Friki
- February 22, 2022
- Wompa Labs
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Friki is a horror-focused Role Playing Game for 2 players or more, played in co-op mode. As paranormal investigators, you'll work together to solve mystical cases, gathering evidence and uncovering ghostly pasts amidst a chaotic world. Expect procedurally generated stories, supernatural events, and physics-driven gameplay, complete with floating objects, disappearing doorways, and more."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique twist on the ghost hunting genre by focusing on solving a murder mystery rather than just identifying ghosts.
- Playing with friends enhances the experience, making it a fun and engaging multiplayer game with humorous moments.
- The developers are actively updating the game, showing potential for improvement and a commitment to enhancing gameplay.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, making it difficult to play smoothly, especially in multiplayer.
- The tutorial and early gameplay can be punishing and not very new player friendly, leading to frustration.
- Many players have reported glitches with items and controls, which detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for heavily borrowing from Phasmophobia, leading some to label it a scam, while others find the investigative focus on the victim's death rather than the ghost type to be a unique twist. However, certain mechanics are deemed nonsensical, suggesting that the game could benefit from refinement. Overall, opinions are mixed, with potential for improvement noted.
“The gameplay itself is interesting and different from other games of its type, as you have to investigate how the person died rather than what kind of ghost they are.”
“Complete scam of a game; they copied all the gameplay and content layout from Phasmophobia. This should be illegal.”
“On top of this, there are a couple of mechanics that just don't make any sense.”
“It would be better off if these two mechanics were removed.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from significant optimization issues, with users reporting severe lag and performance problems. While some express hope for improvements through future updates, the consensus is that it is not ready for purchase in its current early access state.
“With the right bug fixes, optimizations, and content updates, I can see this game taking the crown in its category.”
“The optimization in this game has significantly improved my overall experience, making it much smoother and more enjoyable.”
“I appreciate the developers' commitment to ongoing optimization, which has really enhanced gameplay performance.”
“Too laggy, not optimized, etc. I understand that it's in early access and it just got released today, but still.”
“Terrible game at this time, very unoptimized and laggy.”
“Do not buy this game; it doesn't work, is very laggy and unoptimized, and most likely a BTC miner.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users find the music and dancing in the game enjoyable, expressing a desire for the inclusion of classic radio tracks.
“The dancing and music are fun!”
“Bring back old radio music, please.”
“Bring back the old radio music, please.”
“The current soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The music doesn't fit the game's atmosphere and feels out of place.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing ghost interactions and entertaining bugs, such as a ghost repeatedly circling a player while pursuing others. Overall, players find the comedic elements contribute positively to the game's potential.
“The funny ghost interactions and the looting system are nice too.”
“It has some funny bugs; the ghost was hunting, and I was standing in the open while it went around me three times chasing other people. The game has great potential.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is reported to be quite buggy, with numerous glitches, which is typical for an early access title. Despite these stability issues, players still find the experience enjoyable.
“Buggy, very buggy, yet fun.”
“There are a few glitches and bugs, but for such an early access game, that is to be expected.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for improved graphics, noting that the current oddities and wonkiness detract from the overall experience.
“I wish there was a graphics improvement since the odd wonkiness just throws me off.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story in the early access game is engaging and enjoyable, providing a fun experience for players despite its incomplete status.
“It's early access, but the storyline is so much fun.”
