We Used to Play Here

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We Used to Play Here is a single player action adventure game with horror and thriller themes. It was developed by ThreeFrauds and was released on December 19, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Daniel wakes up to the same nightmare every night. A girl who will not let him go. When he discovers a missing child report that connects her to his childhood home, he is forced to return to a place filled with unsettling memories and terrifying games he once played with the boy next door. What begins as a search for truth quickly becomes a descent into blurred memories and creeping dread. The li…

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

story8 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The atmospheric and eerie setting creates a strong horror experience, with effective jump scares that work well, especially on first playthrough.
The story is dark, engaging, and has multiple endings that encourage replayability and add depth to the narrative.
Puzzles and mini-games offer variety and fun, providing an enjoyable challenge despite some difficulty spikes.

Some puzzles, especially the coloring and wire-zapping mini-games, can be frustrating and tedious, with no skip option available.
The game suffers from poor quality-of-life features, such as lack of checkpoints, no resolution adjustments, and no options to skip repeated cutscenes or puzzles.
Certain graphics and jump scares feel outdated or awkward, with some art occasionally appearing AI-generated and many enemies having low-quality visuals.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is widely praised for its dark, eerie atmosphere and strong, immersive storytelling that keeps players engaged and eager for more. While some find it messy or less polished, most appreciate the multiple endings, plot twists, and overall gripping narrative that complements the horror experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly eerie and unsettling, and the story really pulled me in.”
- “Very immersive with great storytelling.”
- “The plot twist leaves you on the edge of your seat, wanting to know more.”
- “The story is worse than bad parenting.”
- “I kind of liked the story, but it just felt messy.”
- “A messed up story driven horror mixed with a tiny sprinkle of backrooms.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its engaging and sometimes scary elements, solid story integration, and enjoyable puzzle challenges. Players find it fun and entertaining, offering a magnificent and humorous experience throughout.
- “I was pleasantly surprised with the gameplay and how scary it was.”
- “Pretty solid story and fun gameplay overall.”
- “Full of super hilarious moments and fun gameplay magnificent experience.”
- “The start of the game has no bearing on the actual gameplay you go through; brewing coffee and answering your phone to be a detective.”
- “Liked the gameplay.”
- “This game is over 1 hour of gameplay.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics receive mixed feedback, with some users criticizing the outdated, PS1-era enemy designs and occasional AI-like art, which can undermine jump scares. However, the overall visuals, lighting, and artistic style are praised and contribute positively to the game's atmosphere and storytelling.
- “To be honest, I love the graphics of this game.”
- “All bar one enemy has PS1-era graphics, so when they do jump scare you, the scariest part is your laughter.”
- “Some of the art occasionally felt a bit AI-like, but despite that, the game still delivers strongly in terms of visuals, storytelling, and interactions.”
- “The visuals and lighting are a big highlight, and overall, I walked away very satisfied with my time in the game.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its eerie, tense, and unsettling qualities, creating a consistently frightening experience that effectively enhances the horror elements and immerses players in the story.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly eerie and unsettling, and the story really pulled me in.”
- “Really good horror game, way scarier than the first one, the atmosphere feels tense from start to finish, and the scares actually work.”
- “I love the horror atmosphere and scary surprise scenes that terrify players as they complete objectives.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor is consistently hilarious, contributing to a fun and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “Full of super hilarious moments and fun gameplay, a magnificent experience”