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The House [zebaxx]

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57%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
66% User Score Based on 38 reviews

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The House [zebaxx] is a single player survival simulation game with horror and thriller themes. It was developed by zebaxx and was released on August 5, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"The House" is a short psychological horror Indie game based on a fictional story. This is the first game of this video game saga. In "The House" you play an 18-year-old Spanish boy named Antonio who is home alone and one day he decided to leave home and when he returned he noticed things that were somewhat strange... Game features: VHS movie aesthetic. Character texts and …

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66%Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
optimization2 negative mentions
  • The game features impressive graphics and atmospheric sound design that some players found immersive and scary.
  • There are moments of fun door physics and jump scares that created tension and engagement for certain players.
  • Some players appreciated the game as a short, free indie horror experience and looked forward to future works from the developer.
  • The game is extremely short, lasting around 7 minutes, with little to no meaningful story or player interaction.
  • Performance issues are common, including low FPS even on high-end hardware and broken or inconsistent game elements.
  • The gameplay is criticized for lack of polish, poorly executed jump scares, repetitive assets, and an overall feeling of being a low-effort asset flip.

  • story

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    27% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 27% negative mentions

    The story received mixed reactions, with some praising its depth, emotional resonance, and intricate narrative centered on loss and redemption, while others criticized it as slow, nonsensical, and poorly executed. Overall, opinions vary greatly, ranging from viewing the story as a meaningful experience to considering it nonexistent or detrimental.

    • “The house [zebaxx] firmly belongs to the latter category, standing as a towering monument to the potential of interactive storytelling, atmospheric immersion, and emotional resonance.”
    • “Every room tells a story, every artifact has meaning, and every corner invites curiosity.”
    • “At the heart of the house [zebaxx] lies a story that is as intricate as it is profound.”
    • “This game is really bad, it is slow and the story is not good.”
    • “Story doesn't make any sense at all.”
    • “There's no real story.”

  • graphics

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 40% negative mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their stunning, ultra-realistic visuals and distinctive gothic-surreal art direction, creating a beautiful yet haunting atmosphere. However, some users report performance issues like low FPS and lack of graphic settings, which detract from the overall experience.

    • “This game was the definition of greatness, featuring amazing graphics with some ultra-realistic door physics.”
    • “The graphics are some of the best I’ve ever seen.”
    • “The art direction is stunning, blending gothic aesthetics with surrealist touches to create a world that is both beautiful and haunting.”
    • “This game runs on very low FPS, causing performance issues comparable to the poor quality of the plot.”
    • “Zero graphics settings, not even a menu.”

  • music

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive and atmospheric qualities, expertly blending eerie sound effects with melancholic piano and intense orchestral pieces. It perfectly complements the game's tone and enhances the horror experience, making jump scares and tension more impactful. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element that significantly elevates gameplay.

    • “From the eerie creak of a door to the haunting strains of the musical score, every sound contributes to the immersive experience.”
    • “The music, composed with a perfect understanding of the game’s tone, ranges from melancholic piano melodies to heart-pounding orchestral crescendos, always perfectly complementing the on-screen action.”
    • “I love this game. It is amazing; this indie horror game was great. The jump scares and loud noises were like music to my ears.”

  • gameplay

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

    The gameplay is highly praised for its immersive experience and innovative mechanics, with users describing it as revolutionary and redefining immersion.

    • “Gameplay that redefines immersion”
    • “The gameplay mechanics of the house [zebaxx] are nothing short of revolutionary.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics of the house [zebaxx] are nothing short of revolutionary.”

  • optimization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The game delivers strong optimization with smooth performance prioritizing gameplay over graphical effects. While the visuals may not be the most advanced, the focus on stable performance ensures an enjoyable experience.

    • “Performance is terrible, and it looks awful.”
    • “Sometimes, performance is more important than fancy lighting, no matter how much I like fancy lighting.”

  • atmosphere

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

    The atmosphere in The House [zebaxx] is deeply immersive and richly detailed, creating a haunting, surreal fairytale-like experience. It relies on subtle narrative and sound design to build a pervasive sense of dread, rather than cheap scares or gore.

    • “From the moment you step into the hauntingly beautiful world of The House, you are enveloped in an atmosphere so rich and vivid, it feels like traversing the pages of a dark, surreal fairytale.”
    • “The House firmly stands as a towering monument to the potential of interactive storytelling, atmospheric immersion, and emotional resonance.”
    • “This game does not rely on cheap jump scares or excessive gore; instead, it builds a pervasive sense of dread through its atmosphere, sound design, and narrative twists.”

  • emotional

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

    The game delivers a powerful emotional experience through immersive storytelling and atmospheric design, enhanced by exceptional voice acting that brings characters to life with subtle, impactful performances. Emotional moments, including suspense and satisfying resolutions, effectively engage and resonate with players.

    • “The house [zebaxx] firmly belongs to the latter category, standing as a towering monument to the potential of interactive storytelling, atmospheric immersion, and emotional resonance.”
    • “The voice acting is top-notch, bringing the characters to life with performances that are both subtle and emotionally charged.”
    • “The man/woman definitely jumpscared quite a bit, but that resolution of turning them into the police really made me feel great!”

  • humor

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

    The humor in the game is subtle and limited, with occasional amusing visual details like repurposed assets, but overall it doesn't offer much in terms of comedic content.

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The House [zebaxx] is a survival simulation game with horror and thriller themes. Common tags for The House [zebaxx] include free to play, 3D, indie, psychological, exploration and others.

The House [zebaxx] is available on PC and Windows.

The House [zebaxx] was released on August 5, 2023.

The House [zebaxx] was developed by zebaxx.

The House [zebaxx] has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked The House [zebaxx] for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

The House [zebaxx] is a single player game.

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