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Granny Remake is a single player action adventure game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Ferrite Labs and was released on July 19, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Granny Remake," players wake up in a barricaded room of an abandoned house and must escape before Granny, a merciless and terrifying character, catches them. The game features a dark and horror-filled atmosphere, where players must explore, solve puzzles, and avoid Granny's detection to escape. As the game progresses, players uncover the house's horrific secrets and learn about its dark past.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 398 reviews
graphics25 positive mentions
stability7 negative mentions

  • Granny Remake features impressive graphics and a terrifying atmosphere that enhances the horror experience compared to the original.
  • The gameplay is engaging, with a focus on stealth, exploration, and problem-solving, making each playthrough feel fresh and challenging.
  • The AI for Granny is notably smart, reacting dynamically to player actions, which adds to the tension and immersion.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including items not spawning and frequent crashes, which can hinder the overall experience.
  • Many players feel that the remake strays too far from the original's charm and gameplay mechanics, making it less enjoyable for fans of the original Granny.
  • The lack of official permission from the original developer has raised concerns about the game's legitimacy and ethical implications.
  • graphics
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this game have received widespread acclaim for their impressive realism and detail, significantly enhancing the overall atmosphere and tension compared to the original. Players appreciate the improved textures, lighting, and character models, particularly noting how these elements contribute to a more terrifying experience. Overall, the visuals are described as outstanding, making the game visually engaging and immersive.

    • “Great graphics, game is scary.”
    • “The graphics, items, granny model, everything!”
    • “This game has amazing, outstanding graphics.”
    • “You have lots of riddles, pretty graphics but... I can't unlock achievements and I don't know why.. I hope you'll patch this bug.”
    • “Combined with the mundane, generic visuals of the environments and objects, it becomes nearly impossible to find those items again, leading to a frustrating loss of progress, and unnecessary restarts.”
    • “A love this game it got soo much graphic I don't recommend for Mac/normal laptop users; I recommend gaming laptops or gaming PCs. Have fun if you bought it.”
  • gameplay
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the Granny remake has received mixed reviews, with some praising its refined mechanics, atmospheric tension, and modern visuals, while others criticize it for being buggy, less intuitive, and lacking the charm of the original. Players appreciate the stealth and problem-solving elements, but many feel that the remake fails to deliver a cohesive experience, with unclear objectives and frustrating gameplay issues. Overall, while the graphics and atmosphere are commendable, the gameplay has left some fans disappointed compared to the original.

    • “Granny remake, developed and published by ferritelabs, reimagines one of the most notorious indie horror experiences with a modernized visual presentation, refined gameplay systems, and an even greater focus on atmosphere and tension.”
    • “The remake retains the essence of the original while enhancing the experience with richer environments, more responsive mechanics, and a deep understanding of how fear thrives in confinement.”
    • “Gameplay in Granny remake revolves around stealth, exploration, and problem-solving.”
    • “This game is actually worse than the original (the developer is not the same anyway), it has some major problems especially in gameplay.”
    • “And most importantly, the gameplay itself is very buggy and in places not intuitive at all. In almost 4 hours of play (I did like 7-8 separate runs), I couldn't finish the game once.”
    • “I mean, it's alright but not really worth the money. Yes, it looks better than the original Granny, but the actual Granny model looks kind of funny, the animations look janky and kind of stupid, the game isn't scary, and gameplay is worse than the original Granny, with your objective being much less clear at all times.”
  • atmosphere
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The "Granny Remake" excels in creating a dark and unsettling atmosphere, enhanced by modern visuals and refined gameplay that heighten tension. Players appreciate the effective use of light and shadow, along with immersive sound design, which collectively contribute to a creepy and engaging experience. However, some users noted that the loud jumpscare sounds can detract from the overall atmosphere, indicating a need for adjustable audio options.

    • “Granny remake, developed and published by Ferritelabs, reimagines one of the most notorious indie horror experiences with a modernized visual presentation, refined gameplay systems, and an even greater focus on atmosphere and tension.”
    • “The recent Halloween update added a wonderfully creepy and immersive style, with unique visuals, sounds, and overall atmosphere.”
    • “Overall, I would say this version is promising; the atmosphere is far darker and more unsettling.”
    • “The room could have eerie lighting and an atmosphere of ancient, dark rituals, with a large, old book lying somewhere, possibly detailing forbidden knowledge or rituals.”
    • “This remake hit the nail on the head with the atmosphere, even if it lost its charm, but fell behind in gameplay.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is minimalistic, focusing on survival rather than elaborate narratives or cutscenes, with the player's choices under pressure creating a unique experience. However, some players express a desire for more developed storylines and characters to enhance replayability. Overall, the lack of a traditional story may leave some players wanting more depth.

    • “The act of surviving becomes its own story, told through the decisions you make under pressure.”
    • “This would enhance the replayability and allow players to explore the story in different ways.”
    • “(2) more story and characters”
    • “There are no elaborate storylines or cutscenes to distract from the experience—only you, the house, and your captor.”
    • “☐ no story”
    • “☐ no story”
  • stability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including freezing issues and a lack of intuitiveness. Many players have experienced significant performance problems, making it difficult to complete the game. Overall, the stability is described as poor, with the game being labeled a "buggy mess."

    • “And most importantly, the gameplay itself is very buggy and in places not intuitive at all. In almost 4 hours of play (I did like 7-8 separate runs), I couldn't finish the game once.”
    • “The game is a good remake of the original Granny, although its performance is much worse and there are a lot more glitches than the original.”
    • “This game doesn't work; it just freezes.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game effectively enhances the atmosphere, with unsettling cues that evoke a sense of dread, reminiscent of a popular song about granny's house. The addition of festive holiday music and decorations in the New Year mode creates a unique blend of cozy and suspenseful elements. Players also appreciate the ability to play their own music through the in-game radio, adding a personal touch to the experience.

    • “New year mode – adds festive decorations, winter elements, glowing lights, and holiday music, creating a cozy yet suspenseful granny experience with a winter holiday theme.”
    • “Aside from the graphics, some things I thought were cool about this version of the game were the ability to play any song from your computer on the radio (even if it works as a poor distraction and granny doesn't come to turn it off).”
    • “The sharp slam of a door, the distant shuffle of granny’s footsteps, or the dissonant musical cue that announces her approach create a sense of claustrophobic dread.”
    • “This is like that one fgteev song about granny's house.”
    • “Aside from the graphics, some things I thought were cool about this version of the game were the ability to play any song from your computer on the radio (even if it works as a poor distraction and granny doesn't come to turn it off), and how granny moves you to a new holding cell every time you get caught.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with many users reporting constant crashes and significant lag, rendering it nearly unplayable. While some players note that it performs adequately on higher-end hardware, the overall experience is marred by glitches and poor performance compared to the original version.

    • “Update: My 1050 Ti runs it in 2K resolution (2560x1440) at 30-40 fps, so it has good performance.”
    • “Horribly optimized, crashes constantly, and therefore completely unplayable.”
    • “You didn't do any optimization; why is it lagging like this?”
    • “The game is a good remake of the original Granny, although its performance is much worse and there are a lot more glitches than the original.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that the game's brevity and focus on mastering mechanics contribute to its replayability, as it encourages perfecting timing and exploring the environment. However, some users note that the original version offers more content and charm, making it a more appealing option for those seeking greater replay value.

    • “The brevity ensures the tension never overstays its welcome, and the replay value stems from mastering the environment and perfecting your timing rather than from scripted narrative developments.”
    • “This would enhance the replayability and allow players to explore the story in different ways.”
    • “The original Granny is also officially available on Steam, for a cheaper asking price than this 'remake', and has considerably more content, replay value, and charm.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss; while some find it amusing and entertaining, others feel it falls flat due to janky animations and a lack of clarity in gameplay. The game's attempt to differentiate itself from the original Granny is seen as both funny and a clever way to avoid copyright issues, though overall, the humor may not justify the price for some players.

    • “Is very funny and scary.”
    • “They brand this as a different game with a different vision which is ultra funny; they just don't want to get hit with a copyright strike.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a task that could require a second life to fully accomplish.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The original mobile release is free to play, but it includes intermittent advertisements, which may affect the overall user experience.

    • “The original mobile release is free, but it comes with somewhat intermittent advertisements.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and not worth the value they provide.”
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Granny Remake is a action adventure game with horror and mystery themes.

Granny Remake is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 9 hours playing Granny Remake.

Granny Remake was released on July 19, 2023.

Granny Remake was developed by Ferrite Labs.

Granny Remake has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Granny Remake is a single player game.

Similar games include Granny: Escape Together, Escape the Backrooms, Escape the Ayurok, CASE 2: Animatronics Survival, Backrooms: Escape Together and others.