Fatal Falls is an adventure with psychological horror elements set within the opulent but unsettling Grand Elysium hotel. In this playable demo, you'll experience a portion of the full game. It introduces the core mechanics and themes of Fatal Falls, focusing on narrative depth, player choices, and the tension between empathy and horror. The full version will expand on this, offering more charact…
The game features an intriguing and deeply unsettling story that avoids cheap jump scares.
Artistically articulate with well-written dialogue, the game offers thought-provoking themes and multiple endings.
The graphics and music are well-received, contributing to an immersive experience.
Puzzles can be overly difficult, often requiring backtracking or reliance on guides.
The inventory system is clunky, with issues related to item saving and usage.
Performance issues are noted, with stuttering and frame drops in certain areas despite good hardware.
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a compelling and coherent story that stands out in the indie horror genre, focusing on psychological elements rather than cheap jump scares. With well-written dialogue and multiple endings, it offers an intriguing and unsettling narrative experience for those willing to overlook some flaws.
“Finally, a horror game that doesn't rely on cheap jumpscares but actually has an interesting, deeply unsettling story.”
“The dialogue is well-written and the story is intriguing and (and this is a big one for a lot of indie horror titles) coherent!”
“Cool little indie game with a good story and multiple endings.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is inconsistent, with smooth performance in certain areas but noticeable chugging and frame drops, particularly in the later chapters, even on capable hardware. Overall, it feels unoptimized and may detract from the gaming experience.
“The game runs smoothly in some areas but chugs in others, especially during the later chapters.”
“It feels unoptimized, with occasional stuttering and frame drops despite good hardware.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay in Fatal Falls is criticized for its lack of polish, with issues such as objects not saving correctly across chapters and poorly integrated mechanics like the camcorder battery feeling superficial. While the game shows potential, it struggles with depth and refinement in its core gameplay elements.
“Certain objects don’t save correctly across chapters, and using something like a battery for the camcorder feels like it was tacked on rather than a meaningful survival mechanic.”
“Fatal Falls has potential, but it feels like a game that’s trying too hard to be deep without refining the core gameplay.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and interactivity, with players particularly enjoying the ability to engage with objects like the piano. Overall, the combination of impressive graphics and captivating music enhances the gaming experience.
“The music and interactable objects are amazing, especially the fact that I could just walk up and start playing the piano :)”
“Love the graphics and music.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that the grinding aspect of the game is marred by tedious puzzles, which detract from the overall horror experience. This repetitive nature can lead to frustration, diminishing the game's intended tension and engagement.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received high praise from users, who consistently express their admiration for both the visual quality and the accompanying music.
“I absolutely love the graphics and music.”
“The visuals are stunning and really enhance the overall experience.”
“The art style is breathtaking and adds so much depth to the game.”