Sniper Killer

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In the game "Sniper Killer," you play as both a detective and the mysterious "Sniper Killer" as you try to solve a series of gruesome murders, navigating through various locations in the city. The story unfolds after each victim is killed with a precise sniper shot, and you must uncover the motive behind these seemingly random acts of violence. This horror-thriller game is a must-play for true-crime fans, as you race against the clock to solve the case before more bodies pile up.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 686 reviews

story117 positive mentions

replayability8 negative mentions

Engaging story with a unique twist of playing as both the killer and the detective.
Fun sniping mechanics with satisfying headshot effects and a vintage horror atmosphere.
Great voice acting and humor that balances the tension throughout the game.

The ending feels rushed and leaves many plot points unresolved, leading to confusion.
Some gameplay mechanics, especially during the final boss fight, can be frustrating and poorly designed.
The game is relatively short for its price, which may not justify the cost for some players.

story
322 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Sniper Killer" has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging premise and unique perspective shifts between the killer, victims, and detective. However, criticisms often highlight a rushed narrative that feels incomplete, particularly towards the end, leading to confusion and a lack of resolution. While the voice acting and atmosphere are praised, some players found the plot to be simplistic or disjointed, suggesting that the game could benefit from further development to enhance its storytelling depth.
- “Absolutely amazing, the plot and voice acting are superb, gameplay is fantastic.”
- “The story is surprisingly good and I really enjoyed the music.”
- “Engaging story which kept me guessing throughout.”
- “One of Torture Star's better games but feels unfinished story-wise because things end kind of abruptly.”
- “The story feels like an 8-year-old wrote it & the ending is terrible.”
- “The story tries to be mysterious but doesn't really amount to anything.”
gameplay
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
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The gameplay in "Sniper Killer" is characterized by enjoyable sniping mechanics and a vintage horror atmosphere, providing a mix of straightforward shooting and detective elements. While the sniping is praised for its satisfaction and challenge, the detective gameplay is often seen as simplistic and linear, leading to a somewhat uneven experience. Overall, players appreciate the fun mechanics and engaging story, though some feel the gameplay could benefit from more depth and interactivity.
- “Absolutely amazing, the plot and voice acting are superb, gameplay is fantastic.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are fun and keep you invested throughout.”
- “The sniping gameplay was very intuitive and nice-feeling.”
- “I found it a frustrating trial and error affair that didn’t fit very well with the slow and calculated style of gameplay that was the rest of the game.”
- “The actual mechanics are poor, and it feels more like a chore than a game to finish.”
- “There's no real change in the sniper gameplay and the detective gameplay is just walking around.”
humor
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its outlandishness and ability to balance comedic elements with horror, creating a unique and entertaining atmosphere. Players enjoy the quirky characters and funny dialogue, with standout moments that elicit genuine laughter, although some feel the humor can detract from the narrative's seriousness. Overall, the game is described as hilarious and fun, appealing particularly to fans of horror with a comedic twist.
- “The story shits itself at the end in the most hilarious way possible.”
- “I really enjoyed the humorous dialogue and intriguing story, which balance the tension perfectly.”
- “There are plenty of funny moments to offset the scary ones.”
atmosphere
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its vintage horror movie vibe, combining eerie sound design and nostalgic graphics that evoke a creepy yet engaging experience. While many players appreciate the captivating and stylistic environments, some critique the lack of buildup and depth in certain areas, particularly regarding the narrative and character development. Overall, the atmosphere is described as immersive and enjoyable, though opinions vary on the effectiveness of jump scares and the final boss encounter.
- “The style led to a very creepy and humorous atmosphere and was enjoyable from beginning to end.”
- “It has a really captivating atmosphere.”
- “Great atmosphere and I had an easy time getting enveloped into the mystery of what was happening in the game.”
- “- this game is very much lacking build up, atmosphere, little side things to find, and explanations”
- “- atmosphere was definitely lacking in this one, there were some good sound effects but with those not causing any sort of connection to anything, it's just ambiance.”
- “Being able to see both the perspective of the sniper as well as the detective makes the game interesting, although the endgame boss fight was a bit underwhelming and strange - not to mention the supernatural stuff ruining the atmosphere and practically knowing nothing about the sniper by the end, aside from the fact that he's a random nobody, was a little disappointing.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Sniper Killer" evoke a nostalgic, retro aesthetic reminiscent of PS1 and N64 titles, featuring crisp visuals and a unique style that complements its horror narrative. While some players noted graphical glitches and basic UI issues, the overall atmosphere, combined with expressive voice acting, enhances the experience, making it enjoyable for fans of retro indie games. The game successfully balances its campy visuals with engaging gameplay, despite not being a significant graphical advancement.
- “The visuals are crisp, the mechanics are smooth, and the satisfaction of nailing a long-range shot is unmatched.”
- “The graphics are exactly as we expect, know, and love, and this one dives into the excessive gore with headshots, too!”
- “It has a unique style, and while it is by no means a leap forward graphically, the grimy and imperfect aesthetic fits the world and the narrative being told.”
- “Bad graphics”
- “While it lacks in a few fairly basic ways, like UI, controls, graphical glitches, those can be ignored if what is underneath is worth playing.”
- “The dialogue, although deliberately campy and cliche, is performed so expressively from the voice actors that, despite the low-fidelity style of the graphics, I can picture the characters' facial expressions changing and infer body language purely from the line delivery.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and atmosphere, with many users noting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. The soundtrack is described as polished and engaging, particularly during key moments like the endgame, contributing to the game's spooky ambiance. Overall, the combination of audio and visuals creates a captivating and immersive environment.
- “The story is surprisingly good and I really enjoyed the music.”
- “This has to be the most polished, gorgeous, atmospheric, smooth soundtracked, professionally voice acted, most interesting puppet combo game I've ever played!”
- “The music is honestly such a jam when you are playing a spooky game.”
- “At least the endgame music was peak.”
- “The old PS1-ish visual style, the audio, the soundtrack, and the visuals created for this game are all great.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability, primarily due to its short completion time of 2-5 hours and a lack of engaging content beyond the initial playthrough. While a chapter select feature provides some opportunity to revisit sections, many players feel that additional modes, such as a challenge mode, would enhance replay value. Overall, the consensus is that the game is enjoyable but not worth the price for its brief experience and minimal replay incentives.
- “The game should take 3-5 hours to complete, and the chapter select option adds some replayability.”
- “I would recommend a standalone challenge mode in the future, where players can explore various maps and complete objectives for replayability. The shooting mechanics feel solid, and the larger sections combined with environmental interactions, like shooting the rope holding certain items, create a fascinating game experience.”
- “The game should take 3-5 hours to complete, and the chapter select option adds some replayability.”
- “The game is a mix of simple murder tasks and walking sim with no replay value and ambiguous plot that leaves you hanging.”
- “Overall, it's alright, wait for a sale though as I comfortably completed it in 2 hours, no replay value unless you want to go over the story again.”
- “Pretty steep price for a game that a.) you will finish in 2 hours and b.) has no replay value.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches reported by users, leading to a frustrating experience. Many players noted that the game feels rushed, impacting basic elements like UI and controls, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite some redeeming qualities in the story, the technical problems are too pervasive to overlook.
- “The game is just way too buggy to be released.”
- “Animations are really slow, and the game is very buggy.”
- “I personally experienced a couple of technical glitches.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often leading to confusion, especially towards the end. Many feel that the effort required for grinding detracts from the overall experience, suggesting it may require excessive time investment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “One part of the fight is tedious and the ending added more confusion for me.”
- “However, it's pretty tedious following your own steps.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with users reporting choppy performance and stuttering, particularly during the parade level, which significantly impacted framerate. However, some players noted that other areas of the game ran smoothly without further performance issues. Overall, the optimization appears to be lacking.
- “Very choppy and slight stuttering here and there.”
- “My only problem I had was the parade level deciding to assassinate my framerate, and then I never had any other performance issues.”
- “It's also poorly optimized, sadly.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the game does not aim for a profound emotional impact, with many players feeling a sense of disappointment regarding the ending. Overall, the emotional depth is perceived as lacking, leaving players unsatisfied.