HOTEL GREENWOOD

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 71 reviews
  • story
  • atmosphere
  • graphics
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In "Hotel Greenwood," players step into the shoes of a detective, investigating a mysterious hotel where guests have been disappearing. The game features pixel art graphics and a narrative-driven experience, with players uncovering clues, solving puzzles, and interacting with various characters to unravel the hotel's secrets. With multiple endings and a rich, immersive atmosphere, "Hotel Greenwood" offers a unique and engaging adventure for mystery fans.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews
story11 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features a great atmosphere and sound design that effectively creates a sense of dread and tension.
  • The story is engaging, and the jump scares are well-placed, providing some genuine moments of fear.
  • Visually appealing with good graphics, the game is enjoyable for fans of horror, especially when purchased on sale.
  • The game is quite short, typically taking around 60-90 minutes to complete, which may not justify the full price.
  • Many players found the gameplay repetitive, often feeling like a walking simulator with limited interaction and exploration.
  • There are issues with optimization, including poor flashlight mechanics and a lack of settings for graphics and controls, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • story21 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its horror elements and atmosphere, while others find it rushed and lacking depth. Many reviews highlight the engaging premise and solid visuals, but note that the narrative feels incomplete or confusing, often resembling a basic horror tale. Overall, while the game offers spooky moments and a satisfying experience, it leaves players wanting a more developed storyline.

    • “The game includes a good story and you have to go around the hotel finding objects to help you get rid of the demon.”
    • “Solid indie horror film with a satisfying story, solid visuals, and a satisfying running time.”
    • “The story was cool, the game is beautiful, it plays well, the sound is great, the scares are tasteful, the voice acting is well done, and I loved the ending.”
    • “The story feels rushed, like it was missing parts.”
    • “It can certainly build that eerie feeling; however, the story is lacking any kind of depth whatsoever.”
    • “The story is honestly really patchy.”
  • atmosphere21 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unsettling and tense qualities, effectively creating a sense of dread and discomfort throughout the experience. Reviewers highlight the impressive sound design and graphics, which contribute to a creepy ambiance, although some note that the story may lack depth. Overall, the game is recognized for its ability to evoke fear and suspense, making it a compelling atmospheric horror experience.

    • “The sound design is done very well, and that is what helps to create the unsettling atmosphere, which I personally found quite effective.”
    • “The overall atmosphere, including sound and environment, is nicely done and it could even manage to give me the creeps at times.”
    • “Hotel Greenwood, before the 'scary part' where the game starts with the jumpscares, had one of the most unsettling atmospheres. It's rare that I say 'I'm scared' while playing horror games anymore, and this one did it.”
    • “The sound design, however, is done very well and that is what helps to create the unsettling atmosphere, which I personally found quite effective.”
    • “Atmosphere, scenario, and a feeling of tension that will haunt you throughout the game.”
  • graphics18 mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their artistic quality and detail, creating a creepy atmosphere that enhances the horror experience. However, players have noted significant optimization issues, as lower graphic settings can obscure important game elements, making it difficult to progress. Overall, while the visuals are a standout feature, they are hampered by technical limitations that affect gameplay.

    • “The graphics are fantastic; I mean, it's like a work of art with well-detailed textures!”
    • “The game is polished and looks amazing on ultra settings for the graphics.”
    • “Scares were well done with some beautiful graphics and sound design.”
    • “My only issue with the game is that you must play on high graphics; otherwise, you lose game information and cannot progress until you do so.”
    • “My PC was temperamental while playing the game, and I had to play on medium quality. I was running around unable to find a clue that was just there because it was not visible with medium graphics.”
    • “Optimization is horrible; the lighting is insufficient. If you play at low to medium graphic presets, don't even expect to solve the puzzles.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its intuitive design and atmospheric elements, particularly for an indie horror title, earning a score of 9/10 from some players. However, many reviewers note the game's brevity and lack of depth, with gameplay primarily revolving around simple tasks like finding keys and objects, and lacking more engaging mechanics or puzzles. Overall, while the concept and story are appreciated, there is a desire for more substantial gameplay in future iterations.

    • “Gameplay is very well designed and intuitive for an indie horror game.”
    • “9/10 for the gameplay and atmosphere.”
    • “I enjoy the gameplay and atmosphere, but the game is short for $9.99.”
    • “I liked the idea, though, and the story was good. I hope the devs expand upon this idea with a game that has actual gameplay mechanics instead of a treadmill.”
    • “The game itself is short, and once I played with GE-Proton, it took me less than an hour to complete. It's your normal free or bought source code, with model/texture assets. The sound is okay, but the gameplay consists of walking around and finding keys, letters, objects, and door codes. There are no real puzzles, and you don't run away from ghosts or monsters. The jump scares are nothing special.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users reporting poor performance even on decent hardware. Many have noted that low to medium graphic settings severely hinder gameplay, particularly in puzzle-solving, indicating a lack of adequate graphical adjustments. Overall, the optimization is considered one of the game's weakest aspects.

    • “The game is not bad at all, just poorly optimized.”
    • “Optimization is horrible; the lighting is insufficient. If you play on low to medium graphic presets, don't even expect to solve the puzzles.”
    • “This must be one of the most unoptimized games I have played on this relatively decent computer. I've been dealing with this for over a year now, considering the rig is quite new.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game is generally considered to have low replayability, with many players feeling that it offers a "one and done" experience, lacking incentives to revisit after completion.

    • “It's a one-and-done experience in terms of replayability.”
    • “Once you've completed it, there's little incentive to go back.”
    • “The lack of varied outcomes makes it feel like a single playthrough is all you need.”
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