Spectral Scream

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 146 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • stability
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In "Spectral Scream" , players are lured by a flyer to retrieve the Core of Purgatory while wearing mysterious animal masks. As they navigate through Purgatory, they confront creatures to seal off gates and increase rewards, while dealing with ghosts that appear at any time. The game supports online multiplayer with up to 4 friends to ensure freedom from the creatures.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 146 reviews
humor10 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • The game is a lot of fun, especially when played with friends, providing a thrilling experience filled with jump scares.
  • Recent updates have improved gameplay, making it more enjoyable and accessible, with a unique concept that keeps players engaged.
  • The atmosphere and monster designs are well-executed, creating a creepy and immersive environment that enhances the horror experience.
  • The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues, particularly in VR, making it frustrating and sometimes unplayable.
  • There is a lack of tutorials and guidance, leaving players confused about gameplay mechanics and objectives.
  • Some players find the difficulty level too high, especially for solo play, which can lead to a frustrating experience.
  • gameplay11 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is praised for its electrifying and immersive qualities, with developers recognized for their dedication to mechanics. However, some users noted a need for updates to stabilize the experience and improve tutorials, while one user reported being unable to engage with the game at all. New environments and challenges are suggested to enhance replayability and keep the experience fresh.

    • “Really proud of this game's developers--very clear that they put a lot of love into the mechanics and gameplay.”
    • “Its intense, immersive gameplay and eerie atmosphere make for an unforgettable experience.”
    • “If they could bring out a few updates and stabilize the gameplay, this could potentially be a big multiplayer game.”
    • “And well, I have no idea what the gameplay is like... I wasn't actually able to move in the game, so couldn't even start playing.”
    • “The gameplay is electrifying!”
  • humor10 mentions

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, blending fear and laughter seamlessly, especially in co-op play with friends. Players report a mix of hilarious moments and dark comedy, making for an entertaining experience that keeps them engaged and laughing, even amidst the scares. Overall, the game's ability to evoke both screams and laughter enhances its fun factor significantly.

    • “The game's fun factor literally explodes when you're chuckling, screaming, and panicking with your buddies.”
    • “This game is very scary, very funny, very dark, and very cool!”
    • “The game is super hard and challenging, but it has me on my belly laughing at other players running and saving their friends.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, lobby problems, and rendering glitches that detract from the overall experience. Players report difficulties in joining games and experiencing lag, particularly in VR mode, leading to a frustrating gameplay environment. While there are some minor glitches, the overall impression is that the game is a "buggy/laggy mess."

    • “So buggy, huge lobby problems; I can't join people, and when I do join, I get left behind when we all ready up.”
    • “It's buggy, and if you want to play this in VR, you will not have a good time.”
    • “The graphics look absolutely terrible, with rendering issues and an overall buggy/laggy mess.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The game's graphics receive mixed reviews, with some praising its beautiful art style and immersive environments that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticize it for rendering issues and a buggy performance that detracts from the overall enjoyment.

    • “The gameplay itself is decent, and the art style is awesome.”
    • “Its environment, immersive sailing, and beautiful graphics made this game a pure joy to play, explore, and experience.”
    • “The game excels in creating a haunting atmosphere with dark, atmospheric visuals and eerie sound effects.”
    • “The graphics look absolutely terrible, with rendering issues and an overall buggy, laggy mess.”
  • story5 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for more detailed explanations about items and missions to enhance engagement. The limited controls available on different VR headsets also hinder the storytelling experience, suggesting that the narrative could benefit from a more accessible design.

    • “I think it would be even more interesting if simple explanations were added about the items or missions to earn extra money during the game.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game is praised for its haunting and eerie atmosphere, enhanced by dark visuals and unsettling sound effects, which contribute to an intense and immersive experience. Players recommend enjoying it with friends, as it can be particularly terrifying when played alone at night. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that adds to the game's memorable and thrilling nature.

    • “This game is great and so much fun with friends; it has an eerie atmosphere. I highly recommend this game, but I advise against playing when it's nighttime and you are alone. It is absolutely terrifying unless you aren't afraid of ghosts and have nerves of steel.”
    • “The game excels in creating a haunting atmosphere with dark, atmospheric visuals and eerie sound effects.”
    • “Its intense, immersive gameplay and eerie atmosphere make for an unforgettable experience.”
    • “The tense atmosphere and various unexpected situations were very interesting.”
    • “Graphics and atmosphere:”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's strategic elements, noting that the ease of finding or missing stage completion clues enhances its replayability, encouraging multiple playthroughs to explore different strategies.

    • “The stage completion clues are easy to find or miss, which adds good strategic points and enhances the game's replayability.”
    • “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, making me want to dive back in for more.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the experience fresh, encouraging multiple runs to explore all possibilities.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a strong sense of camaraderie and connection while playing, highlighting the emotional impact of teamwork and shared experiences in overcoming challenges together.

    • “Playing this game made me feel like I'm part of a squad, vibing with my new homies, and facing challenges together like bosses.”
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