Locomotive 115
- November 22, 2024
- Bucket of Fish
"Locomotive 115" is a single-player, survival horror game where you navigate through a dangerous storm while managing a locomotive's resources and fending off mysterious creatures. Keep the path clear and the heat on, as these monsters are drawn to warmth and movement. The game takes place on the treacherous Widow's Run, where few have survived and returned with their sanity intact. Test your skills and hold on tight in this intense, chilling adventure.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of resource management and horror elements, creating a fun and intense experience.
- The art style and sound design are well-crafted, contributing to a gripping atmosphere that enhances the gameplay.
- Players appreciate the accessibility options and the intuitive mechanics that allow for a satisfying gameplay loop.
- The game suffers from optimization issues, leading to performance problems on some hardware.
- Many players feel the game is too short, leaving them wanting more content and replayability.
- Some find the difficulty level inconsistent, with certain players experiencing it as either too easy or frustratingly challenging.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging and challenging mechanics, which are introduced gradually, allowing players to learn and adapt without frustration. It combines a polished experience with intuitive controls and a charming aesthetic, reminiscent of FNAF 4, while maintaining a balance between challenge and fun. Players appreciate the smooth performance and the integration of a hidden story, though some wish for a longer experience.
“Gameplay is great, challenging and engaging, but not frustrating.”
“It's polished, runs well, the mechanics are intuitive enough to pick them up quickly but also leave room for challenge and learning, and it looks good!”
“I liked how the mechanics were slowly introduced one by one so you could get used to them, and how they interact with and affect each other.”
“Very FNAF 4-esque in both gameplay and level of intensity (but you're on a train -- with a shotgun).”
“Final chapter took some effort, having to balance all the mechanics learned along the way.”
“While there is an in-game manual that describes each of the mechanics (and it's diegetic which I love), I mostly skimmed it and brute forced my way to learning the mechanics.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, effectively creating tension without relying heavily on jump scares. Players appreciate the combination of a fun concept, excellent art style, and a gameplay loop that enhances the overall experience, contributing to a memorable horror ambiance.
“Very atmospheric; it nearly made me jump out of my seat the first time I was eaten by the gremlins.”
“Wonderful atmosphere and a fun concept.”
“A simple yet sweet horror game with an excellent gameplay loop and great atmosphere/art style; highly recommend.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their charming art style, which combines comic-like elements with hand-drawn features, creating an enjoyable visual experience. Reviewers highlight the cozy design of the locomotive cab and commend the overall atmosphere, noting that the visuals significantly enhance the gameplay.
“The charm of the game is the art style; it's a little comic-like but with some hand-drawn elements, which makes it enjoyable to look at.”
“The art style is nice, and the cab of the locomotive is very cozy.”
“Simple yet sweet horror game with an excellent gameplay loop and great atmosphere/art style; highly recommend.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is described as intriguing and engaging, with small text snippets that encourage exploration and discovery. Players find the hidden narrative elements compelling, enhancing their overall gameplay experience.
“Enjoyable experience, and the small bits of story text provide enough intrigue to encourage exploration and progression.”
“Solid gameplay with an interesting hidden story.”
“It feels like I have to keep exploring the game and its story.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving me disconnected from their motivations and struggles.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a desire for increased replayability, suggesting the addition of more difficulty levels and new engine features to enhance the game's longevity and engagement.
“The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
“With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
“I would love to see more replay value, such as additional difficulty levels or new engine features.”
“The game lacks incentives to replay; once you've completed it, there's little reason to go back.”
“After finishing the game, I felt no urge to replay it, as the experience was too linear and predictable.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, players appreciate the game but express concerns about its optimization, indicating that it could be improved for a better experience.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its overall humor, providing a consistently funny experience while maintaining smooth gameplay.
“The game overall is funny and runs pretty smoothly.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and absurd situations throughout the game.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, contributing positively to the overall experience, while the gameplay remains smooth even on less powerful machines.
“The music is fantastic and the gameplay runs smoothly even on a low-end machine.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
“I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, making each moment feel unique and engaging.”