Ignited Entry

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Ignited Entry is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by JordiBoi and was released on November 11, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Ignited Entry" is a narrative-driven psychological horror game featuring voice acting and dreamish visuals. As a former firefighter, you're drawn back to a house fire you couldn't save a family from, facing horrors and questioning reality. With a full-length play session, saving progress, and a haunting soundtrack, the game challenges you to face your fears and uncover the truth.

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Audience ScoreBased on 186 reviews

story52 positive mentions

The game features a captivating and emotional story that keeps players engaged throughout its duration.
High-quality voice acting and sound design enhance the overall experience, making it feel polished for a free game.
The unique art style and atmosphere create a memorable horror experience, with well-placed jump scares and a mix of humor.

Some players found the gameplay to be linear and lacking in depth, with certain sections feeling tedious or overly difficult.
The narrative reveals key plot points too early, which can diminish the impact of the story's twists.
A few technical issues, such as a challenging generator section and a lack of audio options, detracted from the overall enjoyment.

story
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth, engaging narrative, and unexpected twists, effectively blending horror elements with themes of guilt and redemption. Players appreciate the well-crafted atmosphere, strong character development, and immersive storytelling, often highlighting the game's ability to evoke a range of emotions in a short playtime. Overall, it is considered a standout example of a free horror game that delivers a compelling and memorable experience.
- “A surprisingly polished and pleasant story for the horror genre, all for free.”
- “The story is well implemented and coupled with the scenes and style; it all comes together nicely in a chilling tale of the fireman's guilt and redemption.”
- “What an amazing game, a very heart-touching experience, amazing story and pretty fun gameplay!”
- “The story itself was short, but extremely engaging until the very end.”
- “I liked the world building, the limbo between life and death is a fun idea, but it falls flat when the last 20 minutes of the game is already established plot exposition and a confusing 'plot twist' regarding a reoccurring character (which could have been cut from the game tbh).”
- “This game is good, not much to say from me, gameplay and story is okay but the final touch at the end feels hollow, really disappointed at the ending.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their unique art style and stunning visuals, often compared to polished PS3 graphics. Reviewers highlight the effective integration of visuals with narrative elements, creating an immersive experience that enhances the overall gameplay. Many consider the graphics to be a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal, especially for an indie title.
- “The visuals in this game are simply gorgeous; are they insanely realistic?”
- “With stellar visuals and honestly fun puzzles, this is a top-tier indie game. This is definitely one of the best indie games out there now - and it's free.”
- “The sound design and graphics were spot on; this whole game was a masterpiece. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for an hour or two of spare time to play a story-rich, scary game.”
- “The art style is like polished up PS3 graphics, so depending on preference, this could be ideal or awful.”
- “The art style is like polished up PS3 graphics, so depending on preference, this could be ideal or awful.”
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gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is praised for its smooth controls and effective integration with the storytelling and atmosphere, creating an immersive experience. While some players note its linearity and a few initial control challenges, many appreciate the creative puzzles and engaging mechanics that enhance the overall narrative. Overall, the gameplay is considered a standout feature, particularly for an indie title, contributing significantly to the emotional impact of the story.
- “Gameplay is more than fine for what it's used here, which is being a vehicle for storytelling, atmosphere, and some pretty creative scares.”
- “The gameplay was a breath of fresh air for a lot of indie games too, with said puzzles being good and not the only thing the game had to offer.”
- “What an amazing game, a very heart-touching experience, amazing story and pretty fun gameplay!”
- “The game is very linear and there isn't much gameplay-wise.”
- “The gameplay itself, while not perfect due to the first few moments of having to figure out that 'tab' is inventory all on your own, is by far better than other paid games I've played lately where the controls are janky or cumbersome without instruction.”
- “The controls are fairly simplified, but the space bar to select does feel a bit counterintuitive.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound design in the game are widely praised for enhancing the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting the exceptional soundtrack and voice acting. The combination of ambient sounds and carefully selected tracks contributes significantly to the game's emotional depth and tension, making it a standout feature. Overall, the music is described as unique, immersive, and integral to the game's narrative and atmosphere.
- “The music was exceptional, adding to the tension and emotional weight, and the sound design was spot-on, amplifying every moment.”
- “A really fun narrative experience with an excellent soundtrack!”
- “The music and sound design adds a lot to the game.”
- “The soundtrack, as usual, was an absolute eargasm - with some fire picks.”
- “Unique look, ambient sounds, and music.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a deeply emotional experience, featuring a heart-wrenching storyline centered on a firefighter seeking closure after a tragic fire, which resonates strongly with players. Many reviewers noted that the narrative, combined with exceptional music and voice acting, evokes powerful feelings, often leading to tears and a strong attachment to the characters despite the game's short length. Overall, it masterfully blends horror elements with a touching, emotional narrative, creating a gripping atmosphere that leaves a lasting impact.
- “Really deep and heart-wrenching storyline; had me tearing up at times.”
- “Touching story of a firefighter finding closure and making peace with the family he couldn't save from a fire.”
- “It absolutely destroyed me; I cried for an hour afterward.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creativity and emotional depth, effectively enhancing the storytelling and gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the impressive audio design, imaginative environments, and well-placed jump scares that contribute to a tense and immersive atmosphere. Overall, it is regarded as a standout feature, with many rating it a perfect 10/10.
- “Phenomenal atmosphere with some well-placed jump scares.”
- “Gameplay is more than fine for what it's used here, which is being a vehicle for storytelling, atmosphere, and some pretty creative scares.”
- “Between the atmosphere, environment, and story, there's no shortage of imagination.”
- “It tells a tense and emotional story about a fireman and a tragic fire, crafting a gripping atmosphere without relying too heavily on jump scares (though there are a few well-placed ones).”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively blends gut-wrenching horror with moments of melancholic and subtle humor, providing a unique contrast that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the occasional funny bits amidst intense jump scares and a compelling story.
- “I loved how gut-wrenching horror, with some of the creepiest bits I've seen in a long time and really intense jump scares, is mixed here with melancholic and even funny bits from time to time.”
- “Great story, good plot twists, and a slight bit of humor.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is praised for its visually appealing models and high-quality voice acting, particularly highlighting the standout performance of the character Steve.
character development
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Character development is thoughtfully crafted, with designs that, while not hyper-realistic, effectively align with the game's tone, showcasing a strong attention to detail.
- “Character design, while not cutting-edge or hyper-realistic, had a lot of thought and care put into it, fitting the tone perfectly.”