Smell Of Death

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Smell Of Death is a single player action game. It was developed by Alkame Games and was released on July 4, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Smell of Death" is a horror-themed first-person shooter game where players must survive and escape from hordes of mutated creatures. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world and features a variety of weapons to fight off the enemies. With a focus on survival and strategy, players must manage their resources carefully while navigating through a dark and atmospheric environment.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game has a tense atmosphere with effective jump scares that can be genuinely frightening.
It features unique VR mechanics that allow for immersive gameplay, such as arm-swing locomotion.
Despite its flaws, many players find it enjoyable and fun to play with friends, especially during sales.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including falling through the map and issues with weapon handling.
Graphics and animations are often described as poor, with clunky enemy AI and awkward interactions.
Many players feel the game lacks direction and polish, making it frustrating to play in its current state.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has been described as fun and engaging, particularly in a multiplayer setting, with unique VR mechanics that enhance the experience. However, some players noted frustrations with enemy AI and mechanics, leading to a mixed reception, reflected in a rating of 7/10. Overall, while the game has its entertaining moments, there is room for improvement.
- “Gameplay 7/10 (it was fun, but there were some frustrations.)”
- “Nice game! The zombie animations look funny, but overall it is a cool game to play with family and friends. It has unique game mechanics for VR.”
- “Great try devs, and I hope you can continue improving the mechanics and enemy AI to make this game a lot better.”
- “Nice game, but the zombie animations look funny. Overall, it is a cool game to play with family and friends, and it has unique game mechanics for VR.”
- “Twice in about 15 minutes total of gameplay.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users noting poor quality and rough textures, while others appreciated the atmospheric design and effective use of lighting, particularly in VR, which was rated a modest 7/10. Overall, the visuals seem to serve the game's atmosphere and jump scares, despite their shortcomings.
- “Atmosphere is amazing, nice graphics and full of jumpscares.”
- “VR graphics 7/10 (they're nothing special but they do work for the title.)”
- “The graphics are also poor, as well as the lighting.”
- “Very rough graphics.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its impressive graphics and effective use of jumpscares, creating a spooky and immersive experience. While it maintains a fun, carnival-like energy with a variety of monsters, some players feel that the intensity wanes after the halfway point. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both engaging and unsettling, with moments that evoke a strong sense of safety amidst the chaos.
- “The atmosphere is amazing, nice graphics and full of jumpscares.”
- “The atmosphere is spot on and very spooky; there was one room I went into and didn't want to leave as I finally felt safe.”
- “However, the atmosphere and all the different variety of monsters constantly running toward you make it feel more like a carnival fun house experience.”
- “The atmosphere and all the different varieties of monsters constantly running toward you make it feel more like a carnival fun house experience.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game primarily stems from the awkward and clumsy AI animations, which many players find more amusing than threatening. While some aspects of the game are enjoyable, the comedic value of the poorly executed animations seems to be a highlight for players, making it a fun experience, especially in a social setting.
- “The AI in these fights is also awkward, clumsy, and terribly animated, making them more hilarious than actually scary or a real threat.”
- “All in all, I didn't enjoy anything beyond how hilariously bad some of it was.”
- “Nice game! The zombie animations look funny, but overall it is a cool game to play with family and friends. It has unique game mechanics for VR.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is criticized for being reminiscent of "The Walking Dead," with poorly animated boss monsters that often fail to react to player actions, detracting from the overall experience. However, despite these narrative shortcomings, the gameplay itself is praised as enjoyable.
- “But aside from the 'The Walking Dead'-like plot of the story, the gameplay is awesome.”
- “The boss monsters are a whole other story; the animations on them are absolutely horrible. They don't even react to your gunshots at times and just wander about aimlessly.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the game suffers from significant stability issues, with many users labeling it a "buggy mess." This suggests a lack of polish and reliability, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
- “But it's not just that it's a buggy mess.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is considered fun and offers good replayability, despite being described as cheesy and simplistic.
- “It's a bit cheesy and simplistic; however, it is fun and highly replayable.”