HOUSE OF GOD

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HOUSE OF GOD is a single player role playing shooter game. It was developed by Glass Revolver and was released on December 2, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

In "House of God" , play as Jack in a chaotic rogue-lite shooter set on a randomly generated train. Seek the conductor to save your loved one, using over 50 unique items and taking down 4 bosses across 4 areas. Experience 80 distinct rooms, each offering new challenges and enemies.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features fast-paced, top-down combat reminiscent of Hotline Miami, with a unique visual style and satisfying sound design.
Enemies are smart and pose a real challenge, utilizing cover and flanking tactics, which adds depth to the gameplay.
For its low price, the game offers a fun and chaotic experience with interesting item combinations and a visually striking aesthetic.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including constant lag and bugs that hinder gameplay, making it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of variety in enemies and content, leading to repetitive gameplay and a feeling of boredom during runs.
The hit detection and clarity are poor, resulting in unfair deaths that can lead to player frustration.

graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
27%
The graphics of "House of God" are widely praised for their gorgeous, trippy visuals that create a sensory overload, enhancing the overall gaming experience. While the aesthetic can sometimes lead to confusion during gameplay, the beautiful art style and engaging visuals are considered a standout feature that draws players in and adds depth to the game. Overall, the combination of striking graphics and solid gameplay makes it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
- “The art style is beautiful.”
- “Only been playing for an hour at the time of this review and having a blast with these runs - the amazing visuals are the icing on the cake.”
- “Super cool concept and world, crazy visuals and solid gameplay.”
- “Aesthetically, it is quite on the sensory overload side, which can be confusing gameplay-wise; sometimes you lose track of your character, and it can be hard to tell if you got hit.”
- “The graphics are overwhelming and can detract from the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The visuals are chaotic, making it difficult to focus on the game mechanics.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced and simple mechanics, reminiscent of titles like Hotline Miami and The Binding of Isaac, which some players find engaging and fun. However, the heavy visual effects can lead to confusion and difficulty in tracking characters, potentially detracting from the experience. Overall, while the gameplay offers solid upgrades and an interesting setting, it may be hindered by sensory overload and performance issues on lower-end systems.
- “Simple gameplay with a couple solid jumping tracks and visuals that's worth the muns, so go ahead and grab it if you feel so inclined!”
- “Fast paced fair gameplay and lots of upgrades.”
- “The gameplay is quite hectic, I thought I'd quickly get bored but 2 hours in (after several sessions) and I still want to go back to it.”
- “Aesthetically, it is quite on the sensory overload side, which can be confusing gameplay-wise (sometimes you lose track of your character and sometimes it is hard to tell if you got hit).”
- “The gameplay can be pretty grating at times.”
- “The gameplay is quite hectic; I thought I'd quickly get bored, but 2 hours in (after several sessions) and I still want to go back to it.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in "House of God" is highly praised for its atmospheric quality, complementing the game's intriguing visual style and enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers note that the sound design, particularly for weapons, is satisfying, contributing to a strong initial impression. Overall, the music is described as great and a standout feature of the game.
- “With an intriguing visual style, atmospheric music, and extremely satisfying sound design for weapons, House of God makes a good initial impression.”
- “The music and graphics are also dope and really make the game special.”
- “The music sounds great as well.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game has some stability issues, noting it can be "a little buggy."
- “The game is quite buggy.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes during gameplay.”
- “There are numerous glitches that disrupt the experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of "House of God" is characterized by its captivating visual style, immersive music, and highly satisfying sound design for weapons, creating a strong and engaging initial impression.
- “With an intriguing visual style, atmospheric music, and extremely satisfying sound design for weapons, House of God makes a good initial impression.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is often compared to that of Hotline Miami, featuring a morbid and sometimes convoluted narrative that lacks clarity and depth.
- “It is a lot like Hotline Miami, except it never stops to tell a morbid or sometimes hard-to-understand story.”