Thalassophobia
- July 24, 2021
- Thuleanpanteon
Get on SteamThalassophobia - 2D game that combines survival and roguelike features. A desperate struggle for the survival of the crew and battles with gigantic creatures, inspired by the pantheon of Lovecraft's monsters awaits you.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique concept and art style that many players find appealing.
- There are moments that show potential and effort from the developer, indicating a passion for the project.
- The game has a Lovecraftian aesthetic that resonates with fans of retro-indie games.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, making it frustrating and borderline unplayable.
- The user interface is broken and confusing, leading to a poor overall experience.
- Gameplay mechanics are unclear, and the lack of guidance makes it difficult for players to progress.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Thalassophobia is marred by a confusing user interface, unclear controls, and numerous bugs, making it a frustrating experience for players. While the art style and concept are appreciated, the overall mechanics are difficult to grasp, leading to a perception of the game as borderline unplayable despite some recognition of the developer's effort.
“Concept, art style, and monsters are cool; gameplay mechanics are confusing and the UI is broken, but it's a nice game nonetheless.”
“It took me about 15 minutes to learn the mechanics, and I'm still not sure I have all of it after an hour of playing.”
“I really tried to see Thalassophobia in a positive light, but that isn't easy. I love the feeling of it and the art style, but the amount of bugs makes it a terrifyingly bad experience. The game reminds me a lot of Barotrauma and it goes for a similar gameplay loop which I would love to see actually working. I won't say the game is good, not at all. The trash UI, confusing controls and progression, as well as a huge pile of bugs, make this game borderline unplayable. Unfortunately, I can't give it a higher score than 2/10.”
“It took me about 15 minutes to learn the mechanics and I'm still not sure I have all of it after an hour of playing.”
“The gameplay is plagued by a confusing interface and numerous bugs that hinder the overall experience.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their unique art style and retro-indie aesthetic, contributing to an engaging atmosphere. However, numerous bugs and a poorly designed user interface significantly detract from the overall experience, making the game feel nearly unplayable despite its visual appeal. Overall, while the artistic elements show promise, technical issues overshadow the graphics' potential.
“Concept, art style, and monsters are cool; gameplay mechanics are confusing and the UI is broken, but it's a nice game nonetheless.”
“Aesthetically, it reminds me of retro-indie games.”
“I really tried to see Thalassophobia in a positive light, but that isn't easy. I love the feeling of it and the art style, but the amount of bugs makes it a terrifyingly bad experience. The game reminds me a lot of Barotrauma and it goes for a similar gameplay loop which I would love to see actually working. I won't say the game is good, not at all. The trash UI, confusing controls and progression, as well as a huge pile of bugs, make this game borderline unplayable. Unfortunately, I can't give it a higher score than 2/10.”
“The graphics are reminiscent of retro-indie games, which may not appeal to everyone.”
“The art style has potential, but the execution is marred by numerous graphical issues.”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story begins with an intriguing setup involving Germans and occult themes, but quickly devolves into a confusing and disorganized presentation. Players report a chaotic mix of backstory, tooltips, and loading screen text that detracts from the overall narrative experience.
“In the beginning, the game tries to show you some photos with some text about the Germans and occult themes, but then it seamlessly transitions from giving you the backstory to the main gameplay.”
“You will see slides with backstory, tooltips, and loading screen text that help to set the scene and explain what is going on.”
“The game provides various forms of storytelling through slides, tooltips, and loading screens, which contribute to the overall narrative experience.”
“In the beginning, the game tries to show you some photos with some text about the Germans and occult stuff, but then it seamlessly transitions from giving you the backstory to being a complete mess.”
“You will see slides with backstory, tooltips, loading screen text, backstory... what is going on?”
“The game bombards you with slides of backstory, tooltips, and loading screen text, leaving you confused about what is actually happening.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users report that the game has several known glitches that can affect gameplay, leading to occasional instability. While some players find these issues manageable, others express frustration with their frequency and impact on the overall experience.
“The game is plagued by known glitches that disrupt the overall experience.”
“Frequent crashes and bugs make it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
“There are numerous stability issues that need to be addressed for a smoother experience.”
