INPUT6

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INPUT6 is a single player simulation game. It was developed by GOOSTRONAUT GAMES and was released on December 23, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"INPUT6 is a single-player simulation/horror game set in an abandoned robotics factory in an alternate '90s reality. Players search for hidden remotes, uncover the company's past, and avoid malfunctioning robots using unique input-switching mechanics. With a fast-paced atmosphere and a focus on environmental awareness, INPUT6 offers an engaging and immersive experience in a chilling setting."

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 212 reviews

gameplay20 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game features interesting lore and a unique gameplay mechanic that involves switching between multiple cameras, creating a fresh take on the horror genre.
The atmosphere is well-crafted with a mix of tension and horror, enhanced by the game's retro VHS style and sound design.
Despite its short length, the game offers good replayability with various modes and collectibles to discover, making it worth the price.

The game can be frustratingly difficult, with random enemy placements and a complex map that can lead to tedious gameplay.
Some players found the mini-games and enemy interactions to be too easy or unengaging, reducing the overall tension and challenge.
There are technical issues such as optimization problems and visibility concerns with collectibles, which can detract from the experience.

gameplay
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
60%
7%
The gameplay is characterized by its unique mechanics, engaging atmosphere, and a blend of simple yet challenging elements, including collectibles and mini-games that enhance replayability. While many players appreciate the innovative camera controls and the nostalgic VHS aesthetic, some find the gameplay loop tedious and reliant on RNG, with certain mechanics feeling underdeveloped. Overall, the game offers a compelling experience, though it may frustrate players initially before they adapt to its complexities.
- “The gameplay is simple yet challenging with neat mini-game mechanics sprinkled in.”
- “Awesome game with unique and challenging gameplay.”
- “Really fun premise and mechanics, interesting story, tense and spooky ambiance, and you constantly feel like you're in danger.”
- “However, this feels like a relatively lazy way to introduce more difficulty and gameplay.”
- “I also found the gameplay loop to be tedious and largely RNG (remote spawns), unless you get really used to the map (which is a tedious process).”
- “Two things took the gameplay from a 2-3 hour run through to a 4-6 hour drag.”
story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
50%
7%
The game's story is intricately woven into its gameplay mechanics, offering a mysterious and engaging narrative that rewards players for exploring their surroundings. While some find the story short, it is praised for its clever storytelling, atmospheric tension, and tightly knit backstory, making it a compelling experience for those willing to delve deeper. Overall, the combination of environmental storytelling and unique narrative delivery enhances the game's horror elements and player immersion.
- “Very nicely put together and clever way of storytelling.”
- “The environmental storytelling is scarily thought-through, and putting together each piece of the puzzle as you collect evidence feels very rewarding.”
- “This game was recommended to me by a friend who is absolutely crazy about the incredibly tightly knit backstory and lore!”
- “I can't say anything about the story, because I spent all my time looking for the maid.”
- “---{ story }---”
- “☐ no story”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their impressive quality, even on low-end systems, with clean visuals and a nostalgic VHS aesthetic that enhances the horror atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the time-appropriate assets and unique mechanics that contribute to the game's charm, although some express a desire for more diverse graphic options. Overall, the visuals play a significant role in creating an engaging and creepy experience.
- “The visuals are very clean, and the addition of time-appropriate assets adds a very nice touch to the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The old VHS graphics and the ambience make the game 10x more creepy, and it has a mechanic that I have never seen before.”
- “A lot of the charm comes from the visuals and the mystery of everything, including the player(s) themselves!”
- “I wouldn't complain if the game had more diverse graphic options or a separate ini file to edit (I suppose it's UE4).”
- “The old VHS graphics and the ambience make the game 10x more creepy, and it has a mechanic that I never saw before.”
- “Overall a good game concept, if not a little short and a little difficult at times, with simple and easy to understand controls and visuals.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its impeccable and disorienting qualities, enhanced by clean visuals and time-appropriate assets. Players appreciate the tension created by the fast-paced gameplay and the unique camera mechanics, which contribute to a sense of unease and replayability. The presence of a terrifying yet intriguing character adds to the overall immersive experience, making the atmosphere a standout feature of the game.
- “Impeccable atmosphere, incredibly disorienting, and the maid is both terrifying and rather attractive under the right light. Love the fast-forward mechanic and the maps are just complex enough that you never quite get comfortable with the layout, great for replaying.”
- “The visuals are very clean, and the addition of time-appropriate assets adds a very nice touch to the atmosphere of the game.”
- “Expect a super tense atmosphere, going against the time, technology, and one unstoppable robot to accomplish what you must.”
- “The atmosphere and monitor/VHS simulation is well done.”
- “Impeccable atmosphere, incredibly disorienting, and the maid is both terrifying and rather attractive under the right light.”
- “The maps are just complex enough that you never quite get comfortable with the layout, great for replaying.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, particularly when searching for remotes across a vast map. Achieving 100% completion is possible, but it often requires extensive effort and familiarity with the map, as the gameplay loop is heavily reliant on random spawn locations.
- “Finding the remotes then becomes a very tedious task because you have to check every square meter of a massive map.”
- “I also found the gameplay loop to be tedious and largely RNG (remote spawns), unless you get really used to the map (which is a tedious process).”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers strong replayability due to its engaging lore, enjoyable gameplay, and a variety of collectibles, complemented by additional modes that enhance the experience. Players have noted that the replayability aspect was a pleasant surprise.
- “It has interesting lore, fun gameplay, a decent amount of collectibles to find, and good replayability with the extra modes.”
- “The replayability was a nice surprise, too.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game evokes intense emotional responses, particularly through its ability to create a chilling atmosphere that induces goosebumps, highlighting its effectiveness in delivering a deeply immersive horror experience.
- “Never has a horror game made me feel goosebumps like this one has.”