Go Home Annie
- December 10, 2024
- Misfit Village
- 4h median play time
In "Go Home Annie" , players step into the role of Annie, a low-level employee of the SCP Foundation, tasked with testing replicas of dangerous paranormal events and entities. As they navigate twisted gameplay mechanics and explore the mysterious facility, they'll uncover the truth behind their purpose and confront the SCP Foundation's dark secrets. Fans of the SCP Universe will enjoy encountering both popular and obscure SCPs in this atmospheric adventure game.
Reviews
- The game features a compelling and unique story that immerses players in the SCP universe, showcasing lesser-known SCPs and creative twists.
- The graphics and sound design are impressive for an indie title, with beautiful visuals and excellent voice acting that enhance the overall experience.
- Puzzles are engaging and varied, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult, contributing to a well-paced gameplay experience.
- The game is relatively short, with many players feeling that it lacks replayability and depth, leaving them wanting more content.
- Some puzzles can be confusing or tedious, leading to frustration and breaking immersion, particularly towards the end of the game.
- Technical issues such as bugs, glitches, and a poor save system can detract from the overall experience, causing players to lose progress or become stuck.
- story78 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story has received widespread praise for its engaging and unique narrative, particularly in its integration of SCP lore, which captivates both fans and newcomers alike. While many players found the storytelling immersive and well-crafted, some noted issues with pacing and coherence towards the end, leading to moments of confusion. Overall, the combination of intriguing characters, beautiful visuals, and creative puzzles contributes to a compelling experience that many players recommend.
“The story is engaging and mysterious, with good twists and a surprisingly hefty emotional core.”
“I was fully immersed in the world of the game and I was absolutely captivated by the game's story.”
“The attention to detail in the world design, sound effects, and overall atmosphere truly makes you feel like you’re part of the story.”
“They also don't have much of a story, at least not with the depth I usually look for, as an avid videophile and once-upon-a-time bookworm.”
“Near the end of the game though, it could just be me but things started to get chaotic in the story and it was more difficult for me to understand what was even going on.”
“Unfortunately, I still can't give the game a thumbs up, because towards the end of the game I just wanted to finish it, the puzzles are annoying, the story is presented part by part unfinished and at the end you have to guess what's actually going on.”
- graphics39 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising the beautiful artwork, detailed environments, and smooth performance even on lower-end hardware. While some noted that character models and animations could use improvement, the visuals are often described as stunning, especially for an indie title, and contribute significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere. The combination of engaging mechanics and compelling storytelling further enhances the overall graphical experience.
“The graphics are fantastic, and there are so many details and easter eggs that were interesting to explore.”
“Despite its modest $20 price tag and a small development team, the game delivers visuals that rival those of AAA giants.”
“The atmosphere and graphics are just insane.”
“The graphics are pretty decent with the environment sometimes looking very pretty but the character models needed a bit more work (and character animation, too).”
“So once I booted the game up, I discovered that it hates my RTX 3060 Ti graphics card and consistently ran the card at 75-90% causing 80+ degrees heat on the card and caused my display to crash multiple times if I tried to play on any higher resolution than 1024x768, and all settings to min or turned off.”
“Graphics too weak make ultra-ultra setting.”
- gameplay37 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, beautiful visuals, and innovative puzzle-solving elements, particularly within the SCP universe. While many players appreciate the variety and immersive atmosphere, some note a lack of polish in certain areas, particularly with puzzles, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a compelling blend of horror, exploration, and storytelling, making it a recommended play for fans of the genre.
“If you are a fan of the SCP universe and want to flesh out that lore with some truly creepy paranormal gameplay that involves a lot of thrilling exploration and thoughtful puzzle-solving, then it’s time to dive into the bowels of the SCP Foundation and discover the secrets of the replication division.”
“The gameplay is fun and varied, and every section of the game introduces some new gameplay mechanic or different kind of puzzle, so things never get repetitive.”
“I found myself completely absorbed in the gameplay, losing track of time as I navigated the eerie, tension-filled environments and encountered unpredictable SCP entities.”
“As it stands, it's a game with interesting moments and very decent writing, but the gameplay is lacking polish in some areas, and that brings down the whole experience.”
“The story as well as the gameplay lose their focus and their cohesion.”
“Although I have to admit that I don't really know what the core gameplay of the game is supposed to be.”
- atmosphere18 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, enhanced by chilling sound design and detailed graphics. Reviewers highlight the perfect balance between mystery and storytelling, creating a captivating experience that draws players into its world. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as a standout feature, contributing significantly to its engaging gameplay and emotional impact.
“Go Home Annie is a competently-made thriller that oozes atmosphere and mystery.”
“The game offers a refreshing twist on the usual SCP formula, blending eerie atmosphere with masterful sound design to create a deeply immersive experience.”
“The attention to detail in the world design, sound effects, and overall atmosphere truly makes you feel like you’re part of the story.”
“I love the overall feel of the game, the controls are smooth, the visuals are amazing, but the thing that constantly keeps me immersed in the game is the marvelous sound design - it just elevates the atmosphere to a whole new level.”
- music14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its chilling and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a well-crafted soundtrack and exceptional voice acting. Reviewers note that the audio elements contribute significantly to the game's depth and immersion, although some mention issues with audio mixing that occasionally disrupt the balance between music and dialogue. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, elevating the game's ambiance and emotional impact.
“Voice acting is phenomenal, and the soundtrack is a banger.”
“The story, music, and the voice acting gave all of the characters and the situation a real depth that made you feel like playing further and read all signs/lore in the game.”
“The music and the voice acting deserve a mention as they ranged from good to even spectacular.”
“The audio mixing was inconsistent; sometimes the voices were too loud, other times too quiet, and at times the music drowned out the voices completely.”
“The music is chilling and ominous when it needs to be, but it can also feel out of place at times, disrupting the overall atmosphere.”
“While the music and voice acting have their moments, they often range from good to mediocre, lacking the consistency needed to enhance the experience.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is inconsistent, with users reporting random bugs and glitches that can lead to game-ending issues, exacerbated by a poor save system. While some players experience freezes on lower-end hardware, others report a smooth experience on higher-end setups, indicating that performance may vary significantly based on system specifications.
“The game is also plagued by random bugs and glitches, some game-ending, and given the poor save system in use, this can lead to replaying several minutes of the game if you clip through the world – it only happened twice to me, but I see it being widely reported.”
“Originally, I started playing on a Linux laptop with a 3050, which later on resulted in a few 'freezes' where I needed to reduce some video settings.”
“Seeing that I didn't want to miss anything (graphics/artwork-wise), I switched over to the desktop with a 4070ti and all settings maxed - beautiful game with no stutters or freezes.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with many describing the house puzzles as uninspired and repetitive, leading to a frustrating experience during gameplay.
“Many puzzles seem uninspired or tedious to solve.”
“Going through the puzzles and stealth sections was tedious at times.”
“I will warn though, some of the house puzzles are pretty tedious.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users reporting no performance issues or bugs, highlighting its technical quality.
“The game is also technically well-made as I have not encountered any performance issues or bugs, which is also very commendable.”
“Super optimized”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its skillful writing, which seamlessly transitions between humor, heart, suspense, and chills. The engaging and mysterious story features compelling twists and a surprisingly deep emotional core, enhancing the overall experience.
“The writing itself stands out, switching from humorous and heartfelt to suspenseful and chilling without missing a beat.”
“The story is engaging and mysterious, with good twists and a surprisingly hefty emotional core.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, primarily appealing to players who are focused on completing achievements rather than providing a compelling reason to revisit the content.
“Not much replayability unless you're after achievements.”
“The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough, lacking new content to explore.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its clever writing, seamlessly blending lighthearted and heartfelt moments with suspenseful and chilling elements, creating a dynamic and engaging experience.
“The writing itself stands out, switching from humorous and heartfelt to suspenseful and chilling without missing a beat.”
“The game is filled with clever puns and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the characters have such quirky personalities, making even the most serious moments feel lighthearted.”