The 8th Day
- July 19, 2019
- Tainted Games
Get on SteamTrapped in an abandoned asylum. The only feeling of safety is light. You hit a dead-end and must turn around, but behind every corner lurks an evil presence and horrifying noises...
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a creepy atmosphere that can send chills through players, reminiscent of classic horror titles.
- There is potential for improvement, and some players are optimistic about future updates enhancing gameplay and graphics.
- The sanity mechanic adds an interesting layer to the gameplay, creating tension as players navigate the environment.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, making it largely unplayable for many users.
- Controls are inconsistent, with issues such as camera locking and unresponsive action buttons, leading to frustration.
- The graphics and overall design feel underwhelming, lacking the polish expected from a modern horror game.
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as having a mix of tension and immersion, with some players feeling on edge due to its scary elements. However, issues like atmosphere glitches and cheap jump scares detract from the overall experience, indicating a need for significant polishing to enhance immersion.
“Atmosphere glitches that break immersion.”
“The game has a scary atmosphere and I was on edge most of the time.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics have been described as underwhelming, reminiscent of older titles like Resident Evil 1, despite the game utilizing Unreal Engine. Reviewers express disappointment in the visual quality and suggest that improvements could significantly enhance the overall experience.
“The AI is bad, the graphics are worse, and none of the functions actually work as intended.”
“For a game using Unreal, the graphics are perhaps a little underwhelming; think Resident Evil 1-ish.”
“I would give this game a 6/10, though it has potential to go beyond with improvements to graphics, settings menu, and action key working correctly.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Gameplay has received mixed reviews, with criticism aimed at the poor AI behavior of enemies, who often remain passive during encounters. Additionally, players have noted a lack of guidance on combat mechanics, leading to initial confusion. However, recent updates have reportedly improved gameplay mechanics significantly.
“There has been huge amounts of progress over the last few weeks that enhance the overall gameplay mechanics, but don't take my word for it, feel free to check it out for yourself in part 1 and 2 of the video progress update.”
“The AI for the enemies is terrible; they just stand there staring at you while you burn them with the flashlight. Additionally, the fighting mechanics are never explained, leaving you clueless about what to do at first.”
“The gameplay mechanics have seen significant improvements over the last few weeks, but you should check out parts 1 and 2 of the video progress update to see for yourself.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is currently criticized for being plagued by numerous bugs, which significantly disrupt the gameplay experience and immersion.
“As it stands right now, the 8th day is nothing short of a buggy mess.”
“Atmosphere glitches that break immersion.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for being sparse and lacking depth, with many feeling that the game appears abandoned and relies on generic assets.
“The story is sparse, the assets are a dime-a-dozen, and it honestly looks as though the game is abandoned at this point.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, typical of low-cost titles from lesser-known developers, with users expressing disappointment over perceived insincerity in the game's value proposition.
“That being said, it's not really unexpected anymore on Steam from a no-name developer on a game that costs a buck; just another cash grab-and-run backed by a plethora of lame excuses.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with essential features locked behind paywalls that make the game frustrating to enjoy without spending extra money.”
“It's disappointing to see a game with such potential resort to aggressive monetization tactics that overshadow the gameplay experience.”
