Siphonopolis

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Siphonopolis is a single player action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by ApeHardware and was released on August 31, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Left to rot. Awake once again. Welcome back. One last task. Enter Siphonopolis. Find the heart. https://store.steampowered.com/widget/2050150/ > What am I looking at? This game was originally made some time around 2017-18. It was hard to control and used poor 3d renders for its graphics. The plot was barely there. So it was forgotten and deleted. But it didn’t die. Recovered from beyond t…

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a remarkable visual style and a beautifully haunting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It offers a unique and intriguing concept that combines elements of adventure, point-and-click, and bullet hell gameplay.
Despite its simplicity, the game provides a nostalgic feel reminiscent of old flash games, making it an interesting experience for players.

The graphics are considered some of the worst on Steam, contributing to a poor overall visual experience.
Gameplay is plagued by bugs, hitbox issues, and repetitiveness, making it frustrating to play.
The developer's unethical practices and the game's dismal public reception indicate a lack of quality and care in its production.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as poorly executed and lazy, labeling it one of the worst-looking games on Steam. In contrast, others appreciate the unique art style and atmospheric visuals that effectively convey a sense of decay and tension, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are described as both horrendous and captivating, depending on the player's perspective.
- “Great aesthetics and sound design.”
- “After seeing the screenshots, I've immediately become intrigued by the peculiar art style, and it was cheap enough I bought it right away.”
- “The visuals, soundtrack, and atmosphere really sell the feeling of being somewhere that's decaying and deteriorating, and you really shouldn't be in.”
- “This was an experimental bit of shovelware with recycled assets; you point and click around a 2D side view maze, shooting weird monsters with a 'decay' theme and graphics that are both ugly on purpose and ugly due to general laziness.”
- “The graphics here are particularly awful, so bad that it actually stands out as one of the worst looking games on Steam.”
- “The visuals, soundtrack, and atmosphere really sell the feeling of being somewhere that's decaying and deteriorating, and you really shouldn't be there.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The music in the game is described as beautifully haunting, effectively enhancing the atmosphere of decay and tension throughout the experience. While some users appreciate the soundtrack's ability to evoke fear and stress, there are criticisms regarding the developer's approach to monetizing it through additional donations. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's immersive and unsettling ambiance.
- “The visuals, soundtrack, and atmosphere really sell the feeling of being somewhere that's decaying and deteriorating, and you really shouldn't be in.”
- “It is played only with mouse and click, it keeps tension all the time, with horrible but magnificent graphics, uncomfortable but well thought out gameplay, and very varied difficulty levels; even the music gives us that bit of fear and stress.”
- “Remarkable visual style and beautifully haunting soundtrack (I even bought it separately).”
- “On top of that, the developer is still trying to profit from this by holding their hand out and panhandling for a $2 soundtrack donation, making this beggarware.”
- “It is played only with mouse and click; it keeps tension all the time, with horrible but magnificent graphics, uncomfortable but well thought out gameplay, and very varied difficulty levels. Even the music gives us that bit of fear and stress.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics centered around mouse clicks for movement and shooting, which initially seem shallow but are enhanced by unique level-specific gimmicks that maintain player engagement. The game effectively balances tension and challenge with varied difficulty levels, complemented by atmospheric graphics and music that heighten the experience. Overall, while the gameplay is straightforward, it successfully delivers a compelling and immersive experience.
- “The game is great; the gimmicks it introduced to spice up its simple mechanics were all unique, and not one did overstay its welcome.”
- “The gameplay is simplistic, but is present enough for a game to feel like a game, heh.”
- “It is played only with mouse and click; it keeps tension all the time, with horrible but magnificent graphics, uncomfortable but well thought out gameplay, and very varied difficulty levels. Even the music gives us that bit of fear and stress.”
- “The simple mechanics of moving where you click and shooting at enemies didn't promise much depth at first, but some levels surprised me with the different things you can do with them.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The atmosphere is effectively conveyed through striking visuals and an immersive soundtrack, creating a sense of decay and unease that enhances the feeling of being in a place you shouldn't be.
- “The haunting ambiance and intricate details create an immersive experience that pulls you into a world filled with tension and unease.”
- “Every sound and visual element contributes to a chilling atmosphere that keeps you on edge, making exploration both thrilling and unnerving.”
- “The visuals, soundtrack, and atmosphere really sell the feeling of being somewhere that's decaying and deteriorating, and you really shouldn't be in.”
- “The game lacks any real sense of immersion; the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
- “Despite the potential for a haunting environment, the atmosphere falls short, leaving the player feeling disconnected and unengaged.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users experiencing frequent bugs and poor performance during gameplay.
- “Pretty buggy and doesn't play well.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is praised for its unexpected twists and engaging progression, keeping players invested throughout the game. Coupled with impressive graphics and well-balanced boss fights, it creates a compelling narrative experience.
- “The graphics continued to be amazing till the end, the story went places I wouldn't have expected, and the boss fights were just challenging enough to get angry at, but never so much that I wanted to give up.”