Welcome to the Game II

About

"Welcome to the Game II" is a horror/strategy game where you step into the role of investigative reporter Clint Edwards, searching for a woman named Amalea who's being hunted on the dark web. Guide Clint through the shadowy depths of the internet, solve puzzles, and evade hidden dangers to save Amalea before it's too late. Tread carefully, as the deep web holds many secrets and even more perils.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,908 reviews

gameplay41 positive mentions

grinding30 negative mentions

The game creates an intense atmosphere of paranoia and fear, making players feel like they are being watched.
Challenging gameplay that requires strategy and attention to detail, rewarding players for learning from their mistakes.
Unique concept of exploring the dark web with disturbing content that adds to the horror experience.

The game is plagued with bugs and glitches that can lead to frustrating experiences, such as getting stuck or losing progress.
Lack of clear tutorials and explanations for mechanics, making it difficult for new players to understand how to progress.
The difficulty can feel unfair at times, with random deaths and the need to restart from scratch after dying.

gameplay
183 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
69%
9%
The gameplay of this title is characterized by a steep learning curve, with many mechanics left unexplained, leading players to rely heavily on guides. While some find the challenging and strategic elements engaging, others criticize the repetitive and tedious nature of tasks, as well as the lack of a save feature, which can result in significant frustration. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of horror and puzzle-solving, but its execution may not appeal to everyone due to its complexity and reliance on trial and error.
- “One of a kind, really spooky even after hours of gameplay and doesn't fail to keep up the tension.”
- “Each step feels like a strategic move in a high-stakes chess game, adding depth and complexity to the gameplay.”
- “The atmosphere while playing, the many different killers, the game mechanics... this game is so awesome!”
- “Gameplay mechanics are barely explained, leaving it up to the player to figure most of them out.”
- “The gameplay is very tedious and spastic.”
- “Would not recommend because honestly the large amount of unexplained mechanics is just too frustrating.”
story
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
69%
5%
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its intriguing elements and character motivations, while others criticize it as weak, predictable, or lacking depth. Many find the narrative engaging enough to keep them invested, particularly through side quests like the dollmaker mission, but others feel it is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and repetitive elements. Overall, the story is seen as a blend of horror and mystery, with potential for improvement in clarity and depth.
- “Very good game with a well-done story. I didn't play the first one and just jumped to the second, but I think it doesn't matter. This game is absolutely wonderful for its movement, characters, and information. However, in my opinion, this game is better to watch than to play.”
- “Not only is there the threat of jumpscare kills, but the game has an unsettling (and actually pretty believable) storyline, and the player is kept constantly paranoid due to the possibility of dying and losing everything.”
- “The plot in the game is so interesting that I would like someone to make a film about it.”
- “There's a lot more I could drone on about - such as how the game's acting and story is stale and predictable, but I feel that those pale in comparison to the actual flaws of the game's mechanics themselves.”
- “Not even worth 1 Ethiopian birr, just a bunch of cheap jump scares with a lackluster story to force them onto you, kinda like getting beaten over the head with a Big Mac.”
- “It's understandable that a game based around mystery would be reluctant with information, however it seems that it's the wrong kind of information the game is stingy with, such as 'who exactly are we?' and 'how come we are the only ones caring about the serial killers lurking around?'”
atmosphere
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
55%
5%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its intense and immersive horror elements, creating a constant sense of unease and paranoia that keeps players on edge. Reviewers highlight the effective sound design, creepy visuals, and the feeling of being watched, which contribute to a uniquely terrifying experience. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered one of its strongest aspects, making it a must-play for fans of horror.
- “This game has a different level of atmospheric horror; 99% of the time I was on the edge of my seat, sweating and stressing out.”
- “The atmosphere and sound design are some of the best I've ever seen.”
- “The atmosphere is tense and creepy throughout.”
- “The atmosphere really does get the nerves grinding...”
- “The atmosphere in this game is terrifying, from the ambience, to the sounds you're not sure if you heard or not.”
graphics
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
50%
5%
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising their quality and aesthetic appeal, particularly in creating a tense atmosphere. While some players noted minor issues or a lack of customization options, the visuals are often described as impressive and well-executed, contributing significantly to the overall experience. However, a few reviews mentioned that the graphics do not stand out among similar indie horror titles.
- “The combination of ambient sound, minimalistic visuals, and the ever-present threat of danger from the dark web keeps the tension palpable throughout your virtual exploration.”
- “Seriously, the atmosphere, the jumpscares, the visuals, it's all done so perfectly.”
- “I will say some good things about the game for one the graphics are very nice especially considering the size of the dev team and the time it was made in, seriously very pretty game.”
- “Graphics could be better, I think.”
- “But there are almost no graphics options except 'low-medium-high'.”
- “Also, the lower you put the graphics, the brighter it becomes, but it will look really muddy.”
grinding
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
94%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and time-consuming, often detracting from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the challenge and complexity, many express frustration with repetitive tasks and mechanics that feel unnecessarily stretched out. The initial appeal tends to fade after a few hours, leading to a desire for more streamlined gameplay.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Every single gameplay element of the first game is stretched out to be more time-consuming and tedious, and the game just doesn't add enough good stuff to make it worth purchasing in spite of that.”
- “Really interesting premise and atmosphere, but it's ruined by tedious chores and a hacking mechanic that takes up most of the game and is simply not fun.”
- “This game is incredibly tedious and unforgiving, and I just don't have the patience to suffer through it.”
stability
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a significant number of bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as freezing, random deaths, and issues with in-game mechanics. While some users acknowledge that the developers are responsive to fixing these issues, many still find the experience frustrating and feel that the game's stability detracts from its overall enjoyment. Despite these problems, a few players express that the game remains enjoyable, albeit imperfect.
- “The amount of glitches in-game has been, quite honestly, damn near game breaking.”
- “Shit buggy mess that is more infuriating to play than it is fun, wish I could refund this but I've owned it for too long.”
- “A buggy mess with motion-blur forcefully enabled.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as a mix of dark and absurd elements, with players finding amusement in both the game's glitches and the bizarre scenarios it presents. Many users highlight the comedic moments, such as unexpected character interactions and references to popular culture, which enhance the overall experience despite the game's challenging nature. However, some players also note that the humor can be overshadowed by frustrating gameplay mechanics.
- “Honestly, it's a very fun and hard game; some of the websites are absolutely disgusting and vile, while others are hilarious.”
- “He also tells you that when he needs your help again, 'you'll know.' Apparently, our way of knowing is him coming to our room and banging on our door while laughing, which any sane person would think is actually a taunt before he kills them.”
- “Took me a while to beat, but I have to thank Markiplier's hilarious let's plays of the game, which made me want to beat it myself.”
optimization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
59%
29%
The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players reporting severe performance issues such as low frame rates, jitteriness, and crashes, even on decent hardware. While some users noted improvements after initial struggles, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized and requires significant fixes to enhance playability.
- “Aside from a few bugs and optimization errors, this game is recommended by me on many aspects.”
- “Other reports confirm this as well - as (most) players report good performance.”
- “Also, as a sidenote, the game is the most jittery, unstable, frame-dropping, microstuttering pile of a game I have played in ages.”
- “All in all, as much as I would like to give this one a fair shot, it appears to struggle with performance on certain systems.”
- “This game is horribly optimized though.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The music aspect of the game is described as a mixed experience, with some players enjoying the ability to play their own music while others find the in-game audio unsettling or overwhelming. There are mentions of both engaging and creepy soundscapes that enhance the atmosphere, but also frustrations with volume control and the lack of interactive music elements. Overall, the music contributes to the game's tension and immersion, though it can be polarizing among players.
- “You can put pop folk music on the computer on YouTube while the others try to find you.”
- “Music loads fine, and the animation for the creepy background is engaging.”
- “Wait, what’s that music coming from the hall?”
- “Earrape music on loud, which would be fine if there were options for volume.”
- “It started a bit when the developer began to take over people's games that were streaming, and just making a joke by playing a song through the computer.”
- “- Lack of any music is again a major plus; you are afraid of almost every little noise made by a door, window, sirens, even your character.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke strong feelings, with players reporting experiences of crying and deep immersion. The heartfelt narrative of a lost girl finding support online resonates with many, showcasing the game's unique design and its impact on players' emotional states, including fear and anxiety. Overall, it stands out as a special experience that leaves a lasting impression.
- “A heartwarming tale about a little lost girl and the friends she meets on the internet that help her overcome her anxiety problems.”
- “I think as an indie studio they deserve proper leniency for their unique and heartfelt game design that can only exist with the success of their products.”
- “I don't buy many games on Steam, but this one is something unique, something special that made me feel immersed, so I do not regret my purchase at all.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, players highlight the game's high replayability due to its unique concept and RNG elements, which enhance the challenge and enjoyment. However, some reviewers feel that a lack of depth and certain features detract from its longevity, resulting in mixed opinions on replayability.
- “Amazing game with infinite replayability, highly recommend scary game 10/10”
- “I really enjoy the unique concept, it is a lot of fun and is very replayable.”
- “The RNG in this game does make it more difficult, but I think it's what also gives this game replayability.”
- “I found it pretty fun, but the lack of depth and maybe even some cooler features or a front desk clerk took away from the replayability.”
- “Longevity/replayability: 5/10.”