Room 817: Director's Cut

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Room 817: Director's Cut is a single player action game. It was developed by Bormak Studio and was released on April 21, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Room 817: Director's Cut" is a horror adventure game set in the infamous Room 817, where evil reportedly resides. As journalist Alan Parker, you'll investigate the disappearance of two police officers, solving puzzles, avoiding traps, and confronting monsters. This game offers a classic horror experience with no hand-holding, providing a true test of survival.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

The game offers a truly terrifying experience with its immersive atmosphere, realistic graphics, and effective use of light and shadow to create tension.
It rewards players for their memory and understanding of the environment, reminiscent of classic survival horror games, making it a challenging yet satisfying experience.
The story is deeper than expected, and the game is praised for its honest approach to difficulty, providing a thrilling challenge for hardcore horror fans.

The lack of a save feature can be frustrating, forcing players to restart from the beginning after dying, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players found the controls unresponsive, particularly the inability to reassign keys, leading to a poor first impression.
The ending is considered underwhelming by several players, with calls for a more impactful conclusion to the game.

atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and realistic graphics, creating a breathtaking experience filled with dark, tension-filled corridors. Players are captivated by the eerie ambiance, complemented by solid sound design and the looming threat of ruthless monsters, which heightens the horror through significant penalties for dying.
- “It fascinates players from the very first step with its immersive atmosphere and realistic graphics.”
- “The atmosphere of the game offers players a breathtaking experience with its dark and tension-filled corridors.”
- “Aside from the eerie atmosphere, solid sound design, and ruthless monsters, the main aspect of horror in this game is the punishment you will receive for dying.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is unexpectedly deep and engaging, surpassing initial expectations, while the monster adds to the narrative's intensity with its ferocity and unsettling movement. Overall, players appreciate the combination of a simple control scheme and a compelling storyline.
- “The story is much deeper than I thought.”
- “I loved the story, which is much deeper than I expected, and the monster is simple but truly scary, mostly for his ferocity and the creepy way he moves.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users consistently find the humor in the game to be highly entertaining, with one reviewer specifically noting its hilarity after watching a popular streamer's review.
- “Joined after Alanzoka's review, and it was hilarious.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their immersive atmosphere and realism, captivating players right from the start.
- “It fascinates players even from the first step with its immersive atmosphere and realistic graphics.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players found the secret "dev letter" to be a touching and heartwarming addition, expressing a desire for more developers to include similar personal touches in their games.
- “Lastly, the secret 'dev letter' was fantastic and heartwarming, and I wish more devs did things like that.”