It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG.

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It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG. is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Mystic Sword Gaming and was released on January 18, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Synopsis: Meet Nate Hendricks, a Private Detective who's a bit down on his luck. Business has been slow and with the bills piling up Nate may have to soon close-up shop. He just needs a break. Perhaps one good case could help him turn things around. Then one evening, he gets a call from a Doctor Offenhauser who wants to hire him. The Doc doesn't give many details over the phone, but insists i…

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music3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features engaging storytelling and a unique combat system that is both intuitive and fun.
It has a great atmosphere with well-done graphics and dramatic music, enhancing the overall experience.
Exploration is encouraged, with many interactable objects and a variety of combat options, making it enjoyable to play.

The game is very short, leaving players wanting more content and a more complete experience.
Movement can feel stiff and imprecise, which detracts from the exploration and overall gameplay.
The Quick Time Event (QTE) mechanics are poorly implemented, causing frustration during combat.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its engaging storytelling and pacing, though it primarily unfolds at the beginning and end, leaving some plot points unresolved. While the narrative is wrapped up nicely, the short playtime leaves players feeling unsatisfied and wanting more depth. Overall, it offers a compelling but brief atmospheric experience, appealing to those who appreciate indie games.
- “I liked the storytelling and pace of the gameplay, and found the combat system novel but intuitive enough.”
- “Moreover, although the story is wrapped up nicely, its short playtime makes me feel empty after I finished it; it doesn't leave a lasting impression on me.”
- “I'd love the dev to pick up the story and give us a 'full' game!”
- “This game tells most of its story at the beginning and the end.”
- “It doesn't clear everything, though - there is a plot that is not explained after the ending.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging storytelling and well-paced progression, featuring a novel yet intuitive combat system complemented by scripted enemies and a quick-time event (QTE) mechanic for attacks and defenses.
- “I liked the storytelling and pace of the gameplay, and found the combat system novel but intuitive enough.”
- “The gameplay will continue like this until the end, with some scripted enemies placed here and there.”
- “There's also a QTE mechanic for attack and defense.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The graphics are praised for their high quality, surpassing the typical chibi-style seen in RPG Maker games, with a particular appreciation for the pre-rendered 3D visuals.
- “The graphics are really well done compared to the typical chibi-style RPG Maker games.”
- “I love the pre-rendered 3D graphics look.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is praised for creating a strong atmosphere and enhancing the dramatic experience, although some players noted that certain sound effects, like thunder, can be distracting.
- “The game has a very good atmosphere and features dramatic music that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's mood, creating an immersive environment.”
- “The music adds a layer of depth to the gameplay, making each moment feel more intense and engaging.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its strong atmosphere, enhanced by dramatic music and sound design, despite some minor audio inconsistencies. It offers a compelling, albeit linear, experience with well-crafted visuals, making it a worthwhile choice for fans of atmospheric thrillers and indie developers.
- “A short game, rather linear, but it has a very good atmosphere and very dramatic music and sound.”
- “A nice, cheap atmospheric thriller and short story with well-made sprites and tilesets if you want to support an indie developer.”

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It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG. is a role playing game.

It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG. is available on PC and Windows.

It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG. was released on January 18, 2023.

It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG. was developed by Mystic Sword Gaming.

It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG. has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG. is a single player game.

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