Tales From Hoia Baciu Forest

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EARLY ACCESSIn 1968, Emil Barnea and his friends are camping in Hoia Baciu Forest when something strange appears in the sky and then his friends disappear. The adventure begins. Tales from Hoia Baciu Forest is a mini-game that will start a new series! Tales From Hoia Baciu is a first-person adventure game free to play. Start an adventure Start an adventure in the famous HOIA BACIU forest in Roma…

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Play Modes

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

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

atmosphere5 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game has a beautiful atmosphere and good graphics, creating an immersive experience.
Despite some bugs, the gameplay is enjoyable and offers a mix of horror and exploration.
It's a free game that shows potential, and many players are excited for future updates and chapters.

The game is plagued with bugs and glitches, making it feel unpolished and sometimes unplayable.
Navigation can be confusing due to a lack of clear objectives and the presence of invisible walls.
The AI is inconsistent, leading to frustrating encounters where enemies behave unpredictably.

atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, enhanced by effective sound design and camera techniques that heighten tension. While the map contributes significantly to the overall ambiance, players express a desire for more interactive elements and lore to deepen the experience. Despite some technical issues, the game's potential for a captivating atmosphere is recognized.
- “Good atmosphere, and the sound design is also a highlight.”
- “Overall, if you enjoy indie games with a creepy atmosphere and shooter elements, give it a go.”
- “Very good game and nice atmosphere!”
- “The atmosphere feels empty and lifeless, lacking the depth and detail that would make the world feel immersive.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of environmental storytelling; the world feels static and uninspired.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, making it hard to feel invested in the story or the characters.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The graphics in the game receive mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the interesting visuals and beautiful environments, including impressive landscapes and atmospheric elements, others find the character models and AI behavior lacking. Overall, the game features a decent graphics interface that enhances the experience, despite some inconsistencies.
- “I do recommend the game, it has amazing graphics, what seems to be a really interesting story, and some cool mechanics.”
- “I loved the map, it has amazing graphics, the mountains were looking great, and the moon with the stars is just beautiful!”
- “Now let's not get me started on the graphics as I just tried 2 other games that were totally lacking and was a bit pleased to see this one had some kind of setting interface.”
- “Now let's not get me started on the graphics, as I just tried two other games that were totally lacking, and I was a bit pleased to see this one had some kind of settings interface.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay features impressive graphics and an intriguing story set in a Romanian forest, but it suffers from clumsy level design, broken mechanics, and frequent crashes. While some players find the survival mechanics engaging, others describe the overall experience as primitive and frustrating.
- “The gameplay was nice, and even better, it was about a forest in Romania (I'm Romanian).”
- “I do recommend the game; it has amazing graphics, what seems to be a really interesting story, and some cool mechanics.”
- “For the average player, this project will seem like a rather primitive set of free assets with clumsy level design and broken mechanics.”
- “The game crashes frequently, and the survival mechanics are strange. I got punched to death by a skin man and couldn't do anything.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its quality and potential, others find it lacking depth and coherence, particularly criticizing the simplistic plot elements. Despite these concerns, the overall presentation and graphics are praised, suggesting that the story could be enhanced further.
- “The quality is admirable and the story is well done.”
- “I do recommend the game; it has amazing graphics, what seems to be a really interesting story, and some cool mechanics.”
- “Not much of a plot, and the AI is either too difficult or too easy.”
- “While the game is free, it is still in need of a backstory; a soldier talking about selling 5 sheep does not count.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as a mix of familiar tropes and unexpected moments, eliciting laughter through both intentional jokes and unintentional absurdity. While some find the humor effective and entertaining, others feel it relies on overused ideas, suggesting that a more original approach could enhance its comedic impact. Overall, the humor is a notable aspect, though opinions on its execution vary.
- “It's not a bad idea in itself - even if the 'I'm sorry' note made me laugh - it's just a very tested and tried idea, and you'd have to bring something extraordinary to the table for it to stick.”
- “This was not due to the game being a quality one, but so poor I could not stop laughing.”
- “Very cool game, I was really scared but it was funny, a review from someone from Cluj who was in Hoia Baciu and can confirm it's not haunted xdd.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users find the game's stability to be lacking, with reports of numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the experience. However, some believe the game's brevity helps mitigate the impact of these issues.
- “The game is too raw and buggy.”
- “It's short, but I think that really makes the glitches less impactful.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game's optimization is generally regarded as good, allowing players to exploit the unoptimized AI behavior of enemies, such as moving out of their line of sight to gain an advantage.
- “The game features good optimization, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “The enemy AI is unoptimized, which lets you load out of their line of sight and safely maneuver behind them.”
- “Due to the unoptimized AI of the enemy, you can load out of their line of sight and safely move behind their back.”
- “The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it frustrating to play even on high-end hardware.”
- “I encountered frequent frame drops and stuttering, which completely ruined the immersion.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is noted for its strong designs, although some characters appear to be inspired by existing works. The immersive environment, particularly the forest setting, enhances the overall experience but does not significantly contribute to character growth.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that truly impact their growth and relationships.”
- “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every interaction feel meaningful and engaging.”