Existentia

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"Existentia" is a post-apocalyptic adventure puzzle game set in the ruins of a post-Soviet republic. After a nuclear disaster, you are one of the few survivors, facing challenging puzzles and a dark existential atmosphere. Explore the desolate world and uncover the story of what led to its destruction.

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Play Modes

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

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

music7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a great atmosphere with pleasant background music that enhances the experience.
It's a relaxing walking simulator that allows for exploration and has a calm, peaceful environment.
The graphics are decent and contribute to the overall aesthetic of the post-apocalyptic setting.

The game suffers from poor design choices, including invisible walls and frustrating gameplay mechanics that can lead to getting stuck.
There is a lack of clear instructions and story development, making it difficult for players to engage with the narrative.
The game is very short, with some players feeling it doesn't offer enough content or value for the price.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its ability to create a relaxing and immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience despite some gameplay flaws. Reviewers highlight the quality of the ambient music and its contribution to the game's aesthetic, making it a standout feature that many players appreciate.
- “Amazing atmosphere, graphics, and ambient music.”
- “The music is nice and relaxing, which is likely the only good thing about it.”
- “Just buy it and enjoy music which you cannot find in another game.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews, with some praising the atmospheric design and ambient music, while others noted issues like lag and a lack of polish. Despite some scenarios appearing empty and the presence of bugs, many players found the graphical style appealing and fitting for the game's environment. Overall, the graphics are considered decent but could benefit from further refinement.
- “Amazing atmosphere, graphics, and ambient music.”
- “The graphics are very successful and help immensely, although some scenarios have seemed somewhat empty.”
- “Yes, there are various bugs, but they are lost among fine graphics, a plot, and music.”
- “The graphics are laggy; the story is nonexistent.”
- “The developer needs to start working on polishing his games more before creating a new one.”
- “The graphics are what you expect for the game engine you use, so no opinion there.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The gameplay is criticized for its simplicity and lack of direction, leading to a slow and frustrating experience. Players report minimal interaction, with only a single major puzzle encountered in the first hour, resulting in a feeling of emptiness and disconnection from the game's objectives. Overall, the mechanics are described as broken, contributing to a disappointing gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is simple: move forward, take some objects (few) and, at certain times, use them.”
- “Here there are no scares, shots, or races; only feelings compressed into just twenty minutes of gameplay.”
- “It sure attributed to the stylization of the game, but from a gameplay perspective, it isn't that good and gives the game a very slow feel to it.”
- “The gameplay is simple: move forward, take some objects (few), and at certain times, use them.”
- “[*] [b]frustrating gameplay[/b]: the game doesn't tell you anything at all about what to do or why you're doing it.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's story is criticized for being minimal and poorly presented, with text that disappears too quickly to read without pausing. Many players found the narrative lacking depth and engagement, with some noting that there was virtually no story to follow, making it difficult to connect with the characters or the plot.
- “In this game, it's just you and the story.”
- “Yes, there are various bugs, but they are lost among fine graphics, a plot, and music.”
- “The story is told to you by typed text in the corner of the screen that contributes to the feel of the game, but it disappears too quickly to be read, so I need to pause the game to read it.”
- “The graphics are laggy; the story is nonexistent.”
- “I found it difficult to care about anything in the story or the characters.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its immersive post-apocalyptic setting, impressive graphics, and effective ambient music. While some express disappointment with the overall execution, the atmosphere remains a standout feature that captivates and engages players.
- “Great atmosphere, I recommend this game.”
- “These scenes are good though, provided you like a post-apocalyptic atmosphere.”
- “Amazing atmosphere, graphics, and ambient music.”
- “These scenes are good, though provided you like a post-apocalyptic atmosphere.”
- “I don't know whether my fantasy is so good, or if the developers did their best, but I am frightened and impressed with this atmosphere.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as exploitative, with players feeling it prioritizes profit over quality, leading to accusations of it being a rushed cash grab.
- “At the moment, all I see is another cash grab, a rushed game just to grab a few bucks.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy basic features.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that could have been great without the constant pressure to spend.”