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Under Lock

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69%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
69% User Score Based on 72 reviews

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Under Lock is a single player and multiplayer survival action adventure game with horror and thriller themes. It was developed by NioTum and was released on January 12, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Under Lock is a multiplayer asymmetrical PvP horror game for 5 players (4 survivors versus 1 monster). Take the role of a survivor with the goal to outsmart the monster and escape from lockdown. Or choose one from several unique monsters to hunt down and devour the victims.

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69%Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews
music4 positive mentions
stability8 negative mentions
  • The game has a unique concept and combines elements from popular horror games like Phasmophobia and Dead by Daylight, making it fun to play with friends.
  • The atmosphere, monster design, and sound effects are well-crafted, providing a genuinely creepy experience.
  • The developer is responsive to feedback and actively works on updates, showing potential for future improvements.
  • The game suffers from a lack of player base, making it difficult to find matches unless playing with friends.
  • There are significant bugs and performance issues, especially in VR, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • The game is no longer in active development, leading to concerns about its long-term viability and potential for growth.

  • stability

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting numerous bugs, clunky controls, and poor optimization. Many players note that the game has not received updates for a long time, leading to a perception of it being "dead" and unpolished since its release. While some acknowledge minor issues as expected shortly after launch, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with its current state.

    • “The actual problem now is the game is dead, stopped being updated ages ago and is very buggy in its current state.”
    • “The controls are clunky (inventory system is bad & opening a door is much harder than it should be), the game is buggy, the optimization isn't good enough, and the gameplay is too simple.”
    • “The first time I played was directly at release and it was a buggy mess, glitching through doors just by putting your head in, etc.”

  • gameplay

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 62% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions

    The gameplay is criticized for being overly simplistic, revolving around finding keys or passcodes to progress, which can become tedious. Players report clunky controls, a problematic inventory system, and various bugs that hinder the experience, alongside poor optimization. Overall, the gameplay lacks depth and polish, leading to frustration.

    • “The controls are clunky (inventory system is bad & opening a door is much harder than it should be), the game is buggy, the optimization isn't good enough, and the gameplay is too simple.”
    • “The gameplay is simple: keep looking for keys or passcodes that match the door until you exit.”
    • “I have 18 minutes of gameplay, because I was waiting around for a server.”

  • atmosphere

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creepiness and intensity, with exceptional monster design, haunting music, and immersive sound effects that enhance the overall experience. Many players express surprise at the quality given that the game is still in early access, eagerly anticipating multiplayer sessions to test their survival skills.

    • “The atmosphere, textures, sounds, music, etc. can't believe this is only early access! Can't wait to try with other players how long I will survive in this game.”
    • “The visuals are good, the music is terrifying, and the atmosphere is intense.”
    • “The atmosphere, textures, sounds, music, etc. can't believe this is only early access. Can't wait to try with other players how long I will survive in this game.”
    • “Atmosphere and monster design is pretty creepy, much scarier than other similar games.”

  • music

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is described as terrifying and integral to creating an intense atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the high-quality sound design and atmospheric textures, noting that it evokes a sense of fear reminiscent of titles like Dead by Daylight. Overall, the early access version impresses with its immersive audio elements.

    • “The visuals are good, the music is terrifying, and the atmosphere is intense.”
    • “The maps and soundtracks feel very good, as in scary good, and the options we have now are reminiscent of Dead by Daylight's introductory methods.”
    • “The atmosphere, textures, sounds, and music are incredible; I can't believe this is only early access!”

  • story

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The reviews indicate that users are experiencing issues with the game not launching on the Oculus Quest 2, which detracts from their ability to engage with the story.

  • grinding

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as the large maps become repetitive and the strategies to counter opponents are quickly learned, leading to a diminished fun factor after just a couple of hours.

    • “The fun factor only lasted 2 hours because the maps are big yet tedious, and you quickly figure out how to counter the killers and what to expect.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “After a while, the grind becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”

  • optimization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game's optimization has been criticized for being inadequate, with users reporting clunky controls, a problematic inventory system, and various bugs that hinder the overall experience. Additionally, the gameplay is perceived as overly simplistic, further detracting from the game's performance.

    • “The controls are clunky (the inventory system is bad and opening a door is much harder than it should be), the game is buggy, the optimization isn't good enough, and the gameplay is too simple.”

  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are generally praised for their quality, contributing to an intense atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The visuals are stunning, the music is terrifying, and the atmosphere is intense.”
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Under Lock is a survival action adventure game with horror and thriller themes. Common tags for Under Lock include first-person, 3D, indie, exploration, atmospheric and others.

Under Lock is available on PC, Virtual Reality and Windows.

Under Lock was released on January 12, 2021.

Under Lock was developed by NioTum.

Under Lock has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Under Lock for its music but disliked it for its stability.

Under Lock is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Damned, White Noise 2, Haunt Chaser, Forsake, Pandemic Express: Zombie Escape and others.