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マカブルの残党: Remnants of the Macabre

81%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, graphics
stability, story
81% User Score Based on 72 reviews

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"Remnants of the Macabre" is a chilling interactive horror experience set in 1980s Japan, inspired by the haunting tales of Junji Ito. As a schoolgirl navigating an urban street filled with sinister details, every decision you make can lead you closer to this safety or deeper into the unknown. With atmospheric horror, multiple endings, and observational gameplay, your choices shape the narrative in this meticulously crafted world.

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews
atmosphere8 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and spooky experience with good graphics and sound quality, making it enjoyable for quick play sessions.
  • There are plenty of achievements to earn, and the variety of anomalies keeps the gameplay engaging and challenging.
  • It has a creepy atmosphere that can raise anxiety levels, making it a good choice for fans of horror and anomaly games.
  • The game suffers from glitches and inconsistencies, which can lead to confusion and frustration during gameplay.
  • Many players found the game to be too easy and lacking in excitement, with some feeling it doesn't hold the same charm as similar titles.
  • There is a need for more content and polish, as some players felt it resembled a demo rather than a fully finished product.
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is generally described as creepy and effectively horror-themed, featuring an ominous soundtrack and appropriate lighting that enhances the experience. However, some users noted a lack of interactivity and depth in the environment, leading to mixed feelings about the overall atmospheric engagement. Despite these criticisms, the sound design is consistently praised for its eerie quality, contributing to a macabre ambiance.

    • “The atmosphere is creepy, but nothing super scary or in your face.”
    • “It had a good horror atmosphere throughout, with just enough light to properly see things, and an ominous soundtrack.”
    • “Sound design is eerie and atmospheric.”
    • “There's little to no atmosphere and nothing to interact with.”
    • “There's little to no atmosphere and nothing to interact with.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their cleanliness and smooth performance, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. Players appreciate the aesthetic and folklore elements, which enhance the overall visual appeal of the game.

    • “The graphics were very clean, and the playthrough was smooth.”
    • “I love a good 'spot the anomaly' horror game, and this is a really good way to do it. It's simple with good variety and has some very sneaky ones. I love the aesthetic and the folklore inclusions.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the gameplay enjoyable and appreciate that the mechanics are easy to learn, making it accessible for a wide range of players.

    • “The mechanics are easy to learn.”
    • “Totally enjoy the gameplay.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is consistently praised for its humor, with players finding it both funny and spooky, creating an engaging and entertaining experience.

    • “The game is awesome, funny, and spooky!”
    • “The game is awesome, funny, and spooky!”
    • “The game is awesome, funny, and spooky!”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have reported encountering multiple spatial and movement glitches that can disrupt gameplay, with some players experiencing issues severe enough to necessitate a restart of their game.

    • “I ran into several weird spatial/movement glitches that confused me during my first (failed) attempt and actually broke my second run, requiring a restart.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music effectively enhances the horror atmosphere of the game, featuring an ominous soundtrack that complements the visual elements and contributes to the overall tension.

    • “It had a good horror atmosphere throughout, with just enough light to properly see things, and an ominous soundtrack.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is perceived as underdeveloped and lacking depth, resembling more of a demo than a complete product. Reviewers note that it requires additional context and information, particularly for players unfamiliar with similar horror narratives, such as "exit 8." Overall, the narrative fails to engage and leaves players wanting more.

    • “I would not recommend this game to anyone as it does not feel finished; it feels more like a demo than a full product. It's very basic and needs more information for those who are not familiar with this type of horror story, like 'Exit 8', which people are referring to.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express uncertainty regarding the game's replayability, indicating that it may not offer enough incentive or variety to encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “I'm just not so sure about replayability.”
    • “I'm just not so sure about replayability.”

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