HANGMAN

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HANGMAN is a single player puzzle game with horror and thriller themes. It was developed by ufotakeme and was released on October 30, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Hangman" is a suspenseful pixel art game where players solve a series of hangman puzzles to save a friend. The game features dark, atmospheric environments and notes left behind to decode. Players move using "WASD" and select options with a left click. The game includes a random mode and was created for the GAM135 class at USV.

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Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and creepy take on the classic Hangman concept, providing an unsettling atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
The art style and sound design are well-executed, contributing to the overall spooky vibe and making it enjoyable for fans of horror games.
It's a free game that offers a short but engaging experience, with multiple endings and replayability through random word mode.

The game is quite short, leading to a lack of substantial content and depth, which may leave players wanting more.
The secret level is frustratingly difficult due to invisible walls and slow character movement, making it hard to complete without significant trial and error.
Some players have reported technical issues, such as crashes during gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience.

graphics
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The game's art style is widely praised for enhancing its unsettling and creepy atmosphere, effectively aligning with its horror elements. However, some users note that the overall graphics quality is mediocre, which may deter certain gamers despite the game's free access. Overall, the aesthetics contribute positively to the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for many players.
- “I adore the art style, which makes the overall vibe of the game more unsettling and unnatural.”
- “The art style is great and plays well into the vibes of a creepy children's game.”
- “The art, the graphics, the music, and the atmosphere made this short, dynamic game a joy to play!”
- “This has some really mediocre looking graphics that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simple mechanics and quick playthroughs, making it accessible and enjoyable for many players. However, some users express disappointment due to a lack of clear rewards and the feeling that the gameplay does not require significant skill, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “Good art and fun gameplay!”
- “Gameplay is quite nice and simple.”
- “It has very simple mechanics and can be completed in about 2 minutes per playthrough.”
- “I'm not really sure what the reward is, but this part of the game feels so staunchly different from the core gameplay. It nudges you in a specific direction for every won game, and I just feel a bit disappointed overall because I want to see the ending but don't really have the patience to go through it. There's not really any skill involved, and it's more about something I personally struggle with.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, citing slow progression and repetitive tasks that detract from the overall experience.
- “Between the 'too slow' screen and the runback, it just feels too tedious to go back and do it over and over.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find myself spending more time grinding than actually enjoying the gameplay.”
music
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The music in the game is noted for its creepy quality, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere and enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “The art, the graphics, the music, and the atmosphere made this short, dynamic game a joy to play!”
- “Music is creepy.”
story
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The story is praised for its ability to evoke strong emotions, delivering a concise and engaging narrative that resonates with players.
- “Gave me chills and had a nice, quick story that was cool.”
replayability
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The game offers significant replayability, particularly through its random word mode, which enhances the experience and keeps it engaging despite its straightforward nature.
- “Great short spooky game! It's very straightforward, and I have no issues with the base game itself. There's plenty of replayability with the random word mode.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive art, graphics, and music that collectively enhance the overall experience, making it a joy to play.
- “The art, the graphics, the music, and the atmosphere made this short, dynamic game a joy to play!”