Saving Grace

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Saving Grace is a single player survival hack and slash game with horror and fantasy themes. It was developed by Ironmonger Games and was released on January 2, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Stop hell from ascending to earth. Save your daughter... Before it's too late.

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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story8 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Engaging and unique horror experience with a compelling story that keeps players immersed.
Well-executed atmosphere and sound design that effectively creates tension and scares.
Offers a mix of gameplay mechanics including puzzles, exploration, and combat, making it an interesting indie title.

Gameplay can feel unpolished, particularly the gunplay and some mechanics that disrupt immersion.
Framerate issues and performance drops can detract from the overall experience.
The story can be overly ambitious and convoluted, leading to a lack of emotional investment in the characters.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its unique and immersive approach, creating a captivating atmosphere that enhances the horror experience. While some players found the narrative engaging and surprising, others criticized it for being overly ambitious and convoluted, leading to moments of ambiguity. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a story-driven horror game, despite some inconsistencies in execution.
- “It has a unique way of telling the story and does a pretty good job at giving you a weird, uncanny atmosphere for a horror game.”
- “The story of the game is a large concept in a small package and it actually surprised me when I reached the end because I had expected to continue further.”
- “What Saving Grace lacks in high polished triple-A graphics, it totally makes up for in story and emotion.”
- “That accompanies another issue, which is that the story is overly ambitious, trying to jump in timelines and include prophecies that result in a dreadful, uninteresting mess.”
- “The plot works wonders but is its own downfall due to some ambiguity.”
- “I found the notes on the door storyline to be a little flawed.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its eerie and uncanny qualities, effectively immersing players in a spooky environment that enhances the horror experience. However, some reviewers note a shift in tone as the gameplay transitions from atmospheric exploration to mindless action, detracting from the initial tension. Overall, the sound design and pacing contribute positively to the unsettling atmosphere, making it a compelling choice for fans of horror.
- “It has a unique way of telling the story and does a pretty good job at giving you a weird, uncanny atmosphere for a horror game.”
- “Great atmosphere, very spooky.”
- “The sound effects and atmosphere were on point for the type of story being told.”
- “This title tries to set an eerie atmosphere at first, making you find numerous items so you can proceed to the next part.”
- “The opening is akin to a lost soul, with vexing designs that exist yet weather the depths of hell with no regrets. I liked the procedural ramping of pacing, testing the waters first with a suffocating atmosphere and unease.”
- “Turn out the lights and don't let the atmosphere of the game give you too many chills as you attempt to piece together what happened to your daughter, Grace.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Saving Grace" combines simple first-person shooting mechanics with exploration elements, enhanced by an intriguing storyline and atmospheric sound design. However, it suffers from short gameplay segments and various issues that detract from the overall experience, making it feel less compelling despite its engaging concepts.
- “Gameplay is very simple being an FPS when you have a gun in your hands, but mostly it's also an exploration where haunting sounds will toy with your mind as you are piecing together the truth about 'Saving Grace'.”
- “Saving Grace has a fun storyline with a range of different mechanics and concepts which make the game engaging and interesting.”
- “There is a plethora of issues that make it rough around the edges in terms of gameplay yet insubstantial to take away from the core joy; they make it tougher to beat, heck even raises an eyebrow but if that doesn’t encapsulate the meaning of hell, I don't know what will!”
- “Gameplay is very simple; being an FPS when you have a gun in your hands, but mostly it's also an exploration where haunting sounds will toy with your mind as you are piecing together the truth about 'Saving Grace'.”
- “This title fails to provide a compelling experience because all the different gameplay segments last only for a few minutes.”
- “There is a plethora of issues that make it rough around the edges in terms of gameplay, yet insubstantial to take away from the core joy. They make it tougher to beat, heck, even raises an eyebrow, but if that doesn’t encapsulate the meaning of hell, I don't know what will!”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as decent, reminiscent of PS2 quality, and sufficient for the overall experience. While not highly polished, they effectively support the game's narrative and emotional depth, with some suggestions for minor aesthetic improvements in the user interface.
- “The storyline was pretty good, the graphics were nice (reminded me of PS2 quality), and I even enjoyed the boss battle at the end.”
- “I would say that the visuals are enough for what the game is.”
- “Maybe on the options screen, where the 'back' button and pentagram is, make it stand out a little more for aesthetics, like maybe some flames around the pentagram or something and have it make a button pressed sound, so you know it's been clicked.”
- “What Saving Grace lacks in high polished triple-A graphics, it totally makes up for in story and emotion.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been criticized for poor performance, particularly with noticeable stuttering and frame drops in water environments, even on capable hardware like a 2060 RTX and Ryzen 5-3600. Reviewers expected better performance, especially given the game's reliance on smooth gameplay for the first-person shooter experience.
- “I suffered a bit of stuttering and frame drops around water environments, which did impact my experience. Being on the Unity engine and running on a 2060 RTX, Ryzen 5 3600, with 32 GB RAM, this should not be the case. This is the primary reason I put the game down, rather than anything designed into the game.”
- “As for the performance, it is quite bad.”
- “I would expect much better performance, especially as it is more crucial to the first-person shooter.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game, though limited in selection, effectively enhances immersion and complements the gameplay, with standout praise for the boss music, particularly from fans of metal.
- “The music, while limited in selection, is very fitting and helped me get into the game world more.”
- “The boss music was awesome, but I am biased because I love my metal - did you record this yourself?!”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be forgettable and uninspired, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The music doesn't match the game's tone, often feeling out of place and jarring.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is generally positive, with users noting a fun experience that may require some adaptation. However, the endings are perceived as limited, with a specific phrase used to describe the outcomes, suggesting a need for more variety in resolution.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay and forced me to restart.”
- “The stability issues really detracted from what could have been a great game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it may not fully engage them, it offers a therapeutic release, allowing them to process feelings and find relief from emotional burdens. The heartfelt gratitude expressed by players highlights the game's ability to resonate on a personal level.
- “Neither go all out in emotional investment, but something had a huge weight floated away from my bruised heart, making the descent into oblivion oddly therapeutic.”
- “Heartfelt gratitude to the roleplay for the key.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have noted that "Saving Grace" suffers from performance issues, particularly frame rate drops to 30 FPS, which can make the grinding experience feel tedious and frustrating.
- “Saving Grace runs on the Unity engine, and I often had drops down to 30 frames per second, resulting in a tedious experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the humor in the game, highlighting its witty dialogue and clever quips that enhance the overall experience. The playful tone adds a layer of enjoyment, making the game more engaging and entertaining.
- “Thus, follow my curator, blue lips and their quips, to find more honest yet humorous reviews!”