Lair of Torment

About

"Lair of Torment" is a dark, atmospheric metroidvania game where players explore a mysterious lair filled with traps, puzzles, and dangerous creatures. As you progress, you'll gain new abilities to access previously unreachable areas and uncover the lair's dark secrets. With challenging gameplay and a haunting soundtrack, "Lair of Torment" offers a thrilling adventure for fans of the genre.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a great combination of puzzles and jump scares, providing a fun and engaging experience.
Many players found the atmosphere to be very immersive and reminiscent of a horror-themed escape room.
The puzzles are unique and challenging, with some players praising their creativity and problem-solving aspects.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in around 30 to 45 minutes, leaving some wanting more content.
Some players found the puzzles to be overly difficult or confusing, leading to frustration.
A few reviews mentioned that the game lacks a compelling story and that the jump scares can feel repetitive.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging and scary elements, including effective jump scares and a compelling story. However, some users feel that the duration of gameplay, around 30 to 40 minutes, may not justify the price, despite it being considered reasonable at $1.8 to $4.
- “This was actually pretty scary and I loved the jumpscares and gameplay overall, as well as the story.”
- “In the end, just 4 dollars is a good price for 40 minutes of gameplay, but sad conclusion.”
- “$1.8 USD for a good 30 minutes of gameplay.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The story has received mixed feedback; while some players found it engaging and appreciated the scares and gameplay, others felt it was unoriginal and didn't align with the game's description. Overall, it seems to offer familiar horror elements that may not stand out to seasoned players.
- “This was actually pretty scary, and I loved the jumpscares and gameplay overall, as well as the story.”
- “It's okay, but if you play plenty of horror games, there's not much here you haven't already seen, and the story is off compared to the description.”
- “The story feels lacking and doesn't quite match the expectations set by the game's description.”
- “The narrative is predictable and fails to deliver any real surprises or depth.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive horror elements, likened to a horror-themed escape room filled with effective jump scares. Players appreciate the intense and frightening ambiance, although some express frustration with repetitive jump scares in familiar settings. Overall, the game successfully creates a chilling and engaging environment that enhances the horror experience.
- “Enjoyed it, very atmospheric, like doing a horror-themed escape room with jump scares.”
- “Really awesome horror game with some fantastic scares and great horror atmosphere.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music effectively heightens the sense of urgency and panic during gameplay, particularly when players struggle to solve puzzles quickly. This dynamic scoring enhances the overall tension and immersion in the game.
- “I feel the weight of the panic as the music picks up when you don't solve puzzles fast enough.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game delivers a profound emotional impact, with one user noting that even its brief 30-minute duration left them feeling as if their "soul left [their] body." This suggests that the game effectively evokes strong feelings, setting it apart from other horror experiences.
- “I've played a lot of horror games already, but this one, man... even if it's only about 30 minutes long, it made me feel like my soul left my body.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported issues with the "Let There Be Light" achievement, noting that it can be buggy and may not trigger as expected during gameplay. This suggests some stability concerns within the game's achievement system.
- “The 'Let There Be Light' achievement seems to be a bit buggy, as it didn't trigger for me on my first playthrough.”
- “The 'Let There Be Light' achievement seems to be a bit buggy, as it didn't trigger for me on my first playthrough.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The graphics are consistently praised as very nice, contributing to the overall immersive experience of the game.
- “The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive experience that truly enhances the gameplay.”
- “The visuals are incredibly detailed, making every environment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully executed, adding a distinct charm to the overall aesthetic.”