Narrow Woods Hotel
- October 10, 2024
- Hyper Freeze Games
Get on SteamA retro point-and-click horror adventure game that tests the boundries of the genre! In this "found-footage" horror game you have to navigate the rooms and hallways of the mysterious Narrow Woods Hotel. Collect keys and items and use them to find your way out.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic point-and-click experience with a convincing retro aesthetic and a spooky atmosphere.
- Players appreciate the strong audio-visual design, which enhances the horror elements and creates tension throughout the gameplay.
- It's a free game that provides a fun and engaging experience, with multiple endings and a solid narrative despite its short playtime.
- The game is quite short, with playtime averaging around 30 to 45 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more.
- Some players found the navigation disorienting and noted a lack of variety in the rooms.
- While the game is generally well-received, a few reviews mentioned it being not particularly groundbreaking or having cheesy jump scares.
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their eerie and convincingly rusty faux-retro aesthetic, which effectively enhances the horror experience. Reviewers appreciate the cohesive visuals that complement the gameplay and atmosphere, likening them to classic titles like the original Resident Evil. Overall, the retro graphics contribute significantly to the game's tension and immersive quality.
“The graphics are nice and eerie.”
“Great retro aesthetics and gameplay, spooky atmosphere, a soundtrack that sounds reminiscent of the first Resident Evil mansion, and all of this for free.”
“I enjoyed it for the most part, and the visuals and music were a perfect fit for it, in my opinion.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a cohesive and intuitive design that enhances the tension of its uncomplicated narrative, creating a seamless horror experience. Players appreciate the retro aesthetics and spooky atmosphere, complemented by a soundtrack reminiscent of classic horror games, all offered for free.
“Tension-laden and uncomplicated narrative, cohesive and intuitive gameplay, and convincingly rusty faux-retro aesthetic: it all makes for a flawless horror micro-experience.”
“Great retro aesthetics and gameplay, spooky atmosphere, a soundtrack that sounds reminiscent of the first Resident Evil mansion, and all of this for free.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's music is praised for its retro aesthetics and ability to create a spooky atmosphere, reminiscent of classic horror titles like the original Resident Evil. Reviewers appreciate that the soundtrack enhances the eerie experience, with all elements crafted from scratch by the developer, contributing to an overall immersive gameplay experience.
“Great retro aesthetics and gameplay, spooky atmosphere, a soundtrack that sounds reminiscent of the first Resident Evil mansion, and all of this for free.”
“I enjoyed it for the most part, and the visuals and music were a perfect fit for it in my opinion.”
“This game's music, atmosphere, and horror elements are incredibly eerie, and I love that everything has been made from scratch by the developer!”
“The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
“While the game has a spooky atmosphere, the soundtrack often feels out of place and doesn't enhance the experience.”
“The sound design is disappointing; the music doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay and often falls flat.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its strong tension and intrigue, achieved through simple yet effective design and original music. Reviewers highlight the eerie horror elements, noting the developer's impressive work in creating a captivating and immersive experience.
“Excellent work by the dev here - a ton of atmosphere, tension, and intrigue accomplished with strong fundamentals and simple design.”
“This game's music, atmosphere, and horror elements are incredibly eerie, and I love that everything has been made from scratch by the developer!”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is characterized as brief yet straightforward, delivering its narrative efficiently without unnecessary complexity.
“The plot is short, but direct.”
“The story is engaging and keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
“The character development is rich, making you truly care about their journeys.”
“The plot is short and lacks depth.”
“The story feels rushed and underdeveloped.”
“Character motivations are unclear and poorly explained.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a sense of cleverness and satisfaction when solving puzzles, particularly with the padlocks, leading to moments of surprise and self-discovery that enhance the emotional engagement with the game.
“The padlocks in particular made me feel extremely clever when I figured that out, and had one of those 'ooh, was I supposed to do that?' moments.”
