~necromancy~Emily's Escape
- December 21, 2018
- PinkPeachStudio
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Emily's Escape: A Necromancy Adventure" is a pixel art, horror-themed indie game. Emily, possessing necromantic powers, must solve puzzles and escape a creepy mansion while avoiding its murderous inhabitants. With multiple endings, players can shape Emily's fate as they uncover her dark past.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The art style and animations are visually appealing, providing a satisfying aesthetic experience.
- The game offers a unique concept within the adult genre, combining elements of stealth and puzzle-solving.
- Some players found the gameplay enjoyable despite its clunky controls, appreciating the challenge it presents.
- The gameplay is plagued by frustrating mechanics, including slow controls and poorly placed checkpoints, leading to a tedious experience.
- Many players reported significant bugs and glitches that hinder the overall playability of the game.
- The lack of meaningful adult content and the necessity of external patches to access it have left many players feeling disappointed.
- graphics8 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their beautiful artwork and appealing design, particularly in the PC, NPC, and cutscenes. However, while the art style is commendable, the animations are considered lacking, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point, though they come with some notable shortcomings in animation quality.
“Art-work: absolutely wonderful, yet simplistic.”
“I think it would be worth that price having played it over the course of a night, if only for the constant access to artwork.”
“The art style is nice, the music is good and the controls are simple.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from a modern game.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations feel stiff and unnatural.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, making exploration feel tedious.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally considered decent for an H game, but it suffers from significant issues, including frustrating mechanics and glitches that hinder progress, particularly during the final boss fight. Players report a lack of exit options during scenes due to DLC restrictions, and the overall pacing is criticized as poor, leading to a frustrating experience.
“[b]-[/b] 1-2 hours of gameplay.”
“Most importantly, however, the pacing and gameplay is borderline atrocious.”
“Gameplay is utter garbage; scenes are nice, but beating the final boss is nigh impossible due to frustrating mechanics. Hard ground glitches lead to a wobbling main character, and you need to attempt what is supposed to be rather easy about a million times.”
“Decent gameplay for a game, but with the DLC, whenever a scene plays, you cannot exit the scene and must close the game to get out.”
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being simplistic and lacking depth, with unresolved threads and a disappointing conclusion centered around a brief escape. While it features a sword and sorcery setting that some players appreciate, the narrative is overshadowed by a focus on stealth and simplistic puzzles, leaving many feeling unsatisfied with the overall experience.
“The story is a bit simplistic and sad, but I've always loved the sword and sorcery, monster worlds that this game takes place in.”
“There is no meaningful story.”
“The game shows the threads to which you would like to know the answer, but it is not explained, and the story ends with the fact that we managed to escape.”
“This is an adventure for 1 hour where a stupid priestess wants to please the church and persuades her friends to do an 'easy' mission.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for enhancing the atmosphere, contributing positively to the overall experience. Reviewers also note that it complements the art style well, creating an engaging environment for players.
“The atmosphere and music are great, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The art style is nice, and the music is good, creating an enjoyable ambiance.”
“The music adds a captivating layer to the gameplay, making each moment memorable.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with players reporting frequent bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during critical moments like boss fights. Many users express frustration over the game's mechanics, which lead to a high rate of failure and an overall negative experience.
“Gameplay is utter garbage; the scenes are nice, but beating the final boss is nigh impossible due to frustrating mechanics. Hard ground glitches lead to a wobbling main character, making what is supposed to be rather easy feel like an impossible task after a million attempts.”
“I die 19 out of 20 times due to bugs and glitches, and only once because I actually failed.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find humor in the game's quirky mechanics, particularly how the main menu reacts to the paused character rather than the menu options, adding an unexpected comedic element to the gameplay experience.
“Playing with a controller is also funny, because the main menu reacts to the paused character instead of the options.”
“The game's witty dialogue and quirky characters had me laughing out loud.”
“I love how the humor is woven into the gameplay, making even the simplest tasks entertaining.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the effective use of music to enhance the experience. The main heroine's reliance on healing and stealth contributes to a tense and immersive environment.
“The atmosphere and music are fantastic, creating an immersive experience that draws you in.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly engaging, making every moment feel intense and alive.”
“The haunting ambiance and sound design elevate the gameplay, making it a truly memorable experience.”
