METEL HORROR ESCAPE

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METEL HORROR ESCAPE is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Linked Squad and was released on August 31, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Metel - Horror Escape" is a first-person 3D quest/horror game where you play as a victim trying to escape from a maniac's abandoned house in the forest. Your main task is to find a way out, but you must be cautious as the maniac will check on you and suspect an escape attempt if he doesn't find any evidence. Hide all traces of your escape and return to the cage to avoid getting caught, creating a tense and thrilling atmosphere.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 192 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Engaging and challenging puzzles that require logical thinking and attention to detail.
Atmospheric design and sound that enhance the horror experience, creating a sense of dread.
Affordable price for the quality and content, making it a great value for players.

Some technical issues and bugs, including glitches that can affect gameplay.
Difficulty spikes in certain chapters may frustrate players, making it less accessible.
Graphics and sound quality could be improved, as they feel dated compared to other modern games.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its challenging and immersive nature, emphasizing puzzle-solving and exploration within a horror escape room setting. Players appreciate the unique mechanics, such as the need to maintain the environment's state to evade a pursuing maniac, although some find certain aspects, like item movement, confusing. Overall, the game is recommended, especially for those who enjoy cooperative play.
- “But the best thing about this game is its gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is both challenging and immersive, with a strong focus on solving puzzles, finding hidden items, and overcoming obstacles.”
- “Very good game with amazing puzzle-solving mechanics. I also like that it's a horror and escape room game; I highly recommend it, but it's even better if you play with friends.”
- “My favorite mechanic of the game is when the maniac is alerted; you have to make extra sure the area was exactly the way it was the last time the maniac was in the room (i.e., doors opened or even closed, boxes, lock boxes, fridges, stuff on walls, etc.).”
- “I like this game, but I didn't understand why my items were moving, and I found it hard to look for them everywhere. It was harder, but I have never seen such gameplay in games before.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users praise the dark and atmospheric visuals that enhance the horror theme, others criticize the lack of resolution options and suggest that the graphics could be significantly improved for a more immersive experience. Overall, the game features great graphics and smooth performance, but there are notable limitations that detract from its potential.
- “It has great graphics and runs very smoothly.”
- “The visuals in Metal are dark and atmospheric, perfectly capturing the game's horror theme.”
- “Awesome graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “The graphics are not great, nor is the sound.”
- “I feel like the graphics are only a bit better than mobile and could be greatly improved on PC to make a terrifying cinematic experience with realistic gameplay.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The game's story is praised for its gripping narrative and psychological horror elements, with players appreciating the complexity added by new challenges and character backstories. However, some critiques highlight inconsistencies in the plot, particularly regarding character motivations and the difficulty of certain missions, which can detract from the overall experience. The developers' commitment to expanding the story with new content is also noted positively.
- “These new challenges add layers of complexity to the game, expanding the story and allowing you to uncover more about the maniac's twisted motives.”
- “With its gripping storyline, clever puzzles, and heart-pounding suspense, Metel is perfect for players who enjoy psychological horror and high-stakes escape games.”
- “I love the fact that your playable characters have their own dialogue names, and even a small backstory as to how they got kidnapped.”
- “☐ no story”
- “Also, during the part of the Alan ending when the maniac delivers the box, I think it's an interesting twist, although I think it takes away from the story if afterwards he still gets suspicious of changes around the room.”
- “Also, the last mission is literally impossible to pass, so it kinda sucks to have a completely unplayable chapter of the game.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and creepy vibes, enhanced by dark visuals and effective background music. Reviewers highlight the combination of challenging puzzles and the sense of desperation, making it a standout experience for fans of horror and escape genres.
- “Very atmospheric, and I love the background music; it gives creepy vibes.”
- “The visuals in the game are dark and atmospheric, perfectly capturing the horror theme.”
- “The combination of challenging puzzles, immersive atmosphere, and the added element of rescuing other NPCs makes it a must-play for fans of horror and escape games.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game has some stability issues, including occasional bugs and glitches, particularly with object spawning and environmental boundaries. While these issues can pose challenges, they also add to the gameplay experience by requiring players to navigate around them.
- “The game runs smoothly without any glitches.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my playtime.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; it never lags or freezes.”
- “A little buggy because sometimes things will not spawn.”
- “First of all, I think that in the Alan secret ending, it's a bit buggy when you go out of bounds. For example, the walls around the outside of the house don't seem to load in correctly when you're outside, and the hill goes down farther than the bottom of the house.”
- “The game has its glitches, but it does provide a challenge figuring out the puzzles to advance past the killer, and all levels are interconnected, which is an added bonus.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric quality, effectively enhancing the creepy vibes of the experience. Reviewers appreciate the overall sound design, which complements the character and room designs while maintaining smooth performance even on older systems.
- “The music is very atmospheric, and I love the background music; it gives creepy vibes.”
- “The music is good, the designs of characters and rooms are excellent, and it runs smoothly on my old computer!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly even on older hardware, alongside commendable music and character designs.
- “The music is good, the designs of characters and rooms are great, and it runs smoothly on my old computer!”
- “I'd say it's a very well-optimized game.”
grinding
1 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.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect has been criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism due to the lack of credit given to original artists and developers, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab.
- “The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, which feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “It feels like the game is designed to push players towards microtransactions rather than providing a fair experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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The game offers limited replayability, primarily due to a few secrets and challenges that unlock cosmetics, but most levels are only engaging enough for one or two playthroughs.
- “The game offers a variety of secrets and fun challenges that you can complete to unlock additional cosmetics, adding a nice layer of replay value.”
- “Each level has unique elements that encourage multiple playthroughs, making it enjoyable to revisit and discover new strategies.”
- “With different character builds and play styles to explore, the game keeps you coming back for more, ensuring high replayability.”
- “There's a couple of secrets and some fun challenges you can clear to unlock more cosmetics, which adds a tiny bit of replay value, but for the most part, each level is only worth one or two playthroughs.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The story doesn't change, and the gameplay feels repetitive after the first run.”
- “While the initial experience is enjoyable, the lack of meaningful choices or branching paths means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”