Exit The Abyss

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Exit The Abyss is a single player puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by Veloneer Games and was released on March 8, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Exit the Abyss is a psychological horror game set in an abandoned, haunted hospital. You play as a young man who, after death, becomes trapped in an alternate version of the hospital. To return to the world of the living, he must solve mysterious tasks and endure mentally exhausting trials. This is a slow-paced, atmospheric experience focused on psychological tension, oppressive ambience, and …

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Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features impressive visuals and a strong atmosphere, making it a visually appealing experience.
It offers a unique and trippy exploration of colorfully lit void realms, reminiscent of psychological horror themes.
Despite being a short game, it provides a solid experience with some engaging sound design and effective jump scares.

The gameplay is primarily a walking simulator with minimal puzzles, which can lead to a lack of engagement and excitement.
Many players found the puzzles to be overly simplistic or easy to brute-force, detracting from the overall challenge.
The game suffers from issues such as asset reuse and a lack of narrative depth, leaving some players feeling bored or unfulfilled.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their high fidelity and unique art direction, creating an atmospheric experience that enhances the psychological horror elements. However, some reviewers note that while the visuals are impressive, they can become repetitive and do not fully compensate for shortcomings in gameplay, particularly in puzzle design. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's ambiance, but they are not enough to elevate the experience on their own.
- “This game is a short, but a very atmospheric psychological horror game with great ambience, cool looking graphics and some lite puzzle elements.”
- “Visuals were nice in both fidelity and art direction.”
- “The visuals are awe inspiring and the use of the hospital beds/body bags used in the environments was well executed.”
- “It certainly has unique visuals, but that's the entirety of the pitch.”
- “Visuals alone do little to pull the weight of atmosphere.”
- “Graphics problems annoy puzzles and make the game less scary than before.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its strong atmospheric elements, featuring impressive graphics and effective music that enhance the psychological horror experience. However, some users note that the atmosphere can shift too quickly, impacting immersion, while others feel that the visuals alone are insufficient to sustain the overall ambiance. Despite its short length, the atmosphere remains a standout aspect that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “This game is a short, but a very atmospheric psychological horror game with great ambience, cool looking graphics, and some lite puzzle elements.”
- “The atmosphere and general vibe save it though.”
- “Atmosphere/music were sick.”
- “First, the atmosphere shifts way too quickly.”
- “Visuals alone do little to pull the weight of atmosphere.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, with players noting that it starts strong but quickly fades away, leaving a desire for more narration and exposition. While the visuals are appreciated, the overall narrative experience is deemed insufficient, detracting from the gameplay.
- “Visually worth a playthrough, but the game is screaming for some narration and a solid story.”
- “Yet it's sort of a walking sim that had a story lead-up in the beginning, but that seemed to evaporate.”
- “While not all games require a story, this game would have benefited from some kind of exposition—literally anything.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is primarily focused on walking, with minimal challenges that lack difficulty, as most interactions are straightforward and simple. While some players appreciate the visually appealing scenes and effective lighting, the overall experience is brief, lasting around 30-40 minutes, and may not satisfy those seeking more engaging gameplay elements.
- “The lighting is great and the gameplay is simple enough.”
- “It's good to know that the gameplay lasts around 30-40 minutes, but it's intense.”
- “Most of the gameplay I experienced was walking, and of the 3 'challenges' I faced, only 1 required me to even do anything, and it was just walking on floor tiles based on some numbers right above my head, so it wasn't exactly difficult.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to create an immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- “The atmosphere and music were incredible.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music sets an immersive tone that draws you deeper into the game world.”