Mannequin machine
- September 16, 2024
- Red Kraken studio
Get on Steam"Mannequin machine" is a first-person psychological horror game with camera effects that tells the story of working in a mannequin factory. Beware of the evil at the heart of the plant, it drives its victims crazy
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features interesting mechanics, such as mannequins that only move when the player wears a mask, adding a unique twist to the gameplay.
- The atmosphere is creepy and immersive, with good graphics that enhance the overall experience.
- Despite some bugs, many players found the game challenging and enjoyable, with a compelling story that keeps them engaged.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and unscary after a while, leading to a lack of tension.
- There are several bugs and optimization issues, including problems with the AI voice and gameplay mechanics that can disrupt the experience.
- Some players felt that the game was drawn out and lacked sufficient scares, with only one notable enemy encounter.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of repetitive elements and unique mechanics, such as using a mannequin mask to evade monsters, set against a visually appealing and eerie factory backdrop. While some players find it frustrating and prone to causing rage quits, mastering the mechanics can lead to a more enjoyable experience.
“Unusual gameplay with interesting mechanics like mannequins that only move if you put on a mask, good graphics, and a scary factory setting.”
“There are interesting mechanics, such as using a mannequin mask so that the monster does not see you.”
“So much rinse and repeat, padded out gameplay.”
“At some point, it makes you rage quit (I even quit after 3 hours and started again the next day), but after you learn the mechanics and some tricks, you'll be able to progress.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, featuring a visually appealing factory setting and good overall quality. However, players have noted a lack of graphic options and optimization issues, including occasional frame rate drops.
“Unusual gameplay, interesting mechanics like mannequins that only move if you put on a mask, good graphics, and a scary factory setting.”
“Graphically, the game looks good.”
“There are no graphic options, by the way.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail.”
“The character models are poorly designed and lack realism.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with players noting issues such as bugs, occasional FPS drops, and a lack of customizable settings. While the overall experience is enjoyable for those who appreciate its atmosphere, the drawn-out gameplay and optimization problems may detract from the experience for some users.
“The game offers a solid experience, especially for those who enjoy a rich atmosphere, but players should be ready for a slow start and occasional optimization issues.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even in complex scenarios.”
“I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game, as it runs seamlessly on various hardware configurations.”
“Overall, a good experience for those who like a viscous atmosphere, but be prepared for the game to be drawn out at first and sometimes there are optimization problems.”
“The graphics are fine, but it would have been nice to be able to change the settings because it's not perfectly optimized; sometimes the FPS drops (you can see the specs in the video description below).”
“Optimization is lame; sometimes it's drawn out, and there are some bugs.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, characterized as viscous and creepy, creating an engaging experience for players who appreciate a tense environment. However, some users note that the pacing can feel drawn out initially, and there are occasional optimization issues that may detract from the overall immersion.
“Atmospheric, creepy, sometimes difficult but interesting.”
“Overall, a good experience for those who like a viscous atmosphere, but be prepared for the game to be drawn out at first and sometimes there are optimization problems.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, providing enjoyable moments; however, some players have experienced bugs that affected their overall experience, particularly at the ending.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game uses absurd situations to create humor; it really adds to the overall enjoyment.”
“The comedic timing of the characters is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features an engaging and immersive story that effectively creates a creepy atmosphere, highlighted by the frightening presence of a monster mannequin.
“A game with an interesting story and good immersion; it's creepy, and the monster mannequin looks scary.”
