Vacancy Unlimited
- April 6, 2022
- Noah Lewin
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Get on itch.io Store"Vacancy Unlimited" is a psychological horror game where you must manage a mysterious hotel with fluctuating dimensions. As the lone employee, you'll encounter enigmatic guests, face malevolent forces, and unravel the hotel's cryptic secrets to survive. Each decision you make drastically alters the narrative and creates a uniquely terrifying experience. is the summary for "Vacancy Unlimited".]
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Reviews
- The gameplay is fun and fast-paced, with solid gunplay and a wide variety of weapons to choose from.
- The movement mechanics are enjoyable, providing a sense of fluidity and excitement during combat.
- Despite its rough edges, the game offers a unique charm and is considered a good value for its low price.
- The game suffers from repetitive objectives and a lack of enemy variety, leading to a monotonous experience.
- Technical issues, such as choppy frame rates and inconsistent movement, detract from the overall enjoyment.
- The story and game mechanics are poorly explained, leaving players confused about objectives and gameplay elements.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it convoluted and lacking engagement, often feeling like a disjointed collection of events rather than a cohesive narrative. While some appreciate the unique setting and potential for expansion within the developer's universe, others criticize the storytelling as simplistic and poorly executed, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the gameplay is praised, but the story leaves much to be desired.
“Solid gunplay, solid movement, story is pretty good, unique art style.”
“However crude its art assets might appear, the game plays tightly, has a surprisingly interesting setting (which makes me want to check out the other games in the dev's ambitious expanded universe) and a broad selection of weapons and mission objectives to complete.”
“I think I reached the end of the available content, because I have all the achievements and what remains of the map doesn't unlock even though I leveled a lot, which is a shame considering I wanted to complete the story but even then it's a pretty nice start.”
“The little bit of story I saw was just things kind of happen, you get a character to show up and they exposition at you and you don't care; it was more boring than the gameplay.”
“The story, finally, is expectedly terrible, with the general air of a third-grader's free writing assignment.”
“The story is horribly convoluted and I lost my favorite weapon due to a glitch...”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring a solid core loop of exploration and combat, though it can become repetitive over time. Players have noted issues with unclear mechanics and sensitive prompts that can disrupt the experience, but once familiarized, many find a satisfying rhythm in leveling up and experimenting with a wide array of weapons. Overall, while the gameplay has its rough edges, it remains fun and engaging.
“Great gameplay and a story that leaves you just as confused as when you walked in.”
“There are rough edges, mostly around the explanation of its game mechanics - I had to replay levels a couple of times to figure out what my objectives were and what they looked like - but after a few introductory stages, you settle into a really pleasant groove, and can concentrate simply on leveling up, unlocking skills, and sampling a frankly staggering selection of guns.”
“The gameplay has a nice balance of relaxing as you search for weapons and ammo before the frantic hordes come upon you (usually in tight spaces) just before the end of the level.”
“The little bit of story I saw was just things kind of happen, you get a character to show up and they exposition at you and you don't care; it was more boring than the gameplay.”
“Game mechanics are not well explained.”
“Doing the same objectives on every level is a bit repetitive, and the prompts are a bit too sensitive. You end up accidentally changing weapons or skipping dialogue quite a bit; maybe it's only bad on mechanical keyboards though.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game feature a unique, simplistic art style reminiscent of retro aesthetics, often compared to a "Microsoft Paint" look. While some may initially underestimate the visuals, players find that the graphics complement the solid gameplay and engaging story, enhancing the overall experience.
“Solid gunplay, solid movement, story is pretty good, unique art style.”
“I like the art style and simplicity of the game too.”
“First things first, do not let the graphics fool you; underneath the Microsoft Paint aesthetic lies a damn good, though short, retro FPS.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“I was disappointed by the low-resolution textures and bland character models.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the monetization aspect lacks engaging ad animations, suggesting that even simple effects like zooming could enhance the experience. Additionally, the zoom feature inadvertently increases the hitmarker size, which may affect gameplay.
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constantly being bombarded by ads.”
“I feel like the game is designed to push players towards spending money rather than providing a fair experience.”
“The in-game purchases are way too expensive for what they offer, making it frustrating to progress without spending real money.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in "Vacancy Unlimited" to be both unexpectedly entertaining and delightfully absurd, with many initially skeptical about its quality but ultimately charmed by its comedic elements.
“I looked at Vacancy Unlimited and thought it looked hilariously awful, but I gave it a try nonetheless, mainly due to the overwhelmingly positive user reviews.”
“The humor in this game is so clever and unexpected; it had me laughing out loud at every turn!”
“I love how the game blends absurdity with wit, making even the most mundane tasks feel entertaining.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game features an enjoyable soundtrack that evokes nostalgia, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Duke Nukem 2 and Wrack.
“The soundtrack is enjoyable to listen to; it reminds me of Duke Nukem 2 and Wrack.”
