No Way Out: A Dead Realm Tale

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100 years after the massacre at Huxley’s Mansion rumors swirl of an unclaimed treasure waiting to be collected. But there are things the rumors don’t mention. The murderous ghosts who prowl the hallways waiting for your torch to dim… The wails of a grieving mother who begs you to help her son. And the madman at the center of it all, William Huxley, whose inventions have left the mansion suspended …

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

52%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features solid puzzles that provide a sense of accomplishment when solved.
The graphics and atmosphere are well done, creating an unsettling and immersive horror experience.
The game successfully delivers jump scares and a creepy ambiance that keeps players on edge.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and control issues, particularly with VR compatibility.
Many players find the game too short for its price, with some completing it in under two hours.
The gameplay can be tedious and frustrating due to unclear mechanics and trial-and-error elements.

graphics
10 mentions
70 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality and atmospheric depth, contributing significantly to the horror experience. While some users noted minor issues like clipping and visibility in darker areas, the detailed surroundings and overall visual design received high marks, with comparisons to other well-regarded titles in the genre. Overall, the graphics enhance the gameplay, creating a captivating and immersive environment.
- “The graphics and atmosphere were the best part of this game.”
- “However, the details in the surroundings are really what I enjoyed, such as the artwork hanging on the walls and the statues.”
- “I loved the aspect of the torch being your puzzle timer, and the graphics are scarily gorgeous!”
- “Your graphics are decent, but I almost couldn't tell, because even at maximum brightness, 90% of the background and scenery is pitch black and unviewable.”
- “The only graphical issue I had was that there was clipping between doors and some walls, but you basically have to run into them to notice it, so it wasn't that big of a deal.”
gameplay
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of puzzles and a chase mechanic, which some players find frustrating due to unclear guidance and controls. While the horror elements are effective and create a tense atmosphere, the mechanics can be confusing, leading to repeated deaths as players struggle to understand the game's rules. Overall, the experience is marred by wonky controls, but the story and horror aspects are generally well-received.
- “So this is not an escape room, although it does have puzzles intermingled with the chase mechanic.”
- “The game then forces the player to learn its mechanics quickly by the use of a torch as a sort of puzzle timer.”
- “On the bright side, No Way Out scared the crap out of me quite a few times in only around an hour of gameplay.”
- “I definitely liked the horror elements, just didn't like the game mechanics or controls.”
- “Then because the guidance in the game is so bad, I died repeatedly until I somehow managed to figure out that there was a hidden mechanic that you guys refused to make clear, like how if you went the wrong way, you died.”
- “Gameplay-wise, other than the sheer terror, I noticed that the controls are a little wonky. I tried to use the Vive controllers, and instead of allowing you to actually press down on the thumb pads, they make you use the touch pad, which is very finicky.”
atmosphere
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unsettling and immersive qualities, enhanced by excellent graphics and effective use of jump scares. Players feel a heightened sense of tension and alertness, reminiscent of other horror titles, although some find the gameplay itself can become tedious at times. Overall, the atmosphere stands out as a key strength of the experience.
- “The graphics and atmosphere were the best part of this game.”
- “You know the drill, figure out the puzzles and survive long enough to make your way out of the haunted house, as the mystery behind the haunting unfolds along the way... and it's all here - great graphics and atmosphere had me on red alert at times.”
- “The atmosphere is unsettling and the use of jump scares is excellent.”
- “The atmosphere is unsettling, and the use of jump scares is excellent.”
- “The game fails to create a cohesive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
- “Despite the potential, the atmosphere feels bland and uninspired, lacking any real tension.”
story
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The story is present but often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics, such as pathfinding and memorization puzzles, which detract from its impact. However, the storytelling quality is noted to be high, featuring above-average voice acting and interesting characters. Overall, while the narrative has potential, it may not fully engage players due to gameplay distractions.
- “The storytelling is surprisingly high quality, with some well-above-average voice acting and interesting characters.”
- “Other than the controls, the story and gameplay seem good.”
- “The story was there, but you don't really notice it.”
- “I was too busy just trying to find the correct path and solving those dumb memorization puzzles that the story didn't really make any impact on me.”
- “The storytelling is surprisingly high quality with some well-above-average voice acting and some interesting characters.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly during the final puzzle, despite appreciating the decent graphics and overall atmosphere.
- “The gameplay can be pretty tedious, especially the last puzzle.”
- “Grinding feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game is reported to have some stability issues, with users noting that it is "a bit buggy."
- “The game is quite buggy overall.”
- “There are frequent crashes that disrupt gameplay.”
- “I encountered several glitches that affected my experience.”