Horror Globes: Halloween nightmare
- October 30, 2020
- islaOliva Games
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Horror Globes" is a short, first-person horror adventure set on Halloween night, focusing on spatial sound and atmosphere. Join Allan, an 8-year-old boy, as he explores an old property, encountering chilling supernatural events and mysterious phenomena. Uncover the secrets of this haunted location contained within a collectible snow globe. Prepare for a thrilling, immersive experience.
Reviews
- The game features a charming map and a simple yet effective story, making it enjoyable to explore.
- It offers a good balance of puzzles, jump scares, and a creepy atmosphere, enhancing the overall horror experience.
- The game is short enough to be completed in one session, making it perfect for a quick Halloween gaming experience.
- There is no controller support and limited save points, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.
- Some players found the game to be too short and felt that the ending could have been more polished.
- The monster's speed can become a nuisance, making encounters feel overly challenging at times.
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story is simple yet engaging, effectively intertwining a creepy atmosphere with a detailed narrative about missing children on Halloween night. Players appreciate the twists and turns in the plot, which are complemented by clever puzzles and a well-crafted environment that enhances the horror experience. Overall, the storyline is both interesting and atmospheric, making it a standout feature for fans of the genre.
“Not only are you trying to gather pieces to complete your goal as well as candy, but you are unraveling a detailed storyline that takes some twists and turns.”
“The story is scary and interesting, the scenery is intense and atmospheric... the Halloween vibe is so real and so scary that this game instantly became a favorite!”
“You should play this because even though the creature hunting you isn't super detailed, it is very creepy and the story behind everything is a surprise well worth working through.”
“Very much worth playing this game if this is your preferred genre or if you are casually looking for a creepy Halloween game since it takes place on Halloween night and your character is trick-or-treating when they begin to unravel the story behind the missing children of the town.”
“The theme and story are there, the gameplay is smooth, and the jump scares 100% got me, and weren't overdone in my opinion.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, enhanced by effective graphics and sound design. Reviewers highlight the tension created through darkness and minimal flashlight use, contributing to a chilling horror experience. Overall, the combination of an engaging story, intense scenery, and a strong Halloween vibe makes the atmosphere a standout feature.
“The story was interesting and the atmosphere was spot on with the sounds and environment for a good horror game.”
“There is a very creepy atmosphere created with the graphics and soundscape, as well as how dark you need to keep it by rarely using your flashlight in order to not attract the main baddie.”
“The graphics and ambiance are solid, and the atmosphere is creepy from the beginning!”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are highly praised for their quality and optimization, effectively creating a creepy atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. Users appreciate the well-executed textures and the use of the Unity engine, noting that the visuals contribute significantly to the game's tension and ambiance. Overall, the graphics are described as excellent, with a smooth frame rate that supports the game's chilling elements.
“There is a very creepy atmosphere created with the graphics and soundscape, as well as how dark you need to keep it by rarely using your flashlight in order to not attract the main baddie.”
“The graphics and textures were well done, especially using the Unity engine.”
“The graphics and ambiance are solid, and the atmosphere is creepy from the beginning!”
“The graphics create a very creepy atmosphere, especially with the soundscape and the necessity to keep the environment dark by rarely using your flashlight to avoid attracting the main antagonist.”
“The graphics and textures are poorly executed, detracting from the overall experience.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games, making the visuals feel flat and uninspired.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its smooth mechanics and effective use of jump scares, which are well-timed and not excessive, enhancing the overall experience without overshadowing the theme and story.
“The theme and story are engaging, the gameplay is smooth, and the jump scares really got me without feeling overdone.”
“The controls are intuitive, making it easy to immerse myself in the gameplay experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay keeps you on your toes, with just the right balance of challenge and fun.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the opportunity to explore and gather resources, such as candy, before triggering events that could complicate stealth gameplay, suggesting that proactive exploration can alleviate the tedium often associated with grinding.
“I'm glad I searched the forest before a trigger event, which would make it much more tedious to be stealthy while searching for candy.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of fear and amusement, as players find the enemy monster to be both intimidating and comical.
“The enemy monster is scary and funny at the same time.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are highly optimized, contributing to a smooth visual experience.
“The graphics are very well optimized.”
