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The Anomaly Experiment

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66%Game Brain Score
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gameplay, story
91% User Score Based on 23 reviews

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The Anomaly Experiment is a single player survival survival game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by AUTHOGIN and was released on April 28, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "The Anomaly Experiment," you’re a prisoner offered freedom in exchange for participating in a drug trial designed to treat memory loss. You must observe changes in experimental rooms and document them to succeed, but as the test progresses, the environment becomes increasingly unsettling. Trusting your own mind is the key to surviving and earning your freedom.

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
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  • The Anomaly Experiment offers a unique twist on the anomaly-spotting genre, combining psychological horror with engaging gameplay mechanics.
  • The game creates a tense atmosphere with a variety of anomalies and threats, keeping players on edge and immersed in the experience.
  • Players appreciate the challenging nature of the game, which requires both observation and quick reflexes to survive while identifying anomalies.
  • Some players find the game overly punishing, with harsh mechanics that can lead to frustration, especially for incorrect guesses.
  • There are inconsistencies in what is considered an anomaly, leading to confusion and unfair deaths during gameplay.
  • The story integration feels weak and does not significantly enhance the overall experience, sometimes slowing down the pacing.
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its punishing mechanics that can lead to frustration, yet this challenge is seen as a part of the experience rather than a flaw. Players appreciate the blend of psychological horror and innovative mechanics, which create a suspenseful atmosphere as they navigate threats and search for anomalies, offering a refreshing take on the genre. Overall, the gameplay is engaging and encourages players to adapt and strategize.

    • “If you're into psychological horror, clever mechanics, and eerie vibes, or even if you're not but want to try something different.”
    • “Sure enough, it was, but the constant suspense keeps me on my toes - there are threats in this game that you have to figure out the mechanics for and avoid while looking for anomalies.”
    • “Having to juggle the two gameplay mechanics brings something new and fresh to the anomaly searching genre; I hope to see more like it!”
    • “The game is almost overly punishing for incorrect guesses, which can be frustrating.”
    • “The constant suspense keeps me on my toes - there are threats in this game that you have to figure out the mechanics for and avoid while looking for anomalies.”
    • “Having to juggle the two gameplay mechanics brings something new and fresh to the anomaly searching genre.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for lacking strong progression and integration, focusing more on the character's mental state rather than contributing to world development. This emphasis on narrative can slow down the pacing significantly, leaving players feeling that the story does not enhance the overall experience.

    • “So far, based on what I've played, there's not a strong story progression as such, but more so revolving around your character's mental state.”
    • “Weak story integration: the story feels emphasized but doesn't provide much to the actual world development.”
    • “In fact, for the sake of the story, it almost slows the pace down to a near halt.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are praised for their quality, but the use of Unity means that high settings demand a powerful PC. While the overall performance is good, some users express concerns about gameplay issues that detract from the experience.

    • “The game has really great potential; performance is very good, and the graphics are stunning.”
    • “The graphics are impressive and contribute significantly to the overall experience of the game.”
    • “The visual design is top-notch, showcasing a vibrant and immersive world.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game received a mixed response, with a score of 7 out of 10. While some users noted a solid attempt at stability, others experienced reality glitches and bugs that detracted from the overall experience.

    • “Score: 7 out of 10 reality glitches—a solid attempt that didn't quite click for me.”
    • “The game is buggy and often crashes during key moments.”
    • “I experienced frequent stability issues that disrupted my gameplay.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its quality, contributing positively to the overall audio experience alongside the graphics and performance. However, some users express concerns about gameplay issues that overshadow the enjoyment of the music.

    • “The music, audio, and graphics are great, showcasing the game's potential.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The music is immersive and adds a lot of depth to the game's atmosphere.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game demonstrates strong performance with impressive music, audio, and graphics; however, critical issues in optimization, particularly during key gameplay moments, hinder the overall experience and prevent a full recommendation.

    • “The game has really great potential, with very good performance, music, audio, and graphics.”
    • “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even in demanding scenarios.”
    • “I appreciate the attention to detail in the optimization, which enhances the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is described as unsettling yet engaging, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience, while the clever puzzles contribute to the overall immersive environment.

    • “The atmosphere is unsettling in the best way, and the puzzles are surprisingly clever.”
    • “The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that keeps you on edge.”
    • “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a deeply engaging and eerie atmosphere.”
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The Anomaly Experiment is a survival survival game with horror and mystery themes.

The Anomaly Experiment is available on PC and Windows.

The Anomaly Experiment was released on April 28, 2025.

The Anomaly Experiment was developed by AUTHOGIN.

The Anomaly Experiment has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

The Anomaly Experiment is a single player game.

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