The Chaput's Baby

54%
Game Brain Score Based on 19 reviews
  • stability
  • story
  • atmosphere
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In "The Chaput's Baby," play as Samantha, a babysitter for the Chaput family's mysterious baby, who reside in a church-turned-home filled with dark secrets. As unsettling events unfold, you'll tackle chores, feed the enigmatic infant, and explore hidden secrets. With guidance from an anonymous caller, you'll strive to uncover the truth and banish the sinister presence haunting the Chaputs.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

54%
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
story positive mentions
stability negative mentions
  • The game features nice levels of tension and creepiness, with a unique visual style and good sound design that enhances the atmosphere.
  • Despite being a solo developer's first project, a lot of effort was put into the game, resulting in enjoyable gameplay with straightforward puzzles that maintain pacing.
  • The game offers fun jump scares and an intriguing story, making it a solid choice for both newcomers and veterans of the horror genre.
  • The game is plagued by bugs, including soft locks and performance issues, which can disrupt the experience and require restarts.
  • The narrative is often incoherent, with grammar issues and unclear objectives that can confuse players.
  • Some players found the game too dark, making it difficult to navigate, and the lack of audio settings contributed to an overall frustrating experience.
  • stability6 mentions

    The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, particularly towards the end, with frequent bugs, freezing, and unresponsiveness. While some players managed to complete it despite these problems, the overall experience is marred by technical glitches that detract from gameplay.

    • “The game freezes up and sometimes is unresponsive to 'E.' I had to uninstall and reinstall to proceed forward for the last 2 achievements.”
    • “It's super buggy, with 0 atmosphere. Don't play, good games.”
    • “Totally recommended for $2.50, but it is a bit buggy, and smashing 'R' at the end wasn't nice.”
  • story5 mentions

    The game's story is engaging and features interesting lore, complemented by effective jump scares and a thrilling finale. However, it suffers from a broad and loose narrative structure that can leave players unclear about their next steps, despite its fun and creepy twists. Overall, while the story has its flaws, it is crafted with care and offers tense moments that enhance the experience.

    • “It's a fun little story with some good creepy twists and an amazing finale I don't want to spoil, but it's just brilliant.”
    • “However, the jump scares were good and the story is interesting.”
    • “Now on to the good stuff, the game has a decent plot as mentioned before and some tense moments when running from enemies in the house (you can hide in closets from them, etc.).”
    • “The story is really broad and loose, making it unclear what to do next.”
    • “The narrative lacks focus, leaving players confused about their objectives.”
    • “The plot feels disjointed and fails to engage, resulting in a frustrating experience.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is generally described as tense and creepy, with effective jump scares that enhance the experience. While some players note significant bugs that detract from the overall ambiance, others appreciate the heart and effort invested in creating a haunting environment. Overall, the atmosphere is a mixed bag, with some finding it engaging and others feeling it falls short.

    • “I wouldn't consider this game scary, but more atmospheric and tense when it wants to be.”
    • “But the atmosphere and monsters are creepy, and there's definitely one good jump scare in here that feels earned and is effective.”
    • “This game has a few bugs, but you can really see the heart and soul put into it, plus a really creepy atmosphere!”
    • “Super buggy, 0 atmosphere. Don't play games.”
    • “This game has a few bugs, but you can really see the heart and soul put into it, plus a really creepy atmosphere!”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by easy mechanics and offers a fun indie horror experience with decent scares and strong chase sequences. Players can expect about an hour of playtime, with additional time needed to collect all items, showcasing the developer's impressive work given their limited resources.

    • “The game features easy-to-understand mechanics that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “Overall, the game provides decent gameplay, good scares, strong chase sequences, and is a fun little indie horror experience that will take about an hour to complete (longer if you want to find all the collectibles). The developer should be really proud of what they accomplished with limited resources.”
    • “The gameplay is engaging and offers a thrilling experience for players.”
    • “The gameplay feels overly simplistic and lacks depth.”
    • “The mechanics are easy to grasp, but they quickly become repetitive.”
    • “There is a noticeable lack of challenge, making the gameplay feel dull.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The game's graphics are praised for their art style and detailed environments, showcasing a strong visual appeal crafted with care. However, some flaws are noted, indicating that while the visuals are enjoyable, they are not without shortcomings.

    • “There's a lot here to enjoy, from the visuals to the story and lore. The game is built up relatively competently, and it's all made with love, though it is definitely not without its flaws.”
    • “The good: I enjoyed the art style and the numerous details in the environments and characters.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users noting poor performance and minor bugs. However, many still find it to be a commendable effort, especially given that it is the developer's first project.

    • “Performance can be quite bad.”
    • “Not super optimized; there are some minor bugs, but overall it's a pretty great game, especially considering it's the dev's first project.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of silliness and horror, successfully eliciting laughter from players at various moments.

    • “Perfect if you like a bit of silliness with your horror games; it made me laugh a few times.”
    • “The humor is spot on, blending perfectly with the game's dark themes.”
    • “I found myself chuckling at the witty dialogue and absurd situations throughout the game.”
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