Tales Beyond The Tomb: The Last Vigil

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In "Tales Beyond The Tomb: The Last Vigil," players step into the role of Nick Harrison, the night guard at Guadalupe Cemetery, expecting a quiet shift. However, as night falls, the cemetery's haunting secrets come to life, immersing players in a photorealistic, high-tension environment. Featuring a VHS aesthetic, player voice interaction, and text-based dialogue, this horror experience pays homage to '80s and '90s classics while delivering dynamic narratives and relentless suspense.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features an immersive atmosphere with great music and sound effects, enhancing the overall experience.
The story is engaging and connects to real-life events, providing a surprising twist that keeps players invested.
The graphics and tension build-up are praised, with many players noting it as one of the best entries in the series.

Several players experienced frustrating gameplay issues, including softlocks and unresponsive controls during critical moments.
The game lacks sufficient graphics options and has performance issues, leading to stuttering regardless of settings.
Some players found the gameplay repetitive and criticized the lack of meaningful tasks, making it feel less engaging than previous installments.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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17%
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging twists and connections to a true story, leading to memorable moments. However, others feel it lacks depth compared to previous installments, suggesting that it could benefit from additional content and clearer direction. Overall, while the narrative is enjoyable and atmospheric, it may not fully satisfy those seeking a more robust story-driven experience.
- “So far the best episode in my opinion, especially when you find out who the story was based on.”
- “As the story goes on, I'm trying to figure out 'who can this be' and I end up with a gasp moment once the connection is made.”
- “The 'true story' it was based on is a popular one yet I didn't guess it until the very end!”
- “Not as good as the other two tales beyond the tomb; not enough story for a story-driven game. It could have been padded out more with some tasks to do, and there are times in the game where you are wondering what to do next.”
- “Not as good as the other two tales beyond the tomb; not enough story for a story-driven game. It could have been padded out more with some tasks to do, and there are times in the game where you are wondering what to do next.”
- “I won't say much at all about the story other than definitely check it out if you enjoy the others. However, there are definitely some things that could be fixed.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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21%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and atmospheric contribution, with many users noting that they enhance the overall experience without needing to be hyper-realistic. However, there are significant complaints about the lack of effective graphics options, as changes often revert to default settings, and some players experience stuttering regardless of the selected graphic settings. Overall, while the visuals are appealing, the customization and performance issues detract from the experience.
- “Nice graphics, no bugs, good voices, no cheap jumpscares, lovely control movement, nice shadows.”
- “The tension and atmosphere are solid, graphics are good and don't need to be realistic, the sounds are also well timed to create fear, and there's always a few silly moments for some laughs and giggles.”
- “This one turned out amazing: a richer story, improved gameplay, amazing graphics and atmosphere, and great performance.”
- “The game has a lot of stutter, regardless of what graphic setting is selected.”
- “There is a 'custom' graphic option, but it's like a placeholder option, as there are no actual settings to adjust when selected.”
- “The graphics, no matter what, anything you change essentially will just set right back to default, which was really annoying.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in this latest entry by 616 Games retains familiar mechanics while introducing enjoyable new features, resulting in a solid overall experience. Although some elements may seem anachronistic given the 1969 setting, they do not detract from the gameplay. While it may not be the best in the series, players appreciate the improved mechanics, graphics, and engaging story.
- “Another solid entry by 616 Games, giving us some of the usual mechanics of the previous games while adding new ones that I enjoyed.”
- “This one turned out amazing: a richer story, improved gameplay, amazing graphics and atmosphere, and great performance.”
- “There were a couple of things that didn't make sense considering this game takes place in 1969, but it's not essential to the gameplay itself and I enjoyed the overall experience.”
- “They still haven't dropped the mic mechanics either.”
- “This definitely isn't the best one of the series, but story-wise, it was still great and enjoyable to play with a little raging at the end for me.”
- “Condensed playthrough for anyone looking to watch gameplay before purchasing.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its solid tension and effective sound design that enhances fear, complemented by good graphics that don't require realism. Reviewers also appreciate the balance of serious moments with lighthearted elements, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience. Overall, the combination of improved gameplay and a richer story further elevates the game's atmospheric quality.
- “The tension and atmosphere are solid, graphics are good and don't need to be realistic, the sounds are also well timed to create fear, and there's always a few silly moments for some laughs and giggles.”
- “This one turned out amazing: a richer story, improved gameplay, amazing graphics and atmosphere, and great performance.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music and sound effects in the game are highly praised for their immersive quality, significantly enhancing the overall experience and contributing to the fun.
- “The music and sound effects made it really immersive, so it was definitely a trip! 100% a ton of fun though.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with users reporting only minor issues. One player noted that a particularly fast quick-time event (QTE) led to confusion, making them feel as though the game was buggy, but this was an isolated incident.
- “The last QTE was way too fast; I seriously thought the game was buggy at some point. It took me ages to get it right.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has received high praise, with users highlighting its impressive performance alongside enhanced graphics, atmosphere, and gameplay. Overall, the improvements contribute to a richer gaming experience.
- “This one turned out amazing: a richer story, improved gameplay, amazing graphics and atmosphere, and great performance.”