Umbra
- December 20, 2022
- LesliePhillips
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Get on itch.io StoreBeing hopeless is the feeling you will encounter when you meet the dreadful situations that you will have to face in Umbra, an abyss where the worst horrors that a human can imagine reside, do you dare to face them? SYNOPSISWhile you try to find a way out, you will have an obstacle... Amon Morgan, with his thirst for blood, will do his best to destroy all hope of getting out of this hell.You are …
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a terrifying and relentless killer, creating a thrilling atmosphere that keeps players on edge.
- Photorealistic graphics and a claustrophobic setting enhance the horror experience, making it visually impressive.
- The gameplay is engaging with interesting puzzles and a great soundtrack, providing a fun and immersive horror experience.
- The game can be short, which may leave some players wanting more content.
- There are some control issues, such as the interaction and leaning mechanics being unintuitive.
- Glitches and level design relying on trial and error can lead to frustrating moments for players.
- music10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the horror and stealth experience, with many reviewers highlighting the perfect soundtrack that complements the gameplay. The combination of spooky soundtracks and impressive graphics contributes to the game's overall artistic quality, making it both entertaining and immersive. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that elevates the intensity of the game.
“The chases are interesting and the soundtrack is perfect.”
“Great horror/stealth game that features a great soundtrack and good map design.”
“This game is an amazing piece of artwork, from spooky horror soundtracks to amazing graphics.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game excels in creating a tense and immersive atmosphere, enhanced by masterful lighting effects that contribute to a sense of dread. Rather than relying solely on jump scares, it maintains a constant state of unease, effectively keeping players on edge and likely to experience genuine scares. Overall, it is well-received by horror game enthusiasts for its ability to evoke fear through atmosphere alone.
“I personally love that instead of pure jumpscares, the game creates a scary atmosphere that keeps you on alert.”
“Overall, this game provides an excellent atmosphere for the average horror game enjoyer and it will probably scare you a couple of times.”
“With great atmosphere and masterful lighting effects, the game creates a tense environment that will keep you on edge.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are frequently praised for their photorealism and artistic quality, contributing to a claustrophobic and immersive atmosphere reminiscent of the backrooms theme. Players appreciate the combination of stunning visuals and eerie soundtracks, with the game performing well on platforms like the Steam Deck. However, some users found the graphics and gameplay not to their personal taste.
“Photorealistic graphics, claustrophobic setting, and partly referable to the backrooms theme, scary and fun game.”
“This game is an amazing piece of artwork, from spooky horror soundtracks to amazing graphics.”
“It works very well on the Steam Deck and offers very good graphics.”
“I've played for approximately 10 minutes, but the gameplay and graphics weren't for me.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, praised for its compelling environment and strong controls that enhance the horror experience. While some players found it not to their taste, many recommend it for its effective exploration and psychological elements, making it a solid choice for horror game enthusiasts.
“Gameplay: this game has a nice feel to it and it really involves a very compelling environment which revolves around dark alleys as well as many psychological factors which can easily trigger that sensation of fear.”
“With good gameplay and good controls, it's enough for a positive recommendation!”
“Despite some small shortcomings, Umbra features strong gameplay, controls, and exploration, being a great recommendation for horror game fans this holiday 2022!”
“I've played for approximately 10 minutes, but the gameplay and graphics weren't for me.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, users report experiencing several glitches, such as clipping issues and menu overlaps, which detract from the gameplay experience. However, many believe these issues are minor and can be easily addressed in future patches, suggesting a generally stable foundation for the game.
“I experienced several glitches, such as clipping through a door, menus stacking over each other, and the illumination around some of the reflective backgrounds being too dark for my screen. These issues could be easily patched in the future.”
“The game has stability issues, including frequent crashes and lag during gameplay, which significantly detracts from the overall experience.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that affected my gameplay, including freezing and unexpected shutdowns, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for more development in the storyline, indicating that enhancing the narrative could significantly improve the overall experience. Additionally, they suggest the inclusion of a dedicated menu option for keyboard controls to allow for easier customization and visibility of keybinds.
