STRANGER

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STRANGER is a single player survival strategy game with horror, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by Lost Frame Development and was released on August 11, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"STRANGER is a first-person survival horror game with native VR support, where you defend your house against a mysterious intruder and uncover a larger story. Choose from various game modes, difficulty levels, and maps to customize your experience. The game utilizes realistic graphics, spatial audio, and the UNREAL ENGINE 5 for a high-quality and immersive experience."

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Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

emotional3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a strong atmosphere that effectively builds tension and provides a unique horror experience.
It offers a fun and challenging gameplay loop, especially in higher difficulty levels, keeping players engaged.
The ability to mod in custom images for the killer adds a humorous and personal touch to the game.

The game is very short, with many players feeling they completed it in under an hour, leading to a lack of content.
Gameplay mechanics can feel frustrating, particularly with the stranger's teleportation and the stamina system hindering movement.
The VR experience is limited, with issues such as poor visibility in dark areas and menus not being accessible in VR.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally considered basic and simplistic, with some users suggesting the addition of more complex mechanics to enhance the experience. While the core gameplay is enjoyable, especially in VR, the overall mechanics are viewed as fair but lacking depth, leading some to feel the game is only worth a lower price point.
- “Mechanics are fair and there is a power dynamic between you and your nemesis.”
- “While the game's menus are not in VR yet, meaning I have to click through the menus with the mouse then put on my headset to play, the core gameplay is great in VR.”
- “In my opinion, the gameplay is too basic.”
- “This is more like a $5 USD game tops given how basic the gameplay is.”
- “In all seriousness, the gameplay loop is simple and easy to learn.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews; some players found them to be "meh," while others praised them as "quite good" and reminiscent of titles like Dead by Daylight. The cartoonish style was noted as fitting for the game's atmosphere, contributing to its overall appeal. Despite some criticisms, many players appreciated the visual elements as part of an engaging experience.
- “Also, the graphics are quite good.”
- “Awesome game with a lot of good graphics and a lot of replayability; the game itself gives a very good scare and a very fun time.”
- “The graphics are cartoonish, but it still doesn't feel out of place.”
- “Reminds me a lot of Dead by Daylight graphics.”
- “Jump scares are meh, the graphics are meh, the music/sounds are pretty okay, but the game is very short and just feels like I did everything in 30 minutes.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story centers around the tension of defending against a home invader, creating an engaging and somewhat frightening experience. Reviewers appreciate its depth, noting that it avoids clichéd jump scares and cheap storytelling, particularly enhanced by the immersive VR interaction on the Meta Quest 2.
- “In my eyes, this game surpasses so many indie horror games because it doesn't focus on cheap jump scares or poor storytelling.”
- “The story of defending against a home invader is interesting and also a bit scary.”
- “In my eyes, Stranger surpasses so many indie horror games because it doesn't focus on cheap jump scares or poor storytelling.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is generally described as spooky and creepy, effectively contributing to the horror experience, though it may not be particularly scary or filled with jump scares. Overall, it accomplishes its intended mood, earning some positive notes from users.
- “The atmosphere in this horror game feels really creepy, with not too many jump scares, which is a special plus for me.”
- “The atmosphere isn't particularly scary either; however, it does the job.”
- “This isn't it; the atmosphere is pretty spooky, but that's about it.”
- “The atmosphere in this horror feels really creepy, not so many screamers, special plus from me for this.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing suspenseful moments and contributing to the overall atmosphere. While some players find the sound design effective, others feel the game is too short to fully appreciate it. Overall, the music plays a crucial role in gameplay, aiding in strategy and immersion.
- “The music is nice and seemingly plays at the right time to make moments even more suspenseful.”
- “You have to strategize finding where the stranger is through various means like sounds, music, visuals + powering the house back on and turning off the TV.”
- “Jump scares are meh, the graphics are meh, the music and sounds are pretty okay, but the game is very short and just feels like I did everything in 30 minutes. Props to the single developer and congrats, but unfortunately.”
- “You have to strategize finding where the stranger is through various means like sounds, music, visuals, powering the house back on, and turning off the TV.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its ability to challenge players' emotional stability, particularly for newcomers to VR, suggesting a strong impact on the emotional experience during gameplay.
- “This is definitely one of those games that can challenge a new VR player's emotional stability.”
- “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; I felt so connected to the characters.”
- “Every decision I made had a profound impact on the narrative, making me truly reflect on my choices.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting that it offers a fun experience with engaging graphics and a thrilling atmosphere. The combination of enjoyable gameplay and the potential for repeated playthroughs contributes to its lasting appeal.
- “Great game, having tons of fun and lots of replayability.”
- “Awesome game with a lot of good graphics and a lot of replayability. The game itself provides a very good scare and a very fun time.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, often finding it amusing enough to incorporate elements like silly cat PNGs into their interactions, enhancing their overall enjoyment.
- “I found myself adding silly cat PNGs that I use as emotes on Discord, and that was really hilarious.”