Entities
- October 24, 2024
- EY-Studio
Get on Steam"Entities" is a simulation game that offers single-player, multi-player, and co-op options for up to 4 players. The game features horror and tactical shooting elements, with a unique dynamic puzzle system that changes in every match. Extraction shooter mechanics, an in-game economy, and a store for purchasing items add strategic depth to the gameplay.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of tactical horror and FPS gameplay, creating an engaging atmosphere filled with effective jump scares.
- The graphics and sound design are praised for their quality, contributing to an immersive experience that enhances the horror elements.
- The developers are responsive to feedback and actively work on updates, indicating a commitment to improving the game and adding new content.
- The game suffers from pacing issues and frustrating mechanics, particularly for new players, making it less accessible for casual gamers.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including issues with movement speed, enemy encounters, and item interactions.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited weapon options and predictable enemy behavior, which may detract from long-term enjoyment.
- story29 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is primarily driven by various missions, with recent patches adding new content that could provide around 8-10 hours of gameplay. However, players express frustration over a mechanic that forces mission failures, undermining the narrative experience. While there are elements of choice that can influence the plot, many feel the story lacks depth and potential, suggesting it could benefit from further development.
“"Entities" also offers a variety of options for the development of the plot and choices that affect the final result.”
“It combines excellent gameplay, stunning graphics, an interesting plot, and freedom of choice.”
“Also since it's all reset on a mission failure, and currently the game forces a mission failure after every match due to the deletion of your blacklight requiring you to fail a mission to get it back... it may as well not exist.”
“☐ no story”
“The game consists of various missions.”
- graphics24 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty, detail, and vibrant atmosphere, effectively immersing players in its world. However, some reviewers noted inconsistencies, particularly with the design of certain characters, suggesting that improvements in animations and certain graphical elements could enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game is well-optimized and features a captivating visual style that complements its gameplay.
“The game is well optimized, has a gloomy atmosphere and excellent graphics.”
“An interesting shooter with beautiful graphics and an interesting horror atmosphere and high-quality controls and gameplay, what else do you need for happiness?”
“Maybe improve the graphics and animation?”
“The graphics in the game are striking in beauty and detail, and the world of 'entities' really comes to life before your eyes.”
“The graphics are vibrant and captivating, immersing you in the world of entities.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it predictable and repetitive, akin to titles like "Back for Blood" or "Left for Dead," while others appreciate its exciting and diverse mechanics, enhanced by recent patches. The graphics and performance are generally praised, but the lack of variety in weapons and gadgets has led some to question the game's value. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy standard shooters with a horror atmosphere, though opinions on its scare factor vary.
“The gameplay in 'entities' is incredibly exciting and diverse.”
“It combines excellent gameplay, stunning graphics, an interesting plot, and freedom of choice.”
“An interesting shooter with beautiful graphics and an interesting horror atmosphere and high-quality controls and gameplay, what else do you need for happiness?”
“Not a bad game overall; good content, not a lot of weapons or gadgets. Overall look is average, gameplay is predictable and repetitive, which is great if you like that type of game like Back for Blood or Left for Dead, but not worth the $20, maybe $8-10 max.”
“The recent 1.1 patch improved a lot of the gameplay issues, but there is still a lot to do.”
“The gameplay was exciting.”
- atmosphere16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its impressive sound design, gloomy visuals, and immersive VHS-style presentation, which effectively enhances the horror experience. Players appreciate the high-quality graphics and atmospheric soundtrack that contribute to a captivating game world, although some feel that the co-op mode detracts from the intended solo horror atmosphere. Overall, the combination of these elements creates a compelling and engaging environment for players.
“The atmosphere and sound design are incredible, and I am so excited for all the future updates!”
“The game is well optimized, has a gloomy atmosphere, and excellent graphics.”
“I have not played much yet, but the game is quite raw. There is co-op, but such games are better made exclusively for solo play to create a proper atmosphere of horror.”
“The visual atmosphere for night missions (since that's all there is at the moment) is pretty decent.”
“The soundtrack of the game is also worthy of special mention - it supports the atmosphere and helps to immerse yourself in the game world.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits stability issues, including frequent visual glitches and bugs that can leave players stuck, leading to simultaneous crashes for multiple users. These problems seem to be more pronounced on lower-end PCs.
“There are some visual glitches, but I play on medium with a somewhat bad PC.”
“So there are visual glitches.”
“Buggy, no way of getting unstuck, then everyone crashed at the same time.”
- music6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack is praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance immersion in the game world. However, some users noted that the music abruptly cuts off when transitioning between zones, which can disrupt the experience.
“Music oddly cuts off when going from one zone to another.”
“The soundtrack of the game is also worthy of special mention - it supports the atmosphere and helps to immerse yourself in the game world.”
“The music was atmospheric and appropriate for the game.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, featuring good performance and excellent graphics that enhance its gloomy atmosphere. Overall, players appreciate the optimization, although gameplay experience may vary based on individual preferences.
“The game is well optimized, has a gloomy atmosphere and excellent graphics.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers a degree of replayability through semi-randomized elements like switches and keys, encouraging players to explore different outcomes. However, the lack of variation in monster placements detracts from this aspect, potentially limiting the overall replay value. Despite this, some players find enough incentive to replay the game to discover the changes that do occur.
“The game does semi-randomize where switches and some keys are (one of three pre-determined spots) but makes zero effort to do so with monsters, which damages the game's replayability.”
“This adds significant replay value to the game, and I have already started playing the game a second time to see what changes can happen.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players note that the game lacks traditional progression systems like levels or ranks, with the only form of grinding being the collection of cash for gear and items, which is described as a quick process.
“There are no levels, unlocks, progress, or ranks; grinding cash for gear and items is the only form of progression, and it doesn't take long at all.”
“The lack of traditional progression systems makes grinding for cash the only way to advance, which feels tedious and unfulfilling.”
“Grinding for cash to buy gear and items is the sole method of progression, and it quickly becomes repetitive and boring.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is considered fair, with a price point of $15 that users feel is reasonable and not exploitative, indicating a solid foundation for future content.
