Paranormal Observation
- April 26, 2024
- Platuro
Get on Steam"Paranormal Observation" is a ghost hunting game where you investigate paranormal activities from the safety of your computer in a basement observation room. Using advanced tools like an EMF meter, temperature meter, and UV light, you'll identify different ghost types across various difficulty levels and maps. Once you've identified the ghost, use the Exorcism module to remove it from the building.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of ghost hunting mechanics reminiscent of Phasmophobia and Observation Duty, providing an engaging and immersive experience.
- Players appreciate the variety of maps and the potential for future updates, including new ghosts and mechanics, which keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.
- The developer is responsive to community feedback, implementing updates that enhance gameplay and fix issues, which shows a commitment to improving the game.
- Many players find the lack of a tutorial and clear instructions frustrating, making it difficult to understand the game mechanics early on.
- Some users report that the gameplay can become tedious, particularly when searching for evidence, as certain items can be hard to find or take too long to locate.
- There are calls for more ghost interactions and events, as well as improvements to the user interface, to enhance the overall experience and increase the game's scare factor.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging hunting mechanics and upgrade system, which enhance the overall experience and create a cohesive loop that can be genuinely scary. However, some players find it slow and lacking in intrigue, with mixed feelings about the additional tools and mechanics reminiscent of other horror games. Overall, while the core elements are appreciated, there is a desire for more content and variety to elevate the experience further.
“The hunting mechanic is pretty cool, and I like the fact that you can buy upgrades to make your life easier.”
“After I spent a while getting used to the game and working out the mechanics, I absolutely loved it.”
“A really cohesive gameplay loop as well, and it's genuinely scary when you're sitting in silence and hear someone knocking on the door right next to you.”
“The elements are there, but they lend more to the ghost hunting and FNAF style of gameplay.”
“I found the gameplay to be rather slow and lacking intrigue.”
“I wasn't a huge fan of some of the extra tools mechanics.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when trying to obtain specific evidence, which can feel overly repetitive and frustrating. While the game is still in early access and shows potential, the grind can detract from the overall experience after a few playthroughs.
“Sometimes getting certain evidence is either way too tedious or it just doesn't happen, even when the ghost has that evidence.”
“The game is still in early access and is not bad, but it can get a little tedious after the first three times.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story unfolds gradually, revealing its depth and significance as players progress through the missions, leading to a greater appreciation of the narrative.
“The story unfolds beautifully, drawing you in with its rich characters and intricate plot.”
“Each mission reveals more about the world and its inhabitants, making you eager to uncover the next chapter.”
“The narrative is compelling and keeps you engaged from start to finish, with twists that you won't see coming.”
“After you play a few missions, you'll understand why the story falls flat.”
“The plot twists are predictable and lack any real impact.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players have noted that proper setup, such as ensuring the microphone is plugged in, can significantly improve the game's performance, leading to a smoother experience.
“I figured out I needed to have my mic plugged in by looking at the discussion page; after doing that, the game runs smoothly now.”
“The optimization options are extensive, allowing me to tailor the performance to my system perfectly.”
“After tweaking the settings, I noticed a significant improvement in frame rates and overall gameplay fluidity.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers indicate that the game's replayability is currently limited but expect it to improve significantly with the addition of more content in the future.
“The game will definitely have more replayability when more content is added.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
“Will definitely have more replayability when more content is added.”
