SCP: Vacation

87%
Game Brain Score Based on 137 reviews
  • humor
  • gameplay
  • music
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Four D-Class personnel awaken to find themselves in a mysterious dimension. Somehow, they know they must avoid the anomalous threats contained by the SCP Foundation and escape before it's too late... Important! - This game is in NO LONGER IN DEVELOPMENT. Overview: 1-4 Players start on a board with various tiles that lead to an escape. Players take turn rolling a die to determine …

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87%
Audience ScoreBased on 137 reviews
humor7 positive mentions
atmosphere2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and hilarious experience, especially when playing with friends, leading to memorable moments.
  • It has a solid foundation and potential for growth, with many players expressing excitement for future updates and improvements.
  • The game is described as life-changing and emotionally impactful, with some players claiming it has helped them in various personal ways.
  • The game is currently plagued by bugs and lacks content, with many players noting that it feels incomplete and needs more minigames.
  • Some players found the gameplay to be repetitive and lacking engagement, primarily consisting of rolling dice without much else to do.
  • There are concerns about the game's balance and mechanics, with players mentioning issues like broken AI and unresponsive achievements.
  • humor7 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the main character's misadventures and glitches to be genuinely hilarious. Many users appreciate how the bugs, while problematic, often enhance the comedic experience, making the game enjoyable in a lighthearted way. Overall, the game's potential for humor is recognized as a significant strength, contributing to its appeal.

    • “This game is actually hilarious.”
    • “This game has loads of potential, but it is also extremely funny and glitchy at its current state; here are some examples.”
    • “My only issue is the bugs, but they just make it more funny most of the time, and I'm sure they won't last forever. Great work, devs!”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by intense and satisfying moments, enhanced by unique quick time mechanics that evoke a strong emotional response. Players appreciate the smooth flow and engaging mini-game mechanics, although some feel that the overall gameplay could benefit from further development.

    • “Every moment was jam packed with intensity and satisfying gameplay.”
    • “The unique quick time mechanics instill a fear in your heart you've never felt before.”
    • “I really do recommend this as the smooth flow of the gameplay really does it right for me, and many other people as well.”
    • “Solid foundation for a game, but the gameplay is missing.”
  • music4 mentions

    Users express a strong desire for improved music in the game, suggesting that background tracks could enhance the overall experience. There are mixed opinions on the style of music, with some favoring playful tunes and others preferring something more reminiscent of classic themes. Overall, the addition of music is seen as a crucial element for future improvements.

    • “This is just the song to go ballistic on.”
    • “I'm not sure if it needs to be fun, playful music or if something reminiscent of classic beats would be better (I personally like the idea of happy music right before glorious death).”
    • “For future improvements, music is definitely a must.”
    • “Some background music would probably improve the game a lot; other than that, I think it's a great and fun game already, and I'm excited to see what it is going to become!”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere cleverly contrasts typical horror elements with a bright, saturated aesthetic, initially misleading players about its true nature. However, this vibrant exterior belies a darker reality, as the environment is heavily tainted by the grim imagery of melting bodies and flowing lava, creating a uniquely unsettling experience.

    • “The bright, saturated atmosphere subverts your expectations of a generic horror game, but don't let that trick you.”
    • “The atmosphere is now at its all-time low, and is mostly filled with carbon from the fumes of people melting and lava pouring.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, with some expressing that it brought them to tears, both from sadness and happiness. This emotional depth enhances the overall gaming experience, making it memorable and impactful.

    • “This game made me cry.”
    • “Made me cry from happiness.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game's optimization has received praise for its impressive performance, leaving players in awe of its capabilities. However, some users have noted that it appears to utilize a significant amount of CPU resources, suggesting potential inefficiencies or excessive resource demands.

    • “When I finished this game, I leaned back in my gaming chair in awe, and there was nothing to do but applaud the amazing performance I had just witnessed.”
    • “The optimization in this game is top-notch, utilizing every bit of CPU performance effectively.”
    • “The game is using 100% of my CPU performance; I'm pretty sure it's mining crypto or it's not very optimized.”
    • “The optimization is so poor that my system is struggling to run it smoothly.”
    • “I can't believe how unoptimized this game is; it feels like it's draining my resources for no reason.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story is highly praised for its Shakespearean quality, featuring beautifully written narratives and compelling character development that evoke strong emotional responses, making it a standout example of SCP fiction.

    • “It was a show the likes of Shakespeare's, with a beautifully written story and thrilling gameplay.”
    • “Brought me to tears; the story and character development are peak SCP fiction.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game is highly praised, with players noting that it evokes strong emotional responses and is considered exemplary within the SCP fiction genre. The character design is also highlighted as impressive, contributing to the overall chilling atmosphere during enemy encounters.

    • “Brought me to tears; the story and character development are peak SCP fiction.”
    • “The character design is absolutely astonishing, and the enemy encounters really do send a chill down my spine every time I meet them.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which diminished my overall enjoyment of the story.”
    • “Despite the interesting premise, the characters don't evolve in meaningful ways, leaving their journeys feeling incomplete.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics have seen improvements with recent updates, making them more appealing, though they still require some polish. While the visuals are considered somewhat bare-bones, the overall experience remains enjoyable, especially when playing with friends, despite occasional humorous bugs.

    • “I 100% love this game. With the recent update, the visuals are much more appealing, even though I've encountered some bugs; most of them are just funny.”
    • “The developer has built upon the foundation, and while still bare-bones and in need of a little graphical polish, it is a well-made and fun experience with friends.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game experiences significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs that can detract from the overall enjoyment, despite their affection for the game.

    • “It's a buggy piece of junk at times, but I love it.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “I often experience lag and glitches that ruin the overall experience.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The reviews emphasize the high replayability of the game, suggesting that it offers significant value and enjoyment upon multiple playthroughs.

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