Mantra

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Mantra is a single player and multiplayer survival role playing game with horror, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by BlqGms and was released on October 23, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Mantra is a multiplayer (1-5 player) and single-player psychological-horror game with high tension. Do whatever it takes to save your soul that has been possessed by an demonic spirit. If you don't, demon will imprison you in hell for eternity.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and terrifying atmosphere, making it a standout in the horror genre.
Despite some bugs, the gameplay is engaging and has potential for improvement with future updates.
It's a fun multiplayer experience that can be enjoyed with friends, providing good scares and immersive sound effects.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs that can severely disrupt gameplay and immersion.
Item spawning mechanics are frustratingly random, leading to tedious and repetitive gameplay.
Many players experienced performance issues and graphical glitches, detracting from the overall experience.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their realism and atmospheric quality, contributing to an immersive experience, especially during Halloween. However, some users reported technical issues, including glitches and inconsistent performance across different settings. Overall, while the visuals are appealing, there are notable concerns regarding stability and optimization.
- “A very successful game for early access, I liked the graphics and sounds very much.”
- “The graphics were realistic, the atmosphere and sound quality were nice.”
- “Graphics, sounds, overall the atmosphere is spooky as hell and what do I need else to play on Halloween night lol.”
- “We all had very strange graphic issues. One guy had the game running better on ultra settings rather than on high, and I had some models, like the curtains in the house, glitching out.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay experience is mixed, with some users reporting significant issues such as freezing and disconnections, while others find it satisfying despite minor bugs, particularly appreciating the respawn mechanics and atmospheric elements. Overall, the game's mechanics appear inconsistent, leading to a lack of cohesive gameplay.
- “The gameplay was satisfying even though I encountered a few minor bugs.”
- “I like the respawn mechanics and the hallowed figure is very creepy.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
- “On top of trying to even get into the game without it freezing or kicking my friend, the mechanics of the game hardly worked.”
- “There is no real gameplay.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its realistic graphics and spooky sound design that enhance the overall tension and scare factor, others feel it lacks sufficient atmosphere for its price. Overall, it is noted for its original theme and ability to create a chilling experience, particularly suitable for Halloween.
- “The graphics were realistic, the atmosphere and sound quality were nice.”
- “This game has an original theme and atmosphere; it scares you a lot while playing.”
- “Graphics, sounds, overall the atmosphere is spooky as hell, and what else do I need to play on Halloween night?”
- “I'd be more understanding if it was free, but $5 for a game with zero scare factor and zero atmosphere is not worth it.”
- “Atmosphere of the game is very tense; I shuddered.”
- “This game has an original theme and atmosphere, but it lacks the scare factor.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its potential and engaging elements, while others note that it has shortcomings, particularly in the quest system. Overall, there is optimism for its development as the game progresses through early access.
- “I loved the effects, sounds, and story.”
- “I think it has some shortcomings because it is in early access, but I like the story. I think it will come to good places if you continue to develop this game.”
- “There is essentially no story.”
- “The quest system could have been improved a bit more in early access.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, including issues with the menu not displaying all party members and awkward camera angles after character deaths. While some hope for fixes in future updates, the current experience is described as a "buggy mess."
- “Very buggy when I played, but it may be fixed now. I don't know.”
- “The most horrifying buggy mess I have ever played!”
- “The buggy menu won't show all my party members. Everyone who died at least once had their cameras slightly pointing to the right, making it very awkward to move.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been criticized for poor performance, with users noting that the field of view (FOV) feels excessively zoomed in, negatively impacting the overall experience.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, providing excellent price-to-performance value.”
- “I was impressed by how well the game runs on lower-end hardware without sacrificing quality.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the gameplay experience, making it smooth and enjoyable.”
- “The performance is also horrible and the FOV is much too zoomed in.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”