Newspaper Day

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You will play as David, a teenage boy in school, who has a part-time job as a newspaper delivery boy. You must deliver newspapers to your neighbors, talk to them, and learn more about their lives. However, you will gradually realize that there's something strange about one of them. Therefore, you will need to investigate further, very carefully, using your wits, your job, and the clues to bring th…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

45%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a great creepy atmosphere and good light work, contributing to an immersive experience.
There are multiple endings and achievements, adding replayability to the game.
The developer is responsive and kind to the community, which is appreciated by players.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with interaction and movement, making it frustrating to play.
Gameplay can feel tedious and inefficient, with unclear objectives and a lack of guidance.
The controls, especially for the bike, are awkward and can detract from the overall experience.

story
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its originality and atmospheric storytelling reminiscent of "Fears to Fathom," others criticize it for lacking depth and context. Overall, the narrative is seen as a positive aspect by those who engage with it, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “This game really gives you Fears to Fathom vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
- “I liked the story; I found it pretty original and I enjoyed the gameplay. It gives you a sense of freedom and nostalgia just walking around with your bike.”
- “The lack of story or context doesn't help.”
- “No story.”
- “This game really gives you 'Fears to Fathom' vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
graphics
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as decent, with a unique low poly aesthetic that enhances the game's atmosphere and storytelling. Users appreciate how the visuals, combined with sound design, create an immersive and unsettling experience that effectively conveys a sense of unease.
- “I enjoyed the graphics style.”
- “The music and the sound effects, along with the unsettling graphics contribute to the immersion; you really feel like something's off in the neighborhood to the point where you even stop trusting the elders.”
- “I don't typically like the low poly aesthetic, but it works really well in this game since it isn't all pixelated.”
- “This game really gives you 'Fears to Fathom' vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
- “The music and the sound effects, along with the unsettling graphics, contribute to the immersion; you really feel like something's off in the neighborhood to the point where you even stop trusting the elders.”
gameplay
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as average, but it offers a sense of freedom and nostalgia, particularly through exploration on a bike. While some players appreciated the original story, the overall gameplay experience received mixed reviews.
- “I liked the story, I found it pretty original and I enjoyed the gameplay; it gives you a sense of freedom and nostalgia just walking around with your bike.”
- “Gameplay: average”
- “It's just gameplay.”
- “Here's the full gameplay with both endings: https://youtu.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its creepy and immersive design, effectively creating a sense of terror through strong storytelling and lighting. However, some users feel that the overall experience is marred by an unfinished quality.
- “This game is good and has a great creepy atmosphere.”
- “Good terror atmosphere and good lighting work.”
- “This game really gives you fears to fathom vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
- “This game really gives you 'Fears to Fathom' vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
music
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects are described as decent, effectively enhancing the game's unsettling atmosphere and immersion, making players feel a sense of distrust towards their surroundings and characters.
- “The music and the sound effects, along with the unsettling graphics contribute to the immersion; you really feel like something's off in the neighborhood to the point where you even stop trusting the elders.”
- “The soundtrack is just decent, lacking the depth and variety needed to enhance the overall experience.”
- “The music and sound effects, while unsettling, often feel repetitive and fail to maintain the tension throughout the game.”
- “The audio design doesn't quite match the unsettling graphics, leaving a disconnect that detracts from the immersion.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's stability is hindered by frequent glitches, which detract from the overall experience and make it challenging to stay engaged, especially in the absence of voice acting.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
- “The lack of voice acting also makes it difficult to pay attention, as I'm too focused on the glitches and feeling bored.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time 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.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting issues such as camera shake during sideways movement, which detracts from the overall smoothness of gameplay.
- “On the other hand, I had some problems with the way the camera shakes when you move sideways. I don't know if it's about performance or just the game, but it doesn't feel smooth.”