Forsake

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Forsake is a single player and multiplayer action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Unseen Interactive and was released on March 24, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Forsake is a survival horror game that can be played by 1-4 players, either solo or through online co-op. Explore haunted locations, uncover secrets, and loot to earn money for equipment. Watch out for paranormal entities and complete missions to gain experience and unlock new content. The game offers great replayability with randomly generated parts of maps, items, and loot."

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Audience ScoreBased on 174 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game is a fun and scary experience, especially when played with friends, offering a variety of challenges and jump scares.
It features a unique skill tree and equipment system that adds depth to gameplay, making each session feel fresh and engaging.
The developers are responsive to feedback and actively work on updates, showing commitment to improving the game.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes and glitches that can hinder gameplay.
Some players find the gameplay repetitive and the objectives tedious, leading to a lack of excitement over time.
The game is not very solo-friendly, making it less enjoyable for those who prefer to play alone.

gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some praising the solid mechanics, varied maps, and enjoyable horror ambiance, while others criticize the controls and repetitive objectives. Players appreciate the skill tree and the fresh experience each run offers, but some report bugs and graphical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game provides a fun time for those willing to invest in understanding its mechanics, despite some technical shortcomings.
- “This is solid gameplay with a lot of fun!”
- “The variations within every map keep the gameplay fresh; no two runs feel the same even when doing the same map.”
- “The skill tree is a lovely progression with quite a decent impact on gameplay.”
- “The graphics seem like the game is in alpha stage instead of full release, and the gameplay is completely forgettable as the player would need to collect 3 relics in order to complete the map while being chased by a 'ghost'.”
- “Simply put, the controls are not good and the gameplay is lackluster to say the least.”
- “This is due to some bugs (e.g. wall-clipping/glitches resulting in items clipping into the ceiling upon getting downed by the killer) and the unusual door mechanics.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as refined but still reminiscent of an alpha stage, indicating a need for further polish. While some players appreciate the horror ambiance and overall visual experience, others note glitches and accessibility issues with graphic settings during matches. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, but there is a consensus that improvements are necessary for a more polished final product.
- “The mechanics are great, and the graphics are refined as well.”
- “The graphics and gameplay both make it its own game, and once you dive in, it is such a fun time. The spooks are great, the horror ambiance is flawless, and everything in the game is 10/10.”
- “I would totally pay more for this game if they remade it with cleaner, better-detailed graphics.”
- “The graphics seem like the game is in alpha stage instead of full release, and the gameplay is completely forgettable as the player would need to collect 3 relics in order to complete the map while being chased by a 'ghost'.”
- “I would totally pay more for this game if they remade it with cleaner, better detailed graphics.”
- “Graphic settings should also be accessible when in a match.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is reported to have several bugs and glitches, such as wall-clipping and issues with player connectivity, which can disrupt the experience but are not considered game-breaking. Players express optimism that these issues will be addressed in future updates, and despite the stability concerns, many find the game enjoyable and recommend it.
- “Definitely has some glitches to iron out but nothing game breaking (not counting that it can take a few attempts for players to join each other as it often times times out despite changing graphics to lower settings, etc).”
- “This is due to some bugs (e.g. wall-clipping/glitches resulting in items clipping into the ceiling upon getting downed by the killer) and the unusual door mechanics.”
- “This game is really fun, it's a bit buggy but I'm sure it will be fixed soon. My friend and I got it and we like it a lot. It also gets scary when you play at 2 AM. It's still developing and updates will come soon. I will be playing this game a lot more and it's one of the scariest games I have played in a long time. I rate the game a good 9/10; it's not a 10 because there are random disconnects in the middle of the game. All in all, I recommend that you buy the game.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability due to its diverse skill tree perks, customizable loadouts, and varying map layouts, which ensure that each playthrough feels unique. Additionally, the inclusion of different difficulty modes further enhances the replay value.
- “It already has a lot of replayability thanks to the maps never being the same and the difficulty modes.”
- “Yes, there are tons of replay value since different perks in the skill tree and items for loadout.”
- “The game offers significant replay value with its diverse skill tree and customizable loadouts.”
- “The game has limited replayability due to the lack of diverse content and repetitive gameplay.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there isn't much incentive to play again.”
- “The game feels like a one-and-done experience, with little to draw players back for a second run.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is criticized for its poor flow, which detracts from the overall experience. While there are elements of progression through a skill tree and collectible items, these features do not compensate for the narrative's shortcomings.
- “The biggest drawback to the game was actually the flow of the story.”
- “The biggest drawback to the game was actually the flow of the story.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, complementing the atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience. However, some players feel that the lack of chase music during critical moments detracts from the tension, making those sequences less engaging. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, with anticipation for future improvements.
- “The art and music fit the game perfectly; I can't wait to see what's in the future for this game!”
- “But, if you're looking for a relatively well-done Russian-made game that has pretty good scares and a fair soundtrack, look no further!”
- “The killers need chase music or sound; it's just quiet when they chase you, which gets kind of boring.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively creates a tense and eerie atmosphere characterized by a sense of confinement and unpredictability, described as "all doors are locked, sh*t gets weird." While the atmosphere is praised for being immersive and terrifying, some players suggest that improvements to the AI could enhance the overall experience.
- “This is a great game with an atmosphere of 'all doors are locked, things get weird.'”
- “Good game, could use some tweaking with the AI, but other than that, it's really atmospheric and terrifying!”
- “This game has a strong atmosphere of 'all doors are locked, things get weird.'”
- “This game has a strong atmosphere of 'all doors are locked, things get weird.'”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players have mixed feelings about optimization; while the developers are quick to address performance issues following updates, some users still find the game poorly optimized, leading to frustration and a recommendation to avoid it.
- “Every time an update comes out with issues or performance drops, the devs have it fixed within a few days.”
- “Costco Phasmophobia is terribly optimized; save your time and money.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly regarding experience points, but they note that it is not as frustrating as in other games like Dead by Daylight. Overall, while some grinding is present, it is manageable and not overly punishing.
- “The experience grind can feel a bit excessive, but it's not as painful as in Dead by Daylight.”