Room 54

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Room 54 is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by SevenEagle and was released on May 30, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"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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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

graphics9 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game has a good atmosphere and creepy sound design that enhances the horror experience.
The AI of the monster is smart and reacts to player actions, making encounters tense and engaging.
The developer is responsive and actively works on updates and improvements based on player feedback.

The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with a very basic story and objectives.
Some users report issues with item spawning and game mechanics, leading to a lack of immersion and enjoyment.

graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game, powered by CryEngine 5, are generally praised for their crispness and ability to create a creepy atmosphere reminiscent of classic horror titles like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. While many players appreciate the beautiful visuals and immersive sound design, some have reported glitches that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's tension and enjoyment, especially when played with friends.
- “The game has good graphics and a good horror atmosphere too.”
- “Amazing game with great graphics.”
- “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 a lack of depth and only minimal backstory provided through notes. However, others appreciate the intriguing elements related to the monster and the doctor, as well as the effective use of sound to build tension. Overall, while the narrative may not be the game's strongest aspect, it still contributes to the spooky atmosphere and gameplay experience.
- “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. I escaped two times with a raft and pickup; some objects are a bit hard to find, but after some search, I managed to complete the set. 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
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The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, enhanced by good graphics and a chilling soundtrack that contribute to the horror experience. However, some players feel that the sense of danger is lacking, making certain gameplay elements feel prolonged and less engaging. Overall, while the atmosphere is considered a strong point, opinions vary on its effectiveness and depth.
- “The ambience is so creepy, and the music definitely adds to the atmosphere.”
- “The horror atmosphere and the chilling soundtrack help with this immersion.”
- “Good atmosphere and the soundtrack is quite scary, contributing even more to it.”
- “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%
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The music in the game is generally praised for enhancing the creepy atmosphere and immersion, with a chilling soundtrack that complements the horror elements. However, some players feel that the lack of musical cues and moments of silence detract from the experience, making it harder to engage with the game. Overall, while the soundtrack is effective in creating tension, there are calls for more consistent musical elements to improve gameplay feedback and immersion.
- “The ambience is so creepy, and the music definitely adds to the atmosphere.”
- “The horror atmosphere and the chilling soundtrack help with this immersion.”
- “Good atmosphere and the soundtrack is quite scary, contributing even more to it.”
- “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/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 moderate level of replayability, primarily through multiple escape routes and exploration options, which can enhance the experience for players willing to revisit it. However, some users feel that the game is relatively short and lacks substantial replay rewards, leading to mixed feelings about its long-term value. Overall, while it can be enjoyable to replay, not all players are inclined to do so.
- “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 about 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 has led to frustration among players.
- “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
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The gameplay is immersive and effectively captures the horror genre, with a spooky atmosphere that enhances the experience. Players navigate a forest and buildings, collecting items while avoiding a skinless figure, which adds a layer of challenge due to its unpredictable movements. While reminiscent of titles like Outlast and Silent Hill, the gameplay is described as more basic, focusing on exploration and survival.
- “The gameplay, story, background, and ambient sounds are very spooky and well made for the horror genre. It gives you the feeling that you are part of this game.”
- “I've tried to study his movements, but he randomly patrols, so it's quite hard. However, I think I found some patterns that can at least help me escape. The graphics are pretty good; it reminds me of Silent Hill, bringing back good memories. The gameplay is very similar to Outlast but more basic.”
- “Basically, the whole gameplay comes down to wandering around a forest with a few buildings, collecting items to unlock the next steps, all the while avoiding a skinless figure.”
- “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.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, highlighting amusing details like the fridge door mechanics and entertaining monster chases. Despite initial issues, many find the game to be a funny and atmospheric experience, with hopes for future content and continued developer support.
- “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 it's fun to have 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 the 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
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Players frequently mention that the game involves a significant amount of grinding, indicating that they must invest considerable time and effort into repetitive tasks to progress. 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 in this game.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has only been released for a day, 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.”