Heart-Lung Machine

About

“HEART-LUNG MACHINE is an intense horror game that focuses on delivering an exceptionally immersive VR experience.” You unsuspectingly venture into an abandoned underground complex and become trapped in darkness. With a dying flashlight, you navigate eerie corridors, searching for items to ensure your survival. As you're forced deeper, you uncover horrific secrets about the facility's past. Worse…

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

The game offers a good immersive horror experience with effective use of sound and atmosphere.
The developer is responsive to feedback and has made improvements based on player suggestions.
It's a fun and engaging title for those new to VR horror, providing a decent amount of spooks and puzzles.

The game lacks originality and may feel too simplistic for experienced players.
There are several technical issues, such as settings resetting and a lack of checkpoints, which can disrupt gameplay.
The story is minimal, leaving some players wanting more lore and narrative depth.

story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story is minimal, focusing primarily on gameplay mechanics that emphasize survival through physical interaction and stealth rather than a narrative-driven experience. Players are encouraged to engage with the environment rather than follow a traditional storyline.
- “Don't expect much story; this game's purpose is to let you use your body as your survival mechanism, hiding in corners, behind boxes, in lockers, etc. That's where it shines.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is described as basic yet effective, making it accessible for newcomers to VR horror experiences.
- “The gameplay is pretty basic, but it works, especially if you're new to VR horror.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its reliance on sound, enhancing the experience without the distraction of music or typical horror sound effects. This minimalist approach contributes to a more immersive and tense environment.
- “Since the monster also relies heavily on sounds, this feature actually adds to the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is really good; I like that there’s no music or eerie movie-style sound effects.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The absence of music and the use of eerie sound effects contribute to a compelling atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- “The atmosphere is really good; I like that there’s no music or eerie movie-style sound effects.”