Let Me Out
- August 8, 2024
- 4Happy Studio
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Let Me Out" is a mystery puzzle game set in 1960s Indonesia, where you play as Alvin, a 10-year-old indigo child. Escaping an ancient village filled with demons and uncovering the secrets behind its curse is your mission, with the help of your late sister's spirit and your pet spider. Brew potions to exorcise demons and navigate through the challenges of the game, while diving into Indonesia's rich mythological heritage.
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Reviews
- The game features an interesting narrative with endearing characters and a unique setting that showcases Indonesian culture.
- Puzzles are enjoyable and not overly difficult, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
- The game is reasonably priced for the amount of gameplay it offers, making it a good value for casual gamers.
- Controls are clunky and movement can be frustrating, with issues like high mouse sensitivity and awkward interactions.
- There are several bugs and graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience, including problems with character animations and object interactions.
- The game lacks clear objectives and guidance, making it difficult for players to progress without getting stuck.
- story17 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received largely positive feedback, with many players praising its engaging plot, immersive twists, and overall quality, often rating it highly. Some critiques mention a desire for better character interactions through voice acting, while others note that gameplay issues can detract from the storytelling experience. Overall, the narrative is considered a standout feature, particularly for an indie title.
“The story was really good.”
“Game ini storynya ku kasih 10/10 storynya luar biasa bagus!”
“Aku mainkan ini sampai tenggelam di dalam storynya dalam 1x live stream sampe tamat, karena segitu penasarannya sm storynya, story penuh plot twist dan surprise!”
“The game is quite good, but the story is simple. The only downside is during the conversations, where the main character, Alvin, should have a voice actor to enhance the interaction between characters.”
“I played this until I was completely immersed in the story during a single live stream until I finished it, because I was so curious about the story. It is full of plot twists and surprises!”
“I played this until I was completely immersed in the story during a single live stream until I finished it, because I was so curious about the story. It is full of plot twists and surprises!”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smoothness and engaging mechanics, with a strong emphasis on the game's graphics and sound design. While some users noted minor technical bugs and areas for improvement, such as NPC movement and specific mechanics, the experience remains enjoyable and well-received, with gameplay ratings averaging around 9/10. The game offers a reasonable playtime of 6-10 hours, making it a solid value for players.
“The graphics are 10/10 with the third-person view making the gameplay very enjoyable, and the surrounding theme is beautifully crafted, detailed, and immersive!”
“The sound and music are 10/10; the calming music enhances the experience, and the gameplay feels very smooth with no lag or stuttering from start to finish!”
“The music is well-suited to the themes and gameplay, though the general sound design and volume levels could use some tweaking.”
“The game could undoubtedly use a bit of polishing, but that being said, the price is quite reasonable for the 6-10 hours of gameplay on offer.”
“The spider mechanic needs some fine tuning because it's glitchy.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as a mixed bag, featuring nice 2D artwork and detailed objects, but marred by subpar 3D character models, janky animations, and various graphical glitches. While some players appreciate the overall visual quality, others find the gameplay experience hindered by issues like sensitivity and movement problems. Overall, the graphics receive a moderate rating, with some users expressing enjoyment despite the technical shortcomings.
“Not graphically demanding, nice graphics, easy to pass through.”
“Graphics and storyline seem excellent, but it is frustrating not to be able to move smoothly or correctly during gameplay.”
“The graphics are nice, and I love the story. This game is from Indonesia, so cool!”
“The visuals are a bit hit-and-miss, featuring detailed objects and decent 2D artwork, but lackluster 3D character models and janky animations.”
“As of starting, there are a decent amount of graphical glitches that pop in and out.”
“Cons: a bit janky, too much sensitivity on the mouse, some people will hate the lack of an objective, some graphic glitches like flickering or weird bugs.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, complementing the themes and gameplay effectively, though some users suggest improvements in sound design and volume levels. While one reviewer praised the calming quality of the music, they felt it could benefit from added emotional depth. Overall, the soundtrack received mixed ratings, with scores ranging from 7/10 to 10/10.
“The music is incredibly calming, and if it had a bit more emotion and intensity, it would enhance the overall feel. The gameplay is very smooth with no lag or stuttering, making for a seamless experience from start to finish!”
“The music is well-suited to the themes and gameplay, though the general sound design and volume levels could use some tweaking.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
“While the music has potential, it often feels out of place and doesn't enhance the overall gaming experience.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marked by several graphical glitches, including flickering and occasional issues when switching characters, which can disrupt gameplay. Users have noted a janky experience and excessive mouse sensitivity, contributing to an overall sense of instability.
“As of starting, there are a decent amount of graphical glitches that pop in and out.”
“Switching the spider glitches out sometimes, and you have to fiddle with it to get it to work properly.”
“Cons: a bit janky, too much sensitivity on the mouse, some people will hate the lack of an objective, and some graphic glitches like flickering or weird bugs.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of *let me out* is described as dark and immersive, effectively enhancing the horror adventure experience as players navigate an ancient Javanese village in search of the protagonist's mother. While the game features interesting puzzles, some users note that the characters have a somewhat cartoonish quality, which contrasts with the overall eerie setting.
“Let Me Out is an atmospheric horror adventure game in which a 10-year-old boy, Alvin, must go in search of his mother and escape Mata Koetjhing, an ancient Javanese village.”
“It's great, an amazing horror game with interesting puzzles and a dark atmosphere, even if the characters are a little cartoony.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is highly praised for its optimization, achieving a smooth gameplay experience with no lag or stuttering, even at maximum settings. Users also appreciate the calming sound and music, suggesting that a bit more emotional depth could enhance the overall feel.
“The optimization is terrible; I experience constant frame drops and stuttering, making it nearly unplayable.”
“Despite the beautiful graphics, the game is poorly optimized, leading to long loading times and frequent crashes.”
“I had to lower my settings significantly just to get a stable frame rate, which is disappointing for a game of this caliber.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, particularly due to an unwieldy backpack UI that complicates navigation and slows down the overall experience.
“The UI for the backpack needs some work; with the current control scheme, it gets tedious trying to navigate through it.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay motivated and enjoy the game.”
