Exposure
- July 3, 2018
- Radmir Kadyrov
Get on SteamExposure is a story-driven first-person survival horror. Find the connection between your wife's death and the mysteries of the past, but be careful on the road to the truth you can expect anything.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The graphics are impressive and aim for a photorealistic feel.
- The atmosphere is well-crafted, creating a sense of unease throughout the game.
- Some players found the game enjoyable and entertaining, especially for its short length.
- The game is plagued with technical issues and bugs, causing frustration for many players.
- It is very short, with some reviews stating it can be completed in under 20 minutes.
- The game appears to be an asset flip, using a house design seen in other games, leading to a lack of originality.
- graphics7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their photorealistic quality and smooth performance, particularly on high-refresh-rate monitors. The visuals contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users noted that despite the impressive graphics, the game's short length and perceived lack of originality may detract from its value.
“Atmosphere and graphics are both great.”
“+ Graphics aim for a photorealistic feel, and hit the mark.”
“The feeling of unease was present almost the entire time, and the visuals are top notch.”
“The graphics aim for a photorealistic feel, but they fall short in execution.”
“The character models look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story has received largely negative feedback, with many users finding it lacking depth and coherence, particularly criticizing the premise of collecting scattered notes that fail to create a compelling narrative. While some appreciate the game's graphics, they feel that the overall story and content are insufficient to enhance the experience.
“The main gameplay premise is centered around collecting notes, which somewhat explain the story and the motivations of the protagonist.”
“The story isn't good, nor is there a thrilling mystery to be found.”
“The main gameplay premise is centered around collecting notes, which somewhat explain the story. However, it raises the question: why would the main protagonist write random pages and scatter them around the house, in bedroom drawers and such?”
“The narrative lacks depth and fails to engage the player, making it difficult to care about the characters or their motivations.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay primarily revolves around collecting notes and keys to unlock new areas and further the story, though some players find the repetition of early steps frustrating. The mechanics raise questions about the protagonist's motivations for scattering notes throughout the environment. Overall, the gameplay experience is mixed, with some engaging elements overshadowed by potential pacing issues.
“The main gameplay premise is centered around collecting notes, which somewhat explain the story, and keys, which help you open other areas with more notes for you to read.”
“First impression gameplay: engaging and immersive, drawing players into the narrative.”
“The gameplay mechanics are intuitive, allowing for a smooth learning curve while exploring the environment.”
“Repeat early steps of gameplay...no key again.”
“The main gameplay premise is centered around collecting notes, which somewhat explain the story (why would the main protagonist write random pages and scatter them around the house, in bedroom drawers and such?) and keys, which help you open other areas with other notes for you to read.”
“First impression gameplay: ”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is described as mildly engaging, featuring decent graphics and a few effective jump-scares, but it suffers from clichés and a lack of excitement, making it feel boring even for fans of walking simulators.
“Atmosphere and graphics are both great.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is inconsistent, with some users reporting frequent glitches and issues, while others experienced smooth performance and no bugs after initial problems.
“This game is hot garbage and glitches a lot!”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's music aspect is characterized by a minimalist approach, featuring no traditional music and relying solely on ambient noises and sound design. This choice creates a subtle auditory experience, emphasizing the game's atmosphere over melodic elements.
“The sound design is impressive, focusing on ambient noises rather than traditional music.”
“They opted for a minimalist approach to sound, featuring no ambient music and minimal noise overall.”
“They went for a very minimalist design with sound, as there is no ambient music and very little noise in general.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as intentionally absurd and over-the-top, leading to a "hilariously bad" experience that many players find entertaining.
“The humor is delightfully absurd and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
“I love how the game embraces its own silliness; it's hilariously entertaining!”
“The witty dialogue and unexpected jokes make every moment a joy.”
