White Noise 2

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White Noise 2 is a 4vs1 asymmetric horror game, where players can either be part of the investigator team or control the creature. Investigators must explore the area, manage their resources, and cooperate with each other to defeat the creature, while the creature must stalk and hunt the investigators without being seen. The game features simple matchmaking and allows for unique, terrifying experiences with friends.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,125 reviews

gameplay64 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and sound design that enhances the horror experience.
Diverse selection of characters and monsters with unique abilities and stats.
Fun gameplay mechanics that encourage teamwork and strategy.

Very low player base, making it difficult to find matches.
Gameplay can become repetitive after a few rounds.
Some balancing issues, particularly with the creature's abilities.

gameplay
192 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of White Noise 2 is characterized by its engaging asymmetrical horror mechanics, offering a mix of cooperative and competitive elements that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the diverse cast of characters, each with unique abilities, which allows for strategic gameplay, although some find the mechanics overly complex or confusing. While the game is best enjoyed with friends, it can become repetitive over time, and its community size may limit matchmaking opportunities.
- “White Noise 2 takes the asymmetrical horror genre to new heights, delivering a captivating blend of cooperative and competitive gameplay that sets it apart from its predecessor.”
- “With a diverse cast of investigators, each possessing unique stats and abilities, players can strategize and adapt their gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is simple and exciting; whether you play as the monster or investigator, it feels well balanced.”
- “Boring and repetitive gameplay and practically no other players online.”
- “The gameplay suffers by being very repetitive and can only be enjoyed if you're with friends, but even then you might get bored after a couple of hours.”
- “The game is okay, but its mechanics are buggy as all hell.”
graphics
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the visuals as impressive for an indie title, showcasing creative monster designs and a strong atmosphere. However, some players criticize the character models and overall graphical fidelity as outdated or lacking polish. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, they may not meet the standards of more established titles in the genre.
- “This game is an absolute gold - the graphics are amazing, the design of monsters is pretty creative, investigators actually look like human beings, and it's pretty balanced.”
- “The graphics are outstanding for an indie game.”
- “So yeah, great terrifying game with graphics that rival triple-A titles; a must-buy if you like scary games.”
- “The graphics of this game are that of an 8-year-old dev team.”
- “Bad graphics, too much grainy effect; sounds seem good, but character animations are the worst.”
- “Look, this game has all the elements to be a decent horror game—spooky monsters, decent graphics, and huge maps—however, it ruins it all with the awful character models and gameplay.”
atmosphere
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its tension and immersive design, featuring grainy visuals and unsettling environments that keep players on edge. Many reviewers highlight the effective use of sound and lighting, which enhances the eerie feeling and contributes to a genuinely scary experience, especially when played in the dark. While some criticize the inclusion of cartoonish elements that clash with the overall tone, the consensus remains that the game excels in creating a captivating and terrifying atmosphere that stands out in the horror genre.
- “The game excels in its atmospheric design, with grainy footage and unsettling environments that keep players on edge.”
- “Everything from the crackly atmosphere to the pitch darkness and the unknowing of where the monster lurks on top of the random moments of panic and jump scares has really made this a solid refreshing game.”
- “The atmosphere really completes the game.”
- “Whilst its atmosphere and grainy footage is absolutely fantastic and genuinely unsettling, White Noise 2's gameplay is suddenly ruined by the cartoony features which are forcefully thrown in, ultimately opposing the near-perfect exposition of the game.”
- “As much as the atmosphere is eerie and visuals are absolutely stunning, I cannot recommend this.”
- “After a while, the atmosphere really sets in, the maps are really dark, and the quiet environment makes every bit of audio put you on edge.”
optimization
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while many players report stable performance and good frame rates even on lower-end systems, others highlight persistent bugs and issues that detract from the experience. Some users feel that further optimization and regular updates could enhance gameplay, particularly in terms of graphics and controls. Despite these concerns, several players commend the game for its solid performance and enjoyable mechanics.
- “Coming to optimization, the game is really optimized and runs on low rig with a very stable frame rate.”
- “Being very fun and with lots of replayability without grinding, and fairly well optimized graphics-wise, I have to give this game a 10/10.”
- “The main issue with White Noise 2 seems to be its marketing and attention to optimization.”
- “Additionally, better optimization and more regular updates could have improved the overall experience.”
- “Originally didn't recommend the game because of stability issues and not being able to play essentially; the graphics feel like they need to be optimized, which was the biggest issue in my opinion.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as unique and integral to the experience, providing a relaxing yet entertaining atmosphere that enhances gameplay. Players appreciate the comedic character designs, funny quotes, and the ability to share laughs with friends, making the game feel less scary and more enjoyable. Overall, the combination of humor and engaging mechanics contributes to a fun and memorable gaming experience.
- “Or the creature, where everyone's a pawn in your hands and you give it your all to beat the investigators. At the end of the game, you'll be left feeling 'wow, that game was intense' or 'too funny hahaha.'”
- “I stream it as well and viewers are laughing their asses off :D”
- “Sometimes gameplay looks like comedy because of the funny characters and their quotes.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a blend of spooky and cartoonish elements, featuring an online co-op experience where players either collect tapes as humans or hunt them as monsters, each with unique backstories and abilities. While some players appreciate the character-driven narratives and the intense gameplay, others note a lack of a cohesive overarching story or introductory context. Overall, the game offers rich character lore but may leave players wanting more in terms of a structured narrative.
- “This game is a nice and spooky mix with cartoony elements. You have to collect tapes, each with its own story. You can play as humans or monsters; if you play as a monster, you have to kill the humans before they collect all the tapes. Each monster has different skills and traps, while humans must find tapes and avoid monsters. If you die, you become a ghost and can help your friends find tapes by sending them signals, like making noise to lead them.”
- “Each character has their own story, even the monsters, making the game feel like a Scooby-Doo cartoon but for adults.”
- “It has good graphics and a great story, with many investigators and creatures, each having their own backstory, stats, traits, voices, and skins.”
- “The game does not have an intro explaining the story of the game.”
- “They keep on buffing one end of the story (speed characters) and nerfing the original meta since the game came out (exploration).”
- “White Noise 2 follows on from that story, using the same creatures (more or less) only with added improvements.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant issues such as frequent crashes, freezing, and bugs that hinder gameplay. However, others report a mostly stable experience with minimal bugs, praising its immersive qualities and overall performance. While some users acknowledge the game's potential and improvements, the inconsistency in stability remains a notable concern.
- “I played many similar games, like Damned, Dead by Daylight, and Hidden, but when I want to get spooked or get to someone, I return to play this game once in a while because of how well made, bug-free, intense, scary, and fun it can be.”
- “-95% of the time bug-free.”
- “Wasn't expecting much; I was looking for a team survival horror that wasn't buggy at all, and this fit the bill.”
- “Tried loading into a game with some friends that took over 20 tries due to it bugging out, kicking me or another member from the party. The game freezes and needed to be restarted.”
- “Today I'm coming back from not playing the game for a couple of months or a year because I was doing other stuff. Now the game doesn't work anymore; I don't know why or what's going on. Before, it worked when I used to play it, but now it just freezes and then goes to a white screen saying 'White Noise 2,' like the game crashed or doesn't even have anything on it.”
- “The problem is I am not able to play for more than 3 minutes; the game just freezes and I have to close it with Alt+Ctrl+Delete if I can, or else it takes so long to allow me to close the game or gets stuck in an infinite loop.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its fitting ambiance and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, particularly in tense moments. However, others found it lacking, describing it as "terrible" or "average," and noted that the pacing during gameplay could be improved. Overall, while the soundtrack contributes positively to the experience, there are significant areas for enhancement.
- “The soundtrack fits the game really well, and the amount of work that was put into the ambiance is outstanding.”
- “As I walked the halls of the mansion, I would occasionally hear music from a voxophone or my footsteps and breathing.”
- “You don't just need to find the same items all the time - clues are varied, from destroying objects, finding shards, finding tapes (while listening to creepy 1900s music playing in the background), etc.”
- “Plus, the music is terrible!”
- “Actually, don't buy it. In the first place, it seems good, but it's like an ad for a Big Mac. In the TV, it seems great and all in detail, but when you get it, it's not what you actually expected. 100% regret, trust me.”
- “You are for sure going to need to turn down the music volume in the settings in order to use a mic and headset.”
replayability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players highlight the strong replayability of the game, driven by its variety of tactics, character roles, and frequent updates. While some feel it can become repetitive after a short time, many appreciate the customization options and progression systems that enhance long-term engagement. The game's unique blend of tactical gameplay and horror elements keeps players returning for more, with several reviewers rating its replay value highly.
- “This variety enhances replayability as players explore different tactics to outsmart the creature.”
- “Such a good game with frequent updates and great replayability yet not a big enough fanbase!”
- “For the (incredibly) modest price of $8, White Noise 2 is a steal while offering a totally unique gaming experience that combines tactical gameplay, horror, and replay value that'll leave you coming back again, and again, and again.”
- “- would recommend for a one-night burner; after that, I don't see replayability.”
- “But it gets old pretty fast, though the customization and progression make this game easily 10x more replayable just to obtain those.”
- “- added level system for long-term playing benefits and replay value.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to a lack of effective advertising, which has resulted in a small player base and limited lobbies. Reviewers suggest that the developers need to invest in marketing strategies, such as hiring well-known gamers, to attract more players and ensure the game's survival in a competitive market.
- “This game died and there are very few lobbies; the devs kind of left this game without adding more content or advertising it.”
- “Just needs more players; downvoted due to not being able to play with anyone because there are no lobbies, which is annoying. I suggest advertising or something; it definitely needs more players.”
- “Need more advertising for this game.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding in the game to be manageable, with some noting it can be a bit grindy at times, particularly for unlocking characters and items. However, many agree that the grind is not excessive and is balanced by the game's fun and replayability, making it an enjoyable experience overall.
- “It's still not very grindy for what is in the base game, though.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “Game is only slightly grindy in that you need to level up to unlock characters, skins, and flashlights, but you unlock them pretty quickly.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and quirky character designs, which some may find unconventional or even ugly, yet contribute to the game's distinct and humorous style. The combination of stylish and creepy elements enhances the overall experience, making the characters memorable and engaging.
- “I also love the quirky character designs; despite people saying they're ugly, I think it makes the game really unique.”
- “Character design is absolutely hilarious but not off-putting.”
- “The sound design and character design are all stylish and creepy.”
- “Character development feels shallow and lacks depth.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that impact character growth.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, with some experiencing intense fear and even tears due to its unsettling atmosphere. However, the lack of clear explanations for various elements can lead to confusion, detracting from the overall experience.
- “I cried.”
- “Nothing in DBD has made me feel this much scared, I tell you.”