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Paranormal Place

60%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, optimization
story, gameplay
68% User Score Based on 38 reviews

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"Paranormal Place" is a first-person psychological thriller set in an abandoned military barracks, where you play as a blogger named Alex searching for paranormal activity. The game features a 'Walking Simulator' genre, realistic graphics, 3D surround sound, and a bodycam effect using UE 5.3. Your goal is to create internet-worthy content and uncover the secrets of this haunted building in approximately 60 minutes.

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68%
Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
atmosphere8 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game has a genuinely creepy atmosphere with well-placed jump scares that can startle players.
  • The puzzles are engaging and require some thought, providing a balanced level of difficulty.
  • The graphics are impressive for an indie title, contributing to the overall eerie experience.
  • The game lacks clear objectives and guidance, often leaving players confused about what to do next.
  • Background sounds are repetitive and overused, diminishing their effectiveness and tension.
  • There are technical issues, such as optimization problems and clunky mechanics, which can disrupt gameplay.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is perceived as lacking depth and immersion, with some players feeling it fails to engage them effectively. While it introduces new elements, many reviewers express frustration over the reliance on repetitive mechanics for progression, leading to a disjointed narrative experience. Overall, the storytelling aspect seems to be a mixed bag, with some players questioning its existence altogether.

    • “This is a brand new story with new elements.”
    • “Very story-heavy.”
    • “Not to mention there is no story being told here really.”
    • “This is a brand new story with new elements, but ultimately I feel I encountered the same issues as before.”
    • “I know a lot of players that get frustrated when they have to click on everything just to progress through the story.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the "observation" feature, which players hope will be further developed in future titles. However, some users find certain mechanics, like the camera scrolling, to be repetitive and drawn out, suggesting that diversifying gameplay elements could enhance the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the gameplay remains compelling enough to keep players invested.

    • “Gameplay is amazing, so it doesn't even matter.”
    • “I do like the 'observation' mechanic of the gameplay and hope that this can be implemented in future games, but expanded on in a way that makes it on par with games such as Observation Duty and Project 13.”
    • “The camera scrolling mechanic was also a little drawn out.”
    • “The fact that I had to repeat this type of mechanic three times did get a little annoying, but again, not enough to shake me away from the game.”
    • “These types of flaws can really sandbag gameplay and deter even the most seasoned of horror enjoyers.”
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its creepiness and effective jump scares, enhanced by enjoyable ambient music that contributes to a sense of dread. However, some players find the lack of direction and confusing timed events detract from the overall experience.

    • “Atmosphere is really creepy and it has great jump scares!”
    • “The jump scares were good, the ambient music was enjoyable and added to the overall atmosphere and sense of dread.”
    • “Atmosphere is quite good too.”
    • “It has the atmosphere, but there is no direction.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their eerie elements that enhance the atmosphere and create tension, with no reported performance issues. However, some reviewers feel that while the graphics show potential, the overall execution falls short compared to other high-end indie titles.

    • “The graphics are nice, it has eerie elements that make you feel on edge about whether or not something will pop out at you, and I had no performance issues.”
    • “The graphics had promise, but the execution failed.”
    • “The graphics of this game were very on par with many other higher-end indie developers.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, featuring appealing graphics and an immersive atmosphere that keeps players on edge, with no reported performance issues.

    • “The graphics are nice, it has eerie elements that make you feel on edge about whether or not something will pop out at you, and I had no performance issues.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its ambient quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and sense of dread, while also complementing the effective jump scares.

    • “The jump scares were good, the ambient music was enjoyable and added to the overall atmosphere and sense of dread.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by a particularly amusing segment involving a child, which has elicited genuine laughter from players. Overall, the comedic elements seem to resonate well, contributing positively to the gaming experience.

    • “I have to say the child one was pretty funny; I laughed quite a bit at that one!”

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