Propnight
- December 1, 2021
- FNTASTIC
- 7h median play time
Get on SteamPropnight is a 4-on-1 multiplayer horror survival game with physics-based hide-and-seek gameplay. As a survivor, players can turn into objects, customize perks, and use items; as a killer, players can destroy and hunt down survivors using unique abilities and events. With competitive mode, players can progress, earn rewards, and master skills. However, the game is known for being very buggy, despite its delightful visuals and funny moments.
PC
Windows
Cloud
NVIDIA GeForce NOW
Reviews
- gameplay366 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Propnight features a unique blend of asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay, combining elements of prop hunt with horror mechanics reminiscent of Dead by Daylight. While the game offers thrilling and fast-paced action with diverse maps, many players report issues with balance, bugs, and repetitive mechanics that can detract from the overall experience. Despite its potential for fun, the gameplay can feel inconsistent and frustrating, particularly for newcomers, leading to mixed reviews regarding its long-term enjoyment.
“Propnight offers a fresh take on asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay, where one player takes on the role of a relentless hunter while the others must outwit and outmaneuver them as props.”
“The game features diverse maps with different layouts and hiding spots, adding replay value and keeping gameplay exciting.”
“With its intense gameplay mechanics, creepy atmosphere, and high replayability, it's a must-play for anyone looking for a thrilling and strategic hide-and-seek experience.”
“This may lead to repetitive gameplay and a short-lived experience for some players.”
“Propnight is plagued by various technical issues, including bugs, glitches, and server problems, which can disrupt gameplay and hinder the overall experience.”
“The game mechanics are riddled with inconsistencies that create a lopsided and frustrating gameplay experience.”
- graphics183 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the colorful, cartoonish art style and smooth animations, while others criticize the recent overhaul that shifted away from the original aesthetic, leading to a less appealing visual experience. Many users report technical issues, such as inconsistent performance and graphical glitches, which detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these concerns, some players still find the graphics engaging and suitable for the game's atmosphere, especially when playing with friends.
“Propnight offers thrilling asymmetrical horror gameplay, intense strategy, and engaging graphics, creating a captivating experience for players seeking suspenseful multiplayer action.”
“The game's graphics and sound design are also top-notch, with detailed character models and creepy sound effects that add to the game's overall atmosphere.”
“The graphics are clean and remind me of Overwatch, which is a nice contrast to DBD's grey-scale gritty graphics.”
“From the janky Windows XP-looking anti-cheat data collection warning popup when you launch the game, to the UI that doesn't fit the game's art style in the slightest.”
“It strips everything that was fun from the original in favor of realistic (worse) graphics and boring gameplay.”
“The graphics are so bad and look worse than games from 2011; they could at least add something to make it look better, but it really just makes me dizzy.”
- stability159 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The stability of Propnight is a significant concern among players, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and server issues that disrupt gameplay and create a frustrating experience. Many users describe the game as feeling unfinished or still in beta, with persistent problems such as hitbox discrepancies, teleportation glitches, and unresponsive controls. While some players find enjoyment in the game despite these issues, the overwhelming consensus is that it requires substantial improvements to reach a stable and polished state.
“Somewhat addicting, but I suppose that shows it has great replay value. Additionally, it is constantly being updated and is reasonably bug-free for a modern game.”
“Game runs great and I've only encountered a couple of bugs, like getting stuck in terrain, but nothing game-breaking or frustrating.”
“Runs great on older computers.”
“Propnight is plagued by various technical issues, including bugs, glitches, and server problems, which can disrupt gameplay and hinder the overall experience.”
“After 2 years out, this game is still insanely buggy.”
“The game is a buggy mess, sometimes in a fun way, but the majority of the time it makes your blood boil.”
- humor135 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its comedic elements, especially when playing with friends. Many reviews mention the hilarious interactions facilitated by voice chat, the absurdity of gameplay mechanics, and the amusing antics of both survivors and killers, creating a lighthearted atmosphere reminiscent of a cartoonish version of "Dead by Daylight." Overall, the game is described as a fun and entertaining experience that thrives on laughter and playful chaos.
“I can't speak for the experience of being a solo player in this because I'm cool and have lots of friends, but if you're also cool and also have lots of friends then joining up as a group and getting murdered by one of them while another chases down the killer as a rubber chicken and another is hiding in a bush behind you as the long-range character and gaslighting you into thinking you're the one failing those skill checks is a hilarious way to spend an evening.”
“Watching your friends hilariously disguise themselves as everything from potted plants to toilets is an absolute riot.”
“The voice chat is absolutely hilarious.”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced throughout the game.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
“The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and detract from the overall experience.”
- optimization55 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 24 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with many users reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering, frame drops, and inconsistent visuals, even on capable hardware. While some players have managed to run the game smoothly at lower settings, the overall sentiment indicates that substantial improvements are needed to enhance gameplay experience and stability. Despite occasional positive remarks about graphics and fun gameplay, the consensus is that the game is currently poorly optimized and requires urgent attention from developers.
“Performance has been great for me, no server issues or frame drops which surprisingly is rare nowadays.”
“The game is a lot of fun and the devs clearly plan to push content and optimization.”
“Fun gameplay, good graphics, good performance/fps and fair price.”
“Performance is still lacking, visuals are so inconsistent and the balance is still lacking.”
“It is terribly optimized and is a pain to play.”
“Some people report a GPU usage of 100% when playing the game, and even if not, it's so poorly optimized.”
- story36 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a general consensus that the game lacks a substantial story, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative to enhance their experience. While some acknowledge the presence of quests and gameplay elements, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game feels lifeless and unengaging due to its minimal storytelling. A few players hope for future updates to introduce a more cohesive story or progression system.
“I’m the type of player who mainly prefers a gaming experience that’s centered around a story, if not simply an overarching narrative that drives progression forward.”
“I wish the story didn't end like this; I wish they had never released the day before crap.”
“But I think this game has a lot of potential if they fix some of their problems and add some sort of progression/story mode into the game.”
“This game has no story or world-building, thrusting you right in, which gives it a stark, pallid, lifeless, impotent feel.”
“I wish the story didn't end like this; I wish they had never released the 'Day Before' crap.”
“Release after release, it's the same story.”
- grinding31 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 68 % negative mentions
Players consistently describe the grinding aspect of the game as excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to unlock characters, skins, and perks. Many express frustration over the lack of meaningful rewards for their time investment, with some even experiencing loss of progress due to technical issues. Overall, the grinding is seen as a major drawback, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“A bit grindy... sometimes.”
“One long, tedious grind.”
“Incredibly grindy to unlock characters and skins (100 wins as a survivor required to unlock 1 character).”
“Grinding out 10 wins to buy 1 item that only lasts until I restart the game is quite annoying.”
“After much grinding and getting everything unlocked, including rare skins, I got a new PC and upon loading into the game, all my stuff is gone.”
- music19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the catchy and vibrant menu themes, particularly the trap remix of the Inspector Gadget theme, while others find the main menu music repetitive and annoying after a few listens. The soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, contributing to the game's fun and engaging art direction, but some players feel it can be too loud and distracting during gameplay, making it difficult to strategize. Overall, while the music is appreciated for its creativity, its impact on gameplay and player experience varies significantly.
“I really liked the level design in this one, as well as the music and general art direction.”
“Be ready to spend the first 5 minutes of this game vibing out to the soundtrack.”
“The visuals are stunning, the music and sound effects are great and the community is very kind & welcoming!”
“The main menu music was alright for the first couple of times, but then I got annoyed and muted the music volume altogether; it just sounded cringy.”
“The music lasts way too long and the killers can find you instantly.”
“Many of the maps blast out extremely loud and obnoxious music or ambient sound effects, which means hearing the killer approach is not a reliable tactic.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to its diverse maps, engaging gameplay mechanics, and regular updates, which keep the experience fresh and exciting. Players appreciate the strategic depth and addictive nature of the multiplayer format, despite some concerns about map similarity and lack of progression systems. Overall, it is considered a must-play for those seeking a thrilling and replayable hide-and-seek experience.
“The game features diverse maps with different layouts and hiding spots, adding replay value and keeping gameplay exciting.”
“With its intense gameplay mechanics, creepy atmosphere, and high replayability, it's a must-play for anyone looking for a thrilling and strategic hide-and-seek experience.”
“As a multiplayer game, there is a tremendous amount of replayability here.”
“Despite the overall 'sameness' of the maps and how specific killers play in them (Banshee/Igor strong outdoors while Imposter/Granny strong in houses, etc.), the replayability is high.”
“There are some changes that could make the replayability skyrocket; the balance isn't too out of whack (enough that I didn't even mention it as I believe it'll all get addressed in the future anyways) that any particular killer feels off-the-rails.”
“Looking forward to new maps, characters, and abilities to keep the replay value.”
- atmosphere12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a captivating blend of beautiful graphics and immersive sound design, creating a thrilling and creepy environment that enhances the gameplay experience. While it balances a cartoonish style with realism, some players feel that certain elements, like the killers' designs, can feel out of place. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its ability to keep players engaged and on edge, making it a standout feature of the game.
“The game's graphics and sound design are also top-notch, with detailed character models and creepy sound effects that add to the game's overall atmosphere.”
“With its intense gameplay mechanics, creepy atmosphere, and high replayability, it's a must-play for anyone looking for a thrilling and strategic hide-and-seek experience.”
“The graphics are a cartoonish mixed with realism style, in my opinion it matches this game perfectly, creating a nice atmosphere for you to be murdered.”
“A beautiful game that takes you out of the atmosphere of the shooter.”
“Fun hide 'n seek, hit 'n run game with a horror atmosphere.”
“The skins have multiple recolors and most of the banners, titles, avatars are already unlocked, and it seems way too much of a party-style atmosphere.”
- emotional12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is described as a mix of wholesome interactions and frustrating experiences, with players enjoying the community's humor and camaraderie while also feeling disheartened by gameplay issues. While some players find joy in the game's lightheartedness and engaging voice chat, others express disappointment over emotional tolls caused by gameplay mechanics and character design. Overall, the playerbase is seen as a blend of genuinely good individuals and those who contribute to a more negative experience.
“This game is wholesome.”
“It's just funny, and I actually like the voice chat feature. It's really cool to talk with all players, and so far, I've only encountered amazingly hilarious people and actual wholesome players.”
“The player base consists of about 10% of genuinely good folks that are just there to have fun, and are polite. 30% of players are normal and emotionally mature people that realize that this is just a game and that it doesn't always go their way.”
- monetization12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of microtransactions, while others criticize the potential for future cash grabs and the lack of meaningful content to unlock. Many feel that the game's pricing does not justify its current offerings, and there are concerns about the introduction of new currencies for cosmetics. Overall, players express a desire for more substantial gameplay features rather than cosmetic-focused monetization.
“Just buy the game, play it, no microtransactions, perfect.”
“+no microtransactions.”
“- no microtransactions.”
“Has a ton of potential, but they have a ton of stuff to fix and they already have microtransactions before the game itself is even worth it.”
“This is a huge cash grab from this developer and will more than likely have some new currency come out to buy cosmetics and then keep dying slowly, but hey at least they got my money!”
“If you skip this game, you're not missing out on much, just another cash grab in the asymmetrical horror genre that already has a heaping selection of cosmetics before it has even implemented core features.”
- character development5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive character design, with players particularly enjoying the unique aesthetics and voices of the characters. The design contributes significantly to the overall enjoyment, enhancing the thrilling experience of escaping the killer.
“I personally enjoy the impostor the most due to his character design, which looks like a hollow from 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.'”
“The character designs and voices are great too.”
“No cap, this game is so fun, from the rush of escaping the killer to the amazing character design.”
