Room 54

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"Room 54 is a survival horror game set in 1984, where players take on the role of Daniel, investigating the mysterious disappearance of his wife in a small, secret-filled mountain town. Players must navigate through the woods, avoiding a dangerous creature and uncovering the truth behind the town's strange happenings, with three potential escape routes available. The game emphasizes exploration, investigation, and stealth."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

graphics9 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game has a good horror atmosphere with creepy graphics and sound design that enhances immersion.
The AI of the monster is smart and reacts to player actions, making the gameplay more engaging and challenging.
The developer is responsive and actively works on updates and improvements, showing commitment to enhancing the game experience.

The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, including game-breaking glitches that hinder gameplay.
The overall gameplay is considered short and lacks depth, with many players finishing it in under 30 minutes.
There are issues with item spawning and inventory management, leading to frustration and a lack of clarity in objectives.

graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, with many reviewers highlighting the atmospheric and creepy visuals that enhance the horror experience. The use of CryEngine 5 contributes to crisp graphics reminiscent of classic horror titles like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. However, some users noted issues with glitches and bugs that detracted from the overall visual experience.
- “The game has good graphics and a good horror atmosphere too.”
- “Room 54 does an amazing job at building tension through sound, the story is intriguing, graphics are beautiful and notes are well written and interesting.”
- “Pretty good game, I like the graphics and atmosphere; it really reminds me of Silent Hill and Resident Evil, a lot of foggy.”
- “The graphics are terrible with many glitches.”
- “The game graphics and engine is CryEngine 5, which supports multiple small generation PCs too.”
- “The graphics look just like in the preview video and screenshots.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The story in Room 54 is generally considered thin and simplistic, with some players noting it lacks depth despite a few intriguing elements related to the monster and its backstory. While the game features multiple endings and some well-written notes, many reviewers feel it primarily serves as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. Overall, the atmosphere and sound design contribute to a spooky experience, but the story itself is not a standout feature.
- “The gameplay, story, background, and ambient sounds are very spooky and well made for the horror genre. It gives you the presence that you are part of this game.”
- “Room 54 does an amazing job at building tension through sound. The story is intriguing, graphics are beautiful, and notes are well written and interesting.”
- “Very interesting, though quite short. I liked the story behind the monster and the doctor. For 4 bucks, it's worth it.”
- “The story is incredibly thin.”
- “There's only one text note I could find which would explain the backstory to this mystery figure.”
- “The story is so basic.”
atmosphere
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
15%
23%
Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as creepy and immersive, enhanced by good graphics and a chilling soundtrack that contribute to the horror experience. While many players appreciate the spooky ambiance and the challenge of evading a smart monster, some feel that the sense of danger is lacking, and a few critiques mention a need for more realism and depth in the environment. Despite mixed opinions, the atmosphere is generally regarded as a strong point of the game.
- “The ambience is so creepy, and the music definitely adds to the atmosphere.”
- “The horror atmosphere and the chilling soundtrack help with this immersion.”
- “Pretty good game, I like the graphics and atmosphere; it really reminds me of Silent Hill and Resident Evil, a lot of fog.”
- “The problem is that even if it takes tops 2 minutes to cross the map, it feels like it goes on forever, because there is little sense of danger or atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is pretty standard-spooky, but the challenge appears to be exploring all over the map to find semi-hidden objects and carry those objects to another location.”
- “Also, the game is very poor and has no atmosphere.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The music in the game is a significant contributor to its immersive horror atmosphere, with many users praising the chilling soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. However, some players feel that the lack of music in certain moments detracts from the tension and engagement, particularly in relation to monster encounters. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally well-received, there are calls for more consistent musical cues to improve immersion and gameplay feedback.
- “The ambience is so creepy, and the music definitely adds to the atmosphere.”
- “The horror atmosphere and the chilling soundtrack help with this immersion.”
- “The music is consistently good and changes when you explore different locations.”
- “The creepy vibe was kind of ruined by the lack of music in the game and the lack of musical cues to the monster's presence.”
- “I rely on music to really tell me if I've done something good or bad in the game and to tell me if I'm being chased or still being chased.”
- “More than anything, I find that it's difficult to engage with the game when it doesn't feel immersive and instead of hearing creepy crickets or music, I hear the sound of silence.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a decent level of replayability through multiple escape routes and exploration options, allowing players to experience different aspects of the environment. However, some users feel that the game is relatively short and could benefit from additional replay rewards, leading to mixed feelings about its long-term engagement. Overall, while it provides opportunities for replay, not all players are inclined to revisit it multiple times.
- “Discovered this indie game from a friend and got it. The game is pretty good, though it is a bit short if you don't count the replayability. There is a unique objective, and you can reach it in three ways: escape from this hell of a place. The location is pretty neat and dark, with a lot of creepy noises. I've really enjoyed it with my headset. You can explore all the levels by going through the forest if you are brave enough or stay on the well-trodden paths—just be careful of who you might meet! Overall, a good experience. I just wish there were a bit more replayability rewards, but I think the game is just intended to be like this. Also, for 10 bucks, it's fair enough; I've spent some hours on it.”
- “If you want to play it multiple times to try out different escape routes, then that's one way to get replay value.”
- “Discovered this indie game from a friend and got it. The game is pretty good, though it is a bit short if you don't count the replayability. There is a unique objective and you can reach it in three ways, which is to escape from this hell of a place. The location is pretty neat and dark, with a lot of creepy noises. I've really enjoyed it with my headset. You can explore all the levels by going through the forest if you are brave enough or stay on the delighted paths; just be careful of who you might meet. Overall, a good experience, but I just wish there were a bit more replayability rewards. I think the game is just intended to be like this, and for 10 bucks, it's fair enough. I've spent some hours on it.”
- “If you want to play it multiple times to try out different escape routes, then that's one way to get replay value, but I'm not spending my time on replays.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized due to several game-ending glitches and bugs that hinder the overall experience. While some users note that it isn't excessively buggy, the presence of significant graphical issues and glitches remains a concern.
- “The game seemed good, but unfortunately I ran into a couple of game-ending glitches that made it hard to play.”
- “The game is terribly buggy.”
- “The graphics are terrible with many glitches.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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The gameplay is immersive and effectively captures the horror genre, with a spooky atmosphere that enhances the player's sense of presence. Players navigate a forest and buildings, collecting items while avoiding a skinless figure, which adds a layer of challenge due to its unpredictable patrol patterns. Overall, the gameplay is reminiscent of titles like Outlast and Silent Hill, though it is described as more basic in execution.
- “The gameplay, story, background, and ambient sounds are very spooky and well made for the horror genre. It gives you a sense of presence that you are part of this game.”
- “But basically, the whole gameplay comes down to you wandering around a forest with a few buildings, collecting items to unlock the next steps, all the while avoiding a skinless figure.”
- “I've tried to study his movements, but he randomly patrols, so it's quite hard. However, I think I found some patterns that at least can help me escape. The graphics are pretty good; they remind me of Silent Hill, bringing back good memories. The gameplay is very similar to Outlast but more basic.”
- “But basically the whole gameplay comes down to you wandering around a forest with a few buildings, collecting items to unlock the next steps, all the while avoiding a skinless figure.”
- “2/16 gameplay”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting amusing details like the fridge door design and entertaining monster chases. Despite initial issues, the game's comedic elements contribute to its overall atmosphere, making it a pleasant surprise for many users who were initially hesitant to purchase it. Overall, the humor is seen as a strong point that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Even down to hilarious things like the fridge door opening into the fridge as opposed to out.”
- “I've played this game since day one and there were some serious issues, but now the game is way better and has some funny chasings from the monster. I've talked to the dev and he's very kind; it's not easy to get a good game on the first attempt, but he's trying his best.”
- “A pleasant discovery; I wasn't fully sure about buying it honestly as reviews were very mixed, but I need to say that it's funny and a good game. I hope for new content in the future and continuous support.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players frequently mention that the game involves a significant amount of grinding, indicating that they must invest considerable time and effort to progress or obtain rewards. This aspect may lead to mixed feelings, as some players enjoy the challenge while others find it tedious.
- “There's a lot of grinding involved, and it feels repetitive.”
- “The grinding mechanics are tedious and take away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “I found myself spending too much time grinding instead of actually enjoying the story.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has only recently launched, and while there are some optimization issues, players are optimistic about future fixes, especially following a recent hotfix.
- “It's been out for only a day, so I expect the little optimization issues will be fixed, especially since there has been a hotfix already.”