Supernatural
- July 15, 2024
- Hitori De Productions
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Supernatural" is a single-player action game with good graphics. As a fearless detective, you communicate with a supernatural entity using your microphone and solve non-repetitive logical puzzles to uncover one of three endings. With the use of cameras, locate paranormal events to aid in unraveling the mystery of a housemaid's disappearance. Your every action and volume affects the intensity of the game's events, leading to a unique and suspenseful experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features impressive graphics and a chilling atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
- Some players found the jump scares effective and enjoyed the unique microphone mechanic for interacting with the ghost.
- Despite its flaws, many appreciated the effort of a solo developer and found the game entertaining for its price.
- The game suffers from poor execution, with a confusing storyline and repetitive gameplay that detracts from the horror experience.
- Voice recognition features are unreliable, leading to frustration as players can be killed without provocation.
- Many players reported bugs, crashes, and a lack of save points, making the gameplay experience tedious and frustrating.
- story136 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it incoherent and full of holes, often feeling like it was poorly written or generated by AI. While some appreciated the atmosphere and found the narrative engaging enough to keep them interested, others criticized it for being shallow and predictable, with repetitive gameplay that detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the story is seen as a weak point, lacking depth and clarity, but it still manages to captivate some players within the horror genre.
“From the moment I started playing, I was captivated by its chilling atmosphere and immersive storytelling.”
“The storyline, though not groundbreaking, is compelling enough to keep you engaged, and the environmental design effectively sets the mood.”
“If you love a good scare and a great story, this game should be at the top of your list.”
“The storyline doesn't make a lot of sense, even finishing through to the end (I got the 'good ending').”
“As others have pointed out, the story makes absolutely no sense, nothing adds up.”
“The story has to be AI-generated or the worst translation I've ever seen.”
- gameplay70 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of opinions, with some praising the innovative microphone mechanic and smooth controls, while others criticize the repetitive nature of tasks and lack of originality compared to the previous installment. Many players found the gameplay to be uninspired, often reduced to collecting items and solving similar puzzles, which detracted from the horror experience. Overall, while the graphics and sound design received high marks, the gameplay itself was seen as a significant drawback, leading to a lack of immersion and excitement.
“The innovation and creativity are evident, especially in the use of the microphone mechanic, which adds a fresh twist to the horror genre.”
“What I think sets Supernormal apart is its unique gameplay mechanics.”
“The game brilliantly combines elements of classic horror with a fun and engaging gameplay experience.”
“Tl;dr: the game looks amazing, the sound design is amazing, the story is pretty good and the gameplay sucks.”
“Having the exact same puzzles, same gameplay, same graphics, and same problems as the first episode, the game is never scary, never horrific, never intriguing, never interesting, and only manages to have good graphics (that aren't that good in the Unreal Engine 5 era).”
“The game is sold as a 'horror experience' but the audio is not great, the scenery is lazy, the gameplay isn't immersive, the story is poorly written, graphics have no art direction, animations are ugly, and the mic feature is just present to surf on the Phasmophobia audio trend, making the game a poor experience.”
- graphics69 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising their stunning quality and attention to detail, often highlighting the photorealistic environments that enhance the overall atmosphere. While some players noted that the graphics are a standout feature amidst a lackluster gameplay experience, others felt that they were impressive but not groundbreaking compared to other titles utilizing modern engines like Unreal Engine 5. Overall, the visuals are consistently described as a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's eerie ambiance and immersive experience.
“The game's graphics are stunning, with detailed environments that add to the eerie ambiance.”
“A very phenomenal ghost hunting experience with some of the most realistic graphics I've ever seen in a game, period.”
“The graphics are absolutely amazing and you can truly tell this game has a lot of work put into it.”
“Having the exact same 'puzzles', same gameplay, same graphics and same problems as the first episode, the game is never scary, never horrific, never intriguing, never interesting, and only manages to have good graphics (that aren't that good in the Unreal Engine 5 era).”
“The game is sold as a 'horror experience' but the audio is not great, the scenery is lazy, the gameplay isn't immersive, the story is poorly written, graphics have no art direction, animations are ugly, and the mic feature is just present to surf on the Phasmophobia audio trend, making the game a poor experience.”
“Graphics, environment, and entity are all well done, but the design and purpose of the game are so poorly overlooked.”
- atmosphere28 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its chilling and immersive qualities, enhanced by exceptional sound design and well-timed scares that create a thick tension throughout. Players appreciate the creepy ambiance and engaging storytelling, although some note that the scares can become repetitive over time. Overall, the graphics and atmosphere stand out as the game's strongest elements, contributing to a haunting experience.
“The atmosphere is thick with tension, the scares are well-timed, and the use of audio cues is exceptional.”
“From the moment I started playing, I was captivated by its chilling atmosphere and immersive storytelling.”
“As you navigate through the eerie mansion, every shadow and creak adds to the suspense, making for an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
“I guess the general atmosphere is pretty creepy at times, I got jumpscared a few times but they become very repetitive and annoying after a while.”
“Graphics are great and the atmosphere is amazing, but it gets repetitive very fast.”
“The entity in the original game had more prominent relevance to the gameplay and helped create the atmosphere well, but this granny has almost no such animations except for peeking around the corners.”
- optimization25 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players experiencing significant performance issues, including low frame rates and lag even on recommended hardware. Despite the potential of the game, many feel that the current state hampers enjoyment, and adjustments to settings do not yield improvements. While some users express understanding given the game's development by a single individual, the consensus is that substantial optimization is needed for a smoother experience.
“However, smoother performance would undoubtedly enhance the overall enjoyment and immersion.”
“I liked it, but the game needs more optimization.”
“Considering the game is the product of a single developer, I tried to be lenient regarding performance issues.”
“Supernatural is a game with immense potential, marred by some frustrating design choices and performance issues.”
“The optimization is really bad even after the patch; especially when moving around in the living room, performance drops like crazy. I couldn't even keep playing. I'm not gonna give the dev a hard time; I know he's only one person and the game looks crazy. Hopefully, it gets fixed.”
“Game constantly ran at very low FPS even though I'm above the recommended specs - I had to optimize it to ultra performance just to get anything stable, and at that point, the game was so blurry it wasn't enjoyable.”
- stability16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- -6 % neutral mentions
- 88 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been a mixed experience for players, with initial reports of significant glitches and buggy controls, particularly on launch day. However, many users noted improvements after updates, leading to a more stable performance overall. While some minor issues persist, they generally do not detract from the core gameplay experience.
“After some updates, the game runs great!”
“The stability has improved significantly with the latest patches.”
“I appreciate how smooth the gameplay has become after the recent updates.”
“It's a buggy mess with a very disappointing ending, without spoiling anything.”
“On top of that, the game is buggy and runs like complete dog water unless you own a NASA computer.”
“The settings menu is also a little buggy with settings not saving.”
- humor10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of funny and scary, with players often finding themselves laughing at their own reactions rather than being genuinely frightened. While some users enjoyed the comedic aspects, others criticized the gameplay for being unfunny and poorly directed, suggesting that the humor might be better experienced through watching others play rather than engaging with the game directly. Overall, the humor seems to resonate more in a social context rather than as a core feature of the game itself.
“Was very funny and scary to play at the same time.”
“My followers were telling me to turn around in real life to scare me, it was hilarious.”
“I did a video on YouTube and my followers were laughing at me so hard because I was not scared at all; instead, I made the game funny as heck! I destroyed the meaning of the game, oops, but I highly recommend it. This game is amazing!”
“Bad performance, unfunny gameplay, and lack of direction.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the repetitive nature of puzzles and the cumbersome controls that require multiple taps instead of a simple hold. The final moments of the game also contribute to this feeling of tedium, making the overall experience feel drawn out and less engaging.
“Puzzles are boring and tedious.”
“All my other complaints will still stand though, and honestly with the fuses, I'd recommend taking out like four to six of them just to make searching pitch black rooms for something the size of a cup less tedious.”
“The final 15 minutes of the game were genuinely tedious and felt out of place.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and ambient sounds in the game are highly effective, creating an anxiety-inducing atmosphere that enhances the overall scare factor. Players have noted that the eerie noises, particularly those made by the ghost, significantly contribute to the game's tension and fear.
“The ambient sounds, music, and the eerie noises the ghost makes all contribute to an anxiety-inducing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
“The combination of ambient sounds and music creates a surprisingly intense and immersive atmosphere that heightens the fear factor.”
