SCP: Fragmented Minds

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SCP: Fragmented Minds is a single player action game. It was developed by HST Studios and was released on January 27, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

SCP: Fragmented Minds is a tense survival horror set on Mars at Site-113, a containment facility overrun by escaped SCP anomalies after a catastrophic event severs contact with Earth. As one of the few remaining personnel, you must navigate the dangerous, deteriorating environment to secure and contain these threats. Your mission is humanity’s last hope in a desperate battle for survival.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 790 reviews

story110 positive mentions

stability18 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a well-crafted atmosphere that immerses players in the SCP universe.
Gameplay mechanics are engaging, allowing for both stealth and combat approaches, which adds variety to the experience.
The story is intriguing, with a unique setting on Mars and a compelling narrative that keeps players invested.

The game suffers from performance issues, including frame drops and stuttering when loading new areas.
Enemy AI can be inconsistent, making encounters feel less threatening and reducing the overall horror experience.
The crafting system feels underutilized, with limited recipes and resources that do not significantly impact gameplay.

story
218 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of this SCP game has been praised for its intriguing premise and unique setting on Mars, offering a refreshing take on the SCP universe. Players appreciate the atmospheric storytelling, engaging lore, and the potential for deeper narrative development in future chapters, despite some critiques regarding pacing and depth. Overall, the game is seen as a promising start with a compelling narrative that keeps players eager for more.
- “The story is intriguing and really makes you want to know more about what happened.”
- “The story is very well written, the dialogue is solid, and I'm loving the stealth aspects of the game.”
- “The story elements so far are compelling (both the main sequences and the notes/recordings scattered around) and the general atmosphere left me unsettled at times for reasons I couldn't quite justify.”
- “The story so far is basic for an SCP game, except for the game environment, the sci-fi, and [spoiler] the end of the world [/spoiler]. It needs (and surely will as time goes on) more depth to the story, but I'm looking forward to seeing how things will go.”
- “Without giving away too much of the story, as I have completed chapter one, I love the unique story that chapter one gives you a glimpse of, as well as the overall location of the game. The emails and audio logs found throughout the game so far paint the bleak and confusing events that have led to you 'landing' at site 113.”
- “The lore dumping has two main issues: there's few useful bits which are extremely dramatic and dire (and far away from you or any kind of story arc) mixed with the next few bits which are absolutely inconsequential and boring, which doesn't do justice to the SCP lore.”
gameplay
177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its unique mechanics, engaging atmosphere, and solid graphics, especially for its affordable price. Players appreciate the variety in gameplay elements such as stealth, combat, and puzzles, although some have noted issues with enemy AI, combat mechanics, and occasional bugs. Overall, while the first chapter offers a brief but enjoyable experience, there is a consensus that further development and additional content are needed to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “Especially for only being $12.99 CAD, this game is phenomenal in both graphics and environmental storytelling, with unique mechanics in combat and puzzles.”
- “The gameplay takes a little getting used to, but by the end all the mechanics felt like second nature, and the environment design was complex without being frustrating.”
- “The core elements of gameplay (like the fuse puzzles, and especially the combat, which is quite enjoyable) are well-put together, and the difficulty is adequate as well.”
- “The game is unfinished, only offering about 4-5 hours of gameplay for chapter 1, but dang are those few hours incredibly fun and engaging.”
- “There isn't a ton in the way of gameplay; tons of walking, crouching/hiding, running, etc. There isn't much to do currently.”
- “The main reason I don't recommend it is because I find the current content too light and the gameplay mechanics way too rough, especially the combat.”
graphics
139 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their impressive quality, immersive environments, and attention to detail, often compared to those of AAA titles despite the game's low price point. While many players noted stunning visuals and effective lighting, some experienced performance issues such as lag and stuttering, particularly on lower-end hardware. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere and storytelling, making it a standout feature for many reviewers.
- “The graphics and environments are exceptional, with the standouts being the Mars surface and the end sequence.”
- “The atmosphere, the graphics, the ambiance, and the sound design are all incredibly immersive, and the quality is just a pleasure to experience.”
- “Absolutely stellar graphics and brilliant story.”
- “Sure, there's a few graphic errors where it'll lag when loading an area.”
- “Even on low graphics, you get very bad framerate especially when you try to load a new space area if you have a budget PC.”
- “Way too many bugs/graphical errors in its current state.”
atmosphere
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, effectively creating a sense of tension and suspense that enhances the horror experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail in graphics and sound design, which contribute to a captivating environment that keeps them engaged. While some areas may feel bland, the overall ambiance and storytelling are considered standout features, making it a compelling choice for fans of atmospheric horror games.
- “The atmosphere is next to perfect and the controls are very smooth and feel natural for the most part.”
- “The atmosphere, the graphics, the ambiance, and the sound design are all incredibly immersive, and the quality is just a pleasure to experience.”
- “The atmosphere is amazing and you can feel the tension as you are sneaking around the different monsters working your way through the facility.”
- “The opening and closing scenes looked great, but in between the areas, it started to shift the atmosphere to be bland with just boxes and lockers.”
- “Notedly, the music just wouldn't fit the atmosphere at parts.”
- “The atmosphere is very claustrophobic and well dressed for what it's trying to get across.”
optimization
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag, with many players reporting smooth performance and good visuals, especially on higher-end PCs. However, several users experienced stuttering and frame drops in specific areas, indicating that while the game shows promise, it still requires further optimization, particularly given its early access status. Some players noted that performance issues could detract from the experience, but many remain optimistic about future improvements.
- “This game is well optimized and it's still in early access!”
- “I'll go out and say first that this is one of the best optimized games I've seen in a long time.”
- “Performance-wise the game runs great (and I mean really great).”
- “Performance-wise, I did experience some stutters in larger areas, and chapter 1 keeps enemy encounters minimal.”
- “The engine itself is really bad and most of the games are unoptimized because of it.”
- “It is horrifically optimized in the sense that any time a new section loads you can expect your frames to dip to the single digits for a bit.”
music
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its immersive quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, drawing comparisons to titles like Dead Space and Alien Isolation. However, some players noted issues with the implementation, such as abrupt changes in intensity that could disrupt the experience and create confusion during stealth sequences. Overall, while the soundtrack is considered fantastic and contributes significantly to the game's ambiance, there are calls for improvements in its integration and consistency.
- “Overall sound design and music is stellar, particularly with the enemies and ambiance, and was giving off massive Dead Space/Doom 3/Alien Isolation vibes.”
- “The game boasts impressive graphics, beautifully crafted levels, and a fitting soundtrack that really enhances the experience.”
- “Is the atmosphere in this game might be one of the most beautiful I have seen, the amount of detail in this game is crazy, and the soundtracks for this game really is fantastic.”
- “The music is badly implemented.”
- “Notably, the music just wouldn't fit the atmosphere at parts.”
- “It's just the fact when you were spotted, the spotted music would drag on way longer than the enemy who spotted you's attention span.”
stability
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Overall, the game's stability is characterized by minor visual glitches, occasional lag spikes, and some audio issues, particularly during cut-scenes and transitions. While many players report a generally smooth experience with only a few noticeable bugs, others have encountered more significant performance drops and glitches, especially in specific scenarios like stealth mechanics and environmental interactions. As the game is still in early access, players remain optimistic that these issues will be addressed in future updates.
- “Just got through chapter one (the only chapter out at the time of this review). The game runs great on my PC, with only a few areas where I noticed frame dips.”
- “Very promising for an early access title; little to no glitches found, and it runs very well, other than frame drops while loading new areas.”
- “Performance-wise, the game runs great (and I mean really great).”
- “Minor visual glitches and lag spikes going into and out of cut-scenes.”
- “Very buggy and hard to run game in my opinion, but seeing it's in beta, it is one of the best SCP games I've seen in a while.”
- “I'm way above the main specs, but for some reason when I go through doors, or vents, or see fire, it freezes or goes to like 1fps. I've done all my normal fixes and it's still doing it for some reason.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its goofy enemy designs, such as the "mutant chickens," and amusing interactions with the environment, which often lead to unexpected comedic moments. Players find themselves laughing at the predictable enemy behavior and humorous glitches, contributing to a lighthearted tone despite the game's survival horror theme. Overall, the blend of absurdity and slapstick elements provides a unique comedic relief that resonates with players of all ages.
- “The initial enemy walk animation looks a lot goofy, kinda made me laugh more than be afraid.”
- “Very little actually happens until you encounter the first enemy, these goofy velociraptor things which the protagonist appropriately references as 'mutant chickens' and their patrol pathing is so predictable it's hilarious.”
- “Repeatedly kicking the chickens had me laughing so hard I nearly woke the entire household and risked arrest.”
grinding
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly during mini-games and combat encounters. Many reviewers noted that certain tasks, like collecting items or navigating complex environments, can become frustratingly monotonous, detracting from the overall experience.
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the sense of achievement is incredible.”
- “I get the idea behind it, but it grew incredibly tedious after the third back-to-back mini-game introduced in twenty minutes.”
- “Only thing I find an issue with is the combat; it feels really annoying and tedious to fight some of the enemies.”
- “The chickens got a bit tedious at the end, especially at the point where you have to collect the two power cores, and I had a game-breaking bug at the last 'run' quest, where I wound up in a jump and run with containers from the wrong side.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for deeper emotional connections with characters, noting that while certain moments, like the death of BT-7274, evoke strong feelings, the overall lack of dialogue diminishes personal investment in the protagonist. Additionally, some players find humor in the game's limitations, such as the inability to bring an "emotional support chair," highlighting a mix of emotional engagement and frustration with gameplay mechanics.
- “The game's awesome; it needs more dialogue, even if it's just Kovich talking to himself. There's no personal connection between me and the character. If he died, it's whatever, but when BT-7274 died, I almost shed a tear. Keep up the good work!”
- “Also, you cannot bring an emotional support chair with you... I tried... both iterations disappeared :')”