Phantoms

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Phantoms is a single player action game. It was developed by Solitude Software and was released on December 8, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Behold the moon! Be my harbinger, and you shall be rewarded with miracles! Phantoms is a first-person horror game that takes place on a strange train. You're on route to see your old friend Floyd, but all of a sudden, you sense something's not quite right. What was a simple, relaxing train ride mere moments ago, transforms into a hunting ground in a blink of an eye... and you're the prey. The…

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a creepy atmosphere and retro aesthetics reminiscent of classic PS1 horror games, enhancing the overall horror experience.
Gameplay is engaging with a unique narrative and multiple endings, encouraging exploration and replayability.
The sound design and graphics effectively contribute to the game's unsettling ambiance, making it a memorable horror experience.

Level 4 is excessively difficult and frustrating, leading to a significant drop in enjoyment for many players.
Gameplay can feel repetitive over time, with limited enemy variety and mechanics that rely heavily on luck rather than skill.
Technical glitches and bugs, such as crashes and input lag, can disrupt immersion and negatively impact the overall experience.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Phantoms" are widely praised for their atmospheric retro aesthetics, effectively utilizing pixelated visuals reminiscent of classic PlayStation titles, which enhance the horror experience. Many reviewers appreciate the nostalgic, low-poly design that evokes feelings similar to iconic games like Silent Hill, contributing to a creepy ambiance. However, while the visuals are well-received, some players feel that the gameplay does not match the quality of the graphics.
- “- atmospheric retro aesthetics: the game masterfully employs pixelated graphics reminiscent of classic PlayStation titles, creating a nostalgic yet unsettling environment that enhances the horror experience.”
- “The game has good looking nostalgic graphics, from the low poly PlayStation era which provides some Silent Hill vibes.”
- “As a big fan of the first Silent Hill game, this immediately caught my attention, and if like me you love obscured pixelated graphics and the cling klang that game offers, you're gonna love this!”
- “Phantoms is basically Silent Hill visuals on a train.”
- “While I appreciate the visuals, story, and sound design, I cannot recommend this game based on how not fun and bad this felt to actually play.”
- “If you are looking for simplistic PS1-era graphics, looping, item retrieval, and loud noises, then look no further.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Phantoms" features a well-executed chasing mechanic that keeps players on edge, but it can also be challenging and frustrating due to technical glitches and repetitive elements. While the initial gameplay loop is engaging, it risks becoming tedious as players face unpredictable deaths and reliance on luck to progress. Overall, the game offers a compelling horror experience, but the gameplay may leave some players wanting more consistency and depth.
- “The 'chasing' mechanic is very well done, if a little challenging.”
- “In conclusion, 'Phantoms' delivers a compelling horror experience that blends retro aesthetics with dynamic gameplay.”
- “Gameplay keeps you on edge at all times; you never know when the train conductor will spawn and start running after you.”
- “- technical glitches: some players have reported encountering bugs, such as crashes and input lag, which can disrupt immersion and gameplay.”
- “- repetitive gameplay elements: the core mechanics, while engaging, may become repetitive over time, potentially diminishing the sense of fear and urgency.”
- “I appreciate the setting and the look of phantoms, but the gameplay quickly transforms into frustration as you hope for a lucky attempt where everything works out.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by an engaging narrative with multiple endings and hidden secrets that encourage exploration and impactful choices. While some players appreciate the interesting storyline and sound design, others find the narrative to be standard and not particularly strong, with criticisms aimed at the gameplay experience overshadowing the story's potential. Overall, the story is seen as a highlight for some, but its effectiveness varies among players.
- “Engaging narrative with multiple endings: the storyline is enriched with hidden secrets and two possible endings, encouraging players to explore thoroughly and make choices that impact the outcome.”
- “Phantoms is a back-and-forth fetch quest with an actually interesting storyline.”
- “The sound design was done really well; I enjoyed how the story was unfolding with each level, plus learning more information from Floyd as you go.”
- “I wish there was a bit more variety in the different missions.”
- “While I appreciate the visuals, story, and sound design, I cannot recommend this game based on how not fun and bad this felt to actually play.”
- “The story isn't really a strong suit and isn't all that understandable from my point of view, but it seems fairly standard horror.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its freaky and unsettling quality, achieved through atmospheric retro aesthetics and pixelated graphics that evoke nostalgia for classic PlayStation titles, effectively enhancing the horror experience.
- “I especially liked the freaky atmosphere!”
- “The game masterfully employs pixelated graphics reminiscent of classic PlayStation titles, creating a nostalgic yet unsettling environment that enhances the horror experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have reported various technical glitches, including crashes and input lag, which can negatively impact immersion and overall gameplay experience.
- “Technical glitches: Some players have reported encountering bugs, such as crashes and input lag, which can disrupt immersion and gameplay.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “Input lag is a persistent issue that affects the overall experience and responsiveness of the game.”