Greyhill Incident

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In "Greyhill Incident," experience a classic alien invasion set in the 90s as you navigate the small neighborhood of Greyhill, armed only with a baseball bat and revolver. As residents face increasing paranormal activities and fear government involvement, you must uncover the truth while surviving the invasion. With a focus on story and survival horror, players must carefully ration resources and avoid being sent to the psychiatric ward.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

38%

Audience ScoreBased on 328 reviews

story27 positive mentions

gameplay16 negative mentions

The atmosphere and graphics are well done, creating a creepy vibe that enhances the experience.
The chase sequences with the aliens are particularly engaging and add a sense of tension.
The game has potential and could be enjoyable for fans of alien and horror genres.

The game is very short, taking only about 2-4 hours to complete, which feels overpriced at full price.
There is a lack of direction and clarity in objectives, making it frustrating to navigate.
The stamina system is poorly designed, making movement cumbersome and limiting the player's ability to escape.

story
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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The game's story is generally perceived as short and lacking depth, with many players expressing disappointment over its abrupt ending and weak character development. While some appreciate the nostalgic alien abduction theme and atmospheric elements, others criticize the incoherent plot, poor dialogue, and frustrating navigation, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its potential, the storytelling often feels rushed and unsatisfying, leaving players wanting more closure and clarity.
- “Greyhill Incident is an extraordinary and immersive survival-horror game that captivates players with its nostalgic 90s setting and heart-pounding alien invasion storyline.”
- “I love the design and the story was good; I was sad we didn't get to see what was inside the ship, but I understand why it was called 'Incident'.”
- “The atmosphere and sound design are great so far, and I'm pretty interested to see how the story develops.”
- “That said, I feel like the story was missing some depth.”
- “The story has plenty of setup and reason to care, but it completely fails to deliver.”
- “The plot feels chaotic and the ending felt rushed.”
gameplay
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
67%
25%
The gameplay has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players citing frustrating mechanics, clunky controls, and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the atmospheric elements and potential of the game, the execution is marred by issues such as ineffective combat, confusing navigation, and numerous bugs, leading to a consensus that the gameplay is poorly designed and often unenjoyable. Overall, players feel that despite a promising premise, the gameplay fails to deliver, making it difficult to recommend.
- “I loved the mechanic of being able to stun them, which added a nice layer to the game that most games don't offer.”
- “As an ardent fan of the genre, I was pleasantly surprised by the game's unique blend of atmospheric exploration, tension-filled gameplay, and a gripping narrative.”
- “Love the realistic feel of the game, eerie atmosphere, and fun gameplay.”
- “I've played $6.99 indie dev games on Steam that offer triple the production, writing, and gameplay value this game has.”
- “The game looks nice, the lighting and atmosphere is eerie and fitting, but the actual gameplay is somehow atrocious.”
- “I had really high hopes for this game, the concept is amazing, but it is very poorly executed due to game-breaking glitches, performance, and the stamina mechanic is worse than The Evil Within.”
atmosphere
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the effective use of graphics, sound design, and lighting to create a tense and creepy environment. Players appreciate the unique blend of atmospheric exploration and horror elements, although some note that gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a standout feature, successfully evoking feelings of suspense and fear.
- “I recently purchased the 'Greyhill Incident' during the week-long deal offer in July 2024 and I highly recommend it to UFO aficionados. The game exceeded my expectations thus far; the atmosphere is incredibly creepy because I got the 'Abducted Edition' bundle with the found footage mode added, and I'm playing the game from the perspective of the camera operator walking through the story, which adds an extra special layer of raw terror.”
- “The atmosphere is great, the alien sounds are creepy, it makes the hairs on the back of my neck stand up.”
- “Great atmosphere kept me always on my toes throughout my play-through.”
- “Silent Hill 1 is a great example; the game came out in 1999 and has more atmosphere, exploration, and replayability than this.”
- “The atmosphere was very eerie and dark, which added to the challenge of the game.”
- “This is also destroying the atmosphere of the work and should be corrected with the highest priority.”
graphics
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
28%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, atmosphere, and aesthetic appeal, with many reviewers noting impressive visuals, lighting, and mood that enhance the overall experience. However, some players mention issues with darkness and graininess, which can detract from the visuals, and there are mixed opinions on the game's execution and mechanics. Overall, while the graphics stand out as a strong point, they are often overshadowed by other gameplay shortcomings.
- “Outstanding aesthetics, lighting, mood, etc.”
- “Let me start off by saying a small team making a game like this, a genre we don't get enough of, with graphics this impressive is incredible and fresh!”
- “Brilliant idea very atmospheric, spooky and the graphics were spot on.”
- “The graphics and the basic idea are fine; unfortunately, the execution is completely lackluster.”
- “Graphics are dark and spooky, but the aliens are crazy fast and hard to combat.”
- “The graphics are glitchy, the dialogue is ridiculous, and the story is incredibly one-dimensional.”
optimization
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including low frame rates and game-breaking glitches, particularly when streaming. However, some users have experienced smooth gameplay on their systems, suggesting that performance may vary widely depending on individual hardware configurations. Overall, there is a consensus that the game requires further optimization to improve stability and performance across a broader range of systems.
- “This game is a lot of fun, the atmosphere is great, performance is great on my system!”
- “I didn't have any large optimization or graphical glitches like others have; I think the game looks pretty good, especially being made by a small team.”
- “Performance and graphics are perfect, story is perfect, but gameplay mechanics need improvement.”
- “This was one of the worst optimized games I have ever played.”
- “Performance is a joke, even above recommended specs and at lowest settings my PC overheated before the opening credits finished.”
- “Something is definitely wrong with the optimization.”
humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mix of intentional and unintentional comedy, with players finding amusement in bizarre dialogue, quirky character interactions, and absurd scenarios, such as hitting aliens with a baseball bat. While some moments are genuinely funny, the overall execution is often described as incoherent and lacking depth, leading to a mixed reception where the humor alone may not justify the game's short length and price. Despite its flaws, many players appreciate the comedic elements, particularly in the context of a "bad" horror game experience.
- “The beginning portions are entertaining in how unintentionally funny some of the events are, like how unbothered the main character's kid is about literally anything going on before [spoiler] he gets abducted.”
- “Funny characters! Most of the characters in this game made me chuckle with their comments on what was going on or how they get taken.”
- “Some of the most unintentionally hilarious voice acting of all time, especially Brandon talking about the 'holiday home.'”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and clunky mechanics that hinder gameplay, such as overlapping audio, navigation issues, and unresponsive controls. While some players appreciate the developers' efforts to address these problems, many feel that the game is still in an alpha state, lacking essential fixes and optimizations. Overall, the consensus is that significant improvements are needed for a smoother experience.
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or stutters.”
- “The performance is impressive, providing a seamless experience throughout.”
- “Unfortunately, my game was far too buggy to continue beyond the scene where you retrieve the cat and return it to its rightful owner.”
- “It is not so much a game, but an alpha version at best, riddled with bugs and glitches that should have been addressed before release.”
- “Buggy as hell, gameplay is lacking, controller support doesn't work properly, there's no actual conclusion to the story, and the entire game is done in less than two hours.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally effective in creating tension, particularly during encounters with aliens, enhancing the atmosphere and fear factor. However, some players noted issues with repetitive looping and bugs that caused the chase music to persist, detracting from the experience. While the overall sound design is decent, the voice acting received criticism for being subpar.
- “Not using music except as an indicator that you have been spotted creates terrific tension that builds so much tension.”
- “10/10 beautiful atmosphere and the greys are terrifying, especially with that music they play when you get caught by one of them!”
- “I got scared several times by the aliens; the music added over it really puts the wind up you a bit.”
- “After 3 continuous alerts, the music sticks on a loop.”
- “Stealth feels bad; if an alien spots you, the chase music is still on, and the alien will find you in any hiding spot, no matter how well you line of sight them.”
- “Same music when you encounter an alien every time (the game bugged out at one point and I couldn't proceed to the next area because the spotted music continuously played).”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, with the slow movement of the main character contributing to a frustrating experience that feels akin to "grinding your teeth." Overall, the grinding mechanics are viewed negatively, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
- “This game is extremely tedious.”
- “The slow speed of the main character made this game extremely tedious.”
- “This game feels like grinding your teeth.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional responses to the game are polarized; some players feel a strong connection and excitement from initial encounters, while others express disappointment that leads to refunds, suggesting a divide between those who appreciate the game's unique approach and those who prefer more guided narratives.
- “The first encounter with the UFO made me feel it would be one of my favorite games.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters left a lasting impact on me.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the storyline and the choices I had to make.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game lacks replayability, with users noting that it offers little incentive to play again, and concerns about the use of purchased assets raise questions about its value for the $25 price tag.
- “This doesn't offer any replay value, and as far as I can tell, the assets aren't original; they're purchased. So again, why the $25 price tag other than to be a cash grab?”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The lack of meaningful choices or alternate endings makes replaying feel pointless.”
- “The game feels like a one-and-done experience. After finishing it, I found no reason to revisit, as the gameplay doesn't change and the story remains the same.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy has been criticized for lacking value, as the game offers no replayability and appears to rely on purchased assets, leading some to view the $25 price tag as a cash grab.
- “This doesn't offer any replay value, and as far as I can tell, the assets aren't original; they're purchased. So again, why the $25 price tag other than to be a cash grab?”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend more money on in-game purchases that don't enhance the experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be great but is bogged down by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player enjoyment.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Many users feel that while the character development in the game is strong, it could benefit from being more extensive to enhance the overall experience.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I loved how the characters evolved throughout the story, their growth was both believable and engaging.”
- “The depth of character development really drew me into the narrative, allowing me to connect with each character on a personal level.”