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

48%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and creepy design that effectively immerses players in the game.
The game is enjoyable and well worth the price, especially considering it's from a small developer.
Multiple endings and replayability add to the overall experience, providing some freedom in gameplay.

Numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with dialogue options and object interactions, detract from the experience.
The game suffers from poor navigation and invisible walls, making it frustrating to explore.
Controls, particularly for the bike, are awkward and can lead to an uncomfortable gameplay 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 contribute to the overall immersion, creating an unsettling vibe that complements the narrative.
- “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 the experience of exploring on a bike. While some players appreciated the original story, the gameplay itself did not stand out significantly.
- “I liked the story, I found it pretty original and I enjoyed the gameplay; it gives you some kind 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 qualities, enhanced by effective lighting and design elements. However, some users feel that the overall experience is marred by a sense of incompleteness. Overall, it successfully evokes a sense of fear and tension reminiscent of classic horror storytelling.
- “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 the environment and its 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 decent, but it lacks variety and becomes repetitive quickly.”
- “The music and sound effects, while unsettling, often overshadow the gameplay and can be distracting.”
- “The overall audio experience feels disjointed, making it hard to fully immerse in the game.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's stability is compromised 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 impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience.”
- “The lack of stability in the game results in constant interruptions, pulling me out of the immersion.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort 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.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users have reported issues with camera shake during sideways movement, which detracts from the overall smoothness of gameplay. This raises concerns about the game's optimization, suggesting that performance may not be fully polished.
- “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 just doesn't feel smooth.”