FATAL FRAME / PROJECT ZERO: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse

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User Score
8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 411 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 353 out of 411
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 411
  3. Negative: 47 out of 411

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  1. RunFish12B8
    Mar 17, 2023
    0
    The game is badly optimized!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  2. postmasterpaat
    Aug 22, 2023
    2
    Alright, gather 'round, folks, 'cause we've got a real gem here... if by "gem" you mean a crusty old horror relic. Brace yourselves, 'cause Project Zero: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse is resurrecting a forgotten spookfest from fifteen years back. Who asked for this? Nobody, that's who. But here it is, presented in all its "glory." Prepare to bask in the well-preserved mediocrity.

    Let's talk    Alright, gather 'round, folks, 'cause we've got a real gem here... if by "gem" you mean a crusty old horror relic. Brace yourselves, 'cause Project Zero: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse is resurrecting a forgotten spookfest from fifteen years back. Who asked for this? Nobody, that's who. But here it is, presented in all its "glory." Prepare to bask in the well-preserved mediocrity.

    Let's talk ambiance. Yeah, there's an atmosphere, alright. A creaky, dusty, "why am I even playing this" kind of vibe. The so-called horror is slapped on like expired ketchup on a soggy hot dog. They say "less is more," but here, "less" is just "less." Oh, and the controls? Well, they're like a time capsule of frustration, carrying over from when dial-up internet was a thing.

    But wait, there's more! After going through the misery of this so-called remaster, you'll have a whole new list of reasons to avoid it. The characters? Sure, they're exquisite if you're into pixelated blobs that make your eyes twitch. And don't even get me started on the "innovative storytelling." It's like trying to explain a joke to a brick wall – nobody's laughing, but the wall's feeling dumber by the minute.

    Now, let's talk mechanics, or lack thereof. Remember when dinosaurs roamed the Earth? Well, that's pretty much when this game's mechanics were relevant. They're as outdated as your grandma's AOL email account. And don't expect any modern miracles – they've been copied and pasted to PC with all the grace of a toddler's first finger-painting.

    So, in summary, if you're yearning for a horror experience that's about as thrilling as watching paint dry in a haunted house, go ahead and waste your time on Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse. Just remember, you could be doing something more productive, like organizing your sock drawer.    … Expand

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Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. GameGrin
    May 26, 2023
    75
    Project Zero: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse has fixed all the issues that plagued its demo and is a title with a creepy story and startling moments that will make you jump. Make sure you save often because, with no auto-save, it will be easy to lose progress and items.
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  2. Jeuxvideo.com
    Mar 19, 2023
    65
    The unexpected arrival of a new episode of Project Zero, 15 years after its debut in Japan, in a reworked version translated into French, may delight us to the highest degree, but above all it highlights the urgency of modernizing the gameplay from the series. As it stands, this remaster is therefore only intended for fans of the franchise who have been waiting for a long time for an opportunity to discover this fourth opus.
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  3. Gamersky
    Mar 16, 2023
    75
    After its remastered release, Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse has undoubtedly given players more reasons to try this classic horror game. Exquisite and beautiful characters, an intriguing plot, and innovative storytelling make this work seem quite excellent in quality. However, as a game released 15 years ago, many of its mechanics have not been optimised and have been faithfully copied to the PC. Nowadays, some of the systems are outdated and significantly affect the player's experience.
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