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White Day: A Labyrinth Named School

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is a shocking surprise that has come out of nowhere. The suspense, encounters, and puzzles make for an unforgettable experience deserving of the horror moniker.
69%Game Brain Score
story, replayability
gameplay, graphics
Critic Score 69%Based on 23 reviews

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White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by ROIGAMES and was released on December 17, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics.

Steel your nerves for a Korean horror without equal! Step into the shoes of student Hee-Min Lee and brave the terrors of Yeondu High School in a terrifying survival horror game filled with puzzles, secrets and - of course - deadly ghosts. Prepare yourself for one of the most chilling games ever created! On the eve of gift-giving holiday White Day, new Yeondu High School student Hee-Min Lee slips…

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story3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions

  • Eerie atmosphere and chilling ghost encounters create a compelling horror experience.
  • Challenging puzzles and multiple endings enhance replay value and engagement.
  • The game successfully evokes suspense and anxiety, making it a memorable horror title.
  • Outdated graphics and clunky controls detract from the overall experience.
  • Some puzzles and story elements are confusing and poorly structured.
  • Frustrating stealth and chase mechanics may test the patience of players.
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "White Day: A Labyrinth Named School" is described as gripping and thought-provoking, with an eerie ambiance that lingers after gameplay. While some players may find the narrative structure and certain gameplay elements frustrating, the overall intrigue and unique horror experience keep players engaged. Despite minor control issues, the compelling story and level design contribute to its lasting impact.

    • “This blast from the past certainly brings with it a lot of baggage such as the clunky puzzles and glitchy AI, but it has enough intrigue to it that we’re still left pondering its story and themes long after the credits rolled.”
    • “If you can get past some minor control issues, White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is a unique horror experience with great level design, a gripping story, and more ghosts than you can shake a purification stick at.”
    • “[compelling story, very eerie ambiance, good, thought-provoking puzzles]”
    • “The story is weirdly structured, which may frustrate some gamers who simply won't have the patience for the stealth and chase sections.”
    • “This blast from the past certainly brings with it a lot of baggage such as the clunky puzzles and glitchy AI, but it has enough intrigue that we’re still left pondering its story and themes long after the credits rolled.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is engaging and maintains a modern feel, effectively raising tension, though it may not be as terrifying as some fans claim. However, limited branching dialogue, lackluster graphics, and outdated puzzle mechanics could detract from the experience for some players. The variety of gameplay modes offers potential for multiple playthroughs, but a more forgiving difficulty option would have been appreciated.

    • “The gameplay isn’t anywhere near as dated as you’d expect, and while not as blood-chillingly terrifying as many fans profess, the game definitely gets the heart rate up into the high hundreds.”
    • “The variety of gameplay spread across these modes is unique and potentially opens up multiple playthroughs, but it would have been nice to have a moderate difficulty option that felt slightly more forgiving and much less archaic than what the main game serves.”
    • “Branching dialogue options are limited, lackluster graphics, and dated puzzle/save mechanics may irk some.”
    • “The variety of gameplay spread across these modes is unique and potentially opens multiple playthroughs, but it would have been nice to have a moderate difficulty option that felt slightly more forgiving and much less archaic than what the main game serves.”
    • “The gameplay isn’t anywhere near as dated as you’d expect and, while not as blood-chillingly terrifying as many fans profess, the game definitely gets the heart rate up into the high hundreds.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally considered somewhat outdated, with many reviewers noting lackluster visuals and animation quality that could be improved. Additionally, some players find the use of cheap freeze frame jump scares to detract from the overall experience.

    • “Somewhat outdated graphics, animation quality could use some work, cheap freeze frame jump scares.”
    • “Lackluster graphics, dated puzzle/save mechanics may irk some.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by an eerie quality that enhances the overall experience, creating a sense of unease and tension that captivates players.

    • “The game creates an eerie atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
    • “The haunting sounds and visuals contribute to an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
    • “Every corner of the game world is filled with an unsettling atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “The game fails to create an eerie atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
    • “Despite its potential, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
    • “The lack of immersive sound design detracts from the overall atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game’s significant replay value, indicating that it offers numerous opportunities for varied experiences upon multiple playthroughs.

    • “This game offers a lot of replay value.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “I keep coming back to this game because there are so many different paths to explore.”
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White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is a action game with horror theme.

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School was released on December 17, 2015.

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School was developed by ROIGAMES.

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School has received mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is a single player game.

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