Paranormal Place

About

"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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Play Modes

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

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

atmosphere4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a genuinely creepy atmosphere with well-placed jump scares that can startle players.
Graphics are impressive for an indie title, contributing to the overall eerie vibe of the game.
The puzzles are engaging and require some thought, providing a balanced level of challenge.

The game lacks clear objectives and guidance, often leaving players wandering aimlessly.
Background audio is repetitive and poorly mixed, diminishing the tension and immersion.
There are technical issues such as getting stuck on objects and a lack of optimization, which can disrupt gameplay.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
50%
38%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players feeling that it lacks depth and immersion, while others note that it introduces new elements. There are frustrations regarding the reliance on mechanics for story progression, leading to a sense of disconnection from the narrative. Overall, the storytelling approach seems to be a point of contention among players.
- “I also didn't feel too immersed in the story, but that's not the biggest deal-breaker for me, so I can let it slide.”
- “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
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the "observation" feature, which users hope will be expanded in future titles. However, some players find certain mechanics, like the camera scrolling, to be repetitive and somewhat tedious, suggesting that the game could benefit from more varied storytelling methods to maintain player interest. Overall, while there are minor flaws, the gameplay remains enjoyable for most players.
- “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.”
- “These types of flaws can really sandbag gameplay and deter even the most seasoned of horror enthusiasts.”
- “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 fans.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
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 noted that the lack of direction and confusing timed events can detract from the overall experience.
- “The 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.”
- “The game tries to create a dark and immersive world, but it feels empty and lifeless.”
- “While the visuals are stunning, the atmosphere lacks any real tension or engagement.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are generally well-received, featuring nice visuals and eerie elements that enhance the game's suspenseful atmosphere, with no reported performance issues. However, some users feel that while the graphics show potential, the overall execution falls short compared to higher-end indie titles.
- “The graphics are nice, featuring eerie elements that keep you on edge about whether or not something will pop out at you, and I had no performance issues.”
- “The graphics of this game were very much on par with many other higher-end indie developers.”
- “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
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, featuring appealing graphics and effective eerie elements that enhance the atmosphere without causing any performance issues.
- “The graphics are nice, and it has eerie elements that keep you on edge about whether something will pop out at you. I experienced no performance issues.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even in intense moments.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs on my system; the optimization really enhances the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere and sense of dread, with enjoyable ambient tracks that complement 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
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding certain moments, particularly involving child characters, to be genuinely funny and capable of eliciting laughter.
- “I have to say, the child character was pretty funny; I laughed quite a bit at that one!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; I found myself chuckling at the clever dialogue.”
- “The jokes are so well-timed that I couldn't help but burst out laughing during key moments.”