Fremdganger: The Cheating Demon
- March 2, 2023
- Mastermind
Get on SteamBurnt out on the dullness of your play sessions, you voyage into the mountains to seek out a legendary Game Master. However, you quickly regret your decision after his game becomes a tad too real and involves you in an unexpected way...
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and mind-bending concept with multiple layers of gameplay that keeps players engaged and surprised.
- Puzzles are simple yet rewarding, encouraging players to think outside the box and providing a satisfying experience.
- The atmosphere and storytelling are immersive, with effective horror elements that create genuine tension and unexpected scares.
- Controls during the first-person segments can be frustrating and awkward, especially under pressure, detracting from the overall experience.
- The game lacks meaningful choices, leading to a feeling of linearity despite the illusion of branching paths.
- Some players found the price point to be steep for the game's length and content, suggesting it may not offer enough replay value.
- story12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story is a complex and immersive experience that blends traditional RPG elements with mind-bending horror, featuring multiple layers and puzzles. While the narrative is engaging, some players feel frustrated by the lack of clarity regarding character motivations and the consequences of their choices, leading to a sense of being locked out of enjoyable segments. Overall, the storytelling is praised for its clever implementation and potential for deeper exploration, despite some players desiring a more straightforward approach.
“What looks like your ordinary RPG Maker horror story ends up being a mind-bending game where you travel between two different layers to solve various puzzles.”
“Even though I wasn't too scared, the story is very immersive.”
“I feel like there are still more secrets and maybe a story left to be discovered.”
“Even the story's core antagonist appears to speak to someone, but even after consulting the guide, I don't have the slightest clue nor care as to who this someone is.”
“The storyteller hints at these characters and speaks to something beyond, but I'd rather the focus be changed to solely a trippy 4th wall breaking horror and not hint at set-ups without payoffs.”
“But it just felt so demoralizing to be completely locked out of my save because I didn’t know the right button, not because I was trying to cheat, especially after buying into the story and digging the atmosphere.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highlighted for its innovative "return" mechanic, which is effectively integrated into a variety of puzzles that, while simple, provide a satisfying challenge. Players appreciate the distinct visual and gameplay styles across different layers, enhancing the overall experience and making it feel unique compared to other games.
“The game's main mechanic, which is the 'return' feature mentioned in the game's description, is implemented in an abundant and satisfying manner, and the puzzles, while simple, end up being really fun because of this.”
“Switching between styles of gameplay to resolve challenges impossible in one plane of existence.”
“The multiple layers of gameplay this game offers tie together with an interesting mechanic that I have never encountered in any game I have ever played.”
“The game's main mechanic, which is the 'return' feature mentioned in the game's description, is implemented in an abundant and satisfying manner, but the puzzles, while simple, can become repetitive over time.”
“Switching between styles of gameplay to resolve challenges can feel clunky and frustrating, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.”
“While the game presents variety with the type of gameplay involved, the execution often feels disjointed and lacks cohesion.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging mythos and immersive tone, effectively drawing players into the experience. Many users noted the effectiveness of jump scares, contributing to a genuinely unsettling and captivating environment that enhances the overall gameplay.
“Dev, you did a great job creating atmosphere and a mythos that is genuinely interesting right off the bat.”
“But it just felt so demoralizing to be completely locked out of my save because I didn’t know the right button, not because I was trying to cheat, especially after buying into the story and digging the atmosphere.”
“The jump scares got me good a couple of times, and I may have lost some sleep because I was so pulled in by the tone and atmosphere the game set.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are striking and impactful, evoking strong emotional responses that can lead to unsettling experiences, such as night terrors and existential crises.
“The graphics are absolutely stunning, creating a breathtakingly immersive world.”
“Every detail in the environment is beautifully rendered, making the game visually captivating.”
“The art style is unique and adds a layer of depth to the overall experience.”
“Don't let the graphics fool you, this gave me night terrors and an existential crisis.”
