SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE

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SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE is a single player action game. It was developed by OP37K and was released on October 28, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE is a short first-person horror game. The story is: Evil scientists have created a SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE. You play as a secret spy, who enters the facility, and must collect information about this zombie. But watch out! The SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE is extremely dangerous. Be very careful. - The gameplay is very simple. You walk through the facility, and use the left mouse cli…

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features effective jump scares that can genuinely frighten players, creating a tense atmosphere.
As a free game, it offers a short and entertaining experience, making it a decent time-waster for those curious about horror games.
The eerie setting and sound design contribute to a creepy ambiance, enhancing the overall experience.

The game is criticized for being a low-effort asset flip with minimal original content and poor execution.
Gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks challenge, with a scripted death at the end that undermines player agency.
The zombie does not pose a real threat, diminishing the horror aspect once players realize they are safe.

humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is primarily geared towards a younger audience, with many players finding it more amusing than frightening. Even older players, like a 15-year-old reviewer, appreciate the comedic elements, rating it highly for its fun and lightheartedness.
- “It's more for kids than anything. I'm 15, and this is not really scary, just funny. Thanks! 10/10”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely delightful! I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “I love how the game balances humor with gameplay. The funny characters and situations kept me entertained throughout!”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be frustrating, particularly due to slow movement speeds that can make the experience feel tedious and overwhelming.
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over, and it became incredibly boring.”
- “The slow progression and constant need to grind for resources really dampened my enjoyment of the game.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is straightforward, focusing on exploring a facility to collect documents about a 'scary magic zombie' while avoiding jumpscares. Players engage in a simple search-and-escape mechanic that emphasizes exploration and tension.
- “The gameplay is straightforward; you search for all the documents, and then you will get a jumpscare afterward, lol.”
- “The gameplay is simple: explore a facility housing a 'scary magic zombie', collect red documents about said zombie, and escape once you have all of them.”
- “The gameplay is simple; you search for all the documents and then you will get a jumpscare after that.”
story
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Reviewers feel that the game's story is lacking depth and engagement, suggesting that a more developed narrative and better integration of in-game documents could enhance the overall experience. The ending is seen as unsatisfying, particularly if players rush through the game, indicating a need for a more cohesive and immersive storytelling approach.
- “This is where I would bring the documents into play a little more, actually having information on them and telling a story about this zombie. Building the tension and apprehension would make the death at the end feel more earned to me.”
- “This could be an acceptable ending if you did not outrun the timer, or if the game had more of a story.”
- “I would have liked to see the documents play a bigger role, actually providing information and telling a story about the zombie. Building the tension and apprehension would have made the death at the end feel more earned.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a creepy and unsettling environment, particularly within the abandoned prison setting, which is enhanced by effective use of jumpscares and a limited light source. Reviewers note that the eerie ambiance creates a thrilling experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate horror elements, though it may not be suitable for everyone.
- “The atmosphere of an abandoned prison, with only your flashlight to see, was unsettling. The jumpscares, though simple, did scare me, and the appearance of the zombie, though static, was unnerving.”
- “Very creepy atmospheres and eerie settings... it's not for the faint-hearted, but it's lots of fun to play if you are up for the challenge.”
- “Other than that, it's an alright game. The jumpscares - though simple - did scare me. The appearance of the zombie - though static - was unnerving, and the atmosphere of an abandoned prison with only your flashlight to see was unsettling.”
- “Very creepy atmospheres and eerie setting... it's not for the faint-hearted, but lots of fun to play if you are up for the challenge.”