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The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood

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79%Game Brain Score
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story, gameplay
86% User Score Based on 43 reviews

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The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood is a single player action game with horror and thriller themes. It was developed by BluethunderOfficial and was released on October 28, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Mason is assigned a new job from the big boss when strange things start happening and he discovers the true meaning of fear... Horror in Da Hood is a gripping first-person horror game set in the hood, where the supernatural lurks around every corner. Are you brave enough to face the real terror?

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features impressive graphics and sound design, enhancing the overall horror experience.
  • It delivers genuine fear and tension, making it a standout title for horror enthusiasts.
  • The game is free to play, providing a worthwhile experience for those looking for a quick, intense horror adventure.
  • The game lacks clear directions, hints, and a coherent storyline, leaving players confused about objectives.
  • Many players found the horror elements to be ineffective, relying too heavily on loud noises rather than genuine scares.
  • There are concerns about cultural insensitivity and poorly chosen assets that detract from the game's overall quality.
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth, with some players feeling it lacks a coherent narrative or meaningful side quests. While the short duration is seen as purposeful, many reviewers express a desire for a more developed storyline, suggesting that the game could benefit from a sequel that expands on its narrative elements. Despite its linearity, there are optional paths that provide a sense of accomplishment, but overall, the storytelling leaves much to be desired.

    • “Its short duration feels purposeful, providing just enough time to tell its story without dragging things out.”
    • “Would love to see a sequel with a larger story.”
    • “Along the way, there are optional paths you can take; even though the storyline is linear, I like that there are other things you can explore, which give you a sense of accomplishment.”
    • “Then on top of this, there's no storyline or side quests or anything.”
    • “I don't like games that hide their entire story in optional lore letters or audio recordings, but in this case, really anything would help.”
    • “I really have no clue what the vision of the creator is supposed to be here; if anything, I think it would have been better to truly finish telling this story before beginning another.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise, with many users highlighting their smooth performance and impressive quality, especially for an indie title. The art style effectively complements the game's tone, contributing to its unique atmosphere and identity. Overall, the visuals stand out as a significant strength of the game.

    • “The art style has its own charm, adding to the atmosphere and giving the game a distinctive identity.”
    • “The visuals are impressive for a first-time developer, and the eerie sound design really enhances the tension.”
    • “The graphics suit the game’s tone well.”
    • “Smh, the only good thing about this game is the graphics and how smooth it runs.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as straightforward and focused, lacking any deeper narrative or thematic elements, yet it is praised for its quality and attention to detail.

    • “Good gameplay and a lot of details!”
    • “It doesn't try to carry a message nor does it actually help the story or gameplay in any way.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's unique art style enhances its atmosphere, contributing to a distinctive identity that resonates with players.

    • “The art style has its own charm, adding to the atmosphere and giving the game a distinctive identity.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “Every detail in the environment contributes to a sense of realism, making the atmosphere feel alive and engaging.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its eerie and immersive quality, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere and experience.

    • “The creepy background music and audio are amazing throughout the whole game.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “Each musical piece is thoughtfully crafted, adding depth and emotion to the gameplay.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is praised, with users reporting stable frame rates during gameplay, except for occasional dips caused by external programs running in the background.

    • “Performance-wise, it was great too; I only dipped at one point because of another program running in the background. The rest of the time, I had stable FPS.”
    • “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game runs; the developers clearly put effort into optimizing performance across various systems.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the game's stability is severely lacking, with many users expressing disappointment in its poor performance and numerous bugs, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I expected something campy or charmingly buggy and indie to stream for my friends, but this was on another level of incompetently made.”
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The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood is a action game with horror and thriller themes.

The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood was released on October 28, 2024.

The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood was developed by BluethunderOfficial.

The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

The Nightmare Chronicles: Horror In Da Hood is a single player game.

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