Horror Squad
- February 26, 2021
- Cheesecake Dev
- 3h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Horror Squad" is a game that challenges you to explore haunted areas, complete rituals, and neutralize supernatural creatures with your team. You'll need to search for clues, use items left by failed squads, and choose between standing out as a hero or hiding from danger. The game warns that even what seemed like an easy task can quickly spiral out of control in these lands possessed by evil spirits.
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Reviews
- The game is fun and entertaining, especially when played with friends, providing a good mix of horror and humor.
- It has a unique gameplay style that differentiates it from other horror games like Phasmophobia, with interesting puzzles and mechanics.
- The initial scares and atmosphere are engaging, making it a decent experience for those looking for a light-hearted horror game.
- The game is plagued with bugs and glitches, making it frustrating and at times unplayable.
- There is a severe lack of content, with only one map available and no significant updates or new features since release.
- Many players feel the game is a cash grab, lacking originality and depth, often comparing it unfavorably to more polished titles.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over mechanics that feel unbalanced and bugs that detract from the experience. While some appreciate the unique elements and potential for fun, others criticize the lack of depth and the feeling of being an asset flip with minimal content. Overall, there is a consensus that improvements are needed to enhance the gameplay experience.
“It has some good gameplay mechanics, and if you have a full group it should take only a few hours to beat it.”
“Unique gameplay compared to Phasmophobia.”
“The devs just copied aspects about the maps, but the gameplay is 100% different.”
“Very bad game, really didn't like it. It's very terrible; I hate the mechanics and how the character kills you first even if you hit him first!”
“The lab felt like a place that was added in entirely to pad the gameplay time.”
“A shitty asset flip with one map, a heap of bugs, and barely an hour of gameplay.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with many players finding it hilariously entertaining, especially when playing with friends. While some wish for a more serious tone, the goofy elements and comedic interactions contribute to a fun and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's humor enhances its appeal, making it a memorable social activity.
“Playing with people that make it extra funny makes it much more enjoyable.”
“It's goofy and hilarious to play with friends.”
“The characters look kind of funny, but me and my friends had a blast playing this, and it was fun to actually have weapons.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players found enjoyment in the game despite these issues, many expressed frustration, with some even needing to restart due to the game becoming unplayable. Overall, the stability of the game appears to be a significant drawback.
“In its basic form, it is an entertaining game, but it began to lose favor after a few glitches made it difficult to continue. Very early on, I had to quit the game and start again as it got stuck.”
“Absolute horrible, buggy, garbage game.”
“Very buggy.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered nice, with some users appreciating the potential but noting that they could benefit from improvements such as sharper edges and more vibrant colors. However, technical issues, like glitches, have negatively impacted overall ratings, leading to mixed reviews.
“Actually, it's a nice game with nice graphics, but we need another mission or scenario.”
“For the graphics, gameplay, and potential, I would have given this a solid 7/10.”
“The graphics are normal (on ultra), but they could be improved by sharpening the edges, making them smoother, and enhancing the vibrancy of the map and moving elements.”
“The graphics are just average, even on ultra settings. The edges need to be sharpened, and the colors should be more vibrant to match the map and moving elements.”
“For the graphics, gameplay, and potential, I would have given this a solid 7/10, but the glitch with the escape key has brought it down to 5/10.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth and replayability, with players expressing a desire for more missions or scenarios. The solo missions are particularly criticized for being unengaging, and the inability for players to rejoin after dying detracts from the overall experience.
“It's not a fun game, and once a player dies, there's no way for them to continue the game with the others, even though the game is more of a story game and not a replayable one like Phasmophobia.”
“I've hardly played, but on a solo mission, it's really hard to want to stay and play by yourself.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, as players cannot continue after dying, which detracts from the overall experience. While it is primarily a story-driven game, it lacks the engaging replay elements found in similar titles like Phasmophobia. Future updates may improve its playability.
“Once it gets updated, it'll be more playable! I experienced no bugs at all.”
“It's not a fun game, and once a player dies, there's no way for them to continue the game with the others. The game is more of a story game and not a replayable one like Phasmophobia.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a unique and engaging scary atmosphere, particularly noted in its opening moments, which has been well-received by players.
“The game has a unique and scary atmosphere at the beginning, which I really enjoyed.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
“The haunting ambiance creates a sense of tension that enhances the overall experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the developer is criticized for focusing on cash grabs, with a tendency to quickly move on to new projects rather than improving existing games.
“The developers seem more focused on making money than creating a quality game experience.”
“It feels like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
“The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, turning what could be a fun game into a constant push for in-game purchases.”
