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The Shadow Over Route 80

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81%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, humor
grinding, gameplay
95% User Score Based on 37 reviews

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The Shadow Over Route 80 is a single player action game. It was developed by the ito project and was released on November 23, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

"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.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews
atmosphere5 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a creepy atmosphere with effective sound design and multiple endings, making it a worthwhile experience for horror fans.
  • It's a short and sweet horror game that doesn't overstay its welcome, providing genuine scares and a fun gameplay experience.
  • The retro graphics and pixelated style enhance the overall aesthetic, contributing to the game's charm and immersion.
  • The game can feel tedious as players may spend a lot of time wandering around looking for missed items or events.
  • Some players found the game to be very short, with playthroughs lasting only about 15-30 minutes.
  • There are minor bugs and issues, such as difficulty in picking up items and occasional gameplay interruptions.
  • atmosphere
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for being haunting and immersive, effectively creating a sense of unease without relying heavily on jump scares. Players appreciate the combination of a creepy ambiance, retro art style, and narrative elements that enhance the overall experience, making it a compelling choice for fans of atmospheric horror. Despite its brevity, the game successfully maintains tension and keeps players engaged.

    • “This is my kind of horror game: creepy, atmospheric, keeps you on edge; but doesn't throw jump scares at you.”
    • “Very atmospheric, it kept me on my toes, and actually looking forward to the jump scares in an odd way. The retro art style is nice.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is extremely haunting and is sure to send shivers down your spine.”
    • “It really enhances the atmosphere and how it worked with the narrative features were fun.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its clever juxtaposition of the best and worst endings, creating a comedic twist that players find amusing.

    • “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 loved the absurd humor; it kept me entertained throughout the entire playthrough.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their atmospheric retro art style, which effectively enhances the overall experience with its use of color and contrast. The pixelated visuals complement the game's themes and contribute to a sense of anticipation, particularly during jump scares. Overall, the graphics are seen as a perfect fit for the game's presentation and narrative depth.

    • “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 retro graphics and style are really perfect for how it presents itself, and its use of color and contrast is a delight.”
    • “The additional endings provide some depth, and the pixelated graphics style goes well with the overall art of the game.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when attempting to achieve all endings, leading to a generally negative perception of the game's overall experience.

    • “It is a little tedious trying to get all of the endings.”
    • “Overall, it's a tedious, bad game.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a compelling short horror story that evokes the feel of an anthology, delivering genuine scares and an engaging experience. Users have praised it for its fun and effective storytelling, rating it highly.

    • “10/10 little short horror story game, like something from an anthology of horror.”
    • “Really fun short story with some genuine scares!”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

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The Shadow Over Route 80 is a action game.

The Shadow Over Route 80 is available on PC and Windows.

The Shadow Over Route 80 was released on November 23, 2022.

The Shadow Over Route 80 was developed by the ito project.

The Shadow Over Route 80 has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its grinding.

The Shadow Over Route 80 is a single player game.

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