Jorōgumo - じょろうぐも | Game Brain

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Jorōgumo - じょろうぐも is a single player action game. It was developed by Nyxtales and was released on June 17, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

atmosphere8 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating story and atmosphere, particularly with its unique antagonist and well-timed jump scares.
Puzzles are enjoyable and varied, providing a good challenge without being overly difficult.
The graphics and sound design contribute to an immersive horror experience, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre.

Some gameplay elements, such as slow character movement and backtracking, can be frustrating and disrupt the pacing.
The story feels somewhat incomplete, with a lack of background information and a rushed ending.
Certain puzzles can be confusing or annoying, leading to moments of frustration for players.

atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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20%
The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the immersive environments, particularly the forest and the clever use of light and dark, which enhances the experience. While some players find the atmosphere engaging and reflective of Japanese folklore, others describe it as bland or lacking in terror. Overall, the game is noted for its balance of atmosphere and puzzles, contributing to an enjoyable experience, especially during moments of suspense.
- “The game strongly focuses on the simple but engaging story and on the perfectly rendered atmosphere of Japanese folklore legends, while continuously entertaining you with perfectly balanced puzzles that are neither too simple nor too difficult.”
- “The use of light and dark is also very clever: you are constantly surrounded by thick darkness, yet every point of interest is clearly highlighted by atmospheric lights, so that you never feel lost.”
- “Excellent atmosphere, really good puzzles and some great scares.”
- “I didn't like the atmosphere here; it was pretty bland for me, neither terrifying nor intriguing.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is centered around the intriguing jorogumo spider woman, drawing players into a captivating horror experience steeped in Japanese folklore. While the narrative is engaging and the atmosphere well-rendered, some players feel that the execution lacks depth, leaving potential untapped. Overall, the storytelling is immersive and enhanced by balanced puzzles, contributing to a solid gameplay experience.
- “The story and the length of the game was pretty solid.”
- “The game strongly focuses on the simple but engaging story and on the perfectly rendered atmosphere of Japanese folklore legends, but at the same time keeps you continuously entertained with perfectly balanced puzzles that are neither too simple nor too difficult.”
- “Jorōgumo - じょろうぐも is a remarkable improvement over Nyxtales' previous releases, excelling in every aspect; the storytelling is deeply immersive, the graphics are stunning, the animations are incredibly smooth and the jumpscares are perfectly timed and unexpected.”
- “And this is not a joke... if you're telling the story of a spider woman that is supposed to lure any type of men to their death, then she needs to have the body of an actual temptress and not the body of a malnourished person.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as mostly mediocre, with a good length of about two hours to complete. It incorporates elements from Japanese horror games, featuring puzzle-solving and physics mechanics reminiscent of titles like Resident Evil and Amnesia, making it a worthwhile pick for fans of the genre. Overall, the experience is enhanced by good sound and music, with no significant bugs reported.
- “Sounds and music were also good; I didn't encounter any bugs to hinder my gameplay experience so far.”
- “If you are into Japanese horror games that aren't just plain walking simulators with a few jumpscares, this may be a good game to pick up. It incorporates gameplay elements similar to Resident Evil with various puzzle-solving aspects, as well as physics mechanics like those in Amnesia, allowing you to throw objects to break or move them.”
- “The gameplay length is good, taking just about 2 hours to beat the game.”
- “As for the gameplay, it was mostly mediocre.”
- “So if you are into Japanese horror games that aren't just a plain walking simulator with a few jumpscares, this may be a good game to pick up since it follows some gameplay elements that you see in games like Resident Evil with different puzzle solving, but also some physics mechanics that you would see in Amnesia by throwing things to break or move objects.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Jorōgumo are praised for their stunning quality and smooth animations, significantly improving upon previous releases. The overall atmosphere enhances the immersive experience, although the voice acting is not in English.
- “Graphics were nice and the whole atmosphere had me on my toes.”
- “It looks nice graphically and it is voiced, but not in English.”
- “Jorōgumo - じょろうぐも is a remarkable improvement over Nyxtales' previous releases, excelling in every aspect; the storytelling is deeply immersive, the graphics are stunning, the animations are incredibly smooth, and the jumpscares are perfectly timed and unexpected.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that optimization is generally good, with no significant performance issues noted, particularly among those with above-average systems. However, experiences may vary for users with lower-end hardware.
- “Performance-wise, I didn't have any issues, but I have a system that's above average, so don't take my word for it.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on mid-range systems.”
- “Optimization seems to be an afterthought, as the game frequently stutters and lags during intense moments.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound design in the game received positive feedback, with players noting that they enhanced the gameplay experience without any technical issues.
- “The sounds and music were excellent, enhancing my gameplay experience without any bugs to hinder it.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere.”
- “I love how the music dynamically changes with the gameplay, making every moment feel unique.”