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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features good jump scares and a dark, engaging story that keeps players interested.
- It's a short but entertaining indie horror game, effectively delivering its narrative in about an hour of gameplay.
- The game runs smoothly and has a decent atmosphere, making it enjoyable for casual horror fans.
- 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 cheesy at times, which may detract from the overall experience.
- story34 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as dark, disturbing, and engaging, effectively incorporating horror elements and jump scares, though it lacks groundbreaking originality. While the pacing is generally good, some players found the introduction confusing and the overall narrative could benefit from clearer explanations. Despite its short length, the story captivates players, making it a worthwhile experience for those who enjoy a sad and spooky tale.
“The game is short but worth its jump scares and thrilling story to discover in the world of Ouija rumors.”
“The short story is dark, disturbing, and interesting.”
“It had some nice scares and the story kept me playing and wanting to see the end.”
“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, creativity, or tons of scares, then you will most likely be somewhat disappointed.”
“Decent story, but could use better explanation.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its effectiveness in creating a dark and spooky environment, enhanced by a well-executed storyline and numerous jump scares. Players appreciate the smooth gameplay and the overall immersive experience, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a shorter, thrilling adventure.
“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.”
“Super scary atmosphere with a short spooky story!”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some stability issues, with users reporting physics glitches that allow players to go out of bounds and bypass intended barriers. These bugs can disrupt the gameplay experience, indicating a need for further refinement.
“Is it going to be buggy?”
“A few physics glitches where I was able to go out of bounds (via jumping on boxes/furniture) or keep running with no invisible wall to stop me (ending area).”
“Is it going to be buggy?”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as lacking depth and engagement, with users expressing disappointment in its overall execution.
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and well-crafted atmospheres, contributing to an overall positive experience.
“The game runs smoothly, the atmospheres are fairly well done, and the overall experience is great.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players found the humor in the game unexpectedly delightful, often leading to genuine laughter and enjoyment. Many entered with low expectations but were pleasantly surprised by the comedic elements, enhancing their overall experience.
“I fully enjoyed this, but I went into the game expecting nothing out of it and came out laughing, screamed a few times, and had a good time.”
