The Village
- October 12, 2017
- Softwaves
Get on Steam"The Village" is a horror-survival game with various modes and difficulties, allowing players to explore at their own pace or face scarce resources. In Horror mode, players follow clues to a haunted villa with only a flashlight, needing to find batteries and use an inventory system for first-aid kits. Online interactions are featured, but the game is not fully multiplayer.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game fails to launch, getting stuck on the loading screen indefinitely.
- Gameplay is described as slow, boring, and filled with predictable scares, lacking depth and engagement.
- The game has numerous bugs and issues, including a problematic third-party account system that prevents access.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "the village" is criticized for being lackluster and failing to engage players, with modes like Intense and Rescue feeling incomplete and underwhelming. The storyline in Intense mode is described as contrived, further detracting from the overall experience. Players express a desire for more substance and depth in the gameplay.
“Despite boasting horror, rescue, and intense modes, the gameplay fails to captivate.”
“Intense mode's storyline feels contrived, with underwhelming gameplay mechanics.”
“With incomplete modes and lackluster gameplay, 'the village' fails to live up to its promises, leaving players craving more substance and engagement.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story in Intense mode is perceived as contrived and lacking depth, with gameplay mechanics that fail to enhance the narrative experience. The overarching theme suggests resilience in the face of adversity, but players often find themselves frustrated by sudden, punishing challenges that detract from the storytelling.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Intense mode's storyline feels contrived, with underwhelming gameplay mechanics.”
“I've tried every different approach and guess what, the game gave me a big nope and multiple hostiles showed up from everywhere, leaving me with low ammo, low health and in a matter of seconds, the message 'a hostage died, mission failed' pops up on the screen.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and relaxing qualities, providing a soothing backdrop that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate its ability to create a sense of tranquility, contributing positively to their gameplay.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“[0.2] Sound & music”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are noted for their realism, enhancing the overall visual experience of the game.
“The graphics are incredibly realistic, bringing the game world to life.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics is stunning, making every scene visually captivating.”
“The vibrant colors and lifelike textures create an immersive experience that enhances gameplay.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is severely criticized, with users reporting that the launcher is buggy and non-functional, rendering the game unplayable.
“This launcher is buggy and doesn't work, making it impossible to launch the game. It's irreparably broken.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and stability issues that ruined my gaming experience.”
