Night Grove

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Night Grove is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Admia and was released on April 9, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

It is a first-person indie horror game in the walking simulator genre. Night GroveA building standing in the deep woods has had a bad reputation for years. According to the residents of nearby towns, the rest of their days are spent in this hostel by people whom society has long since abandoned. The physically and mentally unhealthy people who inhabit this place are always described differently…

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Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

story8 positive mentions

Visually appealing graphics that enhance the horror experience.
Effective audio design that sets a creepy atmosphere, despite some issues with volume.
Engaging jump scares and a decent amount of tension throughout the gameplay.

The game suffers from poor sound cues, making it difficult to detect enemy movements.
The story is lackluster and can be confusing, with an abrupt ending.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with some mechanics leading to a loss of urgency.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally considered basic but sufficient for the horror genre, featuring unexpected jump scares and visually appealing elements. While some players found the narrative lacking depth and coherence, others appreciated its fun and engaging aspects, suggesting that it could have been enhanced with voice acting. Overall, the story serves its purpose within the gameplay, though it may not stand out as particularly memorable.
- “Crazy unexpected jump scares and a cool story.”
- “Pretty good graphics, fun story.”
- “Overall the game was good, with an interesting story and very good audio and lighting.”
- “The story itself (although lackluster in most horror games) doesn't make much sense.”
- “The story was okay; I think it would have benefited from some voice acting.”
- “The story was quite basic, but it has all you need.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally considered average, featuring a few effective jumpscares and engaging mechanics. The expansive and intriguing house setting enhances the experience, keeping players on edge without allowing for breaks, as the game consistently delivers unexpected moments of terror.
- “The house in which the action takes place is so large and interesting that it makes the gameplay of the game more engaging.”
- “It's okay, nothing special, but it had a few good jumpscares and interesting mechanics.”
- “There is no moment to take a break to drink something because the game mechanics work to terrify the player when they least expect it.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised as "pretty good," contributing to a chilling experience with well-timed jump scares, and users report no glitches during gameplay.
- “Very chilling experience, a few well-timed jump scares, graphics are nice, and I did not encounter a single glitch.”
- “Pretty good graphics, fun story.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its engaging and immersive quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the variety and composition, which effectively complements the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is a standout feature that resonates well with the audience.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unsettling sound design, particularly the disturbing breathing of the monsters, which creates a tense and immersive experience. Players appreciate the quietness of the monsters, enhancing the feeling of being stalked and heightening the overall suspense.
- “The atmosphere and how the monsters sound is where this game excels; the breathing is so disturbing, and the monsters are so quiet that you won't even know they're following you.”
- “The atmosphere and how the monsters sound is where this game is great; the breathing is so disturbing and the monsters are so quiet, you won't even know they're following you.”