The Janitor
- July 19, 2016
- VOS Gaming
Get on Steam"The Janitor" is a first-person horror game where you play as Max Taylor, a janitor sent to an abandoned asylum to fix a broken pipe and electric panel. Upon arrival, Max discovers grisly scenes, and a government experiment gone wrong pursues him. In a race against time, Max repairs the elevator and jumps down the shaft, only to wake up in underground catacombs and continue his fight for survival.
Reviews
- The game has a decent atmosphere that could be engaging if it were better executed.
- Some players found humor in the game's glitches and absurdities, making it entertaining in an ironic way.
- The concept of playing as a janitor adds a unique twist to the horror genre.
- The game is plagued by technical issues, including poor AI, glitches, and a useless flashlight that makes navigation difficult.
- There is a lack of clear objectives and tutorials, leaving players confused about what to do.
- Many players found the gameplay tedious and unengaging, with minimal interactions and a non-threatening enemy.
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users finding them acceptable for the game's style, while others criticized them for being ugly, poorly animated, and lacking proper lighting. Overall, the visual quality seems to vary significantly, impacting the overall experience.
“Graphics are great.”
“Run around looking for things to collect in a level that features ugly graphics, minimal lighting, poor animations, and annoying audio.”
“The graphics were okay for what it was, controls were a little touchy, but the worst was the monster and programming itself.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal, with only a brief moment of intrigue provided by an intercom voice that hints at a backstory, but overall, players feel there is little to no substantial narrative to engage with.
“The only good thing about this game was the few seconds of song that played and the man over the intercom at the beginning of the gameplay, raising curiosity about who he is and hinting at a backstory.”
“There is no story.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its smoothness, and a user suggests watching a gameplay video to help inform purchasing decisions.
“Gameplay is smooth.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the brief, intriguing song and the engaging intercom voice that hints at a deeper backstory. However, it appears that the overall musical experience may not be a standout feature.
“The only good thing about this game was the few seconds of song that played and the man over the intercom at the beginning of the gameplay, raising curiosity about who he is and hinting at a backstory.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the game as one of the most emotionally impactful experiences they've encountered, indicating a strong connection to its narrative and characters.
“This is one of the most emotional games I've ever played.”
“The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
“I found myself crying during several key moments of the game.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is viewed as tedious and poorly executed, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
“An absolute tedious grind is the only way I can sum up this very poor effort.”
“The grinding feels endless and lacks any meaningful rewards.”
“I found myself doing the same repetitive tasks over and over, which made the game feel more like a chore than fun.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally considered decent, but it is marred by a persistent background groaning that detracts from the overall experience.
“It does have a decent atmosphere, but there's a constant groaning in the background that doesn't stop.”
“The environment feels lifeless and lacks any real immersion.”
“Despite the visuals, the atmosphere is flat and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report experiencing various technical glitches, indicating that the game's stability is inconsistent and may detract from the overall experience.
“There are assorted technical glitches that disrupt gameplay.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that affected my overall experience.”
