Rake

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Rake is a single player and multiplayer survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Konsordo and was released on July 13, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Do ghosts exist? What about Bigfoot, Chupacabras,Rake or Skinwalkers? And how will we ever know? You play as Gordon Davis, a scientist,a traveller and an explorer of unknown creatures and unusual events.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,762 reviews

gameplay23 positive mentions

graphics34 negative mentions

The game creates a genuinely creepy atmosphere that keeps players on edge.
Playing with friends adds a fun and humorous element to the experience.
The concept of hunting a monster instead of just being hunted is unique and engaging.

The game has been abandoned by the developers, with no updates since 2015.
Multiplayer functionality is broken and requires third-party software to work.
The graphics and animations are outdated and can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
135 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, bland, and reminiscent of early 2000s titles. While some players appreciate the game's atmosphere and find the visuals add to its charm, the general consensus is that the poor graphics significantly detract from the overall experience, making it feel unpolished and frustrating. Despite the low-quality visuals, a few players still find enjoyment in the gameplay and scares, suggesting that the graphics, while lacking, do not completely overshadow the game's potential for fun.
- “The visuals are gritty, the sounds are chilling, and the gameplay is pure: hunt or be hunted.”
- “The graphics may not be the best, but the darkness of night makes the game extremely spooky.”
- “Love the graphics, pleasing on the eyes and they fit well with the horror aspects of the game.”
- “The visuals are outdated, with bland textures and stiff animations that detract from the immersion.”
- “The overall aesthetic feels more like an early 2000s game rather than a modern horror experience.”
- “This game has tremendously disappointed and I was annoyed that I paid 5 dollars for a low-quality rake figure, hit and run attacks from the rake, low graphics, and worst is that there is barely or no story at all.”
gameplay
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Rake" is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the core mechanics of hunting and survival, while others find it repetitive and lacking depth. Many reviews highlight clunky controls, poor graphics, and a lack of narrative variety, leading to a frustrating experience for some. Despite its flaws, the game offers a casual horror experience that can be enjoyable, especially in multiplayer, but it ultimately falls short of its potential due to its execution.
- “The visuals are gritty, the sounds are chilling, and the gameplay is pure: hunt or be hunted.”
- “Everything about this game, the jank, the visuals, the gameplay loop, all of it adds up to this messy, silly, but classic and enjoyable game.”
- “The gameplay is separate in a day/night cycle; you set up cameras and explore during the day and try to kill the monster at night.”
- “Gameplay is another area where rake falls short.”
- “This repetitive gameplay loop quickly becomes monotonous, especially since there’s no real narrative or variety to keep things interesting.”
- “All in all the graphics are poor at best, the gameplay is boring and repetitive, the controls are horrid making the game more of a hassle and irritation to play instead of enjoyable like a game is supposed to be.”
atmosphere
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is frequently praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, effectively creating tension and a sense of dread, particularly during nighttime gameplay. While many players appreciate the creepy sounds and environmental design that enhance the horror experience, some criticize the overall execution due to technical flaws and lack of polish. Despite these issues, the atmospheric elements remain a standout feature, drawing players into a suspenseful and unsettling world.
- “The dark, foggy forest creates a genuinely creepy atmosphere, and the distant sounds and unsettling noises help build tension as you track the mysterious rake.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is very impressive; besides, the players wind themselves up, trying to set traps before dark and prepare for trouble in advance.”
- “It's surprising how atmospheric and immersive it is, despite its simplicity and visuals.”
- “While it has moments of tension and an eerie atmosphere, the overall experience is hampered by numerous flaws that make it difficult to fully enjoy.”
- “With clunky mechanics, subpar production values and very little in the way of atmosphere, Rake is simply an example of a game that fails to do justice to its source material.”
- “This game was trash; the jump scares were weak and the game had no atmosphere.”
story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its intriguing premise and environmental storytelling, while others criticize it for being bland and lacking depth. Many noted that the narrative is minimal, often relying on visuals rather than dialogue, and that the gameplay focuses more on survival mechanics than a compelling plot. Overall, while the concept of hunting a supernatural creature is appealing, the execution leaves much to be desired, with calls for more lore and a richer storyline.
- “The scenery, character design, and story are good.”
- “So the story is that you're a pseudo ghost hunter who traveled to San Jacinto to hunt the rake (a not-so-scary urban creepypasta) and basically you have three days to hunt this creature, while during the day you set up cameras and traps, while you either watch your cameras, defend your camp, or venture into the forest to look for the rake yourself.”
- “This game is truly what I believe creepypasta games should be, that building dread as you fall further into a story, becoming more invested in finding the truth, and then coming face to face with something horrifying.”
- “There really isn't much of a story, but I'm sure if you get this game, it's not really for the story because all us creepypasta lovers pretty much know the story by now.”
- “This game has tremendously disappointed me, and I was annoyed that I paid 5 dollars for a low-quality rake figure, hit-and-run attacks from the rake, low graphics, and worst of all, there is barely or no story at all.”
- “The game fails to tell you anything about the plot or even how to use some of the items you pick up.”
humor
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely derived from its glitches and absurdities, making it a source of laughter, especially when played with friends. Players find the combination of spooky elements and comical character designs, like the "funny alien" Rake, to be entertaining, often leading to hilarious moments during multiplayer sessions. While the game has its flaws, these quirks contribute to a lighthearted experience that can turn a scary atmosphere into a comedic one, particularly in group play.
- “If you can get a group of friends together to play the multiplayer, though, this will be a hilarious game.”
- “The rake itself is pretty damn glitchy, but honestly that leads to a lot of really funny moments.”
- “Game is hilarious, it gives you some nice spooks and laughs.”
stability
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder the overall experience. Many players describe it as "buggy" and "broken," particularly in multiplayer mode, where connectivity issues and desynchronization are common. While some find humor and enjoyment in the chaos, the consensus is that the game lacks polish and is not worth the investment.
- “Bugs and glitches can occasionally disrupt the experience, further diminishing the already shaky immersion.”
- “The game is very buggy, laggy, and is missing a lot of features it should have.”
- “It simply isn't polished enough to be considered a good game, and the implementation of multiplayer is a buggy mess that usually guarantees a player will desync from the game entirely, making it unplayable.”
optimization
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting poor performance even on high-end hardware, resulting in frustrating gameplay experiences. While some updates have improved performance and AI, the overall consensus is that the game still requires further optimization to meet player expectations. Despite these issues, many users find the game enjoyable and engaging, indicating potential for improvement.
- “It's an early build with a few bugs and needs optimization, but extremely fun and scary nonetheless.”
- “With new optimization, better Rake AI, and finally some co-op multiplayer, the dev gets all of my praise for coming through and making their game worth the price of admission.”
- “Edit: the game's been updated since I wrote my original review, giving the Rake noticeably better AI and improving the game's overall performance a fair bit, which were two of my biggest issues with it at first.”
- “The guns do little damage, the rake does little damage, the fact that medkits can't go in your inventory annoys me, the cameras are basically useless, the jumpscares are just set ways for you to lose health off the bat, and the game is poorly optimized.”
- “I love the idea of the game and the game itself, however the first time I tried playing it I could not get more than 10fps even on very low settings, my specs far surpass the recommended ones so I cannot recommend the game with such poor optimization.”
- “Horribly optimized, can't play it on low with a 970m but I can play GTA V on very high.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its atmospheric and creepy qualities that enhance the horror experience, while others criticize its lack of variety and integration with gameplay. Notably, the sound design, including ambient noises and special tracks that trigger in specific areas, contributes positively to the overall immersion. However, technical issues, such as the inability to adjust music volume separately from game sounds, detract from the experience for some users.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- “You're instantly greeted by the most atmospheric horror music in the video gaming industry and the rest is history.”
- “The night sounds exactly how it would in the actual woods, the security feed buzzes and woops are oddly addictive to listen to, the animal sounds are loud and jolt-inducing at times, and the little music that unexpectedly plays is reminiscent, in a good way, of Slender: The Arrival.”
- “It's lazy and not worked on by the developer and should be removed from Steam. The only things it does even remotely well are its sound and music.”
- “I can't tell if the creature was creeping up on me or if the music was merely changing tracks.”
- “There's no soundtrack.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it fun and engaging with updates enhancing playability, others feel it lacks significant replay value after completing the content. A few users noted that despite a limited amount of content, the experience can still be enjoyable enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “For so little content, the idea is extremely fetching, and the replay value is surprisingly high, even with the ending being what it is (without bothering with detailed spoilers, beating the game in its current state should result in a chuckle, smirk, or at least a raised eyebrow).”
- “Also, I like the new updates; they make this game much more playable.”
- “Very scary, worth the price, replayable as well. It is amazing; you must try it... a deer jumped out at me and I threw my mouse; the sounds are amazing.”
- “No replayability”
- “Zero replayability”
- “For so little content, the idea is extremely fetching, and the replay value is surprisingly high, even with the ending being what it is.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke nostalgia and deep connections through heartfelt interactions, particularly during quick time events. Players report experiencing intense feelings, including tears and heartbreak, as the narrative unfolds in a poignant yet imperfect manner. Overall, the game successfully combines terror with emotional depth, leaving a lasting impact on its audience.
- “Those heartfelt companion bonds can grow when you choose certain options during quick time events.”
- “You have to stop immediately. Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- “This game is terrifying as it is heart-breaking.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing disappointment over its perceived exploitation of players, particularly younger audiences. While the price reduction to $5 is noted as a positive change, there are concerns about potential future implementations of loot boxes or other monetization tactics. Overall, the sentiment suggests that the game prioritizes profit over quality.
- “Do not get this game at all, it is a total cash grab and you could get a better scary game with your cash.”
- “It's utter garbage, just a quick cash grab to drag in all the kids who are into creepypasta.”
- “Thanks to the devs for making the game a lot more accessible by lowering the price from the usual $60-$80 title to a much cheaper $5. They better not use this as some sort of excuse to implement loot boxes as a cash grab.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of hunting the rake to be occasionally tedious and frustrating, but note that the side quests in the game stand out due to their engaging writing and realistic character portrayals, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Hunting the rake can be tedious and boring at times, and frustrating at other times.”
- “A lot of the side quests in video games are tedious and boring; that is not the case in this game, as each NPC feels real with great writing (written by the producer of Detroit: Become Human, David Cage), motion capture, and realistic facial expressions.”
character development
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Reviewers appreciate the character development, highlighting the strong character design and engaging story that enhance the overall experience.