Horror Squad

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Horror Squad is a single player and multiplayer survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Cheesecake Dev and was released on February 26, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

"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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Audience ScoreBased on 174 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game is fun and provides a good time when played with friends, especially with its chaotic and fast-paced gameplay.
It has some effective jump scares and a unique atmosphere that can be entertaining, particularly for those who enjoy horror games.
The puzzles and mechanics offer a decent challenge, making the gameplay engaging despite its flaws.

The game is plagued with bugs and glitches, which can severely disrupt the experience and make it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of content, with only one map available and no updates or additional chapters since its release, leading to a feeling of abandonment.
Many players find the game to be a cheap imitation of other horror titles, lacking originality and depth in gameplay.

gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
63%
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The gameplay is characterized as fast-paced and chaotic, particularly enjoyable with friends, but suffers from clunky mechanics and a lack of clarity. While some players appreciate the cooperative elements and the potential for fun, many criticize the game for its poor sound design, bugs, and a sense of unoriginality, with calls for significant improvements. Overall, the experience varies widely, with some finding it engaging in a group setting, while others deem it frustrating and lacking depth.
- “The gameplay is fast-paced, chaotic, and surprisingly fun with friends.”
- “The gameplay loop was fine, similar to other co-op games with finding keys, ritual items, healing items, and clues/interactions to progress the quest.”
- “It has some good gameplay mechanics, and if you have a full group it should take only a few hours to beat it.”
- “The gameplay isn't clear, the assets are stolen as well.”
- “Mechanics are clunky, sound design is weak, and there’s zero sense of dread.”
- “A shitty asset flip with one map, a heap of bugs, and barely an hour of gameplay.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, particularly when played with friends, as it enhances the overall experience and makes the gameplay enjoyable despite its flaws. Many players find the game to be goofy and hilarious, often noting that its comedic elements contribute to a fun atmosphere, even if they wish for a more serious tone at times. Overall, the game's humor is a significant factor in its appeal, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “This game is bad... yes, but it's so funny to play with friends, so that makes it good. Anyone who reviews this game badly just had no friends.”
- “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.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and desynchronization issues that significantly detract from the experience. Many feel that the game appears abandoned and lacks polish, leading to frustration and a loss of enjoyment. While some players found it entertaining despite the bugs, the overall consensus is that the game's stability is severely lacking.
- “Seriously, $5 for a one-map game that has so many bugs and glitches? Who would bother buying this?”
- “Beautiful, laggy, buggy, desyncing mess of a game.”
- “The game is buggy, minimal work seems to have gone into design, and after a semi-poor reception at launch, it seems to have been abandoned.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has been criticized for lacking coherence and depth, with players finding it unengaging and filled with clichéd horror tropes. Many feel that the narrative does not effectively support the gameplay, leading to a disjointed experience that fails to maintain interest, especially in solo missions. Overall, the story is perceived as low effort and not compelling enough to enhance the horror experience.
- “It's about the environment, the setup, the suspense, the story, the thrill; all that builds up to the art of 'horror' in every medium that the genre touches.”
- “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.”
- “Feels pretty low effort; the story doesn't make much sense, and everything generally feels janky.”
- “As I explored more of the map, I only saw horror trope after horror trope, not making any sort of sense to the story or objective the game was trying to tell.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics are generally well-received, with players appreciating the visuals but noting areas for improvement, such as sharper edges and more vibrant colors. However, technical issues, like glitches, have negatively impacted some users' ratings.
- “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 benefit from sharper edges, smoother textures, and more vibrant colors in 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 ESC key has taken it down to 5/10.”
- “The graphics are normal (on ultra), but you should sharpen the edges, make them smoother, and enhance the vibrancy of the map and moving elements.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is designed to elicit intense reactions from players, employing psychological and emotional manipulation techniques to evoke feelings of fear and anxiety.
- “The game masterfully evokes a range of emotions, leaving players feeling deeply connected to the characters and their struggles.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the story; it made me reflect on my own life and the choices I've made.”
- “The emotional depth of the narrative is astounding, creating moments that linger long after the game is over.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a unique and engaging scary atmosphere, particularly noted in its opening moments, which has resonated positively with players.
- “The game has a unique and scary atmosphere at the beginning, which I really enjoyed.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The haunting sound design and visuals create a chilling atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 to prioritize profit over player experience, constantly pushing for more microtransactions.”
- “It feels like every aspect of the game is designed to squeeze money out of players, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, turning what could be a fun game into a frustrating cash grab.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The game lacks replayability, as players cannot continue after dying, which diminishes the overall experience. While it is primarily a story-driven game, it does not offer the same replay value as others in the genre, such as 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. Even though the game is more of a story game, it's not replayable like Phasmophobia.”
- “Once it gets updated, it'll be more playable. I experienced no bugs at all.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features iconic tracks, such as Michael Jackson's "Bad," which adds an energetic and nostalgic vibe to the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the choice of songs, enhancing the overall atmosphere and engagement.