Wick

83%
Game Brain Score Based on 193 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • atmosphere
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"Wick" is a single-player Horror Action game with an intriguing story and exceptional game mechanics. Players explore a chilling ghost story in a first-person perspective, using candles to light their way and keep fear at bay. With multiple enemies to evade and a mysterious story pieced together through collectibles, players must survive a terrifying night filled with supernatural danger.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 193 reviews
gameplay15 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • Wick offers a terrifying atmosphere with effective jump scares that keep players on edge.
  • The game features a unique candle mechanic that adds strategic depth to the survival experience.
  • Each hour introduces new threats and collectibles, enhancing replayability and engagement.
  • The game can feel repetitive, as the core mechanics remain largely unchanged throughout.
  • Some players find the difficulty spikes to be frustrating and unfair, leading to frequent deaths.
  • The story may feel vague and underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more narrative depth.
  • gameplay63 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics and atmospheric horror, featuring unique ghost encounters that require players to adapt their strategies. While the initial experience is thrilling with effective jumpscares and a solid candle mechanic, many players find the gameplay repetitive and simplistic over time, leading to a loss of tension as they become familiar with the mechanics. Overall, it offers a decent horror experience, but lacks depth and narrative engagement, making it a tentative recommendation for those seeking more strategic gameplay.

    • “A sturdy mixture of light-hearted horror and stimulating gameplay.”
    • “Each level introduces a new 'ghost' with their own mechanic on how to deal with avoiding them; the core mechanic of this is actually quite interesting, and later levels become different combinations of different ghosts.”
    • “The gameplay itself is terrifyingly good, constantly giving you a false sense of security.”
    • “Now I must agree with others in saying that the gameplay did get fairly repetitive as well as being very short, and at points I began to get more frustrated than spooked.”
    • “By the time you get a good grasp of the gameplay, everything becomes tedious and loses any and all traces of it being scary.”
    • “Whatever horror elements or atmosphere you could take from the game are ruined by having to mechanically learn the patterns of each individual child in order to avoid dying.”
  • story59 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it intriguing and well-constructed, while others feel it lacks depth and tension. Many appreciate the eerie backstory involving haunted children and the gradual piecing together of clues, though some criticize it for being vague and not evolving throughout gameplay. Overall, it offers a compelling atmosphere for horror fans, but may leave those seeking a more in-depth narrative wanting more.

    • “The story and background lore is fantastic, and the characters are pretty diverse and well made.”
    • “The more you play the game, the more you learn about the story and the origin of the children.”
    • “In Wick's case, you play some poor fool as your 'friends' leave you in the middle of the woods to survive until 6:00 AM while uncovering various clues to the story behind the children haunting the woods with nothing but the flickering light of a candle to guide and protect you.”
    • “The game's story is just a skeleton, propped up by nothing more than the impetus to 'survive the night'.”
    • “The story is also just not interesting and really does not evolve while the game progresses.”
    • “I was also slightly confused by the story, being that from the clues and items given I was able to piece together what had happened but it was never enough to confirm my theories.”
  • atmosphere33 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its intensity and effectiveness, combining creepy graphics, sound design, and music to create a suspenseful and immersive experience. While many players appreciate the frequent jump scares, some feel that the reliance on them detracts from the overall atmospheric tension. Collectibles that enhance the lore also contribute positively to the game's ambiance, making it a standout feature for horror enthusiasts.

    • “The atmosphere is creepy and suspenseful, and it really makes you feel helpless.”
    • “Top notch sound design and an oppressive atmosphere make for an endearingly terrifying experience.”
    • “The enchanting graphics as well as the sound effects and the partly driving soundtrack create a dense atmosphere.”
    • “It really does add up to create a certain atmosphere; problem is, that's all it does.”
    • “There is no moment to just take everything in and get sucked into the atmosphere.”
    • “I found myself more worried about patterns than learning about the story and letting the atmosphere sink in.”
  • graphics32 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the unique art style, atmospheric lighting, and overall design, which contribute to an immersive experience. However, some players note that the dark environments can obscure details, and there are mentions of low-quality graphics in certain areas. Overall, while the visuals are appreciated for their charm and creativity, there is a desire for more graphical options and improvements in future updates.

    • “The enchanting graphics as well as the sound effects and the partly driving soundtrack create a dense atmosphere.”
    • “Great, mist-enshrouded graphics with exceptional use of lighting and sound make this a truly unique and harrowing experience.”
    • “Everything moves smoothly and the graphics look nice.”
    • “I'd love to see a much bigger, more slow-burning horror game from you guys, but maybe with more realistic and graphic visuals.”
    • “I only wish there were more options for the graphics and resolution.”
    • “Maybe it was the slightly more cartoonish art style?”
  • music16 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, creating a nerve-wracking and immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the effective use of sound design and tension-building tracks that contribute to the game's spooky ambiance, although some note a lack of variety in themes. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that leaves a lasting impression.

    • “The enchanting graphics as well as the sound effects and the partly driving soundtrack create a dense atmosphere.”
    • “Sound and music are both excellent; you’ll hear footsteps to your right, only to glance but see nobody, and the music crescendos and diminuendo at just the right times.”
    • “The soundtrack was really nerve-wracking and the jump scares are top tier!”
    • “The noises of the background and the sudden tense music can really give you goosebumps.”
    • “The music adds a lot to the tension of walking around waiting for something to pop out, which something will multiple times.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its ability to create memorable and funny moments, particularly during tense gameplay with friends and family. Players enjoy the comedic elements of unexpected enemy encounters and amusing glitches, such as a character's dance and a frequent bus glitch, which add to the overall enjoyment without detracting from the experience.

    • “You walk around a dark forest while enemies randomly pop out at you in a rather hilarious way; you survive the night, onto the next night, and so forth.”
    • “And actually, Tim doing that little dance was just plain funny!”
    • “Also found a hilariously frequent glitch that happens on the bus.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, users report stability issues such as visibility problems, buggy achievements, and occasional graphical glitches like fog and tree rendering. However, these issues do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “It's incredibly hard to see even with gamma turned all the way up, and many of the achievements are buggy.”
    • “The fog can be a bit buggy, and the trees can look funny, but there is nothing that makes it unenjoyable.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a poignant narrative that revolves around a tragic family story, involving the loss of five children and two parents in a mysterious fire, which deeply resonates with players and evokes a strong sense of empathy and sorrow.

    • “Encouraged by friends to take part in a local ritual, you're told the tragic, heart-wrenching tale of a family who lost everything - five children and two parents, seemingly gone and long perished after a mysterious fire.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers note that the character designs are well-executed, contributing positively to the overall character development in the game.

  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers decent replayability, particularly for players seeking quick scares without the commitment of longer horror films. At a price of $12.99, it is considered a worthwhile experience for those looking for a brief thrill.

    • “7/10 has decent replay value for when you want to get a quick scare and can't be bothered with some of the films that claim to be 'horror', but I do think this game is worth the $12.99.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find that the grinding aspect of the game becomes tedious and detracts from the overall experience, as it diminishes the initial sense of fear and excitement once they become familiar with the gameplay.

    • “By the time you get a good grasp of the gameplay, everything becomes tedious and loses any and all traces of it being scary.”
    • “The grinding feels endless, turning what could be an exciting adventure into a monotonous chore.”
    • “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
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Play time

5hMedian play time
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