Why don't they laugh?
- August 30, 2024
- Cornfield Games
Get on SteamWelcome to Kensingtons’ Manor A young lady named April arrives at an old manor in Maine to assist the Kensington circus dynasty's last heir in preparation for selling his family home. While carrying out tasks for this cheerful old man, she unwillingly learns more about his family's history and gets dragged into the family disputes of his relatives... who seemed to have died long ago. Why has you…
Reviews
- The game's story is intriguing and features voice-over work that enhances immersion.
- The atmosphere is well-crafted, with chilling moments and environmental interactions that keep players on edge.
- Recent updates have improved the visual quality of the game, giving it a sharper look.
- The game suffers from significant performance issues, including lag and frame drops, making it difficult to play.
- Players have reported crashes on platforms like Steamdeck, leading to refunds and frustration.
- The game feels unpolished and is criticized for not being released as an Early Access title given its current state.
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story captivates players with its intriguing narrative centered around uncovering documents for a house owner preparing to sell, enhancing immersion and providing chilling moments even after multiple playthroughs. Overall, the theme and storytelling are well-received, contributing to a compelling experience.
“The story revolves around us finding documents for the house owner as he plans to sell it.”
“Loved the narrative, the theme, and the story of the game.”
“The story revolves around us finding documents, etc., for the house owner as he plans to sell it.”
“Had a good amount of chilling moments, even after the fifth time playing through the entire story.”
“Once I got past the frame drop issues, the game's story did intrigue me.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers generally appreciate the game's atmosphere, noting that it effectively creates an immersive and engaging environment.
“I really enjoyed the atmosphere.”
“The game excels at creating an immersive overall atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its smooth performance and high-quality visuals, with many users highlighting the fluidity of movement and responsiveness of controls. Players appreciate the engaging mechanics that keep the experience dynamic and enjoyable. Overall, the gameplay is considered a strong point of the game, contributing to its overall appeal.
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it comforting, particularly in areas near the circus.
“I really enjoy the music and overall audio of the game; especially when near the circus, it feels almost comforting.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Each musical piece is thoughtfully crafted, making exploration and gameplay even more immersive.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have noted ongoing small performance-related updates, although there are concerns regarding the removal of support for 1440p resolution.
“I've noticed a lot of small performance-related updates being made, which really enhance the overall experience.”
“The optimization efforts have significantly improved the game's performance, making it smoother and more enjoyable.”
“The removal of support for 1440p has streamlined the game, allowing for better optimization and performance on lower resolutions.”
“I've noticed a lot of small performance-related updates being made, but it seems like support for 1440p has been removed.”
“The game runs poorly on my system despite the recent updates, which is really disappointing.”
“Optimization feels lacking; I experience frequent frame drops and stuttering even on lower settings.”
