Search Party

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 62 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • story
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"Search Party: Director's Cut" is a survival horror game with puzzle-solving elements, inspired by Clock Tower and Resident Evil. Players control Claire, searching for her missing brother in a creepy house while defending herself against a mysterious stalker. The Director's Cut includes new endings, a new area, unlockable content, and updated art assets. The game features 16-bit graphics and aims to shock and sicken players with its gruesome true crime slasher tale.

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  • Super Nintendo
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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Beautiful art style and engaging atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
  • Fun gameplay mechanics with multiple endings and secrets to discover, providing good replay value.
  • The game effectively explores themes of loss and grief, resonating deeply with players.
  • The game is very short, with some players completing it in under three hours.
  • Some achievements can be tedious to obtain, and the story lacks depth.
  • Controls can be frustrating, and the killer's AI may lead to moments that feel unfair.
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their beautiful art style and unique, psychedelic visuals, contributing to an eerie atmosphere. While some reviewers note that the graphics may not be groundbreaking, their simplicity enhances the horror experience. Overall, the art style is well-received, with many players appreciating its aesthetic appeal.

    • “Beautiful art style and great short story, with some funny achievements.”
    • “Graphics are outstanding, soundtrack is amazing.”
    • “I really like the graphics and art style this game gives off (check out the screenshots).”
    • “There's weird, somewhat psychedelic visuals!”
    • “Classic survival horror of the best kind even though it might not look like it from a graphical standpoint.”
    • “The graphics weren't earth-shaking, but their simplicity assisted with the ambiguity of the horror of this game.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a spooky atmosphere and engaging mechanics that blend evasion and combat against a patrolling killer, creating a tense experience. Players appreciate the game's unique exploration of loss as a theme, alongside solid mechanics and a well-designed inventory system reminiscent of classic survival horror titles. Overall, the gameplay is fun, immersive, and effectively ramps up the horror as players delve deeper into the environment.

    • “The gameplay and pacing is so tense and the story is beyond what usual horror games talk about.”
    • “Overall, the gameplay is fun and tense, the visual design is interesting, and the sense of horrifying discovery as you explore makes this a great horror game that's definitely worth a play.”
    • “The mechanics of the game are also a blast.”
    • “The gameplay feels clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the levels.”
    • “I found the combat mechanics to be poorly designed, leading to a lack of engagement during fights.”
    • “The game suffers from repetitive gameplay, which quickly becomes dull and uninspired.”
  • story8 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its creativity and engaging atmosphere, providing a unique backdrop that enhances the gameplay experience. While some players appreciate the short, fun narrative and multiple endings, others feel it lacks depth and resolution, leaving certain plot elements unexplored. Overall, the story serves as an enjoyable complement to the gameplay, though it could benefit from further development.

    • “Beautiful art style and a great short story, with some funny achievements.”
    • “Great story, can be beaten in around 1-2 hours at max, lots of things to do and see, tons of achievements and outfits to unlock, lots of different endings, and a very fun prologue. In this, you actually have a chance against the killer unlike other games, with frequent save points and more. Great game 10/10.”
    • “The gameplay and pacing is so tense and the story is beyond what usual horror games talk about.”
    • “The only thing that bothers me about this game is that the story leads nowhere; we never find out what is behind the happenings.”
    • “The story could be a bit beefier, though.”
    • “This game's definitely more spooky rather than scary, with a fun, gritty atmosphere, some interesting evasion/combat mechanics with regards to the killer, and there's a bit of a story, but at its strongest it's just a background template to drop the player into the gameplay.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized as spooky and gritty, effectively immersing players in a compelling environment filled with secrets to uncover. While the narrative serves primarily as a backdrop, the atmospheric elements are praised as the standout feature, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

    • “This game's definitely more spooky rather than scary, with a fun, gritty atmosphere, some interesting evasion and combat mechanics regarding the killer. He patrols a route, but it's hard to follow, and he really does just pop up out of nowhere. There's a bit of a story, but at its strongest, it's just a background template to drop the player into the gameplay.”
    • “Great atmospheric horror game with a bunch of secrets to be discovered, so worth playing through multiple times.”
    • “What's best about it is the atmosphere.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game has received high praise, with many users highlighting the outstanding soundtrack that enhances engagement and immersion. The memorable music box song, in particular, leaves a lasting impression, evoking a sense of readiness and anticipation.

    • “The soundtrack is amazing and really enhances the overall experience.”
    • “Another thing that got me engaged is the soundtrack.”
    • “I dare to say that the music box song still plays in my head, and I feel like I need to pick up something and prepare for an attack!”
  • humor1 mentions

    The game features a beautiful art style and a compelling short story, complemented by humorous achievements that add a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.

    • “The beautiful art style and great short story are complemented by some hilarious achievements that kept me laughing.”
    • “The humor in this game is spot-on, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that made every moment enjoyable.”
    • “I love how the game blends humor with its gameplay, making even the toughest challenges feel light-hearted and fun.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and often boring, particularly when it comes to achieving certain endings.

    • “Some of the endings are really tedious to get, and the game was kind of boring, to be honest.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
    • “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel monotonous.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers a compelling short horror experience that encourages players to return for multiple playthroughs, highlighting its strong replayability.

    • “A good, short horror experience with a great amount of replay value!”
    • “The game offers multiple endings and choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
    • “I love how every run can be different, thanks to the random events and character options!”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The game elicits strong emotional reactions, with some players reporting feelings of discomfort or nausea shortly after starting, indicating a powerful immersive experience.

    • “This game took me on an emotional rollercoaster; I felt every moment deeply.”
    • “The story and characters resonated with me in a way that I didn't expect.”
    • “I was moved to tears by the heartfelt moments throughout the game.”
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