The Horrorscope
- March 9, 2020
- Randumb Studios
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"The Horrorscope" is a psychological-simulation game with horror elements, classified as a social experiment. Players dive into their own psyche by answering a series of potentially uncomfortable questions, with the goal of unlocking their mind and gaining new insights about themselves. The game offers a unique experience for both content creators and solo players.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game creates a creepy atmosphere that effectively unnerves players.
- Many players found the questions thought-provoking and reflective of their inner fears.
- The concept of linking secret words to future projects intrigues players and keeps them engaged.
- Several questions were repeated from 'The Test', leading to a sense of redundancy.
- Some questions were poorly worded, making it difficult to answer appropriately.
- Many players felt the endings were unsatisfying and lacked the depth of 'The Test'.
- atmosphere32 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, effectively creating a sense of unease and foreboding that enhances the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the combination of unsettling music, mysterious visuals, and thought-provoking questions that contribute to a tense and introspective environment. While some find it more relaxing than frightening, the overall consensus is that the atmosphere is a standout feature that captivates and engages players.
“The game itself was very immersive and the eerie atmosphere added to my anxiousness while I deeply thought about honest answers to the questions I was being asked.”
“Such an amazing atmosphere that really messes with your head.”
“I found the questions interesting, the atmosphere and music that plays during your line of questioning is both unsettling and steady at the same time.”
“The atmosphere is tense and the questions are nosy.”
“It has an unnerving atmosphere and creepy music.”
“If you are really, really weak to horror themes you might get something out of this, but atmosphere or interaction wise this is just a weak attempt for actual horror.”
- music19 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently described as eerie and unsettling, effectively setting a spooky atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. While some players noted the repetitiveness of the soundtrack, many appreciated its ability to evoke feelings of unease and tension, contributing positively to the game's ambiance. Overall, the combination of creepy music and engaging questions creates a captivating and entertaining experience for players.
“I really enjoy the music and the time thinking about the questions and which answer is correct.”
“The music was very pleasant to listen to and I certainly can say I enjoyed my experience.”
“The art style is very pretty, the sprites are quite cute, and the soundtrack sets the mood perfectly.”
“The music is repetitive--basically just one loop--but simple enough that it doesn't get annoying.”
“It was short, and the only thing that made me really unnerved was the creepy background music.”
“It has an unnerving atmosphere and creepy music.”
- emotional14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, often feeling uneasy, spooked, or paranoid, which enhances their engagement with the experience. Many express that the game's unsettling questions and scenarios evoke genuine discomfort, contributing to a deeper connection with their own feelings and surroundings. Some even mention moments of vulnerability, such as crying at the ending, highlighting the game's ability to elicit a wide range of emotions.
“This game made me feel so uncomfortable that I need to get up and look around my room.”
“There are questions here that legitimately made me feel uncomfortable, and that's a good thing.”
“Well, that ending actually made me cry.”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of funny, weird, and occasionally uncomfortable, with many players appreciating the dark humor and quirky character interactions. While some questions are reflective and thought-provoking, others elicit laughter, creating a unique blend of comedy and introspection. Overall, the game successfully balances humor with a spooky atmosphere, making it an engaging experience.
“I like the funny little bits they put in it, and the character is interesting.”
“This game called me out a lot, but it was kinda funny.”
“Fun questionnaire with great dark humor.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is characterized by a blend of personal reflection and predictive storytelling, with users appreciating the meaningful conclusions drawn from their responses. While the final narrative is engaging and eerily accurate, some players feel it lacks a cohesive overarching storyline or cinematic elements that could enhance the experience. Overall, the ending mini-story is seen as a fun and creepy addition, though it may not resonate as strongly as the more personalized test results.
“I know there’s a meaningful response behind the final assessment made by the devs in the form of storytelling.”
“However, I feel like the test resonates more with people personally than the horrorscope does; the test reflects parts of someone's personality, making it more believable than the horrorscope, which gives you a short story that's supposed to predict your future.”
“And then at the end, you get a little story they apparently put together from all your answers.”
“Horrorscope definitely feels like one of those old Quotev quizzes that take your answers and set you up with a short story that's catered to things you would relate to.”
“There's no real storyline or cinematic-esque stuff in between that could make the game longer and more interesting either.”
“The 'fortune' I got was awfully similar to a story I wrote a few years back.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and immersive due to its detailed design and atmospheric elements, while others feel it lacks originality and can be boring. The quiz format is intriguing, fostering curiosity about how player choices will impact the game, though it is noted to be simpler than similar titles. Overall, the game effectively creates a sense of unease and curiosity, enhancing the overall experience.
“Amazing gameplay.”
“I was submerged into the gameplay with the amount of detail.”
“This game overall does a very good job of creating a sense of not only unease, but also morbid curiosity and wonder throughout the gameplay.”
“Gameplay itself is very boring.”
“This was a pretty fun experience overall, though I feel like it was much too similar to the test in both gameplay and questions.”
“Another very interesting quiz, though perhaps a little simpler than 'the test'.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has limited replayability, primarily hinging on the potential for group play with friends or family. Players noted that the short duration and lack of varied content diminish the incentive to replay, with the only suggestion for replay being to revisit the game after a significant time gap to see if personal answers have changed.
“I'm not sure if there's much replay value to this, but I suppose you could see if your friends or family would like to try it as well and see what different answers they get.”
“There's also the matter of this game just being so incredibly short, which is not helped by the fact that it doesn't even have any form of replayability.”
“Not sure about the replay value unless you were to change all your answers.”
“The only replay value would be to wait several months, maybe a year, and see if your answers have changed by then.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their charming art style and cute sprites, effectively complementing the unsettling creepypasta aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the superb visuals and audio track, which enhance the overall experience and mood of the game.
“One of the most unsettling yet enjoyable things I've ever experienced; the art style and hint of comedy are absolutely superb.”
“The art style is very pretty, the sprites are quite cute, and the soundtrack sets the mood perfectly.”
“It did have a very nice audio track with good visuals considering the graphics.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is highlighted by well-designed characters, particularly Alice, which enhances the overall experience. The accompanying music effectively complements the character design, contributing to a cohesive atmosphere.
“The music really sets the mood, and I love the character design.”
