NEONomicon

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NEONomicon is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by CWH Entertainment and was released on June 1, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"NEONomicon is an action-packed game offering various play modes, including single-player, local multi-player, co-op, and PvP, with split-screen functionality. The game drops you in a dark, mysterious environment with minimal guidance, relying on your wits, determination, and quick reflexes to navigate through sharp objects, strange creatures, and the darkness. Embrace the challenge of solving the puzzle while trying to stay alive in this immersive gameplay experience."

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Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

story1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and challenging minimalistic puzzle platformer experience that encourages players to think critically and adapt to its mechanics.
It has a high replayability factor due to the randomized layout of the dungeon and the need to remember the level design, making each playthrough feel fresh.
The game can provide a sense of joy and hope, as it has helped some players find motivation and positivity during difficult times.

The execution of the game is poor, with technical issues such as lack of resolution options, uncustomizable controls, and simplistic graphics that do not meet modern PC gaming standards.
There is no save system, requiring players to complete the game in one sitting, which can take several hours and may frustrate those with limited time.
The gameplay can be punishingly difficult, leading to a trial-and-error experience that may not be enjoyable for all players, especially those who dislike repetitive dying.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it simple yet enjoyable, while others criticize it for being glitchy and disappointing. The mechanics are introduced early on, but the lack of a save feature and various aggravating elements may deter potential players. Overall, the gameplay experience seems to limit its appeal despite the game's attractive presentation and low price.
- “Whether you're playing on a keyboard or controller, the game teaches you these three mechanics when you first enter, and it's up to you to use them to get through each map.”
- “Simple gameplay, I like it.”
- “You can find 35 minutes of gameplay with commentary here.”
- “The game looks nice, has a good presentation, and it's ultra-cheap, but the gameplay is disappointing and quite glitchy.”
- “The gameplay will limit people interested in the game, and the lack of a save might reduce that pool of players further - so I would suggest to the developer to add one in (if it's there, I haven't found it).”
- “There are several aggravating aspects to the game that aren't related to the gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been criticized for their low quality and lack of customization options, resembling simplistic 2D visuals typically found in low-effort flash or mobile games. Reviewers note that the graphics feel outdated and do not meet the expectations of PC gamers, reflecting a console-like experience rather than a visually impressive PC title.
- “While this is on PC, it has all the hallmarks and deficiencies of a console game, from the clunkier than needed control scheme to the less than cutting edge graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “The game features somewhat lazy, simplistic 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort flash/browser games and mobile apps.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have reported significant stability issues, including instances of getting trapped or falling through floors, which are likely attributed to glitches rather than intended game mechanics.
- “The most infuriating thing I've encountered while playing this game is how sometimes you get trapped in or fall through the floors, which I'm hoping is just due to glitches and not an intended part of the game.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing hours of work.”
- “I've experienced numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, including freezing and unexpected shutdowns.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players found it relaxing and beneficial for their experience, others criticized it as being poor quality, though they appreciated the option to turn it off.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Music is horrible, but you can turn it off.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability due to its dynamic starting locations and randomized map layouts, with shuffled dungeon rooms and a variety of room configurations that enhance the experience with each playthrough.
- “Each time the game is loaded, the layout of the dungeon changes with the rooms shuffled, and it appears that there are more room variations within a single dungeon, so the game offers a large amount of replayability.”
- “The game has a certain amount of replayability with the starting location changing and the maps being in different orders each time you reload the game.”
- “Each time the game is loaded, the layout of the dungeon changes with the rooms shuffled, and it appears that there are more room variations when you see in a single dungeon, so the game offers a large amount of replayability.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”