Marlene Betwixt

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Marlene Betwixt is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Uzi Games and was released on October 25, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Marlene Betwixt" is a psychological horror game where you play as Ewan Brody, searching for your missing niece Marlene at your sister's remote cottage. As you uncover the mystery through environmental tasks and puzzle solving, you are pursued by a mysterious figure. Now playable without a VR headset, the game offers a room scale experience for HTC Vive and Oculus Touch, with supporting joypad or mouse/keyboard controls. Immerse in its supernatural setting and piece together the chilling events that have unfolded.

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Great sound effects and controls, making it easy to pick up and play.
The game provides a creepy atmosphere with effective jump scares, appealing to horror fans.
The developer is responsive to feedback and has made improvements based on player suggestions.

Movement is limited to teleportation, which breaks immersion and frustrates gameplay.
The game suffers from numerous bugs, including disappearing items and poor object interaction.
The plot is weak and disconnected from the gameplay, leading to a lack of engagement and clarity.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has been criticized for being completely detached from the gameplay, lacking originality, and relying on clichés. Many users noted that the narrative feels disjointed and poorly integrated, with some even questioning if there is a coherent story at all. However, a few reviews appreciated the spooky elements and puzzles, suggesting that while the story may be weak, it still offers some engaging moments.
- “Great spooky story and head-scratching puzzle game.”
- “The plot is completely detached from the game; literally, the plot could be anything and it would still 'fit' this extremely basic piece of work.”
- “The story is a cliché, the sounds and music are very primitive (free downloads, I think), and objects, including critical ones, can clip through floors and walls and get stuck.”
- “To the crappy story, home-done sound recording, overused heartbeat, and just the general feeling of another first-time developer trying to make a fortune with a poorly made game on Steam Direct.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally considered good, particularly for VR, though some users note that the game world feels sparse and the visuals are basic. While the graphics receive praise, they are accompanied by criticisms of the game's mechanics and puzzle logic. Overall, the visual presentation is adequate for an engaging experience, despite some limitations.
- “The graphics for VR are good enough, and I have no complaints about the audio.”
- “The game world is sparse, and the graphics are basic, making the overall experience feel underwhelming.”
- “The visuals lack detail and creativity, which detracts from the immersion.”
- “The graphics are outdated and fail to meet modern standards, leaving the game feeling unpolished.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is criticized for being primitive and reminiscent of free downloads, contributing to an overall lackluster audio experience. Additionally, the sound design does not compensate for the game's other technical issues, such as object clipping.
- “The sounds and music are very primitive, almost like free downloads.”
- “The music lacks depth and variety, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The audio quality is subpar, which detracts from the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the humor in the game is hit-or-miss, with some voice acting described as overly childish and lacking depth, which detracts from the overall comedic effect. The comparison to a playground scenario suggests that the humor may come off as forced or inappropriate for the intended audience.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is impeccable, making even the simplest interactions entertaining.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create humor that feels fresh and unexpected.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by unsettling tension and effective jump scares, contributing to an overall sense of unease.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, with every sound and visual detail contributing to a sense of dread.”
- “The haunting ambiance and eerie sound design create a truly unsettling experience.”
- “I was captivated by the dark, atmospheric setting that kept me on edge throughout the game.”
- “Had a few jump scares, and the atmosphere left me unsettled.”
- “The environment felt lifeless and failed to immerse me in the game.”
- “Despite the potential, the atmosphere was bland and uninspired.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its sparse game world, basic graphics, and simplistic mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience with puzzles that lack logical coherence. Players may struggle to engage with the game for more than an hour due to these shortcomings.
- “The game world is sparse, the graphics are basic, the game mechanics are basic, and any logic to the puzzles is basic to non-existent.”
- “An hour of gameplay, if you can plow through the frustration.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its instability, with users reporting frequent bugs that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, some players find the puzzles unengaging, further contributing to a sense of dissatisfaction.
- “Way too buggy.”
- “It can be buggy sometimes, and the puzzles are just mediocre—not to mention the way it looks.”