Space Hotel

About

Space Hotel is a single player action game. It was developed by NHLislive and was released on January 4, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

Space Hotel is a single-player simulation game where you manage and operate a hotel in space. Your goal is to ensure the satisfaction of your alien guests, upgrade facilities, and expand the hotel while facing various challenges in the zero-gravity environment. With unique gameplay mechanics and a quirky art style, Space Hotel offers a fun and engaging experience for players who enjoy management and simulation games.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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29%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

The game has a cool atmosphere that can be engaging for players who enjoy bad games.
The graphics are decent and the gameplay is fluid, making it easy to understand.
Some players find it fun to speedrun the game, as it can be completed quickly.

The monster design is unscary and often described as funny, detracting from the horror experience.
There are numerous bugs and design flaws, including a lack of clear objectives and a non-functional save system.
The game is misleading in its marketing, with many features shown in the trailer not present in the actual game.

graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the decent quality and atmosphere, especially for an indie title, while others criticize the overall dullness and outdated visuals reminiscent of earlier gaming eras. Users noted issues such as poor lighting, glitches, and a lack of ambiance, suggesting that promotional materials do not accurately represent the current state of the game. Overall, while there are some positive aspects, many feel the graphics fall short of expectations.
- “Such great graphics for a tiny indie game.”
- “The graphics looked good, the atmosphere seemed scary.”
- “The graphics are really nice and the atmosphere is scary.”
- “At least there is a decent amount of graphical options (but no rebindable keys), but when the game is this dull and ugly looking, even that is a wasted effort.”
- “We've got a terrible amateurish ogre, dumb as hell (he goes on rails, you can avoid him standing still one meter away, but out of his rails of course), light is in pre-alpha phase, glitching through walls, graphics are from 2004, no FMV sequences shown in the advertising video here on Steam.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack polish, making the overall experience feel uninviting and bland.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
62%
25%
The reviews highlight a stark divide in opinions regarding the game's story, with some players praising its depth and artistic value, while others criticize it for lacking any meaningful narrative within the gameplay itself. Many feel that the story is merely an afterthought, relegated to the store page rather than being integrated into the game, leading to a frustrating experience for those seeking a richer narrative. Overall, the consensus suggests that a more substantial and engaging story is needed to enhance the game's appeal.
- “This game is a masterpiece; all those who've written a negative review are uncultured and unintelligent neanderthals who have yet to understand the deep and meaningful story that this game, no, this piece of art, has to offer. It's so much more than just another horror game; it is a way of life and it gives mine meaning.”
- “It needs to add proper story, good AI, satisfying puzzles, ambient soundtrack, and more levels or tasks needing to be completed to raise its star rating in the hotel industry.”
- “Your game's story should not be just on the store page as an afterthought, but more in the game itself.”
- “No story at all, just collect 4 key cards and leave the ship... only horror in this game is the gameplay.”
- “There's zero story to this game.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its scary and immersive qualities, enhanced by good graphics and effective lighting. However, some players feel that the presence of a monster detracts from the overall experience, suggesting that clever puzzles could better replace it to maintain tension. Despite the initial creepiness, there are criticisms regarding the gameplay mechanics that diminish the sense of horror as players become more comfortable exploring the environment.
- “The graphics looked good, the atmosphere seemed scary.”
- “The graphics are really nice and the atmosphere is scary.”
- “Did you maybe see a video on the game's Steam page and decided it could be okay since there is a ghost-like creature, nice light, okayish graphics, FMV sequences, and a creepy atmosphere?”
- “So, no ghost, no look and no atmosphere of horror, because once you realize how dumb the ogre-on-rails is, you just walk carelessly and explore all the few rooms you have here.”
- “Did you maybe see a video on the game's Steam page and decided it could be okay since there is a ghost-like creature, nice lighting, okay graphics, FMV sequences, and a creepy atmosphere?”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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The music in the game is criticized for lacking an ambient score, which detracts from the immersive horror experience. Reviewers emphasize that effective music is crucial for enhancing the atmosphere and storytelling in horror games, and its absence leaves the game feeling drab and unengaging. Overall, the music is described as boring and insufficient, contributing to a lackluster gaming experience.
- “No ambiance musical score just makes your game drab for those wanting to be immersed in your imagined horror.”
- “It needs to add proper story, good AI, satisfying puzzles, ambient soundtrack, more levels or tasks needing to be completed to raise its star rating in the hotel industry.”
- “No ambient musical score just makes your game drab for those wanting to be immersed in your imagined horror.”
- “Music really makes and breaks most horror games.”
- “There's no ambiance, no soundtrack, everything is way too dark, the graphics are okay at best, the flashlight and stamina meters disappear if you alt+tab, the monster is a lurching axe-wielding ogre.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The gameplay is described as fluid and easy to understand, but it lacks depth, with a minimal objective of collecting four key cards to exit the ship. Many players express disappointment, feeling that the gameplay itself is the only source of horror, alongside frustrations with the AI.
- “Gameplay is very fluid; I had no trouble understanding what was going on in the background.”
- “No story at all, just collect 4 key cards and leave the ship... only horror in this game is the gameplay.”
- “I am upset about the gameplay and AI.”
- “No story at all, just collect 4 key cards and leave the ship... only horror in this game is the gameplay.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely unintentional, as players find the monster more amusing than frightening, detracting from the overall horror experience. Additionally, the audio design is criticized for being excessively loud and jarring, further undermining the intended atmosphere. Overall, the comedic elements seem to arise from the game's failures rather than intentional humor.
- “The monster is not only not scary looking, but actually funny.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization is generally stable, with no significant performance issues reported. However, it falls short of being a standout in its category, leading some players to feel it may not be worth their time or money.
- “It's definitely not the worst that's out there, but it's far from the best and a total waste of time and money; but hey, surprisingly there are no performance issues.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has not been directly addressed in the reviews, but the overall negative feedback regarding the game's quality, including graphics and gameplay mechanics, suggests that players may feel the game does not provide value for its price. Many users express disappointment with the game's amateurish design and lack of polish, which could lead to concerns about its monetization strategy.