Office Elevator
- April 2, 2022
- Punx Studios
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Get on itch.io Store"Office Elevator" is a horror-puzzle game where you must explore a dark office building to solve puzzles and uncover the mystery behind people's disappearances. As you navigate the building, you'll be pursued by a terrifying monster and must hide and dodge it to survive. The game features retro 3D graphics, with low poly models, pixelated textures, and VHS effects, and includes NPC interactions and multiple endings.
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PlayStation
Reviews
- The game features a unique and horrifying monster design, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
- The VHS-inspired graphics and low-res horror aesthetic are well-executed, contributing to the game's charm.
- Despite its short runtime, the game offers a few satisfying puzzles and moments of tension.
- The game is extremely short, with a typical playthrough lasting only 10-30 minutes, leading to concerns about its value.
- The monster's AI is flawed, allowing it to detect players through walls, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- There is a lack of guidance and story depth, leaving players with many unanswered questions and minimal replayability.
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their effective low-res horror aesthetic and inventive monster design, with many users expressing a fondness for the VHS-inspired visuals. However, some reviewers feel that the game's high price is not justified given the limited content, despite their appreciation for the retro style.
“The low-res horror aesthetic is spot on, the monster is inventive looking and horrifying, and in a few short minutes of runtime, it manages to squeeze in a couple of puzzles which have you hunting the dark office for answers.”
“I love the graphics and am a fan of the VHS-inspired graphics.”
“+ cool VHS-styled graphics”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is minimal, primarily revolving around a coworker's mention of disappearances and a simple errand to the parking garage, leaving players wanting more depth. However, the ending has received praise for being surprisingly good despite the overall vagueness of the narrative.
“The ending was surprisingly pretty good for such a vague storyline.”
“I would have liked a little bit more story.”
“There isn't much of a story--a coworker mentions some disappearances and your boss sends you on an errand to the parking garage.”
“The story is too short; I would have liked a little bit more depth.”
“There isn't much of a story--a coworker mentions some disappearances and your boss sends you on an errand to the parking garage.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, primarily due to its short 10-15 minute runtime and the presence of only one ending, which diminishes the incentive to play again. Players note a lack of freedom and depth, suggesting that the experience may not justify a higher price point.
“I don't really see much replay value in the game as there's only one ending and the game is extremely short once you figure out what to do and how to go undetected from Lamphead.”
“It's up for debate whether a game boasting a 10-15 minute runtime that doesn't offer anything to glean from its context, much freedom, much replayability, or even any lasting art direction should cost more than a buck or two, but I suppose I would be nitpicking at that point.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The games Exe, Wisperwind, Katydids, and Office Elevator are noted for their strong atmospheric qualities, effectively creating a sense of tension and fear despite their short playtime.
“Exe, Whisperwind, Katydids, and Office Elevator are very atmospheric and somewhat scary games!”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the humor in the game as a standout feature, noting that it contributes to an entertaining and enjoyable experience. The comedic elements are effectively showcased in playthroughs, enhancing the overall gameplay.
