Trap welcome to Beryl Part 1
- May 2, 2018
- Jucar
Get on SteamImportant! Only the first chapter is free, to unlock the entire game you need to buy the DLC. Welcome to Beryl Hotel: After receiving a disturbing letter from his brother, our protagonist decides to go looking for him at the hotel Beryl. He will soon discover the strangeness of the places, the objects, the paintings, the shadows and the terrifying models moving, speaking, living of their own wi…
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Reviews
- The game has a great atmosphere with impressive pixel art and sound design that enhances the horror experience.
- The story is intriguing and keeps players engaged, with some genuinely scary moments and effective jump scares.
- It's a free game that serves as a decent introduction to the series, leaving players wanting more and eager for future chapters.
- The gameplay suffers from unintuitive controls and excessive backtracking, making it frustrating at times.
- Many puzzles are overly simplistic or illogical, leading to confusion and a lack of challenge.
- The game has several technical issues, including bugs and poor English translation, which detract from the overall experience.
- story47 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally described as intriguing and bizarre, with a mix of horror elements that keep players engaged, though some find it confusing or lacking depth. While many appreciate the atmosphere and plot twists, others criticize the linearity and pacing, noting that excessive backtracking detracts from the narrative experience. Overall, players express a desire to see how the story unfolds in future chapters, indicating a strong interest in its potential despite some flaws.
“A very nice game with a fascinating story.”
“The story is intriguing and thrilling enough to keep you on your toes.”
“The jump scares are great and I love the story so far.”
“I won't buy the chapters even if the story could have hooked me into them.”
“It wasn't interesting or long enough to hook me on the story, and the hitbox for doors, items, and people are really wonky.”
“I has some potential for storytelling, but currently is 85% backtracking to perform very simple tasks that inch the story forward.”
- atmosphere17 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 12 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, the atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its effective use of sound design, art style, and classic horror elements, creating a creepy and immersive experience. While some reviews note that certain dialogue and tropes may detract from the overall impact, the game's ability to evoke tension and unease is consistently highlighted. The pixelated graphics and attention to detail in each area contribute to a strong, atmospheric horror experience that resonates well with players.
“The best free, mysterious, atmospheric, psychological, horrific point & click game I've ever played.”
“This game has great atmosphere - the art and sound design are nice, and the pixelated style really works for the horror genre.”
“The sound design is also fantastic; with sound effects scattered throughout to make your skin crawl and a soundtrack that sets a perfectly spooky, atmospheric scene.”
“The English was not very good; the grammar made the atmosphere feel wrong sometimes.”
“The presentation and atmosphere are well done, but in some parts, it feels like many classical horror tropes were just tied together.”
“Everything from the creepy atmosphere to jump scares felt lacking.”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it unintuitive and lacking depth, particularly criticizing the automatic item usage that diminishes puzzle complexity. Others appreciate the psychological elements and engaging puzzles, but overall, many describe it as basic and repetitive, leading to a lackluster experience.
“The gameplay is great.”
“It's such a good game for our generation, especially the psychological aspects of the gameplay, and the puzzles are amazing.”
“- consistent gameplay (no drastic changes made to it)”
“My biggest complaint about this game is the unintuitive gameplay.”
“The gameplay is kind of lackluster and suffers from the same issues as most other adventures, which decide that the protagonist automatically uses items - what kind of puzzles will remain then?”
“Boring and shallow gameplay; the story is a trope.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their unique and cohesive pixelated art style, which evokes a chill atmosphere while also delivering bold and sometimes cheesy visuals, such as bright green toxic goop and rivers of red blood. Many users appreciate the originality and appropriateness of the graphics, noting that they stand out even within the RPG Maker framework, contributing to an engaging and spooky experience. Overall, the pixel graphics are well-received, enhancing the game's aesthetic appeal.
“Nice graphics for the pixelated style it’s done in.”
“The big bold pixel graphics can be a bit cheesy with bright green toxic goop and rivers of red blood, but the whole experience is visually cohesive, bold and has genuine spoops-a-plenty.”
“Game is fully made with RPG Maker, however this gives an extraordinary graphic style.”
“The style of graphics is shocking... I've never seen anything like this in RPG Maker.”
“The big bold pixel graphics can be a bit cheesy with bright green toxic goop and rivers of red blood, but the whole experience is visually cohesive, bold, and has genuine scares aplenty.”
“Other than that, the pixel graphics are fine, and the story has potential, though it's a bit edgy and try-hard.”
- music10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received generally positive feedback, with players praising the soundtrack for its effectiveness in creating a spooky and atmospheric experience. While some users noted the absence of voice acting, the overall sound design, including sound effects, was highlighted as impressive. However, there are contrasting opinions, with a few players expressing dissatisfaction with the music quality.
“The soundtrack and sound effects are very effective.”
“The sound design is also fantastic; with sound effects scattered throughout to make your skin crawl and a soundtrack that sets a perfectly spooky, atmospheric scene.”
“Classic-style adventure game with cool music and a creepy atmosphere.”
“This game sucks. My 1060 gets frame drops. It is an indie game as well. The music is terrible; it cost nothing to make and is so bad.”
“The song 'Hotel California' entered my mind when I saw it was the end of the game... lol.”
“While there is no voice acting, generally the OST is totally alright, but I also have a knack for rainy nights.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by a particularly entertaining walkthrough that many recommend reading for its comedic value, even if players don't need assistance. The game balances its humor with genuinely scary moments, creating a unique blend of thrills and laughs.
“The walkthrough is hilarious, so even if you don't need the help, I recommend giving it a read.”
“Some are genuinely quite scary, and some are funny.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
