Unnatural

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Unnatural is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Hosted Games and was released on July 19, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Unnatural" is a game where monsters are real and players join the Supernatural Response Team, an organization created after the first proof of the existence of supernatural beings. As a member of this team, players investigate and combat otherworldly threats to protect humanity, uncovering a darker side of humanity in the process. The game offers a thrilling blend of action, investigation, and horror elements, with a focus on strategic planning and teamwork.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 678 reviews

story123 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating and immersive story that keeps players engaged.
Players appreciate the ability to choose their character's gender and the inclusion of optional romances.
The game has high replay value due to multiple outcomes and choices that affect the story.

The writing is plagued by grammatical errors and inconsistencies, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players report bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including issues with choices not registering.
The game is criticized for being too short and requiring payment for additional content, leaving some players feeling unsatisfied.

story
231 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
42%
5%
The story has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging premise and immersive narrative, while others criticize the writing quality, including frequent typos and rushed pacing. Some appreciate the optional romance elements and the variety of choices, but many feel that character development is lacking and that the plot can be predictable. Overall, while the story shows potential and has captivated some players, it suffers from inconsistencies and grammatical issues that detract from the experience.
- “I really loved the story; it was very interesting.”
- “The story is extremely well written.”
- “I absolutely loved this story and I'm pretty sure I played out every choice possible.”
- “At certain points, the story feels rushed, short, and doesn't stay consistent.”
- “Unfortunately, this story is plagued by typos.”
- “It's cliche, there's no character development, and the plot is very rushed and not immersive at all.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
Overall, the game offers high replayability due to its multiple endings and non-linear storytelling, allowing players to explore different choices and outcomes. However, some users noted that once a path is chosen, it can be difficult to switch to alternative routes, which may limit replay options for certain players. Despite this, the majority find the storytelling engaging enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “Overall, the story was a good read and your choices lead to enough variety that the game is replayable.”
- “The story is not-so-linear, giving it good replay value.”
- “Why would I pay 3 bucks for a story that seems a bit confusing at times and probably has up to no replay value.”
- “Overall the story was a good read and your choices lead to enough variety that the game is replayable.”
- “Many different outcomes for the ending make this game's replay value pretty high.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The stability of the game is a mixed bag, with some users experiencing significant issues such as freezing at launch and bugs that disrupt gameplay, particularly in relationship mechanics. However, others report a smooth experience with no glitches, indicating that stability may vary among players. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a notable concern for many, impacting their enjoyment and anticipation for a sequel.
- “I really like it; there are no glitches or bugs when played. I'm actually looking forward to the sequel if they decide to make one. *cough cough* hint hint, make a second!”
- “I'd like to play this, but can't, as the engine either freezes up at launch, or a few pages in.”
- “Would like it way more if it didn't get buggy halfway through and prevented me from choosing an answer.”
- “Great story, buggy relationships (Scar's being a prime example of that).”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, as while the storyline and gameplay are enjoyable, there are late-game loopholes that can make the experience feel repetitive.
- “The game has a decent storyline and offers a good amount of gameplay with the free people, but it ultimately leads to late-game loopholes that make it feel tedious.”
- “Grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Users express frustration with the monetization model, noting that while the game is advertised as free, significant content is locked behind in-app purchases, leading to dissatisfaction. Complaints also highlight issues with accessing paid content and the presence of ads, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I paid for the rest of the chapters in the in-game purchase, and now I'm stuck with no chapters. Please fix this problem.”
- “Why post the game as free on the app store if you're going to charge us after we install? I wish I could rate lower, but the app store says no. Some people will say it mentions in-app purchases, but with some of their other titles like 'Life of a Mercenary', it just gives you the option of turning off ads.”
- “Only the first part is free, and it comes with advertisements too.”
- “I paid for the rest of the chapters as an in-game purchase, and now I'm stuck with no chapters. Please fix this problem.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The optimization of the game is mixed; while some users report smooth performance and an engaging storyline, others experience significant stuttering that detracts from the overall experience.
- “Runs smoothly and the storyline is great!”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; it never lags or stutters, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Just stuttering and nothing happens.”
- “The game frequently lags, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant frame drops, which ruins the immersion.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of engagement, with users finding the storyline to be terribly boring and failing to evoke any meaningful feelings.
- “The storyline is terribly boring.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters is lacking.”
- “I felt no connection to the story or its characters.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay offers a decent storyline and a good amount of content, particularly for free players, but it has some late-game loopholes that can make it feel tedious. Overall, it provides about 2-3 hours of engaging playtime, making it a worthwhile investment.
- “It's a good 2-3 hours worth of gameplay for a fast reader, and it's well worth the money.”
- “Had a decent storyline and a good extent of gameplay with the free people, but it still had some late loopholes that made it a bit tedious.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is criticized for being minimal and clichéd, with a lack of options for growth and insufficient backstory for key characters. Reviewers note that the rushed plot further detracts from the immersive experience, leaving characters feeling underdeveloped.
- “There are no character development options with the bully/old friend, and there's very little backstory about the sparring partner other than their name, appearance, and fighting style.”
- “It's cliché; there's no character development, and the plot is very rushed and not immersive at all.”