Office No. 41

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Experience an adventure horror gameplay. Solve puzzles, find secretes and don't get catched by the creatures of this abandoned place. Be ready to hide wherever you can. The puzzles you must solve can be very different. In some moments, be very attentive and use your brain.

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Play Modes

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

40%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has potential and could improve with more time and updates.
Some players found the voice acting genuine and appreciated the backstories provided through notes and recordings.
The game is considered fairly priced for those looking for a short horror experience.

The game is plagued with glitches, unresponsive menus, and a lack of polish, making it frustrating to play.
Many players found the story unclear and the gameplay boring, with vague objectives and invisible walls disrupting immersion.
The ethical concerns regarding charging for a 'prototype' version have left many feeling scammed and disappointed.

story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is criticized for its lack of coherence and progression, with players encountering technical issues that hinder interaction. Many feel that the narrative is poorly constructed, lacking a clear thread, and the notes meant to convey the story are often confusing and difficult to understand.
- “You can't progress the story because the interact feature doesn't work at one point.”
- “Everything feels like 'assets thrown together'; there is no cohesive thread throughout the story.”
- “There were moments when I couldn't understand the 'notes' that you had to read to grasp the story.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including severe optimization problems and frequent visual glitches that disrupt gameplay. Players report that assets collapse unexpectedly during movement, leading to a frustrating experience filled with bugs.
- “The game is extremely unoptimized, and for the first time ever, I have experienced visual glitches that I cannot explain. Whenever you turn your camera or walk around, the assets collapse in on each other.”
- “The game is full of glitches, and it's not fun to play at all. I just skipped a part of the game by simply going to the main menu.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
Gameplay features a generic chaser enemy that employs an unfair teleportation mechanic, making it difficult to avoid encounters. Players can choose between stealth, which is more effective, or engaging in risky chases.
- “You can either use stealth (which is more effective since it doesn't use noise), or risk getting chased with its mechanics.”
- “The gameplay offers a unique blend of stealth and chase mechanics that keeps you on your toes.”
- “The enemy has a teleportation mechanic that adds an unexpected twist to the gameplay, making encounters thrilling.”
- “The enemy/monster is one of those generic chasers; however, it has a mechanic that makes it teleport in front of you without warning, which is completely unfair and leaves you with almost no chance of avoiding it.”
- “You can either use stealth (which is more effective since it doesn't use sound) or risk getting chased with its mechanic.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is derived from its self-aware nature as an "asset flip," leading to a comedic experience that highlights its low-effort design. Players find amusement in the game's blatant lack of originality and the absurdity of its execution.
- “The game is filled with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the humor is both absurd and relatable, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add so much charm to the gameplay.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's graphics are criticized for being poorly optimized, leading to unexplained visual glitches where assets collapse when the camera is moved or the player walks around.
- “The game is extremely unoptimized, and for the first time ever, I have experienced visual glitches that I cannot explain. Whenever you turn your camera or walk around, the assets collapse in on each other.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from a modern game. It feels like a step back in time.”
- “The textures are low resolution and often appear blurry, making the overall visual experience disappointing.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with players reporting unexplained visual glitches and asset collisions that occur during camera movement and character navigation.
- “The game is extremely unoptimized, and for the first time ever, I have experienced visual glitches that I cannot explain. Whenever you turn your camera or walk around, the assets collapse in on each other.”
- “Performance issues are rampant; the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate even on high-end hardware.”
- “The optimization is so poor that loading times are excessively long, making it frustrating to get into the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization of the game has drawn significant criticism, with players expressing frustration over being charged for a product that feels incomplete and glitchy, especially when marketed as a "prototype."
- “I have played many bad (and good) indie games over the years, but this... it's not only on the top 3 list of most broken/glitchy games I have ever tried, it also has the nerve to charge money for it while advertising it as a 'prototype'!”
- “The monetization in this game is outrageous. It feels like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it impossible to enjoy without spending extra money.”
- “I can't believe how much they charge for in-game items that should be free. It ruins the experience and makes it feel like a cash grab.”