The Chills

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The Chills is a single player survival survival game with a horror theme. It was developed by AMAXANG GAMES and was released on February 22, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

The Chills is a 2D Top-Down Survival Horror game based on the paranormal activities experienced by Jim, who lived in a room in one of the most Haunted hotels in America.

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a great atmosphere with some spooky moments that can be enjoyable.
It offers a brief but decent horror experience with a few jump scares that add to the tension.
The developer is responsive to feedback, having quickly implemented an autosave feature after player requests.

The game is extremely short, with most players finishing it in under 30 minutes, leading to a lack of replay value.
The graphics and overall visual quality are very low, resembling a prototype rather than a polished game.
Gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with many areas feeling identical and minimal story development.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The story is minimal and somewhat underdeveloped, focusing on a character's escape from a haunted hotel with little explanation for the events that unfold. While it provides a basic understanding of the premise, the lack of depth and absence of a satisfying conclusion leave players wanting more. Additionally, the game's brevity and lack of save points can lead to frustrating experiences during critical moments.
- “There isn't a lot of story, but what is there gives enough of a picture to understand what's going on.”
- “The background story is about a guy escaping a haunted hotel.”
- “Otherwise, the storyline is very simple: stuff happens without explanation (spooky) and you react to it, all the way trying to get out of the hotel.”
- “The story is also a bit lacking, but for a really quick game, I didn't actually expect much out of it (given, I didn't realize how short the game was before I played it).”
- “Otherwise the storyline is very simple: stuff happens without explanation (spooky) and you react to it, all the way trying to get out of the hotel.”
- “And there's no aftermath, peculiar or otherwise, when the story's over.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
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The game's graphics utilize retro pixel art, which some players feel is outdated compared to modern PC graphics. While the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic indie horror games, and the overall aesthetic is complemented by effective sound and level design that enhances the horror experience.
- “The art style is not the main problem of 'the chills' - it would be even fun if someone made a fun trashy horror game with such graphics, using sound and level design as a tool to create an absurdist atmosphere.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The art style is not the main problem of 'The Chills' - it would be even fun if someone made a fun, trashy horror game with such graphics, using sound and level design as a tool to create an absurdist atmosphere.”
- “The graphics, effects, and music are all reminiscent of many of my favorite indie horror games.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its creepy and engaging qualities, with users noting enjoyable spooky moments and decent horror elements. However, some players express frustration over the inability to adjust sound settings, which they feel are crucial for enhancing the overall atmosphere. The art style is seen as less significant compared to the effective use of sound and level design in creating a chilling experience.
- “Great atmosphere, nice little spooky moments; I had a lot of fun.”
- “Decent horror with pretty good atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is creepy, alright.”
- “Sounds and/or music cannot be turned off or affected separately with the in-game volume controls. For a horror game, I'd argue both are important to have for the atmosphere.”
- “The art style is not the main problem for creating 'the chills' - it would even be fun if someone made a trashy horror game with such graphics, using sound and level design as tools to create an absurdist atmosphere.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The game's replayability is generally considered low, with users indicating that it lacks memorable elements that would encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers so many different paths and choices that I find myself wanting to replay it just to see how different decisions affect the outcome.”
- “Every playthrough feels unique due to the random events and character interactions, making it hard to put down.”
- “With multiple endings and various character builds, I keep coming back to explore new strategies and experiences.”
- “The replay value isn't great.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The gameplay is limited, with users noting that it primarily consists of a brief experience, such as running away from a threat in a dark hallway, lasting only 10-20 minutes. Overall, the gameplay appears to lack depth and variety.
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “I love the variety of challenges and how they keep evolving throughout the game.”
- “The controls are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to immerse yourself in the experience.”
- “The short GIF that is shown of you running away from a creature down a dark hallway is about the only real gameplay that is available.”
- “There are only 10-20 minutes of gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The music in the game effectively contributes to the atmospheric tension typical of indie horror titles, though players note the inability to adjust sound and music levels separately, which could enhance the experience.
- “The graphics, effects, and music are all reminiscent of many of my favorite indie horror games.”
- “The music creates an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “The sound design and music work together beautifully to build tension and evoke emotions.”
- “Sounds and/or music cannot be turned off or affected separately with the in-game volume controls, though for a horror game, I'd argue both are important to have for the atmosphere.”