White Day: A Labyrinth Named School

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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…

Genres & Tags

Horror

Play Modes

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

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School screenshot

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

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Outdated graphics and clunky controls detract from the overall experience.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
75%
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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
67%
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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
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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
300%
300%
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
300%
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.”