Graveyard Shift

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 211 reviews
  • story
  • atmosphere
  • graphics
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In "Graveyard Shift" , you play as Gary, a night security guard at the eerie Whispering Winds Cemetery. Starting at 5 PM, you must survive until 8 AM the next day. As strange occurrences unfold, both on camera and in person, Gary realizes this job will challenge his sanity and endurance. This game bankers on responsibility and genuine fear, offering realistic graphics and immersive 3D sound, rather than relying on vague puzzles.

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 211 reviews
atmosphere34 positive mentions
story11 negative mentions
  • The game has a stunning atmosphere and impressive graphics that create a spooky environment.
  • There are some genuinely effective jump scares that can catch players off guard, enhancing the horror experience.
  • Despite its short length, the game provides an entertaining experience for fans of indie horror games.
  • The game is very short, often completed in under two hours, leaving players wanting more content.
  • There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including inconsistent controls and poor optimization.
  • The story feels incomplete and lacks depth, with many mechanics and items mentioned in the controls that are not present in the game.
  • story56 mentions

    The game's story is generally perceived as short, simplistic, and lacking depth, with many players expressing disappointment over its abrupt ending and underdeveloped character backstories. While some appreciate the atmospheric setting and occasional scares, the narrative often feels incoherent and predictable, leading to frustration with its linear progression and reliance on jump scares. Overall, the story fails to engage players meaningfully, leaving them wanting more substance and clarity.

    • “The theme and story may be familiar, but I enjoyed the couple of hours I spent in this game.”
    • “Short story about a man starting work as an overnight shift cemetery caretaker, where the ghosts lead him into unraveling the mystery behind it and the demon that torments its paranormal residents.”
    • “I liked this game very much, the story was good and also the way you use the camera.”
    • “The jump scares get incredibly tiresome because it's all the game can seem to do to attempt to keep the player on edge, but since the story is totally nonsensical and the game doesn't make you think or react at all, I found myself completely uninterested in any of it and just wanted it to end.”
    • “The 'story' is uninspired and the few notes you are able to find are in broken English, grammatically incorrect, or just don't make sense.”
    • “The game relies almost solely on jump scares, has no real story progression other than 'go here, return to base, go there, return to base,' and has translations to English that are completely laughable.”
  • atmosphere50 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the stunning visuals and effective sound design that contribute to a haunting experience. While some mention the reliance on jump scares as a drawback, the overall ambiance is described as rich, tense, and capable of evoking feelings of dread. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay and execution, the atmospheric elements are consistently noted as a standout feature, making it a compelling choice for fans of horror.

    • “Great atmosphere, jump scares, everything needed for this genre.”
    • “The atmosphere was thrilling and I had an uncomfortable feeling the whole time.”
    • “The game and especially the atmosphere of the cemetery is beautifully crafted.”
    • “While the design and lighting drips with atmosphere, it's just another walking simulator with some decently set up jump scares.”
    • “I guess that the only good thing about this game is the atmosphere, but everything else is horrible.”
    • “I wish the game was less reliant on jump scares; I think a thick, creepy atmosphere does a lot more than just the typical loud noise plus scary face jumping at the camera, which we have seen a million times before.”
  • graphics38 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their atmospheric and eerie qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the realistic visuals and strong aesthetic appeal. However, there are notable criticisms regarding graphical glitches and inconsistencies, which detract from the overall experience. While some players found the visuals stunning and immersive, others felt that the graphics did not fully meet expectations, especially given the capabilities of Unreal Engine 5.

    • “Amazing graphics, sound effects, story.”
    • “Graphics are good; as for an Unreal Engine 5 title, the Lumen and Nanite are in action, making a realistic atmosphere and scary vibe.”
    • “Pros: the visuals are stunning, creating a rich and tense atmosphere.”
    • “There are also a massive amount of graphics glitches throughout the game that are impossible not to see.”
    • “Terrible graphics and weak storyline.”
    • “For the life of me, I don't understand how anyone liked this game... the graphics are poor, the game was short, the story was nonexistent, the game was just horrible in every way possible.”
  • gameplay27 mentions

    The gameplay is criticized for being overly simplistic and linear, with many mechanics and features feeling underutilized or incomplete, leading to a short experience of around one hour. Players noted a lack of meaningful interactivity and a reliance on unfulfilled mechanics, resulting in a sense of an unfinished product. While the game has its fun and scary moments, it suffers from bugs and poor design choices that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Gameplay is very familiar, allowing players to understand it quickly, but it uses mechanics artfully and with subtle regard.”
    • “The game is fun and scary, definitely worth the price, but there are still some bugs and glitches during gameplay that need addressing.”
    • “Definitively should not cost more than Scanner Sombre, a dungeon crawler/explorative horror game with only one mechanic that you actually have fun seeing in use for its 5 hours of gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay area feels a little underexplored, and combined with the lack of items for designated keybindings makes me suspect that it was a project cut short - no oil for a lantern?”
    • “Its incomplete state can be seen on numerous occasions, like in the incredible amount of features never used or used only once: there is a map, but you have to use it 2 times in the whole game; there is an HP bar, but you never lose HP; there is a sprint action, but you never need to sprint; there are sound and visual cues for a fear-related altered status that have no effects; there is a mechanic where you have to follow steps in the mud used only once; there is a fully programmed driving mini-game, used once; the ghosts can disable the cameras and this is used only once.”
    • “So basically the game was very linear to a fault and lacks any real gameplay apart from checking the cameras.”
  • stability12 mentions

    The game's stability is notably poor, with numerous bugs and glitches reported, including crashes, graphical issues, and gameplay interruptions that require players to restart from earlier saves. While some users found the experience enjoyable despite these problems, the overall consensus indicates that the game suffers from significant stability issues that detract from its potential.

    • “I would have liked to play this game but it was super buggy and it kept crashing.”
    • “There are also massive amounts of graphics glitches throughout the game that are impossible not to see.”
    • “The game is fun and scary, definitely worth the price, but there are still some bugs and glitches during gameplay, some of which allow players to go out of bounds, and some doors were not properly locked, leading to unintended exploration. Falling off the map leaves you with no choice but to restart the save.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its unexpected comedic elements, including funny jumpscares and poor grammar that adds to the overall charm. While some players find the humor outweighs the intended scares, they appreciate the game's comedic approach, suggesting it could benefit from improved graphics and more logical jump scares. Overall, the game is seen as entertaining and worth trying for its humor.

    • “Game wasn't scary; it was funny.”
    • “Pretty good game, with some funny jumpscares; worth a try!”
    • “The poor grammar is absolutely hilarious.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues even on systems that meet or exceed the recommended specifications. Many have noted excessive GPU consumption and a prevalence of bugs, leading to an overall disappointing experience.

    • “I did experience some performance issues, especially in the security hut for whatever reason. I ran it on medium settings even though my laptop exceeded the recommended specifications.”
    • “The game consumes too much GPU power and is not very well optimized.”
    • “I experienced significant performance issues, especially in the security hut for some reason. I ran the game on medium settings, even though my laptop exceeded the recommended specifications.”
    • “This is an extremely disappointing and mediocre horror game that is full of bugs, poor optimization, and cheap jump scares.”
    • “Very bad - only 1 hour of content, no jump scares at all, and poor optimization.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed feedback, with some players praising the great soundtrack, while others feel that the only standout piece is the radio song at the end.

    • “The only good thing in this game is the radio song at the end.”
    • “Great soundtrack.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, overshadowing the otherwise immersive atmosphere. The unpolished feel contributes to a sense of annoyance, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “While the atmosphere is quite detailed and immersive, literally just about everything else here is tedious and annoying.”
    • “I tried pushing through, but honestly, the unpolished overall feel of this game was so tedious I forgot I was playing a horror game.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game is noted for lacking replay value, leading some users to suggest waiting for a sale or free access to fully enjoy the experience.

    • “This game doesn’t have any replay value, so I recommend waiting until it’s on sale or free to enjoy it.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game requires significant improvement in its character development, alongside the plot and voice acting, suggesting that the characters lack depth and engagement.

    • “It is very clear there is much work to be done on this game's plot, voice acting, and character development.”
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