Occult

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"Occult" is a horror action game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op for up to 2 players. The game takes you to cursed locations around the world, where you must complete unique quests, battle cultists, and avoid monsters. Featuring puzzles, hide-and-seek, and various outfits, Occult delivers a thrilling experience with multiple endings. Join the official Discord community for the latest news and updates.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 433 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics9 negative mentions

The game is a lot of fun when played with friends, offering great replayability and multiple endings across different maps.
The atmosphere is creepy and engaging, with effective jump scares that enhance the horror experience.
For its price, the game provides a decent amount of content and can be an enjoyable experience, especially in a group setting.

The multiplayer functionality is often broken, making it difficult to play with friends, and many players experience issues with invites and lobbies.
The game can feel unpolished and repetitive, with some mechanics being frustratingly difficult or unclear, leading to confusion during gameplay.
While the graphics and design have potential, they are often criticized for being low quality, and the AI behavior can be predictable and lacking in challenge.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
68%
14%
The gameplay in "Occult" features a mix of exploration, puzzles, and combat, making it enjoyable for short sessions, particularly with friends. While the mechanics are generally fluid and the multiplayer experience is stable, many players note that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with some bugs present but not game-breaking. Overall, it offers a fun, albeit limited, horror experience that could benefit from additional content and polish.
- “The gameplay in Occult combines exploration, puzzles, and combat.”
- “The mechanics for running, hiding, and interacting are really good, and the enemies are terrifying.”
- “Occult is a perfect game session with friends if you're looking for a sneak and destroy type of horror game that has enough gameplay to discover what needs to be done, while also having new fear behind it to keep you on your toes.”
- “Less than 3 hours of gameplay is enough for this game; don't play more than that.”
- “Very poor gameplay, identical enemies.”
- “Too many of these games suffer from the same old gameplay loop and get boring and tiresome quickly.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
33%
43%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the impressive visuals and atmospheric design that enhance the overall experience, while others criticize them as subpar or glitchy. Many appreciate the detailed locations and effective use of aesthetics, but there are complaints about performance issues and a lack of realism that detracts from the game's intended scare factor. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point by some, but significant improvements are needed according to others.
- “One of the first things that strike you when starting Occult is the impressive graphics and atmospheric music.”
- “In conclusion, Occult is a game that impresses with its story, graphics, and atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are epic.”
- “The graphics and animations are not impressive.”
- “This game sucks not even scarier get devour cheap and well made but occult is garbage the graphics look like jpg.”
- “The game graphics is too bad and weird.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
59%
18%
The story of "Occult" is praised for its deep narrative and engaging atmosphere, centering on a young adventurer's quest to uncover an ancient evil after the loss of a friend. While many players appreciate the intelligent plot twists and immersive storytelling, some criticize the game's execution, citing a lack of direction and frustrating gameplay mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative is a highlight for many, though opinions vary on its effectiveness in enhancing gameplay.
- “Developed by a passionate indie team, Occult captures the player's imagination with its deep storytelling and unique atmosphere.”
- “The plot in Occult is one of its strongest aspects.”
- “The story unfolds in an intelligent way and is full of unexpected twists, keeping the player engaged from start to finish.”
- “The game is stupid and boring; these positive reviews are fake. The game's story is non-existent; it's just a mindless run-around game, and you're forced to die and restart by the monsters that can easily outrun you. You can't change the graphics, and the game is just not enjoyable. Give it a go, but don't expect much from it.”
- “Lack of clues on both of the missions wasted an hour of me just looking around and getting killed constantly. Anytime you'd run anywhere, it doesn't matter if you're crouching or just trying to avoid the AI; they just come after you and kill you through walls. Running isn't much of an option either, as you end up getting stuck in a room with nowhere to go. The constant swarm of AI is just borderline annoying.”
- “My suggestion to the developers: add medkits, slow down the AI running speeds, and add proper clues, not some wack story on a note.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
21%
21%
The atmosphere of "Occult" is widely praised for its impressive graphics, atmospheric music, and deep storytelling, creating a unique and immersive experience. Players appreciate the game's creepy ambiance and effective use of jump scares, enhancing the overall tension and enjoyment, especially in multiplayer settings. Many reviewers suggest that additional maps could further diversify the atmospheric experience, but overall, the game's design and atmosphere leave a strong impression.
- “Developed by a passionate indie team, Occult captures the player's imagination with its deep storytelling and unique atmosphere.”
- “One of the first things that strike you when starting Occult is the impressive graphics and atmospheric music.”
- “Please add more maps, so players can feel a more diverse atmosphere.”
- “I feel being carried off by the throat by the occult person and left to hang on a hook or sacrificing table for later would amp up the atmosphere far more than being tapped by a lantern.”
- “The atmosphere the game delivers is one of a kind.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable but suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in AI behavior and multiplayer functionality, which can disrupt gameplay. Players have reported issues with jumping mechanics and lighting, leading to frustrating experiences during monster and boss encounters. Overall, while fun with friends, the stability remains a significant concern.
- “Still a bit buggy when monsters or bosses hunt you or other players.”
- “Lost a few rounds because of glitches.”
- “Multiplayer is too buggy.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's optimization is generally considered lacking, with several technical issues reported, such as difficulties in inviting friends and getting stuck in certain areas. However, players still find it enjoyable for short sessions, and there is hope for improvements in future updates. Overall, while the price-performance ratio is praised, the current optimization leaves room for enhancement.
- “It's price performance is excellent!”
- “Finally, there's optimization.”
- “This game's optimization is not the best.”
- “Optimization needs improvement; my friends and I had an issue where I couldn't invite anyone to the party until I restarted the game a few times. We also managed to get stuck in some parts of the maps.”
- “Hope to see what is to come for this game with future updates and optimization.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it particularly enjoyable when playing with friends. Many reviews highlight the game's comedic elements, contributing to a fun and entertaining experience. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted touch that enhances gameplay.
- “Funny game.”
- “Fun and funny with friends.”
- “This game can be very funny to play with mates.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players find the game super fun with plenty of replay value, others feel that limited difficulty variations reduce the incentive to replay.
- “Super fun and plenty of replay value!”
- “On top of that, different difficulties don't impact much, so replayability is limited.”
- “There isn't much of a replay value.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and monotonous, detracting from the overall experience. While the game features some positive elements like fluid gameplay and effective multiplayer, the grindy tasks can lead to frustration and a lack of engagement.
- “It's very grindy.”
- “The game looks so bad it hurts my eyes, and the tasks are tedious and monotonous, making anyone want to give up.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in "Occult" is noted for its impressive atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience, particularly during chase sequences, which users find particularly engaging.
- “One of the first things that strike you when starting the game is the impressive graphics and atmospheric music.”
- “I love the chase music.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users highlight that the character development in the game "Occult" is particularly impressive, indicating a strong focus on evolving characters throughout the narrative.
- “Another impressive aspect of the game is its character development.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing frustration over a lack of updates and development despite its potential.
- “Seriously, always potential but the development is just bull$hit promises. I've had this game for a while with no updates, no game growth, just a cash grab.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending a fortune.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it feel like the game is designed to squeeze money out of players.”