VOID CRAWLER

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VOID CRAWLER is a single player survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Ricardo Pratas and was released on April 3, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Void Crawler" , pilot a vehicle called 'The Mole' into Earth's void to harvest valuable material for Void Energies. As Marcus Everett, maintain Mole's battery, oil, and coolant, and utilize infrared camera/radar to navigate. Experience a first-person horror journey in a dystopian future, with challenging survival elements and eerie darkness to uncover.

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Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

atmosphere16 positive mentions

The atmosphere and world-building are superb, creating a creepy and immersive experience.
The game is well-paced and benefits from its short playtime, making it feel concise and engaging.
It showcases impressive sound design and a unique Lovecraftian theme, especially considering it was developed by a single person.

The game lacks clear direction in the initial moments, which can lead to confusion for new players.
Movement controls for the truck can be cumbersome, making navigation and map-checking frustrating.
The game is quite short, and some players may find the ending unsatisfying or lacking in depth.

atmosphere
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its superb world-building, immersive sound design, and a strong Lovecraftian influence, creating a claustrophobic and intense experience. While some players noted a lack of tension at times, the overall ambiance, enhanced by effective voice acting, contributes to a captivating and original environment that keeps players engaged. The atmospheric build-up is particularly highlighted, making for a memorable and eerie journey.
- “The world building and atmosphere in this game is superb and original.”
- “The atmosphere is top notch and the voice over work really adds to it.”
- “The jumpscares in this are not too much and not too little, the atmospheric build-up was fantastic, and it made me laugh, jump and hunt for more secrets as I venture deeper into the abyss each time.”
- “There’s a lack of tension and atmosphere.”
- “It's claustrophobic and has some intense atmosphere, but I feel the sound design is more immersive in the latter.”
- “Along the way, you are met with a Cthulhu-type/Lovecraft atmosphere and some very creepy experiences.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
27%
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the intriguing mystery and character backstory, while others feel that certain elements, like the dead daughter subplot, are underdeveloped and lack impact on the conclusion. The narrative is likened to familiar themes in other media, such as Lovecraftian horror, and while it is deemed satisfactory for an indie game, there is a desire for more creativity and depth in both the story and dialogue. Overall, the story is considered decent but could benefit from further exploration of its more poignant themes.
- “I found the mystery of the story/world interesting and I appreciate giving some backstory/motivation behind our character; however, I wish the creatures were a little more creative and not just more Lovecraftian squid-faced humanoids. I've seen far too much of this recently.”
- “Got exactly what I paid for and expected after what I saw IGP play in the demo. The story was pretty good for an indie game like this, with a lot of parts that made me look around to see if anything happened.”
- “It's mini story is not bad at all and honestly reminds me of the movie 'Underwater'.”
- “I would also have liked to see more done with the dead daughter element of the story; it is kind of stressed a few times and then doesn't seem to actually matter during the conclusion of the plot.”
- “The scares are alright, but the story is mediocre.”
- “The story and dialogue are very lackluster.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with users rating them 8.5/10. The visuals are noted for their impressive quality, despite the game's darker aesthetic, showcasing a significant improvement from previous iterations.
- “Graphically, it has taken a good step forward.”
- “This game is fairly dark, but the graphics you can see look amazing.”
- “Graphics: 8.5/10”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features solid mechanics that are well-executed, especially considering it was developed by a single individual. While the animations may not be top-tier, they are deemed satisfactory for the game's overall experience.
- “The game has pretty good mechanics, and while the animations are not amazing, they're definitely good for just one developer.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is highly praised, with users consistently rating it a perfect 10/10 for performance. This indicates that the game runs smoothly and efficiently across various systems.
- “Performance 10/10”
- “Performance 10/10”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is effectively balanced with its atmospheric tension, providing moments that elicit laughter alongside jumpscares, enhancing the overall experience as players explore deeper into the game.
- “The jumpscares in this are not too much and not too little; the atmospheric build-up was fantastic, and it made me laugh, jump, and hunt for more secrets as I venture deeper into the abyss each time.”