Under The Warehouse
- March 23, 2022
- GoolWorks
"Under the Warehouse" is a puzzle-adventure game with pixelated graphics set in a surreal, mysterious warehouse complex. You'll collect items, solve puzzles, and interact with the workers to uncover the truth behind the warehouse and its strange happenings. With multiple endings to discover, your actions and decisions will shape your experience. If you encounter issues playing the game, try running it as an administrator.
Reviews
- The game features a captivating atmosphere and unique visuals that create an immersive experience.
- Gameplay includes well-designed puzzles and a compelling storyline that keeps players engaged.
- The sound design and ambient effects enhance the overall tension and immersion of the game.
- The gameplay heavily relies on key hunts, which some players find tedious and less enjoyable.
- Replayability is limited, as the element of surprise diminishes after the first playthrough.
- Audio quality, particularly the music, could be improved to better fit the game's atmosphere.
- atmosphere14 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "Under the Warehouse" is highly praised for its immersive and whimsical qualities, enhanced by impressive lighting effects and a captivating soundtrack. Reviewers note the game's ability to create a tense and foreboding environment, making it a compelling choice for fans of atmospheric exploration and survival horror. Overall, the game's unique vibe and detailed settings contribute to a satisfying and engaging experience.
“The lighting effects are particularly impressive, creating an immersive and realistic atmosphere.”
“Under the warehouse excels in creating a tense and foreboding atmosphere.”
“The writing is best described as 'whimsical', which only adds to the atmosphere.”
“Great ambiance and atmosphere, really sucks you in and creates a very specific and thick vibe, which is hard to describe but so satisfying.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a simple key-hunting mechanic, but it is enhanced by well-connected levels with various passages and shortcuts that add to the fun. Players engage in uncovering secrets within an abandoned warehouse, facing challenges that provide several hours of immersive gameplay. While the experience is generally enjoyable, some users suggest that a more streamlined approach to completing tasks would improve the overall experience.
“However, the initial playthrough is lengthy enough to provide several hours of engaging gameplay, making it well worth the price of admission.”
“With its engaging gameplay, stunning graphics, intriguing storyline, and exceptional sound design, it offers a memorable and captivating experience.”
“The gameplay is fine, but I feel like it needs an easier method of completing each task.”
“The gameplay revolves around uncovering the secrets of an abandoned warehouse while overcoming various challenges and obstacles.”
“If you enjoy first-person exploration/adventure games with a unique, dreamy atmosphere (and can tolerate key-hunt focused gameplay), give it a try.”
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The storyline of "Under the Warehouse" is a standout feature, praised for its well-paced narrative and unexpected twists that keep players engaged. However, some reviewers feel it could benefit from deeper storytelling elements, as parts of the game feel more like a fetch quest than a true adventure. Overall, the story contributes significantly to the game's captivating experience, despite some room for improvement.
“The storyline of Under the Warehouse is a major highlight.”
“The story is well-paced and filled with unexpected twists and turns, ensuring that players remain intrigued and invested in the outcome.”
“With its engaging gameplay, stunning graphics, intriguing storyline, and exceptional sound design, it offers a memorable and captivating experience.”
“The game feels like a fetch quest instead of an actual puzzle game without a true adventure.”
“☐ no story”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their unique retro horror style, featuring a fever-dream-like map design that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals, particularly the PS1 aesthetic, which complements the game's engaging gameplay and intriguing storyline. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's memorable and captivating atmosphere.
“With its engaging gameplay, stunning graphics, intriguing storyline, and exceptional sound design, it offers a memorable and captivating experience.”
“The graphics are insane.”
“The visuals make for a very unique experience, with the combination of the retro horror style and a fever-dream-esque map design.”
“I really like the PS1 graphics, fitting the chat text and lack of character dialogue.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric qualities, with eerie ambient sounds and a captivating soundtrack that enhances immersion. However, some players feel that the music resembles that of a PS1 game and suggest it could benefit from a more fitting ambient style akin to titles like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. Overall, while the atmosphere is well-received, there are mixed opinions on the appropriateness of the music.
“The combination of eerie ambient sounds, distant echoes, and subtle background music greatly contributes to the overall immersion.”
“Amazing atmosphere and soundtrack.”
“The music in the game is amazing and the atmosphere is great.”
“The music in the game sounds like something from a PS1 game, but it just doesn't fit the overall atmosphere.”
“The music could definitely benefit from a more ambient feel, similar to the soundscapes of Silent Hill, Resident Evil, or The Evil Within.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
While "Under the Warehouse" provides a compelling single-player experience, its replayability is considered limited, making the initial playthrough the most rewarding aspect of the game.
“While the game offers a compelling single-player experience, its replayability value is relatively limited.”
“While Under the Warehouse offers a compelling single-player experience, its replayability value is relatively limited.”
“Although its replayability might be limited, the initial playthrough is well worth the investment.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-executed, contributing significantly to its overall atmosphere and enjoyment.
“But this one is really well done with lots of atmosphere and humor.”