WORLD OF HORROR

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 600 reviews
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  • graphics
  • replayability
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World of Horror is an intense and existential horror experience that perfectly captures the work that inspired it.
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In "World of Horror," a 1980s Japanese town is plagued by monstrous creatures as reality unravels and Old Gods awake. Players must investigate haunting mysteries, using clues, spells, and sanity to delay the apocalypse. This 1-bit horror game pays homage to Junji Ito and early Macintosh computers, immersing players in a harrowing, atmospheric adventure.

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  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 600 reviews
music3 positive mentions
  • World of Horror is a unique and addictive horror RPG that successfully blends text-based adventure, survival horror, and roguelike mechanics.
  • The game features impressive Junji Ito-inspired art and unsettling visuals that enhance the atmospheric experience.
  • Highly replayable with a variety of missions and plot resolutions, World of Horror offers a compelling and rich role-playing experience.
  • The game can feel repetitive over time, with some mechanics and stories not being as engaging as others.
  • Controls can be clunky, especially when using a gamepad, and the user interface may feel intrusive at first.
  • There is a steep learning curve, and the RNG elements can lead to frustrating experiences during gameplay.
  • gameplay12 mentions

    World of Horror offers a unique blend of text-based adventure, survival horror, and roguelike mechanics, creating an engaging and spooky experience that draws players in with its 1-bit graphics and Junji Ito-inspired art. While the gameplay loop can become repetitive, the game's addictive nature, multiple plot resolutions, and customization options keep it fresh and compelling. Although some mechanics may initially feel complex, experimentation reveals the depth of the gameplay, making it a worthwhile venture for fans of the genre.

    • “World of Horror is one of the most unique roguelites we’ve seen on the Switch eShop to date. Its expert fusion of text-based adventure, survival horror, and roguelike mechanics makes for a difficult, harrowing, and spooky adventure that we’d recommend you give a shot.”
    • “There’s something incredibly addictive about solving the many harrowing mysteries of the world and trying to survive through its eerie events along the way, whilst the RPG mechanics make it easy to invest in the world and your character.”
    • “World of Horror does an incredible job matching the 80s horror aesthetic in both look and gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay loop does become repetitive rather quickly, but the short gaming sessions and changing relationship between events make this a successful and scary diversion from the norm.”
    • “While the gameplay and some of the deeper mechanics are obtuse on first entry, through experimentation you'll find out just how deep this roguelike gets.”
    • “Not all stories or game mechanics are created equal.”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics of "World of Horror" are characterized by a distinctive 1-bit art style that draws inspiration from Junji Ito and 80s horror aesthetics, creating a creepy and grotesque atmosphere. While its retro visuals may not appeal to everyone, they effectively enhance the game's unsettling themes and contribute to a unique, immersive experience. The combination of these visuals with point-and-click gameplay and roguelike elements offers a fresh take on horror gaming.

    • “World of Horror draws you in from the beginning with its creepy, grotesque vibes, 1-bit graphics, the Junji Ito-inspired art direction, the point-and-click gameplay, and a story that pays homage to the horror genre.”
    • “The visuals and roguelike elements of World of Horror combine to create a wholly unique experience for Switch users.”
    • “World of Horror does an incredible job matching the 80s horror aesthetic in both look and gameplay.”
    • “Not everyone will be charmed by its extremely retro aesthetics, but if you can get into the right mindset for giving this one a playthrough, you’ll find there’s a lot to love.”
    • “Though certain mechanics rise above others, World of Horror keeps things fresh with creepy visuals, multiple plot resolutions, and degrees of customization, even as its coastal town falls into decay.”
    • “[Unsettling visuals inspired by Japanese folklore and various horror authors, variety of missions ranging from the occult to the absurd, a high level of replayability.]”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game is praised for its high replayability, featuring a variety of missions that blend supernatural horror with unsettling visuals inspired by Japanese folklore and notable horror authors. Players find the challenging gameplay tough yet not discouraging, making it an engaging experience that invites multiple playthroughs.

    • “Once you get your head around it, though, it’s an endlessly replayable source of supernatural horror that more than honors the works of H.”
    • “Unsettling visuals inspired by Japanese folklore and various horror authors, a variety of missions ranging from the occult to the absurd, and a high level of replayability.”
    • “Junji Ito-inspired art, highly replayable, tough but not discouraging.”
    • “The unsettling visuals inspired by Japanese folklore and various horror authors are impressive, but they don't make up for the lack of meaningful replayability.”
    • “While there is a variety of missions ranging from the occult to the absurd, the game quickly loses its charm after the first playthrough.”
    • “Despite the high level of replayability advertised, I found myself losing interest after completing the game just once.”
  • story3 mentions

    World of Horror captivates players with its unsettling atmosphere, 1-bit graphics, and Junji Ito-inspired art direction, offering a story that pays homage to the horror genre. The game features multiple plot resolutions and a variety of missions, enhancing its replayability while immersing players in a decaying coastal town influenced by Japanese folklore and various horror authors.

    • “World of Horror draws you in from the beginning with its creepy, grotesque vibes, 1-bit graphics, the Junji Ito-inspired art direction, the point-and-click gameplay, and a story that pays homage to the horror genre.”
    • “Though certain mechanics rise above others, World of Horror keeps things fresh with creepy visuals, multiple plot resolutions, and degrees of customization, even as its coastal town falls into decay.”
    • “Unsettling visuals inspired by Japanese folklore and various horror authors, a variety of missions ranging from the occult to the absurd, and a high level of replayability.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “While the visuals are striking, the plot is thin and fails to deliver a satisfying experience.”
    • “The characters are underdeveloped, and their motivations are unclear, which detracts from the overall story.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game features a praised 8-bit style soundtrack that effectively complements the overall aesthetic, reminiscent of Junji Ito's work in a 1-bit art style. Players appreciate how the audio enhances the gaming experience without detracting from gameplay controls.

    • “The great 8-bit style soundtrack perfectly captures the aesthetic of Junji Ito's work in a 1-bit art style.”
    • “The music enhances the overall experience, immersing players in the game's unique atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack is a nostalgic nod to classic gaming, making every moment feel engaging and memorable.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for being atmospheric, imaginative, and unpredictably engaging, solidifying its status as one of the year's top horror experiences.

    • “Atmospheric, imaginative, and enjoyably unpredictable—this is one of the year's best horror games.”
    • “The game's haunting sound design and eerie visuals create an immersive experience that keeps you on edge.”
    • “Every corner of the environment is filled with detail, making the world feel alive and unsettling.”
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