Static

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Static is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Dogwood Gaming and was released on April 5, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A futuristic psychological thriller escape room adventure taking you through the once full apartment that you are responsible for.

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating cyberpunk narrative with a dark-neon atmosphere that enhances the immersive experience.
Players appreciate the engaging puzzles that complement the story progression without hindering it.
The dynamic between the AI companion and the main character adds depth to the gameplay, making it both charming and unsettling.

Some players experienced performance issues, particularly on older hardware, affecting their overall enjoyment.
The lack of an inventory system made it difficult for players to keep track of items collected during gameplay.
Occasional sound/music issues, such as abrupt silence between loops, detracted from the immersive experience.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a standout feature, set in a captivating cyberpunk world that combines a dark-neon atmosphere with an unsettling narrative. Players uncover the intriguing plot through their voiced AI companion and various logs, piecing together the lives of the tower's victims while navigating puzzles that enhance rather than hinder story progression. Overall, the narrative depth and immersive storytelling elevate the experience beyond a simple escape room premise.
- “The best part of this little game is the story told through your voiced AI companion and logs.”
- “A very intriguing story set in an interesting cyberpunk world, offering a creepy and unsettling narrative that goes beyond the premise of a simple escape room.”
- “The world that this title sets up is intriguing and deep, providing story bits throughout the adventure via written and recorded logs of the victims in the building.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their stylish, neon-dark aesthetic, offering impressive visuals for an indie title that enhance the exploration of the game world. However, some users express a desire for adjustable graphics settings to improve framerate performance. Overall, the game's visuals are recommended as a strong entry into the cyberpunk genre.
- “The visuals are very good for an indie title, stylish and neon-dark.”
- “The graphics are nice and the views from the windows made me want to explore more of what the world had to offer.”
- “I'd recommend it as a good entry into a cyberpunk aesthetic.”
- “Is there a way to edit the graphics settings in order to improve the framerate?”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “I was disappointed by the low resolution textures; they really detract from the overall experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its captivating dark-neon atmosphere that enhances the storytelling without hindering puzzle progression, making it highly recommended for those seeking an immersive experience. Players express a strong desire to engage with the game's atmosphere for a memorable adventure.
- “Great dark-neon moody atmosphere, and the puzzles don't get in the way of the story progression.”
- “Highly recommend for anyone looking for a carefully crafted atmosphere.”
- “I want to try this game out to see if I can get pulled into the atmosphere and have a great experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally appreciated for its quality, but some users noted issues with abrupt silence during loop transitions, which can disrupt the immersive experience.
- “Overall, the music was nice, but at times it seems that when the loop ends, everything suddenly goes silent until it starts up again.”
- “The downsides for me were the sounds and music.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is characterized by the presence of glitches that players must navigate to advance, adding a layer of challenge as they are pursued by a digital demon. Overall, this mechanic suggests a deliberate design choice rather than technical instability.
- “The game is riddled with glitches that make it nearly unplayable.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes that ruined my gaming experience.”
- “The stability issues are so severe that I often lose progress mid-game.”