Hauntsville

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"Hauntsville is a single-player or multiplayer simulation game set in a ghostly western town during the American West era. Build a homestead, scavenge for supplies, and fend off menacing creatures to survive the night. Immerse in the Cursed West's rich history and folklore as you fight for your life."

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Play Modes

+10

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

atmosphere7 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The game features an intricate building system that allows for creative construction and crafting, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
The atmospheric visuals and sound design effectively create a tense and immersive environment, making exploration and survival engaging.
The multiplayer aspect encourages teamwork and adds depth to the survival mechanics, making it a fun experience when played with friends.

The game is currently unfinished and plagued by bugs, including glitches with building mechanics and performance issues that can disrupt gameplay.
Some gameplay elements, such as enemy AI and resource rewards, feel underdeveloped, leading to a less rewarding exploration experience.
Audio balancing issues and rough edges in the user interface detract from the overall polish and enjoyment of the game.

atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
9%
27%
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its intense and immersive qualities, effectively creating a sense of tension and fear, particularly in its haunting wild west setting. While some audio levels may be inconsistent, the sound design enhances the experience, making players feel as though they are always being watched. Overall, the combination of vivid visuals and dynamic systems contributes to a captivating and atmospheric adventure that keeps players on edge.
- “This game delivers an incredible balance of tension, terror, and exploration, all set in a hauntingly atmospheric wild west world.”
- “The sound design is fantastic, creating an atmosphere where you constantly find yourself looking over your shoulder, expecting a monster behind you.”
- “An atmospheric western survival game that takes you into the dark and dangerous world of the wild west.”
- “Some audio levels are off, but it nails a creepy atmosphere, especially at night—you constantly feel like something is lurking behind you.”
- “The atmosphere in the game is really intense and you should always listen while building your house.”
- “An exciting western with an atmosphere where every step is a challenge.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
37%
The gameplay is dynamic and engaging, featuring a mix of building mechanics, survival elements, and cooperative play that enhances the experience, especially during nighttime challenges. Players can create various contraptions and traps, while the darker environment encourages teamwork. Although some mechanics could be improved, the overall experience is captivating and visually appealing, blending western horror with survival gameplay.
- “You can use the building to create different contraptions, traps, catapults, etc. The survival mechanics are simple yet fun with your friends, such as better health regeneration and cooking food with more people at the fire.”
- “The gameplay here is very dynamic and varied.”
- “Hauntsville offers a unique blend of western horror and survival mechanics, immersing players in a haunting cursed west setting.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their stunning visuals and immersive environments, effectively capturing the eerie beauty of the wild west. While many players appreciate the colorful and realistic graphics, some report minor issues and bugs that detract from the overall experience. The visuals enhance the gameplay, especially in multiplayer mode, making it a worthwhile investment for fans of the genre.
- “The stunning visuals and immersive environment truly transport you to the heart of the wild west.”
- “Also, the bright, colorful, and very realistic graphics immediately catch your eye.”
- “The visuals stand out, capturing the eerie beauty of the frontier, and the multiplayer mode is a great addition for co-op fans.”
- “The graphics are subpar and feel outdated, lacking the detail and polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game world.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized for poor and jittery performance, leading to discomfort for some players. Despite these issues, there is hope for future improvements, as many appreciate the game's concept.
- “However, the performance was so poor and jittery I was getting sick from playing it.”
- “I will follow the game in hopes that there are optimization improvements, as I love the concept!”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally view grinding in games as a potentially tedious activity, but many acknowledge that it can be rewarding when done effectively, providing valuable resources or progress.
- “Most farming in games feels like a waste of time, even if it rewards you when done properly.”
- “The grinding mechanics are tedious and often feel like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
- “I find the repetitive nature of grinding to be exhausting and it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be unstable, with numerous bugs indicating that it feels unfinished.
- “This game is unfinished and extremely buggy.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
300%
The story follows a cowboy on a quest to uncover the mysteries surrounding a town affected by a paranormal event, creating an intriguing narrative that blends elements of the supernatural with a classic Western setting.
- “You play a cowboy on his quest to find out what happened to the town you woke up in after some kind of paranormal event.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the player feeling disconnected from the protagonist's journey.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”