"Horror Legends" is a multiplayer horror game where players can step into the shoes of famous horror characters, such as Jason Voorhees or Freddy Krueger. The game offers a variety of modes, including a 4vs1 mode where one player takes on the role of the powerful horror legend while the others play as survivors trying to escape. Players can explore iconic horror movie settings, using unique abilities and weapons to survive or hunt down their prey.
The game is a fun and engaging experience, especially when played with friends, offering a unique twist on the asymmetrical horror genre.
The developers are active and responsive to the community, showing a commitment to improving the game and listening to player feedback.
The art style and atmosphere effectively capture the essence of classic horror movies, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
The game suffers from a very low player base, making it difficult to find matches without coordinating through Discord.
There are issues with the game's balance, particularly with some characters being overpowered, which can detract from the overall experience.
The game is still in early access and lacks polish, with some players reporting bugs and a need for more content and features.
gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics and depth, offering a fun and engaging experience that stands out among asymmetrical horror titles. Players appreciate the variety of character abilities and the emphasis on teamwork, while the comic book art style adds to the overall enjoyment. Despite being in early access, the mechanics are smooth and provide a solid foundation for future content, making it accessible for casual players and rewarding for those willing to master its complexities.
“Great game that takes the mechanics of asymmetrical horrors and turns them into a fun experience.”
“There's a great deal of depth to the gameplay for those willing to invest the time.”
“The gameplay, even for early access, is surprisingly good.”
“It's hard to show exactly how it feels to play this game in screenshots and gameplay videos - a large part of it is the process of learning the mechanics (of which there are many!) and figuring out how to work with the other survivors to complete them before the baddie picks you all off.”
“If the game took a slightly more Left 4 Dead approach to level design and spawning mechanics.”
“For early access, the gameplay elements establish a solid foundation for content to come.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising the unique art style, character designs, and atmospheric visuals that enhance the horror experience. While some reviews note that the graphics are not groundbreaking, they appreciate the effort put in by the small development team and the overall aesthetic that fits well with the Halloween theme. A few users have suggested that a graphics update could improve the experience further, but the game's charm and artistic direction are widely recognized.
“You can tell that a lot of care has been put into the whole thing, from the great soundtrack to the varied character designs with solid artwork.”
“This is a true Halloween game; the graphics are great, the characters are cool, and there are lots of different maps to play.”
“I love the art style and mechanics of the game.”
“The graphics aren't amazing, but it's a small team and the game still has a lot of atmosphere, so it's not really a problem.”
“Turns out, 8GB of RAM isn't enough if any portion of that is dedicated to VRAM for integrated graphics.”
“The only thing it really needs to get better is a graphics update; this game is pretty good for what it's worth, and I hope it gets better in the future.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere in "Horror Legends" is widely praised for its engaging and spooky qualities, effectively capturing the essence of classic 80s horror films. Despite modest graphics, the game compensates with strong character designs and well-crafted maps that enhance the overall eerie vibe. Players appreciate the combination of a comic book aesthetic and a soundscape that immerses them in a fun yet chilling experience.
“Horror Legends is an intelligent 5v1 asymmetrical horror game with great atmosphere and a comic book vibe.”
“The soundscape and atmosphere are engaging.”
“Positive notes: the character designs are amazing, especially the monsters, and the maps are well done with a good scary atmosphere.”
“Dude, seriously, the atmosphere soaks up all the old cheesy horror movies of the 80s, like Evil Dead and so on.”
“Very fun asymmetrical horror, with an actual spooky atmosphere.”
“This game already nails one thing: the atmosphere!!!”
monetization
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The game features a player-friendly monetization model, with no aggressive microtransactions or in-game purchases, allowing everything to be earned through gameplay. Priced at $11 CAD, it is well-received for its fair approach and potential for success with effective marketing.
“It's also made by a really swell dev team who listen to fan ideas and don't force aggressive microtransactions or months of grinding down your throat.”
“Really cool game, everything is earned, no in-game purchases which is how it should be!”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and fittingness to the genre, showcasing a well-crafted soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the attention to detail, noting that the unique abilities of characters are complemented by their own distinct musical themes, adding depth to the gameplay.
“You can tell that a lot of care has been put into the whole thing, from the great soundtrack to the varied character designs with solid artwork.”
“The killers also have interesting and unique abilities, as well as alternate travel modes, charge attacks, and some have their own music!”
“I love the sounds/music and it fits pretty well to the genre.”
story
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The game features an old-fashioned storytelling approach, incorporating unlockable comic books that provide rich backstory and lore about the game world, which players find engaging and intriguing.
“The game has an old-fashioned feel to it and comes with a story and comics to read that you can unlock.”
“The game has an old-fashioned feel to it, coming with a story and comics to read that you can unlock.”
“There's also lore in the form of comic books that gives backstory on the world that you play in, and the lore gets juicy.”
character development
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Reviewers highlight the impressive character development through exceptional character designs and artwork, particularly praising the creativity of the monsters. The overall attention to detail, including the soundtrack and atmospheric maps, enhances the immersive experience of the game.
“You can tell that a lot of care has been put into the whole thing, from the great soundtrack to the varied character designs with solid artwork.”
“The character designs are amazing, especially the monsters, and the maps are well done with a good scary atmosphere.”
grinding
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Players appreciate that the game avoids aggressive microtransactions and excessive grinding, highlighting the developer's responsiveness to fan feedback and commitment to a more enjoyable experience.
optimization
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The game is reported to run smoothly and is highly optimized, with multiple users praising its performance.
“The game runs smoothly and is optimized exceptionally well.”
“The game runs smoothly and is optimized exceptionally well.”
humor
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing voiceovers of the characters, which contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere. Additionally, the diverse abilities of the characters add a layer of comedic potential, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“The humans have funny voiceovers, simple kits, yet are diverse in their abilities.”
replayability
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Reviewers emphasize that a game's replayability is enhanced by offering a variety of experiences while maintaining uniqueness, highlighting the skill of the developers. A strong replay value indicates thoughtful design and creativity in gameplay mechanics.
“The game offers a wealth of variety and replayability, showcasing the developer's talent in creating a unique experience.”
“With multiple paths and choices, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making you want to dive back in for more.”
“The replayability factor is off the charts, as every decision you make leads to different outcomes and experiences.”
stability
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Users report stability issues with the game, attributing crashes and system restarts to potential programming flaws in the game's scene rendering. However, as the game is still in early access, there is optimism that these issues will be resolved in future updates.
“I think it was something to do with how the game was programmed to render its scenes. It sounds buggy, but this game is still in early access; things will improve. I was playing a few other games and ran a benchmark test in one of them with the same overclock, yet I don't recall those games crashing or causing my system to restart itself. I'm most certain it was the game or game engine, as I'm sure my overclock was stable since if it wasn't, the other applications would have given me issues as well.”