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HOUND: AUTOMATON

46%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
optimization, stability
58% User Score Based on 31 reviews

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"Hound: Automaton" is a multiplayer horror game where up to 15 players can join in a thrilling chase, starting as human survivors and potentially becoming the robotic Hound. The game features dynamic 1 vs Many gameplay, atmospheric environments, and quick rounds designed for multiple plays. Customize your experience and anticipate regular updates for this perfect game night choice.

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58%
Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews
gameplay2 positive mentions
optimization2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and engaging hide-and-seek experience, especially when played with friends.
  • For its price, the game provides solid content and enjoyable gameplay, reminiscent of classic infection matches.
  • The graphics are impressive, and there are fun features like whistling and beeping that add to the enjoyment.
  • The game suffers from severe optimization issues, running poorly even on capable hardware.
  • There is a lack of player base and promotion, making it difficult to find games and enjoy the multiplayer experience.
  • The game feels bare-bones and repetitive, lacking depth and variety, with many players expressing disappointment in its overall execution.
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for being exciting and engaging, with solid core mechanics, though it suffers from minor bugs and optimization issues. However, some players feel the gameplay loop is unoriginal and worry that the developers may prioritize content expansion over fixing critical bugs.

    • “The gameplay is great with some minor issues, but overall, it provides an exciting and engaging experience.”
    • “While there are a few bugs and optimization problems that need attention, the core mechanics are solid.”
    • “I'd normally be optimistic about a game in early access, but the gameplay loop is pretty tired and unoriginal. The dev team behind this game will probably only ever add more and more content bloat without bothering to fix any game-breaking bugs, just like they've done with previous games in the past.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, making it difficult to enjoy even on capable hardware, alongside minor bugs and design flaws such as overly loud footsteps and lack of keybindings for climbing. Despite these problems, the core mechanics remain solid, suggesting potential for improvement.

    • “The biggest issue is optimization, but smaller problems like hearing your own footsteps too loudly when simply looking around as a seeker or climbing not having its own keybinding also stand out.”
    • “While there are a few bugs and optimization problems that need attention, the core mechanics are solid.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the game's stability is poor, with numerous bugs affecting the overall experience, leading to a frustrating and visually unappealing product.

    • “The game is riddled with bugs that make it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant crashes and glitches that ruined my experience.”
    • “The stability issues are so severe that I can't recommend this game to anyone.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are consistently praised for their high quality and impressive detail, contributing to an overall solid visual experience.

    • “Incredibly solid, and the graphics are so good.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game to be a highlight, particularly enjoying funny moments during proximity chat and engaging in playful antics like shoving robots off buildings. The game's comedic elements enhance the experience, making it a great choice for social play.

    • “Great game to play with friends or to kill some time. I've had a lot of funny moments in proximity chat and also shoving robots off of buildings.”

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