Rabbit Hole
- September 10, 2022
- Nikita Ustinov
Get on SteamIn "Rabbit Hole," players step into the shoes of Sean Turner, who arrives in the small town of Rabbit Hole to visit his daughter but finds it deserted and overrun with terrifying creatures. As Sean delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers the town's dark secrets and must fight to save his daughter and escape. The game features atmospheric locations, varied puzzles, and intense survival action, immersing players in a suspenseful and supernatural story.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a great atmosphere and visuals, reminiscent of classic horror titles like Silent Hill and Resident Evil.
- Despite its flaws, the game offers enjoyable exploration, decent puzzles, and fun stealth mechanics.
- For a low-budget indie game developed by a small team, it provides a surprisingly entertaining experience with some humorous moments.
- The voice acting is often criticized as being poor and unprofessional, detracting from the overall experience.
- Combat mechanics are janky, with issues like inaccurate aiming and a lack of melee options, making encounters frustrating.
- The game suffers from technical issues such as bugs, crashes, and a lack of manual save options, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- story15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it intriguing and reminiscent of classic horror titles like Silent Hill, while others criticize it for being simplistic and poorly executed, particularly in terms of voice acting and character development. Many users expressed frustration with technical issues that hindered their progress, and some felt that the narrative lacked the engagement needed to motivate them through the gameplay. Overall, while there are moments of potential and interesting references, the execution leaves much to be desired.
“The flashlight in this game and the story of Henry Bishop is great, thanks for incorporating something as small as this into your game.”
“The game's maps work well, the game's plot is simple but effective for the tone of what they are trying to replicate, and there are some fun little references and moments to be found as you play through the game.”
“Really cool game, a decent story with a good cliffhanger at the end of this part; the puzzles are the best part though.”
“I've passed chapter 1 like 5 times already, but it just freezes and does not let me advance into the story.”
“Sucks because the story seemed very interesting, and I was excited to see the game finish.”
“The voice acting is all over the place in terms of quality, and the main character might be the worst because not only is his voice not convincing, but his lines are completely out of whack when it comes to the story of a man trying to find and rescue his daughter.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring over-the-shoulder third-person shooting and moderate puzzle-solving, but suffers from floaty gun mechanics and a lack of ammo. While some players appreciate the fluid dodge mechanic and challenging enemies, others criticize the overall execution, describing it as janky and outdated. The absence of a guide and limited health items further detract from the experience, leaving some players feeling disengaged from the story and tasks.
“The gameplay of the game is mainly over the shoulder third person shooting, with some moderate difficulty puzzle solving.”
“I like it :) the dodge mechanic is very fluid, the enemies are very challenging, stealth kills (when obtained) are extremely satisfying, & the puzzles are tricky but not impossible.”
“Really cool game, a decent story with a good cliffhanger at the end of this part, the gameplay is ok, I'd be cool if there was some sort of melee also if you were able to lower more the sensitivity, cuz at the lowest level it's still pretty high or at least to me, the puzzles are the best part tho.”
“The game needs more ammo and it has really bad mechanics for combat; other than that, the game is fine, but I couldn't finish it just because the story isn't catchy enough to make me want to do all the boring tasks.”
“Just bad in general... janky gun mechanics, no guide on game progress, weird sounds out of nowhere.”
“The rabbit hole is a very low-budget third person horror game with extremely outdated graphics and gameplay.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the pleasing visuals and art style, particularly in the town streets, while others criticize them as outdated and bland, reminiscent of early 2000s titles. Although there are enjoyable details that enhance the atmosphere, many players feel the graphics need significant polishing and lack user-friendly options. Overall, the visuals are seen as a highlight for some, but a drawback for others.
“I really love the protagonist, and the visuals of the game are very pleasing to the eye, my favorite being the town streets, for instance.”
“Great job on the visuals, music, and sound.”
“As a game, technically and graphically, it is pretty good.”
“The visuals aren't outstanding and at times are a little bland, but there are some fun little details to be found as you explore the town that add to the spooks and atmosphere.”
“The rabbit hole is a very low-budget third person horror game with extremely outdated graphics and gameplay.”
“There are no graphic options except to change the resolution, and the graphics make the game look like it's from the early 2000s.”
- atmosphere11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the engaging music and rewarding exploration of the town. While some visuals may be considered bland, the overall ambiance effectively evokes feelings reminiscent of classic horror titles like Silent Hill and Resident Evil, enhancing the overall experience.
“This game has good atmosphere and good music along with a nice little world to explore which can be rewarding.”
“I think this game really excels in the atmosphere.”
“The visuals aren't outstanding and at times are a little bland, but there are some fun little details to be found as you explore the town that add to the spooks and atmosphere.”
“You can totally feel the Silent Hill vibes in the atmosphere of the town and the Resident Evil vibes from the puzzles.”
“Atmosphere was decent.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by intentionally over-the-top voice acting that many players find hilariously bad, particularly noting the amusing delivery of certain characters like the crow lady and a child voice that sounds like an adult. While the story may be lacking, the combination of funny moments, tricky puzzles, and absurd voice performances contributes to an entertaining experience that players appreciate. Overall, the humor is seen as a highlight, making the game worth playing despite its flaws.
“Also, the crow lady has a hilarious voice.”
“It's so bad and over the top that it's hilarious; I suspect intentionally so as there is no way any of these lines could be delivered seriously.”
“I am not sure if it is trying to be funny, but it is hilarious.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its atmospheric quality and fitting sound design, others find it overly loud and generic, with annoying fade-ins and fade-outs during gameplay. Additionally, the voice acting detracts from the overall experience for some, overshadowing the music's potential. Overall, the music contributes to the game's ambiance but has notable flaws that impact player enjoyment.
“Great job on the visuals, music, and sound.”
“This game has good atmosphere and good music along with a nice little world to explore which can be rewarding.”
“Combat was satisfying enough, sound and music all fit.”
“This game has some problems like the music being too loud, and you can't turn it down in the menu. The voice acting is bad, but for a price under $5, I think it's a good deal.”
“Background music and sound effects are simple and generic, at times rather annoying (the music constantly fades in and out as enemies hear/see you).”
“The music constantly fades in and out as enemies hear/see you, which can be quite distracting and takes away from the overall experience.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches reported by users, including frequent freezes that prevent progression in the story.
“There are too many bugs and glitches.”
“I've passed chapter 1 five times already, but it just freezes and does not let me advance in the story.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to excessive backtracking in certain sections, such as the hospital. While the puzzles are generally simple, the repetitive nature of the grinding detracts from the overall experience.
“Terrible and tedious section that brings the game down.”
“Generally, the puzzles are simple and require very little thought, but occasionally there is a frustrating amount of backtracking that is a little tedious, particularly in the hospital section.”
