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Evil Inside

Unless you absolutely need a jump scare fix, this is a game that will suitably be lost to time for being a shameless cash grab on the P.T. craze.
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53%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
gameplay, monetization
61% User Score Based on 137 reviews
Critic Score 35%Based on 4 reviews

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Evil Inside is a single player survival shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by JanduSoft and was released on March 25, 2021. It received negative reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Evil Inside is a first-person psychological horror game. After the death of his mother and the arrest of his father for it, Mark decides to contact her using the Spiritual board. But it fades away, and here is when all begins... Mark will face his greatest fears to discover the truth.

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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 137 reviews
story12 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game has a good atmosphere and effective jump scares that can create tension.
  • It's a short experience that can be completed in one sitting, making it suitable for casual play.
  • For fans of P.T. and similar horror games, it offers a nostalgic experience with some clever puzzles.
  • The game is very short, often completed in under two hours, which may not justify its price.
  • It heavily relies on predictable jump scares and lacks a compelling story or character development.
  • Many players found it to be a derivative clone of P.T., lacking originality and depth.
  • story
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has been widely criticized for being short, predictable, and lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels repetitive and fails to provide a coherent narrative. While some appreciated the jump scares, they often overshadowed the weak storyline, which was described as unoriginal and poorly executed. Overall, players recommend the game primarily for its scare factor rather than its storytelling, which many found disappointing and lacking in engagement.

    • “The atmosphere and story were great; if you play it with a decent sound system, you will definitely get involved by the story.”
    • “I found the mix between the slasher and ghost story elements really unique.”
    • “What an intriguing storyline.”
    • “The game is short, with many scenes and events repeating, and not much story progression.”
    • “The story itself sounds like it could have the basis for a decent horror game, but it falls short by pulling elements from other movies/games in an attempt to make the game scarier.”
    • “A few jump scares that didn't make any sense and a very predictable story with an ending that is not at all a shock.”
  • atmosphere
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is generally praised for its tension and immersive qualities, with many players noting feelings of being watched and a compelling story that enhances the experience. However, some critiques highlight a lack of originality due to its similarities with the PT horror game, leading to a decline in atmospheric impact as the game progresses. Overall, while the atmosphere is effective and engaging for many, it may not sustain its initial intensity throughout the gameplay.

    • “Great game and great atmosphere.”
    • “Great story and atmosphere; if you play it with a decent sound system, you will definitely get involved by the story.”
    • “I never played PT, however, I imagine this is a much cheaper version with little to no atmosphere.”
    • “Gave it a tense atmosphere.”
    • “And to be fair, it does a decent job with atmosphere.”
  • graphics
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the above-average quality and atmospheric visuals, particularly in certain areas like the cave. However, others find the graphics to be merely average, with limited interaction and gameplay. While there are notable jump scares and decent sound design, some users express frustration over the lack of options for adjusting graphics settings during gameplay.

    • “Not bad for 10 dollars... great graphics and jump scares.”
    • “Zero texture or shadow pop-ins, excellent music, excellent graphics, especially the cave part. I really can't get over how well this game is done. There are some nice jump scares, I really enjoyed this and I will play it again 100%. Well done team!”
    • “The horror visuals are good, creepy, and atmospheric.”
    • “The visuals are average, and interaction is minimal — mostly just walking around and looking at things.”
    • “Graphics are assets, models are assets, sound was okay, gameplay was very limited; it's a PT clone again, so walk around the same hallway over and over, with nothing to do, why?”
    • “To change the graphics settings, I had to quit out of the game and go back to the title menu to make changes.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has been criticized for its brevity and lack of engagement, with players feeling that the $10-$16 price point is not justified for just 30 to 60 minutes of content. While it incorporates some nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic horror games, many reviewers believe it falls short in delivering a compelling experience, suggesting that it should be priced lower to reflect its limited gameplay duration.

    • “This takes some of the mechanics from PT and also some original ideas to make a short horror experience that'll bring a little nostalgia to us Silent Hill fans that never got the game we needed from Kojima.”
    • “You're paying $16 for 30 extra minutes of boring gameplay after the demo.”
    • “I wouldn't be as harsh, but $10 for an hour of gameplay (less if you didn't get distracted by other things) just isn't the move.”
    • “For an hour of gameplay, I think this game deserves to be cheaper. I've played mobile games that have given me jumpscares.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players praised it as excellent and well-integrated with the graphics and jump scares, others felt that the repetitive "scary music" detracted from the overall creepy atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the experience, but its effectiveness may vary depending on individual preferences.

    • “The music was pretty good though.”
    • “Zero texture or shadow pop-ins, excellent music, excellent graphics, especially the cave part. I really can't get over how well this game is done. There are some nice jump scares, I really enjoyed this and I will play it again 100%. Well done team!”
    • “Music and jump scares were good.”
    • “The constant 'scary music' really takes away from the creepy ambiance that the game is trying to create.”
    • “Normally I like films that get my brain figuring them out, but all this did was fill my head with disturbing and unpleasantness, like when a really annoying song keeps repeating in your head over and over again.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users noting intrusive advertising and unnecessary buffering that detracts from the experience. Many feel it lacks value and originality, positioning it as a forgettable title primarily aimed at profit rather than quality.

    • “This game is a cash grab.”
    • “Unless you absolutely need a jump scare fix, this is a game that will suitably be lost to time for being a shameless cash grab.”
    • “Buffers are what they used to stop you from fast forwarding past the copyright notice and the advertising of other B-movie films.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers indicate that the game lacks significant replayability, with the only notable highlight being the inclusion of a character from Phasmophobia.

  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players found the grinding in "The Evil Inside" to be tedious, further compounded by questionable directorial choices, such as frequently obscuring characters' faces, which detracted from the overall experience.

    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found the grinding mechanics to be frustratingly tedious, with little reward for the time invested.”
    • “The constant need to grind for resources detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while the script adheres to basic writing principles, it falls short in delivering meaningful character development, lacking coherence and purpose in the characters' arcs.

    • “The scriptwriters clearly followed the principles of scriptwriting, but missed the crucial elements of making sense, having purpose, and developing characters.”
    • “Character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving players disconnected from the story and its characters.”
    • “The characters lack depth and growth, making it hard to invest emotionally in their journeys.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users highlight that zombie-themed games uniquely present emotional dilemmas and decision-making challenges, offering players a profound exploration of human emotions in dire situations.

    • “There's not really any other genre where people face the type of emotional dilemmas and decision-making that become apparent in a zombie flick.”
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Evil Inside is a survival shooter game with horror theme.

Evil Inside is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Evil Inside was released on March 25, 2021.

Evil Inside was developed by JanduSoft.

Evil Inside has received negative reviews from players and negative reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Evil Inside is a single player game.

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