Endless Suburbia

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"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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Play Modes

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

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

atmosphere6 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience with spooky scenarios that keep players engaged.
For a one-man development team, the game is well-made and showcases a creative concept that is different from typical games.
The atmosphere is effectively eerie, and the jump scares are well-executed, providing a fun and thrilling experience.

The driving mechanics are poorly implemented, with unresponsive controls and a lack of realism that detracts from the gameplay.
The game is very short, with many players finishing it in under an hour, leading to feelings of it being overpriced for the content provided.
There is a lack of variety in events and interactions, making the gameplay feel repetitive and lacking depth.

atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
11%
22%
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its immersive suburban setting and the gradual buildup of tension through various spooky events. However, some players feel that the experience could be enhanced with more subtle scares and greater variety in atmospheric changes. Overall, while the atmosphere is effective, there are suggestions for improvement to make it even more engaging.
- “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 only have been given attention to foliage and other things to set the atmosphere.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players noting issues such as wonky driving mechanics and a blurred rearview mirror that detracts from the experience. While some find it a quick and enjoyable way to pass the time, others criticize the lack of engaging mechanics and the need for significant improvements in driving controls. Overall, the game offers a unique feel but may not satisfy those seeking a polished gameplay experience.
- “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.”
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 suffer from performance issues, with players experiencing low frame rates even on high-end hardware. There is a call for more detailed attention to in-car graphics and dynamic events to enhance the overall experience.
- “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 atmospheric elements that enhance the overall experience.”
- “If the graphics could focus more on intricate details inside the car and create more fluid events, it would elevate the game to a whole new level.”
- “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
100%
Overall, users report that while most events function adequately, there are notable bugs present, and the progression of many events is perceived as 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.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for lacking clear objectives and a cohesive narrative, leaving players feeling directionless. However, it presents a surreal tale centered around a character's dream of an expansive suburban landscape in America, where bizarre events unfold.
- “A captivating story about someone dreaming of a vast suburb in America, where truly strange things unfold.”
- “The narrative weaves a rich tapestry of unexpected events in a seemingly ordinary setting.”
- “An intriguing tale that explores the surreal and bizarre elements of suburban life.”
- “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.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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 track is thoughtfully composed, adding depth and emotion to every moment.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The game offers a quick playthrough of all scenarios in under an hour, with some scenarios providing decent replayability, though overall replay value may be limited.
- “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 engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and different character interactions, I find myself coming back to explore new possibilities.”
- “In just under an hour, you can easily go through all of the scenarios, with only a few of them being worth replaying.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
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 quirky characters and their funny interactions made my day!”