Smell Of Death
- July 4, 2016
- Alkame Games
Get on Steam"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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a tense atmosphere and can be genuinely scary, with effective jump scares and a sense of danger from enemies approaching from all directions.
- Unique mechanics such as reaching behind to swap weapons and the immersive movement system enhance the VR experience.
- The game shows potential for improvement, with regular updates from the developers and a fun gameplay loop that can be enjoyable with friends.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, including clipping through the map, poor enemy animations, and frustrating weapon handling that detracts from the overall experience.
- Graphics and sound design are subpar, with many players noting that the visuals are rough and the audio effects are often cheesy or poorly executed.
- The combat mechanics feel clunky and unrefined, leading to a lack of satisfaction when engaging with enemies, which can make the gameplay feel tedious.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring unique mechanics such as clever movement and weapon-switching actions that enhance the experience, especially in VR. While players appreciate the fun and tension, some express frustrations with enemy AI and overall mechanics, suggesting room for improvement. The game is noted for its nostalgic elements and is considered enjoyable for playing with family and friends, despite some limitations.
“Really good game with unique mechanics, hard and really tense.”
“I really like the reach behind your neck to switch weapons and tap your chest to reload after dropping extinguished ammo cartridge mechanics.”
“Nostalgia and unique gameplay mechanics can only carry the game so far.”
“Great try devs, and I hope you can continue improving the mechanics and enemy AI to make this game a lot better.”
“Nice game... zombies' animation looks funny, but overall it is a cool game to play with family and friends; it has unique game mechanics for VR.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as poor and rough, particularly in VR settings, while others appreciate the realistic atmosphere and immersive experience reminiscent of titles like Resident Evil. Despite some bugs and issues, many agree that the graphics are functional for the game's purpose, though improvements are still needed. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant area for enhancement.
“Graphics are quite realistic; it's like being inside Resident Evil.”
“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.”
“Playing with the Oculus Rift, I could only play it for a few minutes; it is that bad. This game has awful graphics and terrible controls. I cannot recommend it.”
“Very rough graphics.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and spooky qualities, featuring impressive graphics and a variety of monsters that create a carnival-like tension. While it includes chilling moments and effective jump scares, it strikes a balance that makes it accessible even to those who are not avid horror fans. Overall, players feel deeply engaged, often losing themselves in the game's environment.
“The atmosphere is amazing, nice graphics and full of jumpscares.”
“It has a chilling atmosphere but not too terrifying that people who don't like horror avoid.”
“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 varieties of monsters constantly running toward you make it feel more like a carnival funhouse experience.”
“It has a chilling atmosphere, but it's not so terrifying that people who don't like horror would avoid it.”
“The atmosphere makes you feel as though you are inside the game.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from the awkward and clumsy AI animations, which often make encounters more amusing than threatening. While some players find the zombie animations funny, the overall comedic value is seen as a highlight, contributing to an enjoyable experience, especially in multiplayer settings.
“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.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is likened to a "walking dead-like" plot, but it lacks depth, with no collectible lore or letters to enhance the narrative. While the boss monsters are criticized for poor animations and lack of interaction, the gameplay remains engaging, focusing on exploration and resource management amidst a zombie apocalypse.
“But aside from the 'Walking Dead-like' plot of the story, the gameplay is awesome.”
“I haven't found any letters to read or storyline, but I like the exploration and limited resources, which have you looking for ammo and keys as you battle zombies.”
“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.”
“The plot feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged with the characters.”
“Character development is shallow, and the dialogue often feels forced and unoriginal.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly without significant issues, indicating a stable performance despite some minor bugs.
“Runs great.”
“The game maintains a smooth performance without any crashes.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is, even during intense moments.”
“But it's not just that it's a buggy mess.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is considered fun and offers a degree of replayability, despite being described as cheesy and simplistic.
“It's a bit cheesy and simplistic; however, it is fun and highly replayable.”
