MetaPhysical
- December 9, 2023
- Paper Promises Programming
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"MetaPhysical" is a horror action game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op and PvP. In this game, players can hunt down supernatural creatures or become one themselves. With a variety of items and missions, players must equip themselves and search for clues before confronting their otherworldly enemies. However, beware of bugs that may hinder gameplay. The game's description warns players to be vigilant of the hidden dangers in the metaphysical realm above our own physical world.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of ghost hunting and combat, allowing players to exorcise or eliminate entities, which adds depth to the gameplay.
- It has a strong connection to the TV show Supernatural, with many references and a similar vibe, making it appealing to fans of the series.
- The developers are actively engaged with the community, frequently updating the game and addressing bugs, which shows their commitment to improving the player experience.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes, unresponsive controls, and graphical glitches, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The tutorial is poorly designed and can be confusing, leaving new players frustrated and unsure of how to progress.
- The early game can feel grindy and unbalanced, with players often struggling to unlock essential tools and abilities needed to effectively hunt and exorcise ghosts.
- gameplay66 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its depth and unique mechanics, drawing comparisons to other ghost-hunting games like Phasmophobia while introducing new objectives and classes that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the interactive nature and variety of ghost types, though some mechanics are criticized for being unpolished or confusing. Overall, while there are bugs and areas needing improvement, the gameplay loop is satisfying and engaging, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
“This game has some of the most unique mechanics I've seen in a ghost hunting game so far.”
“The gameplay loop is incredibly satisfying, and we can go from defeating ghosts in under a minute (usually banshees) to spending around 15 minutes on one ghost.”
“Great game with fun mechanics and an interesting progression system.”
“You can't switch between tools, and with the places being so dark that it turns your screen completely black just by turning off the flashlight, there really shouldn't be a 'lights don't work' mechanic.”
“I can't recommend this game because of the mechanics, the crashing, and the difficulty to understand and get through it knowing what you're supposed to be doing.”
“The quantity of ghost types and tools are there, but it falls drastically short in quality of scares, polish, and mechanics.”
- stability36 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in its tutorial and interface, which many players found confusing and unresponsive. While some users appreciate the game's potential and the developers' responsiveness to feedback, the overall stability remains a significant concern, with frequent crashes and inconsistent gameplay experiences. Despite these issues, players still find enjoyment in the game, suggesting it may improve over time as updates are released.
“Mind the early access bugs, but having it in the library until it's bug-free will ensure you have a blast.”
“The tutorial was really buggy and confusing and didn't explain much, and a lot of functions just didn't work.”
“It's largely unfinished, buggy, or broken.”
“My biggest gripe for this game is in how buggy it is.”
- graphics34 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 24 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as low-resolution, clunky, and buggy, often detracting from the overall experience. While some players find charm in the visuals and appreciate the gameplay, others report significant issues such as lag and poor lighting. Overall, the graphics are considered the weakest aspect of the game, with calls for improvements and more graphical options.
“Don't let the graphics fool you, this game offers you something quite different.”
“Visually, this game is pretty simple as it falls into the standard Unity flip graphics; however, there is enough variety in the maps and lighting to keep it looking pretty good.”
“The maps and graphics are great, and the gameplay is decently fleshed out.”
“Tl;dr: game is really buggy, poor graphics, tutorial doesn't work, monsters aren't scary.”
“- absolutely awful graphics, and way too dark to start with.”
“The graphics are low rez and cluttered.”
- story18 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely absent, with players noting a lack of narrative depth despite the supernatural theme. While the gameplay involves various methods for dealing with entities, it feels more like a series of missions without a cohesive storyline. Some players expressed a desire for a more integrated story to enhance the ghost-hunting experience.
“Maybe it would also be possible to include some kind of story. I haven't seen a ghost hunting game like this, but the base on the supernatural is already given.”
“It's similar to Phasmophobia, except after you identify the entity, you have the option to eliminate it via exorcism, salting and burning remains, silver bullet, etc. There are other ways to keep different entities at bay using salt, pentagram traps, etc. I like the sense of progression in earning money each mission, unlocking and buying new equipment, and saving up to buy a base of operations.”
“Maybe it's also possible to include some kind of story. I didn't see a ghost hunting game like this, but the base on the supernatural is already given.”
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“☐ no story”
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite pronounced, especially in the early levels where unlocking items can feel tedious. While some appreciate the grind as a necessary part of the ghost hunting experience, others criticize the controls and translation issues, suggesting that the grind can detract from overall enjoyment. Despite these challenges, many believe the effort is ultimately rewarding.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The early levels are a bit grindy to unlock all the items (feels bad figuring out what a ghost is, but having no way to exorcise it).”
“It is very grindy, especially in the beginning, but it's worth the grind from what I saw.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is a standout feature, blending absurdity with immersive gameplay, as seen in its quirky animations and amusing emotes. Players appreciate the balance between humor and horror, noting that it distinguishes the game from more serious ghost hunting titles. Overall, the comedic elements, including random voices and unique achievements, contribute to a lighthearted yet engaging experience.
“I love the ton of unique achievements you can unlock and the funny dancing emotes in the game.”
“This game's sense of humor sets it apart from other ghost hunting games that are trying to be serious and scary-- you can fight back like a Winchester.”
“It's very immersive and balances terror with humor in a perfectly balanced way.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally criticized, with players reporting inconsistent performance and low frame rates averaging around 35 fps, particularly on less powerful PCs. While the game is enjoyable in co-op mode, there is a consensus that improvements are needed to enhance overall performance and smoothness.
“I put some new settings to get a higher performance; I don't have a particularly good PC, and this game runs averaging 35 FPS.”
“It's campy and awkward, and doesn't always run smoothly, but it's one of the funnest games I've played co-op in.”
“I believe there is a need to improve the performance to make the whole game run better.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its extensive content, character progression, and engaging gameplay loop, reminiscent of Phasmophobia but with a unique twist. Players appreciate the value for money, highlighting the numerous unlocks and the overall depth that encourages repeated playthroughs.
“There is so much content, and also a progression system that I think makes it very replayable.”
“It's really not a lot of money for the content available right now and the replayability it has.”
“Plenty of replayability, unlocks, character progression, as well as a solid gameplay loop. Metaphysical delivers that Phasmo itch with its own quirky feel and style.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is criticized for being excessively loud, detracting from the overall atmosphere, particularly during moments that lack suspenseful background sounds or effective jump scares. Users feel that the absence of appropriate music undermines the intended horror experience.
“The music defaulted to way too loud.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is generally praised for its immersive quality, particularly in the well-designed maps that enhance the ghost hunting experience. However, some users note that certain areas feel too open and lack a compelling atmosphere, detracting from the overall tension.
“Each map has a really good atmosphere and is just a great ghost hunting game in general.”
“The atmosphere in this game is immersive and enhances the overall ghost hunting experience.”
“The game's atmosphere is captivating, making every ghost hunting session feel unique and thrilling.”
“Wide open space, little to no atmosphere.”
