Haunted House
- September 28, 2010
- ImagineEngline
Get on Steam"Haunted House" is a survival horror game that challenges players to navigate through 20 levels of a haunted mansion filled with spooky enemies. Players must solve the mystery of their long-lost grandfather while avoiding terrifying ghosts. With enhanced graphics and updated gameplay, this updated version of the classic Atari game offers new scream-worthy chills and thrills.
PC
Windows
Wii
Xbox
Xbox 360
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the original Atari 2600 title, with updated graphics that evoke fond memories.
- It features fun gameplay elements like treasure hunting and puzzle-solving, making it a decent time-killer.
- The art style and story direction are appreciated, adding charm to the overall experience.
- The controls are often unresponsive and can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Many players find the game boring and repetitive, with minimal engagement and lackluster level design.
- There is a clear lack of content and features, such as achievements, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its poor controls, minimal engagement, and outdated mechanics, leading to a lack of entertainment and enjoyment. Reviewers note that the level design and overall effort appear subpar, making the experience feel unworthy of completion.
“With bad controls and super boring gameplay, this is just not fun or worth completing.”
“In older times, this would have been the game, but nowadays I sadly have to admit that the gameplay is outdated.”
“The gameplay is so minimal that it utterly fails to entertain.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the nostalgic update from the original Atari 2600 version, while others criticize the overall visual quality as subpar and lacking effort. Despite the graphical improvements, the game fails to fully engage both its intended younger audience and older fans of the original.
“The updated graphics to the original Atari 2600 game I used to play as a kid make me feel nostalgic.”
“What I have played of this game is fun, and the graphics really enhance the overall experience.”
“A clear lack of effort is evident in the subpar level design, outdated graphics, and poor gameplay.”
“Disappointing despite the graphical facelift.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and well-integrated with the game's art direction, encouraging players to explore the house for journals that enhance the narrative. However, some players noted that the controls could be improved for a smoother experience, particularly during key moments like boss levels that reveal additional story elements through cutscenes.
“I love the art and story direction, but sometimes the controls could be smoother and more responsive.”
“You search each level of the house, finding journals that you can read for more story and keys to unlock doors.”
“Then, like the fourth or fifth level, there is somewhat of a boss level which I beat and got a cutscene with a little story, encouraging me to search more of the house.”
“The story is fragmented and often feels disjointed, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The narrative lacks depth and fails to develop the characters meaningfully.”
“While the art direction is appealing, the story itself is underwhelming and doesn't deliver a satisfying experience.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, including unresponsive controls and frequent freezes during gameplay, particularly when triggering dialogues, which can occur regardless of ongoing actions or threats.
“The controls are not very good, and then you hit an invisible object that freezes you.”
“Frequently freezes during dialogues, regardless of on-screen actions or threats.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its humor and engaging gameplay elements like treasure hunting and collectibles, but the lack of achievements has led some players to lose interest.
“This game is hilarious! The humor is spot on and keeps me laughing throughout my playtime.”
“I love the witty dialogue and the quirky characters; they really add to the overall fun of the game.”
“The jokes and comedic situations are perfectly timed, making every moment enjoyable.”
