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Frightence

88%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
music, optimization
88% User Score Based on 50 reviews

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"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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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
story4 positive mentions
optimization1 negative mentions
  • Frightence offers an immersive storytelling experience with a chilling atmosphere and haunting musical score, making it a must-try for horror enthusiasts.
  • The game features unique characters and a mysterious narrative that gradually unfolds, providing engaging gameplay despite its short length.
  • Many players appreciate the game's ability to create tension and suspense without relying heavily on jump scares.
  • The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including unresponsive menu settings, slow walking speed, and bugs that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Some players found the pacing too slow, which detracted from their overall enjoyment and made exploration feel tedious.
  • There are complaints about the game's average quality, with some reviewers feeling it lacks depth and polish, making it less enjoyable than other indie horror titles.
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Frightence" is praised for its immersive and atmospheric qualities, conveyed through subtle details and a haunting musical score, despite being relatively short at under 40 minutes. Reviewers appreciate the intentional slow pace that encourages players to fully absorb the environment and narrative, culminating in a chilling revelation about the protagonist's situation as a janitor. However, some players express a desire for a longer storyline to enhance the experience further.

    • “Frightence is a bone-chilling horror game that excels in immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay with a short but good story.”
    • “The deliberate slow pace encourages players to immerse themselves in the atmospheric environment and fully absorb the 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).”
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its chilling and immersive qualities, characterized by mysterious characters, ominous soundscapes, and haunting music that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the deliberate slow pace, which allows for deeper engagement with the story and environment, making it a standout choice for horror enthusiasts seeking a unique thrill without relying on jumpscares.

    • “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.”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in "Frightence" is described as haunting and integral to the game's unsettling atmosphere, effectively enhancing its storytelling and ambiance. However, players have noted a significant drawback: the music volume cannot be turned off, even when both the master and music volume settings are set to zero.

    • “Perfect for a quick scare session under 40 minutes, Frightence excels in storytelling through subtle details and a haunting musical score.”
    • “The haunting music further enhances the unsettling ambiance.”
    • “Adding to the unsettling atmosphere is the haunting musical accompaniment.”
    • “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 music volume of the game can't be turned off even if both the master volume and music volume are set to 0.”
    • “The music volume of the game can't be turned off even if both the master volume and music volume are set to 0.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express concerns about the game's optimization, indicating that it negatively impacts their overall experience. There is a strong call for improvements to enhance performance and ensure a more enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “Please do something about the optimization so that the impression of the game is not spoiled.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Frightence is praised for its stunning visuals that enhance the immersive storytelling and intense gameplay, contributing to its overall chilling atmosphere.

    • “Frightence is a bone-chilling horror game that excels in immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Frightence delivers intense gameplay that is complemented by immersive storytelling and stunning visuals, creating a captivating horror experience. The game features a concise yet engaging narrative that enhances the overall gameplay.

    • “Frightence is a bone-chilling horror game that excels in immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay.”

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