There's a Butcher Around

81%
Game Brain Score Based on 151 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • graphics
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"There's a Butcher Around" is a first-person survival horror game. Players must navigate through a dark, abandoned slaughterhouse while avoiding the titular butcher, a relentless and deadly foe. The game features a tense atmosphere, limited resources, and a focus on stealth and evasion.

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  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 151 reviews
humor5 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and addictive, making it a great way to pass the time.
  • It's a low-cost indie game with a charming pixel art style and enjoyable gameplay.
  • Players appreciate the suspenseful hide-and-seek mechanics and the variety of characters available.
  • The game is heavily reliant on RNG, leading to frustration and a lack of control over outcomes.
  • Many players find the game short and lacking in content, with a desire for more maps and features.
  • There are reports of technical issues, including bugs that disrupt gameplay and concerns about potential viruses.
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is described as easy and simple, with a manageable level of RNG, but lacks depth and variety, making it feel somewhat hollow. While there are achievements to pursue, many players feel the game would benefit from additional content, such as more maps and game modes, to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Gameplay was easy and simple, even the RNG isn't that bad.”
    • “Gameplay 9/10”
    • “The gameplay doesn't seem to get harder, either, but there are some achievements to work towards if you're into that kind of thing... such as getting caught hiding in certain places.”
    • “There's no actual gameplay.”
    • “The only real thing it's missing is content, like more maps, or different game modes, or more mechanics, because as it stands it feels more like a hollow shell than a game.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players noting its comedic elements, such as a quirky antagonist and amusing pixel-art style. Overall, the game is described as entertaining and well-priced, making it a delightful experience for those seeking a lighthearted gaming option.

    • “Bad guy with a cleaver and a funny laugh.”
    • “Nice and funny little game in pixel art.”
    • “Very funny game.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their appealing pixel art style, which fans appreciate, while the audio is considered decent. The game offers a variety of 17 characters and 5 stages, though these elements are purely cosmetic and do not impact gameplay.

    • “The graphics are great; I'm a fan of pixel graphics.”
    • “This game definitely gets a recommendation from me for being easy, cheap, and its pixel graphics.”
    • “There are 17 characters to choose from and 5 stages to play; both elements being purely cosmetic, as the characters feature no stats and the stages just have different aesthetics.”
    • “The characters feature no stats, and the stages just have different aesthetics, making the graphics feel purely cosmetic.”
    • “The pixel graphics are easy on the eyes, but they lack depth and detail.”
    • “While the game is easy and cheap, the graphics leave much to be desired.”
  • story2 mentions

    The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.

    • “There is no story to speak of.”
    • “The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
    • “The storyline is completely absent.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time 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.”
    • “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players find the game enjoyable and note that it offers a surprising level of replayability, making it worth revisiting.

    • “It's a fun little game, with a surprising amount of replay value.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is well-received, noted for its pleasantness and ability to remain enjoyable even after extended play.

    • “The music is nice and it's one of those that doesn't get annoying after looping for a while.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report issues with stability, particularly noting that the camera functionality is buggy, which affects the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the immersion.”
    • “The camera is buggy and often gets stuck in awkward positions.”
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