Uventa
- August 24, 2018
- BlackRat
Get on Steam"Uventa" is a first-person horror game based on a true story, set in an abandoned Soviet-era school. It offers a psychological horror experience without "screamers," featuring an interactive environment, atmospheric original soundtrack, and challenging puzzles. The game builds tension towards an unpredictable finale, making it a thrilling and unique horror adventure.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a creepy atmosphere reminiscent of titles like Outlast and Penumbra, effectively creating tension.
- Some graphics and location details are well done, showcasing real-life Soviet-era posters and contributing to the overall aesthetic.
- The game is engaging enough for a short playthrough, providing moments of suspense and exploration.
- Controls are floaty and clunky, making movement difficult and frustrating during gameplay.
- The story feels disjointed and unearned, with many players finding it confusing and lacking depth.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, crashes, and performance issues, making it unplayable for many users.
- story10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it uninteresting, confusing, or feeling tacked on, while others appreciated its intriguing elements and engaging puzzles. Some noted a surprising twist at the end, though it felt unearned to many. Overall, the narrative seems to take a backseat to gameplay, leading to a lack of depth and coherence for several players.
“Graphic, story, the dark light and sounds are perfect for this scenario.”
“Very interesting storyline!”
“The story is cool and puzzles are very interesting.”
“The story feels tacked on.”
“Story is a backseat for most of the way and then there's a hilarious 'revelation' at the end which comes completely unearned out of left field and was almost enough to push this to a not recommended.”
“Also the story was very confusing.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for being immersive and creepy, with strong graphics and effective sound design that enhances the tension. While some reviews note weaknesses, many highlight the game's ability to create a suspenseful environment without relying on cheap jump scares, making it a compelling experience for players seeking atmospheric horror. Overall, it leaves a strong first impression and maintains a sense of pressure throughout.
“Very atmospheric game.”
“The game has an interesting atmosphere (which is not based on cheap jumpscares), the graphics are very good, I liked the voices/music very much.”
“Beautiful and atmospheric horror which constantly keeps you in suspense.”
“This also makes the game atmosphere very weak.”
“Creepy atmosphere with the odd tense moment of hiding; sound design is okay except for the cheesy dialogue.”
“The atmosphere is putting you under pressure.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around exploration, collecting codes and keys to unlock new areas, but is described as basic and slow-paced, lacking tension. While some minor bugs exist, they do not significantly detract from the experience. Additionally, the controls have received criticism for being poorly designed, particularly for PC users.
“The basic gameplay involves exploring the area, picking up codes and keys, and unlocking more of the school.”
“Yes, some small bugs are present, but they do not negatively affect the gameplay.”
“It had its creepy moments and offered enjoyable gameplay.”
“Controls: 2.1/10. The basic PC controls weren't well thought out compared to the gameplay, and there are no controller capabilities.”
“Gameplay itself has been pretty basic so far - avoid the baddie and pick up keys, meaning the game is quite slow-paced and lacks a lot of tension.”
“It had its creepy moments and even had okay gameplay.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for creating an interesting atmosphere and complementing the story, with many noting the effective use of light and sound. However, some criticism arises regarding character textures, which can appear less polished, resembling play-doh even at maximum settings. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's ambiance.
“The game has an interesting atmosphere (which is not based on cheap jumpscares), the graphics are very good, I liked the voices/music very much.”
“The graphics and ambient are great.”
“Graphic, story, the dark light and sounds are perfect for this scenario.”
“Even on max graphics, your skin looks like it was made from Play-Doh.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the creepy atmosphere and overall experience, with users noting its quality and effectiveness in complementing the visuals and character design.
“The game has an interesting atmosphere (which is not based on cheap jumpscares), the graphics are very good, and I liked the voices and music very much.”
“The creepy atmosphere, music, and characters make this an amazing experience!”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant frame rate drops below 20fps on mid-range hardware, while others with higher specifications report smooth performance. Overall, optimization appears to vary greatly depending on the player's system capabilities.
“Game performance: ran smoothly on my specs, but they are higher than average.”
“The optimization in this game allows for a seamless experience, even on mid-range hardware.”
“I was impressed with how well the game runs on lower-end systems, showcasing great optimization.”
“At times, the game had significant optimization issues, with the frame rate dropping below 20fps on a GTX 1060, i7-7700, and Windows 7.”
“The game runs smoothly on my specifications, but they are higher than average.”
“Despite having decent hardware, I experienced frequent stuttering and frame drops, indicating poor optimization.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users frequently encountering bugs and glitches, including clipping through objects and poor AI pathfinding. These problems detract from the overall experience and suggest a need for further optimization.
“First, although I am not sure if it was bugs, the game did feel very buggy many times.”
“Numerous bugs and glitches, clipping through doors and objects, bad AI and pathfinding are the biggest problems.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely inconsistent, with a surprising and unearned comedic revelation at the end that some players found off-putting, nearly detracting from their overall enjoyment.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing and unexpected punchlines that keep you laughing throughout.”
“I found myself chuckling at the witty dialogue and absurd situations the characters found themselves in.”
“The comedic timing is perfect, making even the most mundane tasks feel entertaining and fun.”
