Fimbul Winter

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FimbulWinter is a first-person horror game in a scandinavian style. The game revolves around a hermit who just try to survive.

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Play Modes

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

42%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

monetization1 negative mentions

The game has an interesting concept that incorporates Nordic lore and survival elements.
There is potential for improvement and the game could benefit from future updates.
The atmosphere is spooky and immersive, capturing a sense of terror in the environment.

The game is criticized as an asset flip with minimal original content, leading to a lack of depth.
Gameplay is repetitive and lacks direction, often resulting in boredom for players.
Technical issues such as freezing and sound problems significantly detract from the overall experience.

story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story appears to be intriguing, but players express frustration with the inability to skip certain tutorials, which hinders their progress. There is hope that future updates will address these issues, allowing for a smoother experience in exploring the narrative.
- “The story is intriguing and has a lot of potential, but I hope they can address the issues that hinder the gameplay experience.”
- “The narrative is captivating and keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
- “I love how the story unfolds, with unexpected twists that keep you on your toes.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization practices of Atomic Fabrik, led by Cristian Manolachi, have been criticized for unethically exploiting and repackaging others' work on Steam, which is perceived as a blatant cash grab.
- “Atomic Fabrik/Christian Manolachi has shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab, through this account or through closely linked/alternate accounts.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game successfully creates a spooky atmosphere, though some players feel that incorporating snow could enhance the winter setting.
- “It has a spooky atmosphere; though if it is the final winter, perhaps some snow would enhance it.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world with its haunting sounds and visuals.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension that keeps you on edge, making the atmosphere truly unforgettable.”
- “It does have a spooky atmosphere, though if it is the final winter, perhaps some snow would enhance it.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “While the game attempts to create a tense atmosphere, it often falls short, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, offering a satisfying experience that keeps players invested. However, some users noted occasional pacing issues and a lack of variety in certain gameplay elements. Overall, it strikes a balance between challenge and enjoyment, appealing to both casual and hardcore gamers.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics settings primarily allow players to adjust the quality and resolution, providing limited options for customization.
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “Character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”