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Goosebumps Dead of Night

Sadly, Goosebumps Dead of Night is another failed attempt at converting a franchise we already know and love into a game that lives up to our expectations.
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74%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
82% User Score Based on 56 reviews
Critic Score 60%Based on 5 reviews

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About Goosebumps Dead of Night

Goosebumps Dead of Night is a single player casual platformer game with horror and kids themes. It was developed by Cosmic Forces and was released on June 19, 2020. It received neutral reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Slappy the Dummy has unleashed a nightmare of Goosebumps monsters, and they’re all out to get you! Escape from frightening creatures like the Graveyard Ghoul, Lawn Gnomes, Annihilator 3000, Murder the Clown, and the Werewolf of Fever Swamp as you collect the scattered pages of Slappy's book to seal him away. You’ll explore infamous Goosebumps locales for clues, hide from monsters, and solve Slappy…

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82%Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews
atmosphere4 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • Fun and engaging gameplay, especially for younger audiences.
  • Great voice acting, particularly by Jack Black, adds charm to the experience.
  • Improved version of the mobile game with new chapters and enjoyable puzzles.
  • The game is very short, with many players finishing it in under 5 hours.
  • Graphics and performance issues detract from the overall experience.
  • High price point is not justified given the limited content and replayability.

  • graphics

    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    20% positive mentions, 60% neutral mentions, 20% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cute design and level aesthetics, while others criticize the lack of graphical settings and overall quality, describing them as subpar or reminiscent of a demo. Many users note the absence of options like an exit button and customizable settings, which detracts from the experience, especially in a first-person context. Overall, while some find the graphics acceptable, others feel they do not meet the expectations for a full-fledged game.

    • “Cute graphics and level design for each section.”
    • “[well-crafted and genuinely fun, good graphics, Jack Black].”
    • “The graphics.”
    • “No graphics settings and exit button in the menu, only gamepad controls (in a first-person game!) it's trying to be interesting, but it resembles more of a demo or promo (which it is) than a full-fledged project.”
    • “However, here are the bad points: bad graphics, not scary, doesn't feel like a Goosebumps game, too short, too many achievements (seriously though, 1 achievement per death???).”
    • “No graphics options other than v-sync.”

  • gameplay

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 24% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions

    The gameplay is described as basic, featuring only three levels and approximately 2 hours of playtime, with an additional 3 hours for platinum achievements. Players engage in puzzle-solving, exploration, and light combat, primarily focusing on evading monsters. While the gameplay is considered acceptable, many reviewers feel the price does not reflect the limited content, suggesting a fair price of around $10 to $15.

    • “The gameplay is okay, but the game's price feels a bit goofy.”
    • “$10 is a fair price; I wouldn't pay more than $15 for the length of gameplay.”
    • “Only three levels, with about 2 hours of gameplay (and 5 hours for platinum).”
    • “Only three levels, 2 hours of gameplay (and 5 hours for platinum).”
    • “The game itself is pretty basic in terms of gameplay, requiring you to solve puzzles later on, find things, and some light gummy bear combat (yes, it's amazing as it is terrifying). For the most part, you will be hiding from monsters while traversing; a lot of the achievements are linked to getting killed by enemies, so there is that.”
    • “I'd say $10 is a fair price; I wouldn't pay more than $15 for the length of gameplay.”

  • atmosphere

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is highly praised, particularly in the second chapter, which many players consider the standout level due to its immersive and engaging environment.

    • “The second chapter was atmospheric and is easily the best level in the game for me.”

  • music

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, -25% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its great soundtrack, prominently featuring the theremin to create eerie sci-fi sounds that enhance the atmosphere.

    • “Great soundtrack (they use that theremin a lot for those creepy sci-fi sounds)”
    • “Great soundtrack (they use that theremin a lot for those creepy sci-fi sounds)”
    • “The soundtracks are repetitive and lack variety, making the gameplay feel monotonous.”
    • “I found the music to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
    • “The soundtracks don't match the game's atmosphere, leaving me feeling disconnected from the action.”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game experiences frequent random glitches that can disrupt gameplay, often requiring players to restart from the last checkpoint, which detracts from overall stability.

    • “There are random glitches that force you to restart from the last checkpoint.”
    • “The game is plagued with stability issues that disrupt the overall experience.”
    • “I had to deal with frequent crashes that made it frustrating to progress.”

  • optimization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The optimization of "Goosebumps: Dead of Night" has been criticized for its poor performance and high price point, which, combined with an incredibly short campaign, suggests it may struggle to find an audience.

    • “A greedy price tag, poor performance, and an incredibly short campaign make 'Goosebumps: Dead of Night' more likely to be dead on arrival.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and long loading times.”
    • “Despite its interesting premise, the lack of optimization results in a frustrating experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment.”

  • story

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story is often noted for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, drawing players into a compelling world. However, some reviews mention that certain plot points can feel predictable or clichéd, which may detract from the overall experience. Overall, the storytelling is generally well-received, with a mix of praise and criticism regarding its originality.

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60%Critics’ scoreBased on 5 critic reviews
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Play Times

2h Median play time
2h Average play time
2-2h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs
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Goosebumps Dead of Night is a casual platformer game with horror and kids themes. Common tags for Goosebumps Dead of Night include indie, steampunk and puzzle platformer.

Goosebumps Dead of Night is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Goosebumps Dead of Night.

Goosebumps Dead of Night was released on June 19, 2020.

Goosebumps Dead of Night was developed by Cosmic Forces.

Goosebumps Dead of Night has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked Goosebumps Dead of Night for its atmosphere but disliked it for its graphics.

Goosebumps Dead of Night is a single player game.

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