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There's Something In The Ice

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72%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
gameplay, stability
72% User Score Based on 100 reviews

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There's Something In The Ice is a single player simulation game. It was developed by JustTomcuk and was released on March 25, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"There's Something In The Ice" is a first-person horror game set in an Antarctic research station, where three scientists uncover something terrifying while drilling into the ice. The game features realistic graphics, an advanced lighting system, and a plot presented through character dialogues, inspired by the movie "The Thing" and other sci-fi films and games. There are no notes to find, with the story unfolding solely through conversations with other characters.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews
story16 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a great atmosphere and sound design that effectively immerses players in a creepy, unsettling environment reminiscent of 'The Thing'.
  • Graphics and overall presentation are praised, with many players noting the visuals as a standout aspect of the game.
  • It's a short, fun experience that is perfect for casual horror gamers, taking around 90 minutes to complete.
  • The game lacks depth in gameplay mechanics, with many players feeling there is no real survival element or challenge, as they could easily evade monsters.
  • Voice acting and dialogue quality are criticized, with some players finding them to be poorly executed and detracting from the overall experience.
  • The story is considered basic and predictable, with some players expressing disappointment in the lack of meaningful choices or multiple endings.
  • story
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it basic and straightforward, lacking depth and complexity. While some appreciated the engaging atmosphere and graphics, others criticized the shallow narrative and poor voice acting, suggesting that the game could benefit from a longer storyline and more interactive elements. Overall, it seems to be a decent experience for those who enjoy atmospheric storytelling, but may not satisfy players looking for a more intricate plot or challenging gameplay.

    • “Great story, great graphics and optimization, great controls and just overall great experience.”
    • “There's something in the ice was a fun short horror experience with a compelling foundational story line.”
    • “Overall story jives well, escalates pretty quickly, and has quite the ending!”
    • “The story is extremely shallow.”
    • “If you weren't forced to walk slow and complete boring objectives then you could get through the story in ten minutes.”
    • “The story was so bland and the voice acting so poor that I don't even really care, but I was kinda interested to see her morph into something, but no, nothing morphs at all.”
  • atmosphere
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for being creepy, unsettling, and effectively building tension throughout the gameplay, drawing strong inspiration from the cult classic film "The Thing." While many players appreciate the immersive and unnerving environment, some feel it lacks depth in capturing true paranoia and is occasionally let down by other game elements like voice acting and writing. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a story-driven experience focused on atmosphere.

    • “What this game did really well was create an atmosphere that was creepy, and at times, unsettling.”
    • “The narration is slow-paced and well constructed, the ambience is on point, and the atmosphere is simply phenomenal.”
    • “If you're in the mood for an atmospheric, unsettling game then 'There's Something in the Ice' should definitely be on your radar.”
    • “It's really a shame, because the graphics and atmosphere are on point, but it's all let down by terrible AI voice acting, questionable writing, and murky objectives.”
    • “Atmosphere is unsettling and creepy in itself but very predictable, sadly.”
    • “The atmosphere the whole game is paralyzing.”
  • graphics
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game receive a generally positive reception, with many players praising the stunning visuals and immersive environments that enhance the overall experience. However, some critiques highlight inconsistencies, such as average visuals in certain areas and technical issues that detract from the enjoyment. Overall, while the graphics are often described as impressive, they are sometimes overshadowed by other gameplay elements.

    • “Graphics and audio were amazing, which helps with immersion.”
    • “Superb environment and even better sound; the aesthetics were incredible.”
    • “Great story, great graphics and optimization, great controls, and just an overall great experience.”
    • “The visuals are average, as is the audio.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and fail to impress.”
    • “The graphics lack detail and feel outdated.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily a walking simulator that emphasizes story and atmosphere rather than traditional mechanics like puzzles or survival elements. While it may not be extremely scary, it effectively builds a tense atmosphere throughout its 90-120 minute experience, which many players find justifies the fair price point.

    • “Price point is very fair for a 90-120 minute gameplay.”
    • “Before you buy, please be aware that this is a walking simulator that entirely focuses on story and atmosphere, so please refrain from buying it and then give a negative review because you did not find any puzzle or survival mechanic.”
    • “It's not extremely scary but has a very tense atmosphere that builds throughout the gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including two major game-breaking glitches that can lead to frustration and loss of progress. Players have suggested the implementation of a checkpoint or save system to mitigate the impact of these glitches.

    • “The game itself is okay and graphically nice along with the snow outside, but this game was plagued with two game-breaking glitches that made me eventually give up.”
    • “Please add a checkpoint system or a save system in your game so at least if the game glitches out, it won't be that bad.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its excellent optimization, which enhances the overall experience alongside its compelling story, impressive graphics, and responsive controls.

    • “Great story, great graphics, and optimization, great controls, and just an overall great experience.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong desire for a soundtrack to accompany the game's background music, indicating that the existing music is engaging and enhances the overall experience.

    • “The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
    • “I need a soundtrack for this game's background music!”
    • “The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety.”
    • “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere at all.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story unengaging and lacking depth, as well as noting that the quests feel aimless and fail to evoke any fear or excitement. Overall, the game does not succeed in creating an emotional connection with players.

  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of creepy atmosphere and comedic elements, particularly through the portrayal of the monster, which some players found amusing despite the overall unsettling tone.

    • “You made it creepy with the atmosphere, but the monster was kind of funny.”
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There's Something In The Ice is a simulation game.

There's Something In The Ice is available on PC and Windows.

There's Something In The Ice was released on March 25, 2024.

There's Something In The Ice was developed by JustTomcuk.

There's Something In The Ice has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

There's Something In The Ice is a single player game.

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