Spectre
- October 3, 2016
- Proscenium
Get on Steam"Spectre" is a shooter game with compelling graphics designed for VR, offering both single and multiplayer modes. In single-player, you're a Seeker, exploring an abandoned mansion while being stalked by the Spectre. Multiplayer allows up to four to team as Seekers or Spectres, with the latter using deception tactics. Co-op gameplay encourages Seekers to work together against the elusive Spectre.
Reviews
- The game has a very scary atmosphere with great lighting and graphics.
- The sound design effectively sets a creepy mood, enhancing the overall experience.
- There is potential for fun in multiplayer mode, which could offer a unique gameplay experience.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, making it difficult to play.
- Single-player mode is very limited and often ends too quickly due to the fast-moving spectre.
- The game lacks sufficient content and feels barebones, especially in its current early access state.
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning graphics and immersive design, particularly within the intricately detailed mansion setting. Players note the effective use of lighting and sound, including eerie whispers and noises, which contribute to a genuinely creepy and haunting experience. Overall, the atmosphere is considered one of the game's standout features, making it a compelling choice for fans of horror.
“Where this game really stands out is in the atmosphere; the mansion you wander through looks fantastic, and there aren't too many indie games that can compare to it.”
“The lighting, graphics, and atmosphere are superb!”
“You'll hear whispers and other creepy noises that create a ghostly atmosphere.”
“+ very scary atmosphere”
- graphics5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are highly praised for their quality, with users noting superb lighting and atmospheric design that enhances the overall experience. Many consider it among the best in VR gaming, highlighting the impressive visuals and effective monster design.
“The lighting, graphics, and atmosphere are superb!”
“It has some of the best graphics I have seen in a VR game so far, in my opinion.”
“The game does have great graphics and is very atmospheric for sure!”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Gameplay has received mixed feedback, with players noting limitations in single-player mode, such as non-functional sprinting and unclear commands for interacting with objects. Additionally, the single-player experience is described as short and restrictive, while multiplayer gameplay resembles a hide-and-seek format.
“Multiplayer gameplay is like a game of hide and seek, adding a fun twist to the experience.”
“The single-player mode offers a unique challenge, though it can feel limited at times.”
“The gameplay mechanics are engaging and provide a fresh take on traditional gaming elements.”
“There are also a few issues with gameplay; sprinting doesn't work in singleplayer, and the 'use' and 'open door' commands don't seem to have a purpose yet.”
“Single-player mode is very limited and gameplay is short sometimes.”
“Multiplayer gameplay, I suppose, is like hide and seek.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game generally runs well on older systems, such as a four-year-old iMac, but players should anticipate encountering numerous glitches alongside the intended scares. Overall, while stability may vary, it does not significantly detract from the experience.
“The game runs great on my 4-year-old iMac running OS X 10.6.8.”
“I recommend the game to everyone who would like a scary experience, but expect many glitches and scares!”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted my gameplay and made it frustrating.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is largely criticized for its lack of clarity and depth, with some players noting an absence of narrative elements and explanations regarding key concepts, such as the spectre.
“I found no story elements, nor any explanation for what the spectre is, although they may have been there and I just missed them.”
“The narrative felt disjointed and lacked any real depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“There were so many plot holes that it was difficult to follow the story, leaving me confused and unsatisfied.”
