Ouija Rumours
- January 29, 2022
- Lsgamedev
- 1h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Ouija: Rumors" is a first-person horror survival game set in a haunted cabin where a teenage girl was found dead. As the father of Sarah, who you left in the cabin a decade ago, you must uncover the truth behind your family's tragic past and the mysterious rumors surrounding their new life. The game aims to raise awareness against the power of rumors.
Reviews
- The game features good jump scares and a dark, engaging story that keeps players interested.
- It's a short but enjoyable experience, taking about an hour to complete, making it accessible for casual gamers.
- The game runs smoothly and has a well-crafted atmosphere, especially for an indie title developed by a single person.
- The dialogue can be stiff and unskippable, which may disrupt the pacing of the game.
- Some players experienced bugs and glitches, including issues with navigation and abrupt endings.
- The audio quality is poor, and the game can feel cheap or low-budget in certain aspects.
- story17 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as dark, disturbing, and engaging, effectively incorporating horror elements and jump scares, though it lacks depth and clarity in certain areas. While the pacing is generally good, some players found the introduction confusing, which affected their understanding of the plot's conclusion. Overall, it offers a brief but thrilling experience for those who appreciate horror narratives, despite its shortcomings in detail and coherence.
“I'd recommend this game to anyone who wants to go through a sad story, but also likes jump scares.”
“The game is short but worth its jump scares and thrilling story to discover in the world of Ouija rumors.”
“A very dark storyline with a scary atmosphere and a lot of jump scares.”
“The whole intro made little to no sense as to why you would want to be involved in the story, which makes the ending slightly confusing as well.”
“If you're looking for a detailed story game, with harder puzzles, creative elements, or tons of scares, then you will most likely be somewhat disappointed.”
“Decent story, but could use better explanation.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its effective blend of darkness and suspense, featuring a well-executed design that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the spooky elements and jump scares, contributing to a thrilling and immersive environment. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout aspect that complements the game's shorter, engaging storyline.
“If you're looking for a shorter game with decent progression, good atmosphere, and some spooks, then I would say you would enjoy the game.”
“The game runs smoothly, the atmospheres are fairly well done, and the overall game is great.”
“A very dark storyline with a scary atmosphere and a lot of jump scares.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users have reported some stability issues, including occasional physics glitches that allow players to go out of bounds or bypass intended boundaries, indicating that the game may have some bugs that affect gameplay.
“Is it going to be buggy?”
“I encountered a few physics glitches where I was able to go out of bounds by jumping on boxes and furniture.”
“I was able to keep running with no invisible wall to stop me in the ending area.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, providing a satisfying experience that keeps players invested. However, some users noted occasional pacing issues and a lack of variety in certain gameplay elements. Overall, it strikes a balance between challenge and enjoyment, appealing to a wide range of players.
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game is well-optimized, running smoothly with well-crafted atmospheres, contributing to a positive gaming experience.
“The game runs smoothly, the atmospheres are fairly well done, and the overall experience is great.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate and loads quickly.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players found the humor in the game unexpectedly delightful, often leading to genuine laughter and enjoyment, even when they initially had low expectations.
“I fully enjoyed this; I went into the game expecting nothing and came out laughing, screamed a few times, and had a great time.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch! I found myself chuckling at the clever dialogue and hilarious situations.”
“Every character has a unique sense of humor that kept me entertained throughout the entire game.”
