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The Anomaly Project

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80%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization
80% User Score Based on 444 reviews

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About The Anomaly Project

The Anomaly Project is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Kekdot and was released on November 21, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

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80%Audience ScoreBased on 444 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • Engaging multiplayer co-op gameplay focused on spotting anomalies with friends, creating a fun and tense social experience.
  • Unique blend of psychological horror and observation-based puzzle mechanics, with memorable jump scares and a creepy atmospheric design.
  • Good replayability through numerous subtle and varied anomalies per level, plus regular content updates adding new maps and story elements.
  • Limited content and short playtime with few maps, causing the game to feel repetitive and lacking longevity.
  • Undisclosed use of generative AI for art and voices, along with somewhat inconsistent asset quality and some poor map designs.
  • Lack of tutorial, UI options (like key rebinding or toggles for motion blur and jump scares), and technical issues such as poor optimization, minor bugs, and frustrating mechanics in certain levels.

  • gameplay

    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    14% positive mentions, 78% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions

    The gameplay centers on observation-based mechanics, focusing on spotting subtle anomalies rather than conventional scares or complex puzzles, which creates a tense and psychological experience. While the game offers smooth, unique multiplayer horror puzzle gameplay that appeals to fans of eerie atmospheres and collaborative play, it may feel repetitive, lacking variety and long-term depth, with a steep learning curve and occasional frustration due to minimal guidance. Overall, it’s best suited for short, intense sessions rather than extended play.

    • “Rather than relying on conventional scares or complex gameplay mechanics, it focuses on the tension of observation—of noticing when something isn’t quite right.”
    • “It’s a multiplayer horror puzzle game that combines eerie, liminal spaces with clever observation-based gameplay, and it works really well whether you’re jumping in with friends or playing with strangers online.”
    • “The game masterfully blends psychological horror with an observation-based gameplay loop, rewarding players who pay close attention to their surroundings.”
    • “The gameplay loop ends up being mildly jumpscare-y at best and mind-numbingly boring at worst (which is most of the time).”
    • “Tldr; lack of any tutorial, guide or detailed instructions led to a frustrating experience wondering what I should actually be looking for in a game where that is the entire gameplay.”
    • “Trying to get the right angle to peer into all corners of a giant blocked off (very fun looking) room only adds to the frustrating experience when you’re already not sure where you are supposed to be looking and have not been able to beat a single level in 2 hours of gameplay.”

  • story

    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    36% positive mentions, 52% neutral mentions, 12% negative mentions

    The story mode is generally considered short and somewhat disjointed, with many players finding it random, lacking depth, and poorly executed compared to the rest of the game. While some appreciate its fun and intriguing elements, including interesting characters and lore, others criticize its voice acting, repetitive gameplay, and lack of meaningful progression. Overall, the story adds some structure but often feels underdeveloped and out of place.

    • “The developers have been adding new maps and features regularly, including a story mode that brings more structure and lore into the mix.”
    • “I enjoyed the new story mode; I would enjoy seeing a lot more of that in the future, maybe even more in depth!”
    • “The gameplay is smooth, the story is intriguing, and the visuals are amazing.”
    • “The story mode feels really random and out of place in this game, with boring TTS voice acting, and it kinda feels like a bad attempt at recreating the first level of the game Labyrinthine.”
    • “The story mode was one of the most horrendous experiences of my life.”
    • “Speaking of tackiness, the story mode is just bad, and I have no clue why it's even here.”

  • humor

    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a blend of humor and horror, featuring hilarious jump scares, funny sound effects, and entertaining mini-games that keep players laughing with friends. Its mix of team-based problem solving and unexpected moments creates a fun, lighthearted experience alongside spooky elements. Overall, the humor is praised for enhancing enjoyment and balancing the game's scary aspects.

    • “They have a pachinko mini game which my friends could not stop playing with an automatic scoreboard, which was hilarious.”
    • “Proximity voice chat and team-based problem solving add layers of tension and humor.”
    • “You’re just as likely to find yourself laughing with friends about a misidentified object as you are to be spooked by a hallway that wasn’t there five minutes ago.”

  • graphics

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    23% positive mentions, 54% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The graphics emphasize a liminal, dreamlike atmosphere with a minimalist art style that effectively evokes subtle dread and horror through design rather than high detail. While visually striking and atmospheric, the game suffers from poor optimization, causing high GPU usage and limited customization options. Despite some concerns over low-quality player models and AI-generated art, players appreciate the haunting visuals and colorful, realistic environments.

    • “The design draws heavily from internet culture’s love of 'liminal spaces' and backrooms-style aesthetics, creating the sense that you’re navigating a dream—or a simulation that’s slowly breaking down.”
    • “While not graphically intensive, the art direction succeeds in evoking a subtle kind of dread, one rooted in uncertainty and observation rather than overt terror.”
    • “A really fun liminal multiplayer anomaly game with really realistic and colorful graphics.”
    • “The graphics are concerning since the player model is relatively low quality, the assets in the world are clearly flipped, and the game is horribly optimized.”
    • “It runs your GPU at full power regardless of model - both Nvidia and AMD cards hit 80 to 90 degrees Celsius even on the lowest graphics settings, which makes the game look like something from the early 2000s.”
    • “The user interface is barebones, and customization options for graphics or accessibility are fairly limited.”

  • replayability

    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 30% neutral mentions, 20% negative mentions

    The game offers substantial replayability due to numerous and sometimes randomized anomalies per level, encouraging players to revisit stages for a fresh experience. However, some feel the incentive to replay could be stronger, and a slightly higher difficulty might enhance long-term engagement. Overall, replay value is high and adds to the game's enjoyment despite some concerns about price.

    • “The game has huge replayability, requiring strong observation skills.”
    • “There is a lot of replayability with many anomalies per level, some very hard to catch, so you can replay levels without having the same experience.”
    • “High replay value with randomized anomalies.”
    • “The game is not replayable; even though you would need to replay most of the levels to see all of the anomalies, it doesn't incentivize me to do so.”
    • “The replayability is a little bit lacking but it's worth the price.”

  • atmosphere

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, blending eerie, haunting visuals with a subtle, unsettling horror that evokes a strong sense of isolation and mystery. Its simplicity enhances accessibility, making it ideal for casual or group play while maintaining a captivating and immersive mood. Fans of eerie, mind-bending environments will find the atmosphere particularly compelling.

    • “It's unsettling without being overly graphic, and the atmosphere carries a lot of the horror.”
    • “If you're a fan of eerie atmospheres, mind-bending anomalies, and the thrill of uncovering the unknown, The Anomaly Project is an absolute gem.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is one of its most distinctive traits.”

  • monetization

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    The game's monetization relies on cosmetic microtransactions, which frustrate players who feel it detracts from the overall experience. Many view the monetization as a poorly executed cash grab, especially in the multiplayer aspect, despite the core gameplay being somewhat enjoyable.

    • “This game is an okay singleplayer idea turned into a poorly executed multiplayer cash grab.”
    • “The first thing you notice in this game is that the hub area has microtransactions for cosmetic skins, which is already a bad start.”
    • “Not a good quality game, it feels like it was made for a cash grab.”

  • grinding

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Grinding in the game is frequently described as tedious and repetitive, particularly when upskilling requires repeatedly replaying the same maps. This monotony can lead to frustration, especially for new or casual players, detracting from the overall enjoyment and causing some to quit early.

    • “Climbing said tower becomes tedious and can easily cause players to miss any anomalies in the level.”
    • “We had no way to get help; you can only upskill through grinding a map over and over.”
    • “Knowing that 40 anomalies could be present on a map is not very helpful to new or casual players who just want to have some fun and enjoy the spooky aspects of the game but end up frustrated with the tedious gameplay and quit.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game's music includes some copyright-protected tracks that can cause demonetization on YouTube, and users note a mix of creative compositions alongside reused or possibly AI-generated assets, including recognizable tunes from other games.

    • “Warning to YouTubers: If you plan on uploading a gameplay video to YouTube, be aware that certain songs in the game are copyright protected and you may get an audio claim, basically demonetizing the video.”
    • “The game uses AI-generated music.”
    • “There are some creative choices, but a lot of stolen assets, like the rocket playing the retro soundtrack from a FNAF game in the birthday party room.”

  • optimization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The game's optimization is mixed, with partial Steam Deck support allowing playable handheld performance, but overall it suffers from poor optimization, including low-quality player models and issues with asset rendering.

    • “There’s partial Steam Deck support, and although it may not be fully optimized, it runs well enough for handheld play in most situations.”
    • “The graphics are a bit concerning since the player model is relatively low quality, yet the assets in the world are clearly flipped and the game is horribly optimized.”
    • “The graphics are also a bit concerning since the player model is relatively low quality, yet the assets in the world are clearly flipped and the game is horribly optimized.”

  • stability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game exhibits occasional bugs, visual glitches, and occasional lag in online play, but these issues are generally manageable and are being steadily addressed through updates.

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Play Times

3h Median play time
5h Average play time
2-4h Spent by most gamers
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The Anomaly Project is a casual simulation game with horror and mystery themes. Common tags for The Anomaly Project include first-person, 3D, indie, surreal, psychological and others.

The Anomaly Project is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing The Anomaly Project.

The Anomaly Project was released on November 21, 2024.

The Anomaly Project was developed by Kekdot.

The Anomaly Project has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked The Anomaly Project for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

The Anomaly Project is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include The Exit 8, Labyrinthine, Backrooms: Escape Together, Emissary Zero, The Cabin Factory and others.