Madness on Display

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Madness on Display is a single player simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by GiBar and was released on October 8, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

Venture into the world of chilling psychological horror, where the line between reality and nightmare is thinner than a spider's web. Grandview is not just a game, it is a test for your nerves and mind.

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Single-Player

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55%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features a captivating atmosphere and an intriguing storyline that keeps players engaged.
Some players found the puzzles enjoyable and appreciated the design and occasional jump scares.
The writing was noted to be somewhat good, and the graphics were surprisingly decent given the low price.

Many players experienced technical issues, including game-breaking bugs that prevented progression.
The game is criticized for being an asset flip, lacking originality and proper crediting of asset creators.
The ending was disappointing for several players, with some describing it as a lackluster text document rather than a satisfying conclusion.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is engaging, featuring a mix of puzzle-solving and an element of suspense, as players navigate through environments filled with hidden threats.
- “The gameplay is engaging, featuring a variety of puzzles that keep you on your toes while you fear what might be lurking around the corner.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and allow for a seamless experience, making it easy to immerse yourself in the game world.”
- “The combination of exploration and puzzle-solving creates a thrilling atmosphere that keeps you invested in every moment.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism and asset flipping, as well as a lack of proper credit to original creators. Users have noted the prevalence of fake reviews and the use of low-quality, poorly written content, suggesting a focus on quick profits rather than genuine game development.
- “The developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, so this feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- “The reviews are all written in either Russian, broken English, or poorly generated text, appearing almost simultaneously shortly after the game launched on Steam. Many of these accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely unintentional, with players finding the mannequins amusing amidst a tedious gameplay loop centered on key retrieval. However, the lack of a satisfying conclusion, presented as a simple text document, detracts from the overall experience.
- “The mannequins were kind of hilarious, and the scares were non-existent.”
- “After doing the key-door thing for like an hour, you finally get to the end, and it's just a page of text. It's literally a WordPad document.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its captivating and frightening atmosphere, enhanced by impressive graphics that exceed expectations for its low price. Reviewers highlight the intriguing storyline as a key element that contributes to the overall immersive experience.
- “A very atmospheric and sometimes truly frightening horror game with good graphics, which is especially surprising given the low price tag.”
- “Captivating atmosphere and intriguing storyline.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is centered around uncovering the secrets of an asylum inherited from the protagonist's father, creating a captivating atmosphere that keeps players engaged with its intriguing plot.
- “The plot is quite intriguing, as we uncover the secrets of the asylum that our father bequeathed to us.”
- “Captivating atmosphere and an intriguing storyline.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features impressive graphics that enhance its atmospheric and frightening horror elements, especially considering its low price point.
- “A very atmospheric and sometimes truly frightening horror game with good graphics, which is especially surprising given the low price tag.”