The madness of death

About

The madness of death is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Vania Studios and was released on January 25, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

The Madness of Death is a first person psychological horror game. Explore the house in order to escape from it and break the curse of the Death Stone. You will have to solve the puzzles in order to advance and try not to stay in the dark.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

atmosphere6 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game has a spooky atmosphere with well-placed jump scares that effectively create tension.
The flashlight mechanic adds an interesting layer of suspense, requiring players to manage battery life while exploring dark areas.
Despite its short length, the game offers an engaging story and fun puzzles that contribute to the overall experience.

The game suffers from bugs and technical issues, including frame drops and instances of getting stuck in the environment.
Some deaths feel cheap and unavoidable, which can be frustrating for players.
The story is considered cliché and not particularly deep, leaving some players wanting more substance.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game's story is generally considered decent but lacks depth and originality, often described as cliché and rushed. While it engages players with its horror elements and puzzles, many reviewers feel it could benefit from more elaboration and complexity. Overall, it serves as a satisfactory introduction but doesn't leave a lasting impression.
- “Very short and sweet horror style game with a decent story.”
- “It's spooky, a lot of little puzzles, the story is fine.”
- “As with most indie horror games, the story isn't anything profound, but it's a neat idea.”
- “The story is cliché and not interesting.”
- “It was pretty short compared to other games I've played around the same price point, and the story did feel a little rushed and not explained.”
- “I would have liked it if there was a bit more depth in the story, but I can't wish for everything.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its eerie and spooky qualities, effectively enhancing the unsettling experience throughout. Players appreciate the well-executed graphics that contribute to the overall ambiance, making it particularly engaging for fans of horror indie games. The atmospheric pressure culminates in a memorable ending sequence, further solidifying its impact.
- “It has a very nice spooky atmosphere that wants to keep you in a lit area at all times.”
- “The real star of the show though (no spoilers) is by and large the ending sequence to the game along with the atmosphere it sets.”
- “It adds to the overall eerie atmosphere and makes the game even more unsettling.”
- “The real star of the show, though (no spoilers), is by and large the ending sequence to the game along with the atmosphere it sets.”
- “+ Graphics and atmosphere are well done.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay features a flashlight mechanic that users find satisfactory, with some reviewers providing detailed gameplay videos for further insight. Overall, the gameplay experience is deemed engaging, with a focus on visual elements.
- “The flashlight mechanic felt fine to me.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics and atmosphere of the game are highly praised, with users noting that both elements are well-executed and contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The graphics and atmosphere are exceptionally well done.”
- “The visual design is stunning, creating an immersive experience.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics truly enhances the gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users frequently encountering bugs that affect gameplay.
- “It's really buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted as somewhat amusing, with players recognizing that its design intentionally incorporates comedic elements.
- “It's definitely a bit funny, but I totally understand why it's designed that way.”