MEAT SAW

About

Amy Chambers, a young woman on her way to the Black Ridge Mountains to meet with her friends for a weekend of camping will soon find that the forest holds more than just a good time for her and her friends. The saw beckons and it must feed.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 97 reviews

music9 positive mentions

graphics6 negative mentions

The game effectively captures the atmosphere of 80's slasher films, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.
The soundtrack is highly praised, adding to the overall creepy vibe and tension during gameplay.
Despite its flaws, the game is free, making it an accessible option for horror game enthusiasts looking for a quick scare.

The excessive VHS filter and poor graphics significantly hinder visibility, making it difficult to navigate and enjoy the game.
The AI of the antagonist is frustratingly overpowered, often making it tedious to escape and explore the environment.
Many players experienced technical issues, including crashes and bugs that detracted from the overall gameplay experience.

graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
47%
35%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as poor quality, reminiscent of a low-resolution VHS tape that hampers visibility and gameplay. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic and find it fitting for a horror game, the overall consensus is that the visuals detract significantly from the experience, making it frustrating and unplayable for many. Despite the appealing soundtrack, the graphics are seen as a major flaw that could turn potential players away.
- “However, if you're a fan of captivating visuals and relish challenging complexities, then by all means, take up the challenge!”
- “Cool little horror game with an awesome soundtrack and graphic VHS retro design.”
- “Overall, this had a very creepy vibe and aesthetic!”
- “Uhh, it made my computer crash and the graphics suck.”
- “Tldr: the true horror in this game is its unplayability due to the atrocious graphics.”
- “Never have I ever seen a horror flick (even the really bad 'no budget, ketchup for blood' ones) that had graphics as bad and were as impossible to see as this game is.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
23%
8%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its amazing soundtrack and unique vaporwave aesthetic. While some noted that it may not be particularly scary, the overall style and charm of the music contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere. Many players expressed a desire for the soundtrack to be expanded, highlighting its integral role in enhancing the gaming experience.
- “Amazing soundtrack.”
- “The music is amazing.”
- “Cool little horror game with awesome soundtrack and graphic VHS retro design.”
- “As soon as you start playing and hear the soundtrack, it becomes very clear.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised, with many users highlighting its immersive qualities and effective use of gore, enhanced by a nostalgic VHS effect. Overall, it contributes significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “This game has a great atmosphere and is truly enjoyable.”
- “Great atmosphere; I loved the gore in it with the VHS effect.”
- “Atmosphere... good job!”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The gameplay is characterized by predictable and repetitive mechanics, primarily involving item retrieval and evasion from a pursuing threat. While it may feel short-lived, the transparent mechanics and VHS aesthetic contribute to moments of genuine fear, making it appealing for players seeking a dark narrative experience.
- “The gameplay boils down to finding an item and taking it to a location, hiding in giant lockers while Mr. Meat camps your location, moving to the next location, rinse and repeat.”
- “The VHS aspect of it is a great mechanic and has its solid moments of fear and terror. Definitely recommend this to gamers who want a sick and twisted story.”
- “The gameplay boils down to finding an item and taking it to a location, hiding in giant lockers while Mr. Meat saw camps your location, then moving to the next location, rinse and repeat.”
- “It’s predictable and short-lived, but with transparent mechanics and clear stakes.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The story is noted for its sick and twisted elements, providing solid moments of fear and terror, particularly through the innovative use of VHS mechanics. However, some users express confusion regarding character decisions, such as why Amy is spared at the beginning, which detracts from the overall narrative coherence.
- “The VHS aspect of it is a great mechanic and has its solid moments of fear and terror. I definitely recommend this to gamers who want a sick and twisted story.”
- “Though I have a gripe with the story, it makes no sense for Amy to be spared at the beginning.”
- “The VHS aspect of it is a great mechanic and has its solid moments of fear and terror, but the story feels sick and twisted in a way that may not appeal to everyone.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as the fast-paced killer makes it difficult to progress, leading to repetitive attempts to escape the house. While the game starts off enjoyable, the constant deaths detract from the overall experience.
- “The game starts off with a great opening theme song and feels fun at first, reminiscent of an old 80's horror flick. However, the constant need to escape the house becomes tedious as the killer is way too fast, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay.”
- “Grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, turning what could be an exciting experience into a chore.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming, and it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game effectively uses the chainsaw's stuttering sound to create a sense of danger and guide players away from hazardous areas, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The constant stuttering of the chainsaw reminds you of danger, while also showing you where not to go.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has significant stability issues, with frequent bugs causing freezes and problematic collision detection, particularly with enemies. Players report getting stuck in areas where they should be able to navigate freely, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Really buggy, froze up a few times. The collision box with the saw man is too large, making it very easy to get stuck in weird areas where you can no longer run past him, despite the intent being that you should be able to.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and entertaining, often leading to laughter during gameplay, especially when shared with friends.
- “Had fun playing this with my friend watching; we were laughing, and the game itself was enjoyable.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and hilarious situations that kept us entertained.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and absurd scenarios; it made the gameplay even more enjoyable.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has limited replayability, with users noting that it lacks incentives to revisit after the initial playthrough.
- “It doesn't have much replay value.”
- “The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little incentive to go back.”