Gore Screaming Show
- November 11, 2022
- Black Cyc
Get on Steam"Gore Screaming Show" is a first-person shooter horror game where players must navigate through a haunted carnival filled with grotesque creatures. Armed with a variety of weapons, players must survive waves of enemies and solve puzzles to uncover the carnival's dark secrets. With procedurally generated levels and permadeath, each playthrough offers a unique and challenging experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a compelling and engaging horror mystery that keeps players invested.
- The character design, artwork, and soundtrack are high quality, enhancing the overall experience.
- It offers a variety of routes and endings, providing replayability and depth to the story.
- The game suffers from excessive and repetitive H-scenes that detract from the horror elements.
- Many players found the writing and character development to be lacking, with some routes feeling generic and uninteresting.
- The inclusion of disturbing themes and underage content has raised significant concerns among players.
- story30 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story is a mixed bag, with engaging horror elements and unique characters, but it suffers from pacing issues and repetitive routes, particularly due to an overemphasis on explicit content that detracts from the narrative. While some routes, like Yamiko's, provide deeper backstory and emotional depth, others feel underdeveloped and simplistic. Overall, the game offers a compelling psychological horror experience, but its execution leaves much to be desired, leading to a somewhat disappointing conclusion for many players.
“The story is very gripping and most of the characters are all very unique and interesting.”
“This game is story-dense, with rich characters, and it also has high quality art & music.”
“The story hooks you right at the beginning and keeps feeding you some intriguing details and scenes all the way through.”
“Too many things feel so left out from what the story was trying to convey.”
“Unfortunately, on repeat playthroughs targeting different heroines, the first half of the story was a little too repetitive.”
“I don't mind reading 18+ material and enjoy it sometimes, but this game has more explicit content than actual plot, and it's ridiculous.”
- music10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive and atmospheric qualities, effectively enhancing the emotional depth of the story and characters. Reviewers note that the original soundtrack (OST) skillfully evokes a range of feelings, from heart-wrenching moments to intense terror, making it a standout feature that complements the game's rich narrative and artwork. Overall, the combination of great writing and music contributes significantly to the game's impact.
“I really like the art, and the OST was really immersive.”
“The OST is perfect and knew how to tug at the heartstrings - or, on the other hand, knew how to cause absolute terror.”
“The soundtrack adds a lot to the atmosphere, as well as the voice acting.”
“This game is story-dense, with rich characters, and it also has high quality art & music.”
“If you want some seriousness or adult writing in horror/thriller, you better go to works like Saya no Uta or Dead End Aegis or Swan Song or Umineko, etc.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its intense and engaging story, well-developed characters, and a diverse soundtrack, culminating in a heartfelt and wholesome conclusion that resonates deeply with players, often evoking strong feelings and even tears.
“But if you can handle this, what awaits you at the end is an intense and emotional story, engaging characters, excellent artwork, and a highly diverse and atmospheric soundtrack.”
“But what I found at the end was an emotional and wholesome story about how it all happened and what made Yuka, who is the main villain with her funny clown friend, a sadist and the true definition of insanity, and it was all worth reading through to the end.”
“Almost made me cry.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their excellent artwork, contributing to an intense and emotional storytelling experience. Players appreciate the engaging character designs and the overall atmospheric presentation that enhances the gameplay.
“What awaits you at the end is an intense and emotional story, engaging characters, excellent artwork, and a highly diverse and atmospheric soundtrack.”
“The graphics are stunning, bringing the world to life with vibrant colors and intricate details.”
“The character designs are beautifully crafted, making each one feel unique and memorable.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a diverse and atmospheric soundtrack, complemented by strong voice acting, which together create an intense and emotional experience. Players appreciate the engaging characters and excellent artwork that further enrich the overall ambiance.
“But if you can handle this, what awaits you at the end is an intense and emotional story, engaging characters, excellent artwork, and a highly diverse and atmospheric soundtrack.”
“The soundtrack adds a lot to the atmosphere, as well as the voice acting.”
“The game feels lifeless and lacks any real sense of immersion.”
“The environments are bland and fail to evoke any emotional response.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of dark comedy and emotional depth, particularly through the interactions between the main villain, Yuka, and her quirky clown companion. Players appreciate the balance of absurdity and heartfelt storytelling, making the experience both entertaining and meaningful.
“But what I found at the end was an emotional and wholesome story about how it all happened and what made Yuka, who is the main villain with her funny clown friend, a sadist and the true definition of insanity, and it was all worth reading through to the end.”
“Sugar laughing show now on Steam, lovely.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be engaging and enjoyable, with many stating it is not tedious at all.
“Not tedious in the slightest.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development for its engaging story and enjoyable character design, highlighting that these elements contribute significantly to the overall experience. The music also enhances the emotional depth of the characters.
“The story is amazing, the character design is a lot of fun, and the music is great!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a lack of effort in optimizing the game's engine, resulting in poor performance and stability issues.
“There also doesn't appear to be any effort put into improving the engine, performance, or stability.”
