Isolation

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Isolation is a single player action game. It was developed by Interactive Gaming Studios and was released on January 30, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

The plague destroyed the world you once knew. This unknown bacteria destroyed the lives of many people who lived in various countries around the world. When the plague was first identified by doctors, researchers started working on a cure immediately. The infected people were transported into hospitals to isolate them from other people. But this was not enough to stop it. Researchers failed in fin…

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33%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The graphics are decent and sometimes even good, providing a visually appealing experience.
The game has potential with an interesting concept and some engaging mechanics, like the flashlight and night-vision options.
It's free to play, making it accessible for those who want to try it without financial commitment.

The gameplay is slow and often frustrating, with many players unable to progress due to missing keys and game-breaking bugs.
There are numerous technical issues, including clipping textures, poor lighting, and unresponsive controls that hinder immersion.
The horror elements are minimal and often rely on cheap jump scares, failing to create a compelling atmosphere.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
The game's story is criticized for being vague and unengaging, with a clichéd premise of surviving a plague. Players note a frustrating lack of key items necessary for progression, which detracts from the overall experience and potential of the narrative.
- “There is great potential and there is a good choice of audio and backstory.”
- “The story is vaguely there.”
- “It seems the developer tried to implement a story, but it wasn't engaging and is easily forgettable.”
- “The story (if any) is the cliché 'uncontrollable plague that wiped the population and you're one of the few surviving ones trying to survive.'”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The gameplay is primarily a walking simulator with minimal interaction, featuring basic light mechanics that are hampered by short battery life and numerous technical issues. Players encounter a lack of immersion and engagement due to slow pacing, design flaws, and a simplistic approach that may appeal to a niche audience but is generally criticized by most.
- “The game has two light mechanics: one from your flashlight and the night-vision feature on the camera, which is basically handed to you at the beginning.”
- “All the mechanics included, though somewhat pointless objectively, allow you to duck left or duck right.”
- “The gameplay is just a walking simulator in some nondescript place that only paid half of their light bill.”
- “The flashlight also has a charging mechanic, but you have to find batteries to charge it up, which wouldn't be so bad if each charge didn't last just 15 seconds.”
- “I'm sure there are some people who enjoy these types of overly simplistic games with a myriad of bugs, design flaws, lighting issues, slow gameplay where you don't do anything, almost zero ambiance and immersion, clipping textures, and random screamers, but I'm willing to venture and say that most people don't like these types of games.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics in the game are generally considered acceptable, with some users noting that they can be good at times. Overall, while not exceptional, the visuals are one of the more positive aspects of the game.
- “The only positive thing about this game is that the graphics are okay, sometimes good.”
- “Good graphics though.”
- “+good graphics”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate its creepy elements and premise, others criticize it for lacking depth and coherence, often feeling like a standard horror experience filled with poorly executed jump scares. Overall, the game's atmosphere fails to consistently engage players, leaving them feeling disconnected in dimly lit environments.
- “It's a standard horror game, but it does create a creepy atmosphere and has a nice premise.”
- “I like the idea and atmosphere of the game.”
- “The atmosphere isn't really there, so you're just running around looking for keys in poorly lit rooms.”
- “Cheap jump scares that make no sense at all and provide zero atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music during the chase scene is highly praised, with users highlighting it as an amazing and fantastic choice that enhances the overall experience.
- “The chase scene is amazing, and the choice of music to accompany it is fantastic.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for being short and poorly optimized, though it is appreciated for being free and providing some scares.
- “The game was very short and unoptimized, but it was free and gave me a few spooks.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players feel that the game's humor is essential, as its absence leads to a tone that is overly serious and less engaging.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I love how the witty dialogue keeps me laughing throughout the gameplay.”
- “The quirky characters and their hilarious antics add so much charm to the experience.”