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Get on itch.io Store"Vapour" is a single-player action horror game with a maturity rating of 18. As the tortured warlock Charles, players battle through hordes of demons in spell-based combat, solve interactive puzzles, and explore a non-linear world filled withplatforming challenges and terror. With diminished powers and a haunting past, Charles seeks revenge on his captors in this experimental blend of shooter, action, puzzle, and platformer gameplay.
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Reviews
- The game has an interesting concept and aesthetic that some players find appealing.
- There are moments of genuine tension and atmosphere that can be engaging for horror fans.
- The game shows potential for improvement and could be enjoyable if the bugs are fixed.
- The game is riddled with game-breaking bugs, softlocks, and poor controls, making it nearly unplayable.
- There is a severe lack of direction and clarity in gameplay, leaving players confused about objectives.
- The overall execution feels unfinished, resembling an alpha or beta version rather than a polished product.
- stability14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of game-breaking glitches and bugs that significantly detract from the overall experience. Players describe it as feeling more like an unfinished product, with issues affecting controls, cutscenes, and gameplay mechanics, leading to frustration and disappointment. Despite its potential and appealing aesthetics, the pervasive instability has left many users feeling that it is not worth the investment.
“While I can appreciate Vapour's concept, nearly all of its good ideas are buried beneath the rough implementation and game-breaking glitches which pervade the whole experience.”
“Seems more like an early alpha or beta release than a finished game, very buggy. I had a cutscene bug out and send me back to my first save, which was the very beginning of the game.”
“Controls are so buggy it's just not fun; you have to jump up mountain cliffs with no idea where you're headed, which leads to some of the most frustrating moments I have had in gaming in a long time.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique aesthetic and atmosphere, while others criticize the execution, describing the visuals as buggy, clunky, and at times horrifyingly creepy. Despite the potential for a captivating art style, many users report significant performance issues and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the game has intriguing visual elements, it is hindered by technical flaws and inconsistent quality.
“When you're standing still, Vapour has some parts that look cool, by embracing all that edgy stuff, and creating a tiny world which adequately translates into its visuals into what I feel while playing.”
“Really great game in terms of effects, graphics, sounds, and atmosphere, but these unnecessary glitches just ruined the experience.”
“Platforming is good, graphics are horrifyingly creepy and bloody, and it's pretty simple if you look at your surroundings carefully.”
“The graphics are ugly, the animations are clunky, and the combat?”
“The game lags pretty bad on the fastest graphics settings even though my computer has the strength to run just about any new game and the highest graphics.”
“The art style and characters are neat looking but so erratic it's just not ready yet.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as ambitious and interesting, with a unique concept that shows potential, though it suffers from poor execution and bugs. While some players found the narrative engaging and reminiscent of old-school games, others noted it was not particularly strong overall. Despite its flaws, the story offers a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life.
“It's very ambitious for a Unity game, and what is here is a fairly cool concept and an interesting story.”
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“-one gory and twisted plot -damn right!”
“This game has incredible potential. I love the aesthetic and the story, but it's poorly executed and incredibly buggy. Very unfortunate.”
“There are some downsides to this game (bugs, story) though.”
“Anyway, I really liked the game, and for a very small indie development team for their first game, it's not bad at all. Anyone who has the time, patience, and persistence to finish this game will be rewarded with nostalgia of the old school games, where gameplay made the game and not the story.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its dark and eerie qualities, creating an unsettling experience that captivates players. However, issues such as annoying jump scares, visual glitches, and a sense of incompleteness detract from the overall immersion. While the ambient soundtracks enhance the atmosphere, many reviewers suggest waiting for improvements before fully committing to the game.
“The only real positives I can mention is the lack of hand-holding (no magical markers to follow) and the fairly decent atmospheric ambient track that plays repeatedly.”
“Yeah, it has some bugs, it still feels a little unfinished, but that diabolic atmosphere hooked me up.”
“This game by far has one of the most eerie, unsettling atmospheres in any horror game I have played.”
“Really great game with impressive effects, graphics, sounds, and atmosphere, but these unnecessary glitches really messed it up.”
“Yeah, it has some bugs and feels a little unfinished, but that diabolical atmosphere hooked me.”
“I love the atmosphere and the idea as a whole, but I would only recommend this game if the developers smooth it out. Until then, I recommend saving your money for something else.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Vapour is noted for its interesting world and mechanics, but players have expressed frustration with persistent bugs and a lack of updates since its release eight years ago. While the game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of old-school titles, navigating its broken mechanics can be challenging, requiring significant patience and persistence from players. Overall, it is seen as a commendable effort from a small indie team, but the gameplay experience is marred by technical issues.
“Anyway, I really liked the game, and for a very small indie development team for their first game, it's not a bad game at all. Anyone who has the time, patience, and persistence to finish this game will be rewarded with nostalgia of the old school games, where the gameplay made the game and not the story.”
“I found the world's mechanics to be pretty interesting, but as of writing this in 2023, 8 years after its release, nothing has ever been fixed.”
“Ignore the playtime I've supposedly put in, because for every 15 minutes of actual gameplay, I spent an hour trying to figure out where to go next.”
“My final playthrough was the culmination of my hours thrown away adapting to the game's broken mechanics.”
“Anyone who has the time, patience, and persistence to finish this game will be rewarded with nostalgia of the old school games, where the gameplay made the game and not the story.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, contributing to a strong ambiance that players appreciate. While some voice acting may come off as excessive, the overall sound design, including nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic games, enhances the experience and provides moments of relaxation.
“I've just started playing it and I already love the ambiance and the music :) and man do I love that guy Charles, so badass!”
“Most of the old school elements were there, flooding rooms, boulder runs, switch puzzles, as well as the old memory/tune puzzle (much like Fallout 3's musical tune puzzle).”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is notably poor, with users reporting significant issues related to shadows, lighting, and water effects. Performance problems, including bugs and glitchy swimming controls, detract from the overall experience, making gameplay frustrating.
“Shadows, lights, and water are very poorly optimized.”
“There is not much sense in playing this game because it is riddled with bugs and performance issues.”
“Glitchy, stuttering swimming controls.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by moments that can provoke genuine laughter, such as the amusing cackling face, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the experience.
“Some characters, like the cackling face, will have you bursting out laughing.”
“The witty dialogue and clever puns keep the humor fresh and engaging.”
“The absurd situations and quirky characters create a hilarious atmosphere throughout the game.”
