Jake's Halloween Night
- November 30, 2023
- DreamBonesGames
Get on Steam"It's October 31, follow Jake as he gets ready for a killer Halloween party." Jake's Halloween Night is a short horror game inspired by old slasher movies, that at the same time, makes a bit of fun of said genre. The project originally started, developed, and finished in October 2021 as a personal challenge, but now comes back remastered with new art, improved graphics, and lots of new …
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Reviews
- Charming and engaging short RPG Maker game with a fun Halloween atmosphere.
- Multiple endings and secrets encourage exploration and replayability.
- Well-crafted art style and entertaining dialogue enhance the overall experience.
- Limited gameplay mechanics and overly predictable story can detract from enjoyment.
- Finding all collectibles can be frustrating due to lack of indicators and repetitive searching.
- Some players experienced technical issues, including the game not starting.
- story13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story unfolds through exploration and interaction, allowing players to piece together the plot and character motivations, particularly from the antagonist's perspective. While some find the narrative engaging and well-written, others describe it as dull, with a lack of shocking twists. The replay value is enhanced by the evolving dialogue and secrets that reveal more about the protagonist and the game's eerie setting.
“The extent of it is basically just walk around and examine everything, but the more you explore, the more information the protagonist will share in his dialogue and reveal more of the plot and setting of the game.”
“Story-wise, this is another game that puts you in the shoes of the antagonist, Jake, and is a fun way of getting a glimpse at a seasonal monster's mindset.”
“Not to mention the more you pay attention to the secrets, the more you can piece together about the story and learn more about it, and the main character!”
“The story was simply dull and boring.”
“It's more about piecing together the story of what happened/is happening.”
“The story isn't exactly a shocking twist by any means, but I found it interesting enough, likely due to the distinctive 'voice' of Jake's narration.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their engaging and creepy art style, effectively enhancing the narrative and character design. The initial setting of an old house transforms into a more unsettling reality, contributing to the game's horror atmosphere. Overall, the visuals are described as charming and well-executed, complementing the story effectively.
“Graphics are fun with the initial setup being an old house with a garden and various normal items, then a shift to reveal what it really looks like when seen without the monster's idealized vision of it based on what it used to look like back in the day.”
“The art style also lends itself to the narrative, giving pointers even within character design, and it's genuinely very nice.”
“Short and sweet, with a charming art style!”
- stability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a highly stable experience, consistently noting that the game runs smoothly without issues.
“Runs great!”
“Runs great too :)”
“Runs great.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a gradual transformation of the rooms, shifting from a dusty, pleasant home to a more ominous and eerie environment, effectively enhancing the Halloween theme with numerous subtle changes.
“Rooms will alter slightly as you progress, adding a nice Halloween atmosphere.”
“So many little changes and tweaks transform a dusty but nice home into a very ominous atmosphere.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a blend of dark humor and clever notes that enhance the overall experience, making it both entertaining and fitting for the season. Players find the creature's decision-making process amusing and well-suited to the game's tone.
“There are little notes and reminiscences throughout the house the game is set in, and I thought the reasoning behind the creature's decisions was kind of funny and apropos.”
“But yeah, it's free to play, fun with dark humor included, and is appropriate for this time of year.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its engaging story and multiple endings, encouraging players to revisit it even if they initially choose not to explore all options.
“Has a lot of replay value!”
“Short and simple, and while I stuck to my guns in not looking for the other endings, the story itself makes for great replay value.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the art style enhances character development by providing visual cues that enrich the narrative, contributing to a more immersive experience. The thoughtful character design is also praised for its aesthetic appeal.
“The art style also lends itself to the narrative, giving hints even within character design, and it's genuinely very nice.”
