Evil Awaits™

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After receiving a distress call about an explosion, a detective travels to the remote Archdale Castle in search of answers but finds herself trapped. Can you find out what happened? Find Notes, Solve Puzzles, and Use Key Items to progress through haunting Atmospheric Environments in this indie Action Survival Horror. Use a range of Firearms, defensive options and Melee Strikes to take on the hor…

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game captures the Resident Evil vibe well, providing a fun experience for fans of the series.
The upgrade system is engaging, allowing players to enhance their weapons and abilities, which adds depth to the gameplay.
Despite being developed by a single person, the game features decent level design, puzzles, and a variety of weapons.

The combat system feels imbalanced, with issues such as lack of a crosshair and ineffective shooting mechanics.
Players can easily miss key items, leading to potential game locks and frustrating experiences.
The narrative is weak, relying heavily on notes for exposition, which detracts from overall engagement.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the nostalgic survival mechanics and shooting reminiscent of classic titles like Resident Evil 4. However, many criticize the stiff movement, lack of sound effects, and tedious pacing, leading to a perception that the game feels generic and not worth its $20 price tag. Overall, while it has potential for fans of old-school games, significant improvements are needed for a more engaging experience.
- “I adore the old survival games and their mechanics. In this case, I have to say I was really captivated, not only when I played the demo. It's not perfect, but for people who are willing to feel the old vibes, it is a nice piece.”
- “The shooting mechanics might remind you a little of Resident Evil 4. I recommend enabling the crosshair cursor in the options.”
- “Hey dev, I tried getting into this game and the boss designs are good, the world is decent and the guns are cool, but the movement is very stiff and the game lacks sound effects. Unfortunately, I am leaving a bad review because the gameplay is kind of tedious. While I was looking to have fun fighting more bosses, the gameplay was very slow, the sprint wasn't responsive on keyboard and mouse or controller, and I can't justify a game like this at its current price of $20 with it being kind of generic.”
- “The gameplay is kind of tedious and while I was looking to have fun fighting more bosses, the gameplay was very slow.”
- “The movement is very stiff and the game lacks sound effects.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story is primarily conveyed through notes, which many players find to be a weak and unengaging method of storytelling. The narrative centers on a detective who responds to a distress call, but the reliance on exposition through written materials detracts from the overall experience.
- “A lot of exposition is told through notes, which is a really weak way to tell a story.”
- “The narration is the weakest part of the game, as most of the story is told through notes we find, and it’s not very engaging.”
- “The story follows a detective who just happens to hear a distress call while driving.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its quality, but some players feel it lacks the intensity and aggressiveness found in classic titles like Resident Evil 2 and 4, which would enhance the immersive experience. A more suspenseful environment that prompts players to pause and catch their breath could elevate the game's overall impact.
- “Has a great atmosphere.”
- “Has a great atmosphere.”
- “If the enemies and atmosphere were much more aggressive, it would make me want to pause the game or stop what I'm doing to catch my breath, like in RE2 (police station) or RE4 (encountering the regenerators in the lab). This game would be rated higher for me.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and slow, with unresponsive movement mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Despite some positive elements like boss designs and weapon variety, the lack of engaging gameplay leads to frustration, especially given the game's price point.
- “The gameplay is kinda tedious and while I was looking to have fun fighting more bosses, the gameplay was very slow.”
- “The movement is very stiff and the sprint wasn't responsive on keyboard and mouse or controller.”
- “I can't justify a game like this at its current price of $20 with it being kinda generic.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is somewhat inconsistent, featuring various bugs and glitches; however, many users find it acceptable compared to the more severe issues present in some AAA titles. Overall, while it has its rough spots, it is not considered critically unstable.
- “It is a little rough around the edges in some points; it also isn't without its bugs and glitches, but that is okay. I have seen some AAA titles in much worse states.”