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Flesh Made Fear

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95% User Score Based on 222 reviews

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Flesh Made Fear is a single player survival survival game with a horror theme. It was developed by TaintedPact Games and was released on October 31, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Flesh Made Fear plunges you into a terrifying world of twisted experiments and occult horrors, blending classic survival mechanics with modern innovations. Inspired by PSX-era survival horror, it challenges you with intricate puzzles, intense combat, and a chilling atmosphere. Face your fears or succumb to the nightmare that awaits.

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story13 positive mentions
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  • Flesh Made Fear is a visually stunning homage to classic PS1 survival horror games, capturing the essence of the genre with its atmospheric design and engaging gameplay.
  • The game features a compelling story with well-developed characters, enhanced by excellent voice acting that adds to the campy charm reminiscent of 80s horror films.
  • With its challenging puzzles, resource management, and nostalgic tank controls, the game successfully delivers a thrilling survival horror experience that keeps players on edge.
  • The aiming system can be frustrating, as it lacks precision and often leads to wasted ammo during critical encounters.
  • Some players may find the game too linear, with a lack of exploration opportunities and repetitive enemy encounters that can diminish the sense of tension.
  • The absence of a manual reload option and limited save resources can lead to frustrating moments, especially during boss fights and challenging sections.
  • story
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story, while drawing on familiar survival horror tropes and clichés, is engaging enough to maintain player interest throughout the campaign, enhanced by strong environmental storytelling and character interactions. Many players appreciate the nostalgic elements and campy writing, likening it to a grindhouse film, though some feel the pacing and length could be improved. Overall, the narrative effectively combines horror and action, supported by decent voice acting and atmospheric design, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.

    • “The game immediately hooked me in with its lore via the audio tapes and environmental storytelling.”
    • “It feels like a playable grindhouse film and a lot of care was put into the story, the characters, and most importantly the storytelling.”
    • “The story is told through both character interaction and found cassette tapes, and everything is brilliantly written.”
    • “Ending felt quite abrupt, and overall the story and pacing was very lacking, seeming like it was just dropped completely a quarter of the way through, then the ending came.”
    • “The story is as straight-forward as they come and does nothing to set itself apart from Resident Evil.”
    • “The game offers the simple plot of a mad scientist whose creations are set loose in a town and a group of special ops style people arriving there to capture him and find their lost comrade.”
  • gameplay
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Flesh Made Fear" is a mix of retro-inspired mechanics and modern elements, featuring tank controls, fixed camera angles, and a focus on melee combat. While some players appreciate the nostalgic design and challenging boss fights, others criticize the forced auto-aim and linear level design that detracts from the overall experience. Despite its flaws, the game offers a fun and atmospheric ride for fans of classic survival horror.

    • “A simple but fun and spooky setting with characters to boot, a challenging but fair and fun gameplay and awesome graphics and sound!”
    • “The gameplay, atmosphere, music, art, and story gave me the chills.”
    • “The gameplay does exactly what it sets out to do in classic survival horror fashion with tank controls, stop and aim shooting, and the fixed camera.”
    • “In regards to the actual gameplay loop, there are a shocking amount of problems that make the game feel really rough to play, which the visual style can only do so much to circumvent.”
    • “Your firearm also has a forced auto-aim mechanic that cannot be disabled, which makes fighting more than one enemy feel absolutely awful in action.”
    • “Despite solid gameplay bases (I love the dodge and double knives) and some very well-made decors, Flesh Made Fear suffers from a dull, very linear, and overly generous (for the player) level design that really undermines all sense of tension or fear.”
  • music
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many reviewers praising its atmospheric quality and nostalgic 80s/90s synth influences that enhance the horror experience. The soundtrack is described as both immersive and engaging, with standout compositions that match the game's tone and contribute significantly to its overall ambiance. Additionally, the developer's personal involvement in the music creation has garnered extra appreciation, making it a highlight of the game for many players.

    • “The music in this game is a 10/10 from me, so much so that I nominated it for best soundtrack for the horror game awards.”
    • “The soundtrack is incredible, with pulsing synths that John Carpenter would absolutely approve of.”
    • “The music is stunning, the sound design impeccably sets the mood and works seamlessly with the brilliantly placed fixed camera angles to build tension and create a setting that keeps players' nerves on edge.”
    • “On the other hand, the main villain is absolutely obnoxious and his soundtrack is comical.”
    • “- the music”
    • “The music matches the vibe, and the voice work is clear!”
  • atmosphere
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and nostalgic qualities, reminiscent of 80s horror films, with a blend of retro art style, haunting sound design, and engaging environmental details. Reviewers highlight the effective use of lighting, enemy variety, and the overall creepy yet thrilling ambiance that enhances gameplay. However, some critiques mention that repetitive enemy placements can diminish the initial scare factor, suggesting a need for better balance in enemy encounters.

    • “Staring on a positive note: amazing sound and music design, the atmosphere is breathtaking; you can tell how much love and passion went into the design.”
    • “The atmosphere and vibes in this game are just fantastic; it really feels like you're in the world of an 80s horror movie.”
    • “It’s a grim, atmospheric descent into bio-occult madness where every bullet, save token, and step matters.”
    • “The game completely lacks the 'balance' of enemies to create a scary atmosphere; the gore-covered rooms are the norm, so you get used to them really quickly. Putting 15 to 25 enemies in corridors is a very good way to bore the player when it's done over and over.”
    • “It combines tank controls, limited saves, and fixed cameras with modern presentation and a thick, oppressive atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere was consistent throughout my playthrough, with good enemy variety and placement.”
  • graphics
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their nostalgic homage to retro survival horror, particularly reminiscent of early PlayStation titles. Reviewers highlight the effective blend of pixel art, grotesque visuals, and a moody atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience, creating a visually stunning and immersive environment. The art style, characterized by its gritty aesthetic and creative character designs, successfully captures the essence of classic horror while incorporating modern touches.

    • “Aesthetically, it's beautiful, nostalgic and gruesome in equal measure.”
    • “The visual aesthetic is fantastic with gritty pixel art, grotesque gore, and character models that look straight out of a forgotten survival horror gem.”
    • “As for the game itself, the art style is a beautiful homage to retro survival horror, with some truly memorable visuals.”
    • “The visuals are very retro, think PS1, but if you can look past that, then the game is really good.”
    • “Graphics-wise, the game looks like an old PS1 title and it's appropriately creepy and moody throughout.”
    • “The low graphics do not detract from any of the monster's horror factor.”
  • humor
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its campy charm, featuring hilarious one-liners, over-the-top gore, and nostalgic nods to 90s horror films. Players appreciate the balance of humor and gameplay, with memorable characters and amusing voice acting that enhance the overall experience. The blend of funny mechanics and absurd boss designs contributes to a lighthearted atmosphere, making it a fun and engaging title.

    • “I really appreciate how the developer manages to make his games humorous without ever slipping into cringe.”
    • “Its tight, well-crafted mechanics capture everything that made the genre great, wrapped in campy humor and gloriously over-the-top gore.”
    • “It felt like a cheesy 90's horror movie and made me laugh many times!”
  • optimization
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing poor performance and low resolution at launch, leading to refunds, while others report smooth gameplay, particularly on the Steam Deck. Despite being built on Unreal Engine 5, some users noted typical stuttering issues were absent, suggesting potential for improvement over time. Overall, the optimization appears inconsistent, with significant room for enhancement.

    • “Not even a hiccup on my end and so well optimized.”
    • “Steam Deck performance was perfect.”
    • “I have some gripes related to the game's optimization on Steam Deck, but I assume over time these will be addressed.”
    • “The performance is poor, and the resolution is unreasonably bad when I opened the game for the first time.”
    • “I’m refunding my purchase because of how badly the game runs and is poorly optimized; overall, the game is lacking.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while puzzles are manageable and not overly tedious, the abundance of item boxes leads to a sense of tedious inventory management. The game's design emphasizes a grindy atmosphere, with carefully crafted rooms filled with unique props that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The grinding in this game strikes a perfect balance; it's engaging without feeling tedious.”
    • “I love how the grinding mechanics keep me motivated to improve my skills and progress.”
    • “The grind is rewarding, making each achievement feel well-earned and satisfying.”
    • “Item boxes were everywhere, so inventory management felt more tedious than tense.”
    • “Each room feels handcrafted to be as grindy and atmospheric as possible, with tons of unique props placed to add to it.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game evokes strong emotions by paying tribute to classic titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, while also eliciting a sense of nostalgia and connection through its janky yet heartfelt design.

    • “A heartfelt homage to classic titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's exceptional replayability, noting it as one of the most enjoyable and smoothest experiences in the genre, with excellent replay value that encourages multiple playthroughs.

    • “Definitely one of the most enjoyable and smoothest replayable tank control games I've played.”
    • “Excellent replay value.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players found it relatively polished with minimal glitches, others felt it lacked the charm and cohesion typically associated with indie titles, leading to a less enjoyable experience.

    • “So yeah, I took the chance hoping that this would be another Tainted Pact special - a weird buggy mess that barely worked but had so much charm that it was fun to experience, like Suffer the Night, Terror at Oakheart, or Massacre at the Mirage - but instead I just got a weird aftertaste in my mouth of playing some janky 'trying to be serious' RE clone without any of the charm of either - early RE or pre-TP releases.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is heavily influenced by the aesthetics of early Resident Evil and 80s horror films, showcasing a nostalgic design that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.

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Flesh Made Fear is a survival survival game with horror theme.

Flesh Made Fear is available on PC, Windows and PlayStation.

Flesh Made Fear was released on October 31, 2025.

Flesh Made Fear was developed by TaintedPact Games.

Flesh Made Fear has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Flesh Made Fear is a single player game.

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