The Legend Returns

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The Legend Returns is a single player survival action adventure game with horror and violence themes. It was developed by Fear Scape and was released on June 24, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

!!!AVAILABLE ON STEAM!!! THE LEGEND RETURNS 2025 Tonight marks the anniversary. The day he returns. The news calls it a myth—a story to scare people into locking their doors. But you don’t believe in urban legends… until you see him. What starts as a normal night out quickly turns into a nightmare. A vagabond warns you: no one walks these streets anymore. A stranger whispers, be ca…

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music3 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic retro style that appeals to fans of classic horror games.
Some players enjoyed the atmosphere and chase scenes, finding them engaging and well-executed.
There are moments of humor and fun that can make the experience enjoyable for certain players.

The game suffers from poor audio balancing, with quiet dialogue and loud jump scares that can be jarring.
Many aspects of the game, including the AI-generated dialogue and voice acting, feel flat and unpolished.
The gameplay mechanics are frustrating, with issues like awkward item interactions and confusing level layouts.

story
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it slow-paced and repetitive, while others appreciate its complexity and engaging build-up. The narrative is praised for providing depth to the killer's character, moving away from typical tropes of random antagonists, which adds intrigue and keeps players invested in the unfolding plot.
- “Starting with the story, it's very good; it also explains the murderer's background, something simple yet complex and filled with intrigue.”
- “The killer himself is not just a random masked guy; he has his own story, and this is another detail I immensely appreciated, as I am getting tired of games that just propose some random maniac or ghost without charisma.”
- “The build-up is very nicely constructed; it effortlessly sucks you in and makes you keep playing to see how the story evolves.”
- “The killer himself is not just a random masked guy; he has his own story, and this is another detail I immensely appreciated, because I am starting to get sick of games that just propose some random maniac or ghost without charisma.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its intense quietness and effective use of jump scares, creating a thrilling experience. However, some players feel that the emotionless voice acting detracts from the overall ambiance, suggesting that written dialogues might have been a better choice. Overall, the atmosphere is rated highly, but there are mixed feelings about the dialogue delivery.
- “The atmosphere was 10/10 and the chase scenes too. I love games with dialogues, but I feel there could be a little more dialogue to enhance the experience.”
- “Super quiet game atmosphere and dialogue with the loudest, ear-destroying jump scares I have ever experienced in a game.”
- “The voiceover is emotionless; it breaks the atmosphere. Personally, I would have preferred no voices at all, just written dialogues.”
- “The environments feel lifeless and lack any real sense of immersion, making it hard to get invested in the game.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and does nothing to enhance the mood or tension of the game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game, particularly during chase sequences, is noted for its humorous tone, adding a lighthearted element to the gameplay experience.
- “The killer chase music was amusing and adds a unique twist to the gameplay experience.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing every moment.”
- “The music really sets the tone, making each encounter feel intense and engaging.”
humor
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The game features several humorous moments, contributing to its overall chill atmosphere, with players particularly enjoying the comedic elements of the killer's chase music and the character's forgetfulness.
- “The game has some funny moments, and overall it's a chill experience.”
- “I think the killer chase music was funny too, and he quickly forgets about you.”
gameplay
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While the pause menu and VHS aesthetic are appreciated, the overall gameplay and writing are considered subpar, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The pause menu is a bit fun and the VHS look is nice, but not enough to carry it since the gameplay and writing are just awful.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express significant emotional distress related to the game, with some even seeking financial compensation for the trauma they experienced.