The Maid

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The Maid is a single player survival simulation game with horror, mystery and violence themes. It was developed by 99 Grados Games and was released on March 11, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Important note: The game takes place inside a house, where you will have to discover the hidden mystery that lies in this fast-paced horror story. The Maid is a first-person psychological horror game.. Environment Feel the terror in my first person and live the experience of feeling loneliness and fear in your own skin. The game guides you through the interior of a Victorian h…

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

atmosphere9 positive mentions

story5 negative mentions

The game has a great atmosphere with well-executed jump scares that keep players on edge.
Graphics and sound design are generally praised as good and effective for horror immersion.
Gameplay is simple and accessible, focusing on exploration and finding items which some players find enjoyable for a short horror experience.

The story is vague, confusing, and often considered lacking or underdeveloped, leaving many players unsatisfied.
Game design can be tedious due to backtracking and a large, sometimes confusing map with unclear objectives.
Some technical issues like crashes, minor bugs, and video distortion were reported, impacting the overall experience.

story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
71%
18%
The story in the game is generally seen as vague, confusing, and lacking depth, often leaving key details unexplained or open-ended. While some find the unfolding narrative intriguing, many feel it is underdeveloped and overshadowed by the game's emphasis on jump scares and atmosphere. Overall, the story is not the primary focus, with the game appealing more to players seeking intense scares than a coherent plot.
- “The story is there but it can be a little hard to follow; it all made sense as I got to the end of the game.”
- “I streamed this game thinking it would have a jump-scare or two but it surprised me so well with the game's direction towards the story and all the jump-scare and chases and super thrilling; you never anticipate what might happen next!”
- “There were a few fun set pieces that impressed me, and while the story is filled with plot holes, the notes detailing the maid and doll were still intriguing while you explore the mansion.”
- “You're uncovering the story for the first 2/3 of the game and it is interesting, only to be left unfinished and up to your imagination (way too open).”
- “There is no objective given, no story, and no gameplay prompts to describe what exactly is going on.”
- “Story is lacking; however, I know that's not the primary reason one would play this type of game, but a solid story would have helped keep my interest.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
18%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its spooky, immersive quality, enhanced by strong audio and well-balanced pacing between tense and slower moments. Jump scares contribute effectively to the eerie ambiance, though their impact lessens once players realize the character is unharmed. Overall, the atmospheric design is a standout feature that elevates the horror experience.
- “The atmosphere is great, audio is great and has some nice jump scares.”
- “The graphics, sound effects, atmosphere - spot on!”
- “Visually beautiful, amazing atmosphere, and this game has some of the best jump scares I have ever experienced.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
Reviews on the graphics are mixed, with some users praising the visuals as amazing and atmospheric, while others criticize issues like poor shadow quality and unresponsive settings. Overall, the graphics contribute strongly to the game's immersive and creepy atmosphere despite some technical flaws.
- “Amazing graphics!”
- “The graphics, sound effects, atmosphere - spot on!”
- “The graphics are amazing, and the sound effects totally pull you into every scene, making everything way creepier.”
- “The settings do not work well for graphics, and the shadows are awful.”
- “The graphics are solid but not impressive, relying heavily on sound design.”
- “Graphics bugs are noticeable and affect the overall visual experience.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The gameplay is simple yet well-structured and balanced, offering a fun experience without the common issues seen in horror games. However, some users note a lack of clear objectives or story prompts, leading to a vague narrative and an unsatisfying ending.
- “The game, while being simple in its mechanics and puzzles, succeeds at creating a well-structured and balanced experience, while also managing to avoid the usual pitfalls many horror games fall into.”
- “Super fun gameplay and magnificent graphics.”
- “Gameplay is decent but the story is vague and not very good; the ending is anticlimactic.”
- “There is no objective given, no story, and no gameplay prompts to describe what exactly is going on.”
- “Gameplay is decent but the story is so vague and not so good, the ending is anticlimactic.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Grinding in the game is generally minimal and only becomes noticeable if you aim for 100% completion; otherwise, the large game environment may feel a bit tedious but not overwhelmingly grindy.
- “The game starts off fairly well, with some unexpected jump scares, but the house feels overly large, which can make the experience somewhat tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game offers limited replayability, providing an enjoyable jump scare experience initially but lacking incentives to play multiple times.
- “It's a nice jump scare game, but offers no replay value.”