Hallways
- June 18, 2024
- Lost Frame Development
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Get on itch.io Store"Hallways" is a survival game where you must make it through the night until 6am, while trying to conserve building power to keep the hallway lights on and deter attacks from a creature named "Whiskers." Use a generator to charge your laptop and complete tasks for flashlight charges and security management. With non-linear gameplay and a strong AI, each playthrough is unique and may include special Easter eggs.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique enemy customization feature, allowing players to personalize their experience.
- It successfully creates tension and jump scares, reminiscent of classic horror games like Five Nights at Freddy's, but with modern twists.
- The visuals and sound design are high quality, contributing to an immersive horror experience.
- There are not enough audio cues to indicate the killer's position, which can detract from the gameplay experience.
- Some players feel the game reuses content from previous titles, making it feel less original.
- The game lacks clear indicators for how long players need to survive, which can lead to confusion during gameplay.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and increased difficulty, particularly during the Halloween event, which enhances tension and challenge. Players appreciate the introduction of a "custom killer" feature and the bunker map's focus on core mechanics, though some suggest improvements like additional sound cues and more diverse upgrade options to further enrich the experience. Overall, the gameplay loop is described as simplistic yet effective, with room for enhancement based on player feedback.
“Happy to see that the Halloween event got a full version, mechanics fleshed out nicely and not as camping easy as the original. It's good to see a new and creepy killer worth what it is costing.”
“Especially on higher difficulties (later nights), the tension that builds in this otherwise simplistic gameplay loop is really special, and consistent across the developer's other titles.”
“After 30 minutes of playing this game and passing through the first level, here are some suggestions on how to improve the game when it comes to gameplay: - more sounds related to gameplay and 'whiskers' position (even fake ones) - replacing the siren with something more mechanics-changing (making the game more difficult when the siren is on gameplay-wise so the player really has to reset it in order to not be at a disadvantage, because you can easily get used to the siren and ignore it) - giving players more options to spend the 'building battery' on, making the gameplay more diversified.”
“The bunker map opts for a more straightforward and challenging design, removing ambient lights and placing focus on the core flashlight mechanic.”
“One win could equal one ding point, and players could save up for gameplay-enhancing upgrades.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for enhanced storytelling elements in the game, suggesting the inclusion of news reports or similar narrative devices to reveal the antagonist's plans and identity. Additionally, they recommend incorporating letters or mini-levels to enrich the plot and provide a more immersive experience.
“The long-term story progression could be enhanced by incorporating news reports or similar elements that reveal whispers' devious plans or identity, much like in 'Stranger'.”
“Adding plot and story elements to the game would be amazing, such as including letters or mini-levels between the main levels.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises, diminishing the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, particularly through the "custom killer" feature that allows for amusing character swaps, resulting in unexpected and funny gameplay scenarios.
“The 'custom killer' feature from Stranger returns, allowing players to swap whiskers for other characters, making for hilarious gameplay twists.”
“The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout the entire game.”
“The humor is spot-on, with clever puns and unexpected jokes that keep the gameplay light and entertaining.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their high-quality visuals, showcasing impressive detail and aesthetics that enhance the overall gaming experience.
“The game features high-quality visuals that truly immerse you in its world.”
“The graphics are stunning, showcasing incredible detail and vibrant colors.”
“Every environment is beautifully rendered, making exploration a visual delight.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users reporting no bugs or performance issues, resulting in a smooth gameplay experience.
“The game runs smoothly with no bugs or performance issues.”
“I am impressed by the optimization; everything works seamlessly.”
“The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the game for all systems.”
