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Vicious Cycle

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59%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, story
gameplay, graphics
100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

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Vicious Cycle is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by BraveTraveller and was released on September 17, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Vicious Cycle is a first person Horror game where you venture into a dark forest by bike and on foot. The demo has two parts: Brave a ride on the bike trail and the traps the forest has laid for you. Next, Escape Ashford Stables by solving puzzles and hiding from the creatures that lurk within. Can you survive the bike trail? With only your Bicycle light as a guide, ride through the first…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features an interesting and atmospheric horror experience with a well-unfolding story and engaging puzzles.
  • The unique bike trials add a fun and challenging element, breaking up the tension of the horror gameplay.
  • The sound design and first-person perspective create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • Some sections can be frustrating, particularly with stamina management and navigating chases.
  • Puzzles can be overly simple or vague, leading to moments of confusion without an in-game journal.
  • The hitbox mechanics for biking can feel inconsistent compared to on-foot movement.
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, enhanced by effective sound design and a first-person perspective that heightens tension. Players appreciate the unfolding story through environmental storytelling and notes, which contribute to a rich and engaging lore. Overall, the atmosphere is described as strong and compelling, making for a captivating horror experience.

    • “An interesting and atmospheric horror game with a story that unfolds nicely through the notes you find along the way.”
    • “It has a great atmosphere; the sound design and first-person perspective really put you on edge.”
    • “I thought the ambient sound and atmosphere was really strong, with some cool lore hidden in the environment.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features an engaging and atmospheric horror story that unfolds through collectible notes, creating a captivating experience. Players appreciate the unique "pagan" theme and the thrill of the chase, making it a worthwhile short play at a low price. Overall, the narrative successfully hooks players from the beginning while offering fresh gameplay mechanics.

    • “An interesting and atmospheric horror game with a story that unfolds nicely through the notes you find along the way.”
    • “If you like the thrill of a constant chase and an interesting 'pagan' style story, I don't see any harm in you trying this at its low price and ��1.5hr playtime.”
    • “The story hooked me from the start, and the mechanics felt fresh and fun.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features challenging bike mechanics that are engaging, alongside a decent off-the-seat experience that supports progression. Players find the story captivating, and the overall mechanics are described as fresh and enjoyable.

    • “The bike mechanics were challenging and difficult at times, but really engaging!”
    • “The story hooked me from the start, and the mechanics felt fresh and fun.”
    • “The gameplay felt repetitive and lacked variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
    • “The pacing of the gameplay was off, leading to frustrating moments that broke immersion.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics feature a retro aesthetic that complements the game's blend of puzzle-solving and horror elements, creating an engaging atmosphere that enhances the sense of urgency and tension.

    • “The retro aesthetic beautifully blends with the modern graphics, creating a unique visual experience.”
    • “The game's graphics are stunning, immersing you in a world filled with intricate details and vibrant colors.”
    • “The combination of retro and horror elements in the graphics keeps you on the edge of your seat while solving puzzles.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game visually unappealing.”
    • “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
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Vicious Cycle is a survival action adventure game with horror theme.

Vicious Cycle is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Vicious Cycle.

Vicious Cycle was released on September 17, 2025.

Vicious Cycle was developed by BraveTraveller.

Vicious Cycle has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its gameplay.

Vicious Cycle is a single player game.

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