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Mantra

71%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
atmosphere, grinding
71% User Score Based on 102 reviews

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"Mantra is a 1-4 player psychological-horror Role Playing Game, where players must perform rituals to trap a demonic spirit and save their possessed soul in a tense, violent environment. In online co-op mode, teammates collaborate to protect each other and bury the evil spirit, while single player mode presents a challenging alternative. Crafting and cooperation are essential for compounding objects and producing new ones to defeat the demon."

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and terrifying horror experience, especially in multiplayer mode.
  • Despite some bugs, the graphics and sound design are praised, creating an immersive atmosphere.
  • Players find the game enjoyable and recommend it for those who love horror games, especially with friends.
  • The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues, including item spawn problems and freezing.
  • Gameplay is criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth, with many players feeling it doesn't provide a rewarding experience.
  • Some players have reported hardware issues, including damage to their GPU, and overall dissatisfaction with the game's quality.
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have been praised for their realism and atmospheric quality, contributing to an engaging experience, especially during Halloween. However, players have reported various graphical issues, including glitches with certain models and inconsistent performance across different settings. Overall, while the visuals are generally well-received, technical problems detract from the experience.

    • “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 at Halloween night lol.”
    • “We all had very strange graphic issues; one guy had the game running better on ultra settings rather than on high. I had some models, like the curtains in the house, glitching out.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay experience is mixed, with some players finding it satisfying and enjoying features like respawn mechanics, while others report significant issues such as freezing, disconnections, and poorly functioning mechanics, leading to a lack of engaging 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.”
    • “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
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise its realistic graphics and spooky sound design that create a tense and frightening experience, others criticize it for lacking scare factor and overall atmosphere, questioning its value at the price point. Overall, it seems to excel in creating a chilling ambiance suitable for horror enthusiasts, particularly during Halloween.

    • “The graphics were realistic, the atmosphere and sound quality were nice.”
    • “Graphics, sounds, overall the atmosphere is spooky as hell, and what else do I need to play on Halloween night, lol.”
    • “I'd be more understanding if it was free, but 5 bucks 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; it scares you a lot while playing.”
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received positive feedback, with players appreciating its potential despite some shortcomings due to the game's early access status. Many believe that with further development, the narrative could evolve into a compelling experience, although improvements to the quest system are suggested.

    • “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.”
    • “The quest system could have been improved a bit more in early access.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received negative feedback, with users highlighting poor performance and an overly zoomed-in field of view (FOV) as significant issues. Overall, players feel that the game's performance does not justify its price.

    • “The optimization in this game is outstanding, providing excellent price-to-performance value.”
    • “I am impressed by the game's optimization; it delivers great performance without breaking the bank.”
    • “The balance between price and performance is remarkable, making it a worthwhile investment.”
    • “The performance is also horrible and the FOV is much too zoomed in.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the demands. This sentiment highlights a significant concern regarding the game's pacing and the potential for player burnout.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including a buggy menu that fails to display all party members and camera misalignment after character deaths, which hampers movement and overall gameplay experience.

    • “The buggy menu won't show all my party members, and after dying at least once, everyone's cameras were slightly pointing to the right, making it very awkward to move.”
    • “The buggy menu won't show all my party members, and after dying at least once, everyone's cameras were slightly pointing to the right, making it very awkward to move.”

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2h Median play time
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