lacking in depth, with some scenarios feeling repetitive and not enough events occurring during gameplay.

atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its immersive suburban setting and the gradual buildup of tension, with players appreciating the variety of eerie experiences, such as alien invasions and spooky encounters. However, some reviewers feel that the atmosphere could benefit from more subtle scares and greater variation throughout the gameplay, as well as improved graphical attention beyond just foliage. Overall, while the atmosphere is effective, there are suggestions for enhancing its impact.
- “A very simple atmospheric game where you drive around, and slowly things start to happen around you until you get murdered by a spooky thing.”
- “I really liked the atmosphere it provided; the suburb really did feel like the one several of my friends lived in growing up or the ones I'd see in movies.”
- “Drive through six different atmospheric experiences where an alien invasion, spider infestation, murderous mime, and other frightful events will happen.”
- “However, I also think there are a few things that could be done to make the atmosphere and scares more effective!”
- “Most of the graphics appear to have only been given attention to foliage and other elements to set the atmosphere.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Gameplay reviews highlight significant issues with driving mechanics and camera angles, which can feel awkward and hinder the experience. While some players find it a quick and entertaining way to pass time, others criticize the lack of engaging mechanics and the ineffective rearview mirror that complicates navigation. Overall, the game offers a unique experience but suffers from fundamental gameplay flaws.
- “This is very different but in a good way. It kind of has a backroom feel to it.”
- “It means the gameplay will have forcing events, forcing the driver's head to turn behind or to the sides, so you can see whatever is happening or about to happen.”
- “Very nice, but while the most important gameplay schemes were maybe overlooked.”
- “The driving mechanic and camera view were a bit wonky at times.”
- “The car's rear mirror, which could have a major impact on the gameplay, is absolutely useless because it is blurred and does not reflect what's behind.”
- “Apart from the horrendous driving mechanics and the fact that the car could honestly do with an overhaul, this game was worth the few quid that it cost.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a dreamlike exploration of a vast suburban landscape in America, where surreal and strange events unfold. However, players note that the narrative is often passive, with story elements triggered by exploration rather than clear objectives, leading to a sense of disconnection from a traditional storyline. Overall, the experience may feel aimless for those seeking a more structured narrative.
- “A story about someone dreaming about a vast suburb somewhere in America, where literally stranger things happen.”
- “The story elements are usually triggered by looking at something (or not looking at something) in case you feel like nothing is happening.”
- “You have no objectives and there is no story.”
- “A story about someone dreaming about a very big suburb somewhere in America, where literally stranger things happen.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are visually impressive, particularly in terms of foliage and atmospheric elements, but they fall short in detailing the interior of vehicles and dynamic events. Players with high-end hardware, like the 4090, report performance issues, achieving only 29 fps at 4K resolution, indicating that optimization may be needed for a smoother experience. Overall, while the game has potential for stunning visuals, it lacks the finer details that could elevate the overall graphical quality.
- “I set the game to the highest graphics settings, the resolution to 4K, and the visuals are stunning, even if I only got 29 fps with my 4090 and hit 70°C.”
- “The graphics are impressive, especially the attention given to foliage and environmental details that really enhance the atmosphere.”
- “If the graphics could focus more on intricate details inside the car and create more fluid events, it would elevate the experience to a truly immersive horror game.”
- “I set the game to the highest graphics settings, the resolution to 4K... and got 29 FPS with my 4090 and hit 70°C.”
- “Most of the graphics appear to only have been given attention to foliage and other things to set the atmosphere.”
- “If one day graphics could give more attention to detail inside the car, speed more or less, and more fluidic events rather than forcing me to look at things, I'd say it could render in a very good horror game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that while most events function adequately, there are notable bugs present, and the progression of many events can be excessively slow.
- “Some events were kind of buggy, but they mostly worked.”
- “However, a lot of the events take too long to progress, and some are a bit buggy.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization has been criticized for being mediocre, leading to performance issues that negatively impact the overall immersive experience.
- “However, the experience is somewhat held back by mediocre optimization, as performance issues detract from the immersion.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization problems, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization results in long loading times and inconsistent performance across different hardware.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects are praised for effectively enhancing the game's atmosphere, contributing to a tense and immersive experience.
- “The tense music and sound effects were excellent in setting the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Each musical piece is thoughtfully crafted, adding depth and emotion to the game.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game can be completed in under an hour, with several scenarios offering good replayability, making it easy to revisit for a quick experience.
- “In just under an hour, you can easily go through all of the scenarios, with several of them being highly replayable.”
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and different character interactions, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
- “In just under an hour, you can easily go through all of the scenarios, with a few of them being easily replayable.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing developer name, which adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch!”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and clever puns.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is perfectly executed.”