Shtriga: Summer Camp
- February 2, 2017
- Game Cartel
Get on SteamShtriga: Summer Camp is a first-person survival horror game. As a counselor at a summer camp, you must uncover the mystery behind a series of child disappearances while avoiding the deadly Shtriga. Use stealth and resourcefulness to survive the night and protect the campers. Can you save them all and reveal the truth behind the Shtriga?
Reviews
- Decent atmosphere and sound design that enhances the creepy theme.
- Simple plot and easy puzzles make it accessible for beginners and casual players.
- Achievements are easily obtainable, providing a sense of accomplishment.
- Many puzzles are too easy, lacking challenge for experienced players.
- The game is short, typically completed in under 2-3 hours, with no bonus chapter or map.
- Numerous bugs and glitches can hinder gameplay, including issues with item collection and hint functionality.
- story21 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as simplistic and filled with plot holes, often requiring players to suspend logic. While some find the atmosphere and horror elements engaging, many agree that the narrative is average at best, lacking depth and cohesion, with a short runtime that leaves much to be desired. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a compelling driving force.
“The story told in Shtriga: Summer Camp is pretty interesting.”
“It's a bit short, but the story is great.”
“Nice story, but a bit small.”
“The plot is... pretty ludicrous.”
“Do not think about the story even for a second! If you do, you cannot not notice the plot holes....”
“As others have noted, the story is paper thin and you don't really know why you're doing some things.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the terrific artwork and decent in-game visuals, while others note issues like graphical glitches and lower resolution quality. The background graphics are highlighted as impressive, though animated scenes fall short of expectations. Overall, the graphics are considered standard for the genre, with a nice thematic presentation.
“But on the plus side, the artwork is terrific and the puzzles look like scenes you'd find in a more or less real setting.”
“Awesome background graphics.”
“The graphics are great and I love the theme of a kid's summer camp with mysterious disappearances.”
“While there are some graphical glitches and hitbox issues, this game is a decent hog.”
“They look like 720p instead of 1080p graphics.”
“Graphics are pretty standard dark-abandoned-place-style, not as beautifully drawn as in some other HOGs, but look nice enough.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its creepiness and effective sound design, contributing to an eerie and immersive experience. While the story may lack depth, the atmospheric elements and engaging puzzles enhance the overall enjoyment.
“The atmosphere is very creepy, and the music is good.”
“The setting was certainly eerie and atmospheric, and you can even skip a mini game if you get stumped.”
“In addition, the game does a great job of creating a creepy atmosphere.”
“The story isn't that interesting, but the atmosphere is on-point and the puzzles are (usually) fun.”
“Game with decent horror atmosphere”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to create a creepy atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience with eerie sound effects that encourage continued play. It effectively complements the horror elements of the story, adding depth to the gameplay.
“The atmosphere is very creepy, and the music is good.”
“The music helps enhance the horror elements in the story.”
“The eerie music and sound effects will make you want to keep playing.”
“It is a hog with a little horror element in the story, and the music helps a lot to emphasize that.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game experiences several stability issues, including graphical glitches and click-box problems, which have led some users to find it frustrating and buggy. Overall, these stability concerns detract from the overall experience, prompting some players to avoid replaying the game.
“There are some graphical glitches and click-box issues that detract from the experience.”
“I am definitely not going to start this buggy game again.”
“There are glitches in a few places, including the subtitle issue I mentioned before.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to small details like the absence of a map, erratic movement mechanics, and lengthy hint recharge times. Additionally, the overuse of certain terms, such as "plane," contributes to the confusion and frustration. Overall, these elements detract from the enjoyment of the game.
“Small details make the game tedious: the lack of a map, the random jumping backwards and forwards, and the long waiting time for the hint to recharge.”
“I feel bad giving this a negative review, but the game was tedious.”
“There are a few confusing terms too - 'plane' gets overused a bit... there's a wood grinding plane, as well as a paper aeroplane later on.”
