Hajis هاجس
- October 25, 2022
- VIOE
"Hajis" is a 1-4 player survival horror game where players must maintain their mental stability in an eerie mansion filled with unseen dangers. Any sound you make can trigger the mysterious force responsible for the disappearance of the game's previous explorers. Your mission is to work together to navigate the mansion's floors, uncover the truth behind your friends' fate, and avoid triggering the blind, sound-sensitive old lady known as "Juwaira."
Reviews
- The game is highly enjoyable and fun to play with friends, offering a unique cooperative experience.
- It features creative puzzles and a captivating atmosphere, making it a standout in the horror genre.
- The developer is praised for their efforts, and the game shows great potential for future updates and improvements.
- The game suffers from various bugs and technical issues, including disappearing items and glitches that hinder gameplay.
- There is a lack of checkpoints, making it frustrating to restart from the beginning after dying.
- Some players feel the game is too short and lacks sufficient content, with a desire for more levels and challenges.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features smooth movement and a decent interaction system, though it could benefit from improvements. Players appreciate the evolution of gameplay, highlighting the impressive sound and movement mechanics, as well as the challenging and entertaining puzzles.
“What truly captured my heart, however, was the evolution of the gameplay itself.”
“The sound and movement mechanics are awesome and scary; the puzzles are brain-melting and very entertaining to solve.”
“Nice gameplay movement and a decent interaction system (needs improvements).”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, with comparisons to Outlast highlighting its engaging narrative; however, some players feel it could benefit from a longer and more challenging storyline.
“The story is wonderful, reminiscent of Outlast, but it could benefit from a longer narrative and increased difficulty.”
“The storyline is nice.”
“The story feels underdeveloped and lacks depth, leaving players wanting more.”
“The narrative is confusing and fails to engage, making it hard to care about the characters.”
“There are too many plot holes that detract from the overall experience.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics have been significantly improved, transforming from previously lackluster visuals into a stunning and immersive experience that blends realism with surreal elements. This overhaul enhances the overall atmosphere of the game, making it visually captivating.
“The once lackluster visuals had been overhauled into a breathtaking spectacle, immersing me in a world that felt both chillingly real and fantastically surreal.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's music but suggest the addition of more volume control options, such as separate sliders for music and voice, to enhance the overall audio experience.
“Good game, just add more volume options like a music slider and voice slider.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have reported stability issues, particularly with the ghost character Juwaira, whose scream can glitch and persist indefinitely, leading to a frustrating experience.
“The ghost scream voice sometimes glitches and screams indefinitely, which is quite annoying.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced multiple instances of lag that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its masterful design, effectively immersing players in a dark and captivating environment that enhances the overall experience.
“It was a masterclass in atmospheric design, drawing me deeper into the game's dark embrace with each passing moment.”
“The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals created an immersive experience that left me breathless.”
“Every corner of the game world felt alive, filled with details that enhanced the eerie and captivating atmosphere.”