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Psychopath Massacre

96%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
optimization
96% User Score Based on 54 reviews

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Psychopath Massacre is a short, first-person horror puzzle game with a VHS effect, challenging you to escape a psychopath's lair within 5 hours. The game integrates microphone usage to interact with the enemy and in-game events. The story unfolds as you uncover details of a real-life Romanian serial killer's murder spree through discovered videotapes. Please note, the game might contain bugs, but continuous improvements are being made.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews
music4 positive mentions
optimization4 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful graphics and an immersive 80s VHS horror vibe, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
  • Gameplay is engaging and offers a good balance of challenge, with a practice mode that helps players learn the map.
  • The inclusion of voice recognition commands and a variety of unlockables encourages replayability and adds depth to the experience.
  • The game suffers from optimization issues, leading to occasional FPS drops and lag, which can detract from the experience.
  • Players have reported difficulties in finding necessary items and a lack of hiding spots, making the gameplay frustrating at times.
  • Some mechanics, such as the killer's lack of sound and the absence of an inventory system, hinder the overall gameplay experience.
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game, particularly the chase soundtrack featuring congo drums, has received mixed feedback; while some players find it addictive and effective in creating a tense atmosphere, others feel it can be off-putting. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the horror experience, keeping players on edge and contributing to the game's immersive and captivating nature. Many reviewers recommend the game for its exceptional graphics and engaging music, especially for horror fans.

    • “The mood and music keep you on edge the whole time and it just adds to the feeling of being held captive by this scary psychopath.”
    • “I think this chase drum music has become an addiction for me.”
    • “What I can say about this game is that the chase music is great. It is a very interesting, captivating horror game with exceptional graphics, and you can see the experience and creativity shown by the developer. I recommend it with great pleasure to all fans of horror games and not only.”
    • “The congo drums for chase music are really off-putting for this game.”
    • “The mood and music keep you on edge the whole time, and it just adds to the feeling of being held captive by this scary psychopath.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Psychopath Massacre" are widely praised for their beauty and atmospheric VHS visuals, showcasing the developers' creativity and effort. However, some users noted that there is room for improvement, particularly in enhancing death animations and diversifying the killer's weaponry. Overall, the game's exceptional graphics contribute significantly to its captivating horror experience.

    • “Beautiful graphics and scary gameplay!”
    • “What I can say about this game is that it is a very interesting, captivating horror game, with exceptional graphics. It is clear that intensive work was done on its conception, showcasing the experience and involvement of the developer, as well as their imagination and creativity. I recommend it with great pleasure to all fans of horror games and beyond.”
    • “As for improvements, the graphics could have been better. There could have been some more interesting death animations, and the killer could have more or different weapons instead of the same thing all the time.”
    • “"Psychopath Massacre" is a horror escape room game with atmospheric VHS visuals and sound effects.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its beautiful graphics and atmospheric design, creating an immersive experience that enhances the overall tension. Players find the mechanics engaging and straightforward, especially once they understand the patterns involved, leading to a desire for more content in future chapters.

    • “I can't wait for more chapters if they drop, loved the immersive environment and getting to know all the mechanics.”
    • “I really like the way it looks so far; the gameplay is also quite atmospheric and rather straightforward to complete if you figure out the pattern.”
    • “Beautiful graphics and scary gameplay!”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    "Psychopath Massacre" delivers a compelling atmosphere through its VHS visuals and sound effects, enhancing the horror escape room experience. Players appreciate the game's aesthetic, which contributes significantly to its immersive quality, while the straightforward gameplay complements the overall atmospheric tension.

    • “Psychopath Massacre is a horror escape room game with atmospheric VHS visuals and sound effects.”
    • “It has a very good atmosphere, especially with the VHS aesthetics.”
    • “I really like the way it looks so far; the gameplay is also quite atmospheric and rather straightforward to complete if you figure out the pattern.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is criticized for its poor optimization, with players experiencing inconsistent framerates averaging 30-40 FPS, despite having a capable graphics card like the 2060. Additionally, the PC specifications listed on the Steam store are deemed misleading, indicating a need for optimization fixes from the developers.

    • “This game is a good game, and the dev seems to care greatly about it. I'll give credit; however, the PC specs on the Steam store are misleading, or this game is badly optimized.”
    • “This game runs on the Unity engine. After testing the framerate, I get an average of 30-40 fps, and it hits 60 but only for 2 seconds before going down, which means bad optimization, or overall this game just isn't rated for the 2060.”
    • “[b] needs optimization fixes [/b]”

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