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The Closing Shift

71%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, replayability
71% User Score Based on 62 reviews

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In "The Closing Shift" , you work a late shift at a restaurant despite a local killer on the loose. As you close up alone, the night takes a frightening turn. This first-person experience features immersive sound and requires you to interact with NPCs and objects to complete your shift. Tread carefully as danger lurks around every corner.

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
  • The game offers an immersive atmosphere with captivating sound design that enhances the tension.
  • It's a fun, short, and thrilling indie horror game that provides good jump scares.
  • As a free-to-play title, it delivers a compact and engaging experience, making it ideal for fans of quick horror narratives.
  • The game is very short, taking only about 10-15 minutes to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Many players found the game too dark, making it difficult to navigate and complete objectives.
  • The storyline is minimal and lacks depth, with no significant choices or decisions to make.
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally perceived as short and linear, lacking meaningful choices, which limits player engagement. While the game features impressive graphics and effective jump scares, many reviewers feel that the narrative could be more developed and longer to enhance the overall experience.

    • “The graphics were super good and the story was awesome.”
    • “The story is short with no wiggle room to make different decisions; it's just start, walk around, and click a few things, and done.”
    • “Amazing game, jumpscares were very good, but it was way too dark. When it said to mop the floor, I spent like 30 minutes trying to find it just to pick things up off the floor. Great jumpscares though, but not much of a storyline; it should also be longer.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a tense atmosphere and engaging mechanics that effectively keep players hooked, featuring a few well-placed jump scares to enhance the experience. Overall, it is described as straightforward yet captivating.

    • “Tense gameplay with a couple of good jumps worked in.”
    • “Gameplay & atmosphere.”
    • “Straightforward yet engaging gameplay that keeps you hooked.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are highly praised for their stunning visuals and intricate character designs, contributing significantly to the overall experience of the game. Reviewers express excitement for future developments from the creator, Alexi, highlighting the impressive quality of the graphics as a standout feature.

    • “Everything from the complexity of the characters to the stunning visuals was impeccably done, and I can't wait to see what else Alexi has in store for us.”
    • “The graphics were super good and the story was awesome.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its immersive quality, enhanced by captivating sound design and a chilling sense of tension that draws players into the experience.

    • “✅ Immersive atmosphere with captivating sound and chilling tension.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users generally find the game's replayability to be high, citing various factors such as multiple endings, diverse character choices, and dynamic gameplay elements that encourage players to experience the game multiple times. The length of the game also contributes positively, as it offers enough content to warrant repeated playthroughs without feeling repetitive. Overall, players appreciate the depth and variety that enhance the game's longevity.

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