Fimbul Winter

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Fimbul Winter is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Success Games and was released on May 5, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

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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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

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The game has an interesting concept that incorporates Nordic lore and survival elements.
There is potential for improvement, and some players see promise in the game's atmosphere and mechanics.
The chilling ambiance and unique character interactions, like the goats howling, add a layer of intrigue.

The game is criticized as an asset flip with minimal original content, leading to a lack of depth and engagement.
Many players report technical issues, including freezing and lack of saving options, which hinder gameplay.
The gameplay loop is repetitive and lacks variety, making it boring for players after a short time.

story
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The story appears to have potential and is deemed interesting by users, but frustrations with tutorial requirements hinder the overall experience. Players express a desire for the ability to skip certain tutorials to progress more smoothly through the narrative.
- “The story is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
- “There are intriguing plot twists that make the narrative truly memorable.”
- “The character development is rich, adding depth to the overall story experience.”
- “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.”
graphics
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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- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”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 low-quality and don't match the overall aesthetic of the game.”
monetization
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The monetization strategy employed by Atomic Fabrik, led by Cristian Manolachi, has 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
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The game successfully creates a spooky atmosphere, though some players feel it could be enhanced with winter elements like snow, especially if it is set during a final winter scenario.
- “It has a spooky atmosphere; though if it is the final winter, perhaps some snow would enhance it.”
- “It does have a spooky atmosphere, though if it is the final winter, perhaps some snow would enhance it.”
gameplay
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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 learning curve that may challenge newcomers. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.