Frightence

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Frightence is a single player action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Playstige Interactive and was released on March 9, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Frightence" is a horror-themed game where you play as a janitor tasked with checking every resident's flat in the infamous Apartment #17 before its eviction. As you complete simple objectives, you'll realize that things are not as they seem in this creepy apartment, with a mysterious cast of characters, ominous background music, and a few jumpscares throughout. The game can be completed in under 4

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features superb modern graphics and immersive storytelling, creating a chilling atmosphere.
It offers a unique blend of horror and humor, making it an enjoyable experience for players.
The sound design and music enhance the eerie ambiance, contributing to the overall engaging gameplay.

The game suffers from bugs and issues such as slow walking speed and unresponsive menu settings.
Many players found the game to be too short, with a lack of depth in gameplay and story.
There are significant technical problems, including soft-locks and unchangeable mouse sensitivity, which detract from the experience.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Frightence" is a chilling and immersive experience, characterized by a deliberately slow pace that encourages players to absorb its atmospheric details. While the narrative is concise, it effectively builds tension through subtle storytelling and a haunting musical score, leaving players intrigued by the eerie nature of the setting and their role as a janitor. Overall, the solid character development and engaging plot make it a compelling choice for a quick scare session.
- “The deliberate slow pace encourages players to immerse themselves in the atmospheric environment and fully absorb the story.”
- “Frightence is a bone-chilling horror game that excels in immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay with a short but good story.”
- “I'd like a longer storyline.”
- “A creepy walking sim with the story told through subtle details leading to the eventual revelation about the nature of the building and your situation as the janitor.”
- “The slow walking pace mentioned by some reviewers is intentional and meant to make the player savor the environment (to grasp the story).”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the unsettling atmosphere and storytelling, creating a perfect backdrop for quick scare sessions. However, some users have noted a frustrating issue where the music volume cannot be completely turned off, even when settings are adjusted.
- “Perfect for a quick scare session under 40 minutes, Frightence excels in storytelling through subtle details and a haunting musical score.”
- “The music volume of the game can't be turned off even if both the master volume and music volume are set to 0.”
- “The haunting music further enhances the unsettling ambiance.”
- “Adding to the unsettling atmosphere is the haunting musical accompaniment.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a chilling and immersive experience, enhanced by mysterious characters and ominous soundscapes that create a spine-tingling effect without relying on jumpscares. The deliberate slow pace allows players to fully engage with the environment and story, while the haunting musical accompaniment further intensifies the unsettling ambiance, making it a must-try for horror enthusiasts.
- “A must-try for horror enthusiasts looking for a unique, atmospheric thrill!”
- “The deliberate slow pace encourages players to immerse themselves in the atmospheric environment and fully absorb the story.”
- “With simple objectives, mysterious characters, and a chilling atmosphere enhanced by ominous soundscapes, the game offers a spine-tingling experience without relying heavily on jumpscares.”
- “Adding to the unsettling atmosphere is the haunting musical accompaniment.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express concerns about the game's optimization, indicating that performance issues detract from the overall experience. There is a strong call for improvements to enhance gameplay and prevent these issues from overshadowing the game's quality.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
- “I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game; it runs flawlessly on my system.”
- “The optimization has significantly improved the overall performance, enhancing my gameplay experience.”
- “Please do something about the optimization so that the impression of the game is not spoiled.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system, and the optimization issues really detract from the overall experience.”
- “I was excited to play, but the lack of optimization makes it almost unplayable at times.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Frightence are praised for their stunning visuals that enhance the immersive storytelling and overall horror experience, contributing significantly to the game's chilling atmosphere.
- “Frightence is a bone-chilling horror game that excels in immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is unexpectedly strong, with players noting that it often leans more towards comedy than horror, creating a unique and entertaining experience. Many find the blend of humor and horror to be surprisingly effective, adding a lighthearted twist to the gameplay.
- “Sometimes it's not scary at all, it's even funny ;)”
- “Not gonna lie, this game is kind of hilarious for a horror game; it shouldn't be that funny, but it is.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Frightence offers an intense gameplay experience characterized by immersive storytelling and stunning visuals, making it a standout in the horror genre despite its brief narrative.
- “Frightence is a bone-chilling horror game that excels in immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay.”