The Shadow Over Route 80
- November 23, 2022
- the ito project
Get on Steam"The Shadow Over Route 80" is a narrative-driven horror game that takes players on a psychological journey along an isolated American highway. Uncover the eerie secrets of a small town as you navigate its winding roads, encountering strange occurrences and terrifying creatures. With a strong emphasis on story and atmospheric exploration, this game is sure to send chills down your spine.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game creates a creepy atmosphere and effectively builds tension without relying on jump scares.
- It offers multiple endings and encourages replayability, making it a worthwhile experience for players.
- Despite its short length, the game is well-crafted with attention to detail and a retro art style that enhances the horror experience.
- Some players found the game to be too short, with playthroughs averaging around 15-30 minutes.
- There are minor gameplay issues, such as difficulty in picking up items and occasional bugs.
- A few players felt that the game could have included more interactive elements, like additional open doors for exploration.
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for being creepy and immersive, effectively keeping players on edge without relying heavily on jump scares. The retro art style enhances the overall ambiance, contributing to a sense of unease that players find engaging, even in the game's brief duration.
“This is my kind of horror game: creepy, atmospheric, keeps you on edge; but doesn't throw jump scares at you.”
“A very short, strange and atmospheric walking simulator.”
“Although short, it does its job in setting a creepy atmosphere and has a few really good scares in it.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their atmospheric quality and retro art style, which enhance the overall experience and complement the game's themes. The pixelated visuals contribute to a sense of depth, making players eager for the jump scares.
“Very atmospheric; it kept me on my toes and actually made me look forward to the jump scares in an odd way. The retro art style is nice.”
“The additional endings provide some depth, and the pixelated graphics style complements the overall art of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its clever juxtaposition of the best and worst endings, which many players found amusing and thought-provoking.
“The best ending is also the worst ending (in a way), which I thought was kind of funny.”
“The game's witty dialogue had me laughing out loud at unexpected moments.”
“I love how the humor is cleverly woven into the storyline, making even the serious parts entertaining.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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