The Watson-Scott Test
- October 19, 2018
- Normal Wholesome Games
The Watson-Scott Test is a psychological horror game where you take a fictional personality test that quickly reveals your fears and insecurities. As you progress, the tests become more intense and surreal, blurring the line between reality and the player's subconscious. With multiple endings, your choices and reactions determine your outcome in this disturbing and suspenseful experience.
Reviews
- The game creates a genuinely immersive atmosphere with effective sound design that enhances the horror experience.
- The psychological elements and unique concept of a personality test add an interesting twist to the horror genre.
- Many players found the game to be fun and engaging, with some effective scares that caught them off guard.
- The game is very short, with most players completing it in under 30 minutes, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
- The reliance on cheap jump scares detracts from the overall experience, making it feel less innovative and more predictable.
- Some players felt that the game did not adequately explore their fears, with many questions feeling generic and lacking depth.
- atmosphere58 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, enhanced by effective sound design and music that build tension. However, many reviewers feel that the reliance on jump scares undermines the otherwise strong atmosphere, detracting from the overall experience. While some appreciate the unique and creepy ambiance, others suggest that a more subtle approach could have made it even more impactful.
“The Watson-Scott Test made me feel like I had been pulled into the world of the game with its unsettling sound design and atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere was great, the intensity is fantastic, and the character development is nice.”
“The buildup of the atmosphere was just incredible too; the sound design is very good.”
“However, I wished this game would keep relying on atmosphere alone.”
“It does so well building a creepy atmosphere with ominous questions and eerie sound effects - and then it destroys everything and throws it right out of the window with a jumpscare, which is about as annoying and ineffective as a flashy ad popup.”
“The game's horror elements are largely limited to a few jump scares and eerie music, and it fails to create a truly terrifying atmosphere that would engage the player on a deeper level.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is considered very low, with most players noting that it offers little incentive to return after the initial playthrough, aside from achievement hunting. While there are some random elements and different endings to explore, the short duration of the game (around 20-30 minutes) limits its long-term appeal. Many reviewers feel that the lack of substantial content makes it hard to justify the purchase.
“There is certainly some replayability here as well if you wish to look for 100% achievements.”
“It's not a long game by any means, maybe 20-30 minutes or so, but it has replay value with finding different endings and going through all the questions differently.”
“Some of the questions on the main test are random, so there's a little bit of replayability, though you should receive all the questions the test has to offer on your second go.”
“It doesn't have much replay value unless you're achievement hunting, so it's not fantastic for anything but something fun to do on a night when you're feeling like you need a good scare.”
“The replayability is very low for this game and at most you'll maybe get an hour out of it.”
“The game's short length and lack of replay value make it difficult to justify the purchase price, and it feels like a missed opportunity to create a more substantial and satisfying horror experience.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally criticized for being minimal and short, with many players noting that it lasts around 20 to 30 minutes and often culminates in a cheap jump scare. While some appreciate its unique approach to the horror genre and its atmospheric elements, the consensus is that it lacks substantial gameplay mechanics and is not worth the price, especially when compared to other games offering longer experiences. Overall, it seems to serve more as a conceptual experience rather than a traditional game.
“Expensive for the short gameplay but very fun and scary on a blind playthrough.”
“For the gameplay (nature of the game) the devs definitely achieved their goal, showing there are more ways to experience the horror genre.”
“The gameplay is simple, but gradually gets into your mind and absorbs you.”
“There is barely any gameplay to be found.”
“30 minutes of gameplay that ends with a cheap jump scare, that's about it.”
“It's aesthetically in-line with its theme, but definitely not worth five dollars for 20 minutes of gameplay.”
- music12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music and sound design in the game effectively enhance the atmosphere and tension, contributing to a sense of horror that immerses players. While some users appreciate the ambient music and sound effects for building suspense, others feel that the reliance on jump scares detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is praised for its ability to evoke fear and paranoia, though some believe it could be further developed to create a more engaging horror experience.
“The music and the background, as well as the glitch effect, create a sense of horror around you and make you feel like it's really happening.”
“I think the most effective portions of this game would have to be this atmosphere, as it uses some good sound effects and music to help make the player tense.”
“Made me scared and a little paranoid, and the soundtrack was awesome!”
“The fact that the music and the background, as well as the glitch effect, creates a sense of horror around you and makes you feel like it's really happening.”
“The game's horror elements are largely limited to a few jump scares and eerie music, and it fails to create a truly terrifying atmosphere that would engage the player on a deeper level.”
“They are just asking questions with a 'very scary (sarcasm)' music in the background.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with many users noting their fitting and spooky aesthetic that aligns with the horror theme. While some found the visuals interesting and effective in creating an unsettling atmosphere, others felt they were not particularly groundbreaking or worth the price for the short gameplay duration. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's eerie vibe, enhancing the overall experience.
“Sound design and aesthetically glitching text that varies in speed and color as the dialogue progresses will draw you in.”
“Sound is realistic, atmosphere made me poop my pants, questions are really creepy and the visuals are absolutely perfect.”
“The visuals were fitting.”
“It's aesthetically in-line with its theme, but definitely not worth five dollars for 20 minutes of gameplay.”
“The audio and graphics created an uncomfortable, tense atmosphere, and only nervous laughter got me through.”
- humor10 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it hilariously effective and well-integrated into the horror atmosphere, while others criticize it as overly edgy or not funny at all. Many enjoyed the comedic moments that provided levity, especially in tense situations, but some felt that the humor detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the humor elicits a range of reactions, from laughter to frustration.
“It adds a kind of humor that still works within the horror atmosphere.”
“Popping up in the middle of the question or dialogue was simply hilarious after a while, and I kept finding myself chuckling.”
“I would also like to mention that I love the snide humor in the game.”
“Not funny, didn't laugh.”
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story in the Skibidi Toilet game is praised for its surprising plot twist involving camera heads, making it a recommended experience for fans of the trilogy. However, other games in the genre are criticized for their lack of depth and engaging narrative, with some players finding the story boring and the jump scares predictable, ultimately leading to a disappointing experience.
“The Skibidi Toilet game was fantastic, and the plot twist at the end with the camera heads was amazing. I highly recommend the Skibidi Toilet trilogy!”
“It's designed to put you in the moment of the story, making you feel like you are completing a test in this vague, unsettling universe.”
“For instance, 'A Dark Place', a game I recommend very highly, has jumpscares that make sense within the context of the story.”
“I expected a lot more interaction with my actions and something of a story.”
“There's very little 'lore' or story to be had and there's a few jumpscares later on.”
“The game is plain and lacking in depth, with uninspired puzzles and a lackluster story that fails to capture the player's interest.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, highlighting its ability to evoke feelings of anxiety and unease through its unsettling sound design and atmosphere. The Watson-Scott Test effectively immerses users in a horror experience, generating nervousness and fear even when they are familiar with the content. The game's design, particularly its randomization and thought-provoking questions, contributes to a unique emotional engagement that keeps players on edge.
“The Watson-Scott Test made me feel like I had been pulled into the world of the game with its unsettling sound design and atmosphere.”
“This horror literally made me feel like something was in my house from just answering questions.”
“Even though I watched videos of it, because it's random for each user, it never failed to amaze me how scary it was and how uneasy it made me feel.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is somewhat inconsistent, with reports of bugs affecting achievements and basic jumpscares. While the sound design effectively creates an eerie atmosphere, the execution of glitches feels familiar and less innovative compared to other titles. Overall, players appreciate the fun elements but note the presence of technical issues.
“The concept of 'spooky' computer glitches, a generally eerie ambiance through noise has been done hundreds of times, and has been executed better before.”
“It's a little bit buggy with some of the achievements from what I've seen, but I liked finding the Easter eggs that I could find.”
“The glitches were pretty fun, but the jumpscares were really basic.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character development, noting it as a strong aspect of the game that complements its great atmosphere and intense gameplay.
“The atmosphere was great, the intensity is fantastic, and the character development is impressive.”