Mistfal

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Mistfal is a single player action adventure game with a violence theme. It was developed by Sergei Minin and was released on July 7, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

Interactive novel, survival horror, psychological thriller - you can find in Mistfal, what you're interested in. And when you pass the game, I'm sure it will not leave you indifferent. Welcome to Mistfal !

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Single-Player

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45%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

gameplay5 negative mentions

The game features an intriguing story that unfolds through diary entries, creating a dark and atmospheric experience.
Graphics are generally acceptable, with some decent lighting effects and colorful visuals.
The game offers a unique mechanic involving totems that adds a layer of puzzle-solving to the gameplay.

Gameplay is often slow and clunky, with poorly explained mechanics and frustrating combat.
The horror elements are lacking, with minimal scares and a single enemy model that fails to create tension.
Long loading screens and excessive reading can detract from the overall experience, making it feel tedious.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
55%
28%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the slow, buggy mechanics and lack of guidance, resulting in a frustrating experience. While some appreciate the length and variety of settings, the combat is described as primitive and unrefined, with poorly explained mechanics that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay feels rough and lacks the polish expected from a horror game, making it less appealing for those seeking a more complex experience.
- “There are just a small handful of positives the game has on top of the length of gameplay and the game being free.”
- “The gameplay is rough around the edges but I totally forgive it since the story gave me goosebumps.”
- “Gameplay-wise it's not terrible.”
- “Long cutscenes not showing much, slow and buggy gameplay, loading screens.”
- “You're just plopped down in the woods with a flashlight and terrible combat mechanics with no explanation or guidance.”
- “Graphics are okay but gameplay is boring.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
64%
18%
The game's story, set in a horror context around Mistfal Mountain, features themes of ancient Indian spirits and demon possession, but is criticized for its disjointed presentation and lengthy backstory. While some players found the narrative to be chilling and worth the effort, others felt it lacked engagement and clarity, with mixed reviews on the effectiveness of cutscenes and the overall storytelling approach. Overall, the story may appeal to those seeking a creepy experience, but it requires patience and attention to detail to fully appreciate.
- “Still, I do commend the developer for putting a lot of effort into the game by making it long enough and creating a dark story.”
- “The gameplay is rough around the edges, but I totally forgive it since the story gave me goosebumps.”
- “There are a few puzzles too, quite simple really, but the magic about this game resides in its way to tell the story.”
- “Overall skip it or play for the story but expect to struggle with a painful experience...”
- “I mean, I don't need a lot of guidance when I have an axe and there is a bad guy, but some sort of actual story (beyond the store page) would have been appreciated.”
- “There's a fairly standard story pieced together about ancient Indian spirit grounds and demon possession, which is passable.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics in the game are generally considered impressive, with some users noting a high quality that may stem from the use of borrowed assets. However, opinions vary, with some describing the graphics as merely acceptable and others expressing minor complaints despite overall satisfaction.
- “This game had stupendous graphics and functioned extravagantly, but I still have a few little complaints.”
- “Graphics can be good.”
- “The game graphics look better than you might expect, but that's just because it looks like some or all of them are 'borrowed' from asset stores or wherever.”
- “Graphics are okay but gameplay is boring.”
- “Graphics are acceptable.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a consistent dark mood that effectively builds suspense, though players are encouraged to engage with the diary for a deeper understanding of the background story. Overall, it is considered atmospheric, enhancing the horror experience.
- “It has some atmosphere for sure.”
- “Normally, these sorts of games are supposed to create a suspenseful atmosphere or build up to something.”
- “One of which is the consistent dark mood and atmosphere.”
- “Be warned though, you must read the diary if you want to truly build up a better atmosphere and background story before the author drops you the horror bomb.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game has been criticized for long cutscenes that lack engagement, as well as slow and buggy gameplay accompanied by frequent loading screens, leading to a frustrating user experience.
- “Long cutscenes that don't add much to the experience, combined with slow and buggy gameplay, make for a frustrating experience.”
- “Frequent loading screens disrupt the flow of the game, leading to a lack of immersion.”
- “The gameplay is plagued by bugs that significantly hinder stability and enjoyment.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized, with users noting issues typical of poorly optimized titles, such as ineffective jump scares and other negative elements. However, some players still found initial engaging aspects that maintained their interest despite these shortcomings.
- “I've played games that were poorly optimized or had corny jump scares and all the hallmarks of bad games, but they at least had something to pull me in right at the beginning and keep me interested.”