Kholat

 PC
User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 146 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 146
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 146
  3. Negative: 29 out of 146

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  1. nattigre
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    This game is a cold shower for all the lazy game players used to being led by a puppet master throughout the game. This is new, this is fresh. The lack of action that we're all used to is rewarded by the atmosphere of an adventure and perfectly thought-out environment. And this is just inspired by the Diatlov Pass Incident not based on it. The compass and not knowing where we are on theThis game is a cold shower for all the lazy game players used to being led by a puppet master throughout the game. This is new, this is fresh. The lack of action that we're all used to is rewarded by the atmosphere of an adventure and perfectly thought-out environment. And this is just inspired by the Diatlov Pass Incident not based on it. The compass and not knowing where we are on the map (we have to remember everything on our path and be really observant), although frustrating at the beginning, is a nice touch.… Expand
  2. gameren82
    Jul 30, 2016
    10
    If you haven't played a good, atmospheric exploration horror like game set in frozen mountains in a Russian region, then this game is for you. It's beautiful, climatic, based on a true story. It is not too long but worth playing just for the the story and the immersive feeling it gives to you.
  3. Adritov
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is refreshing and above all, it is a well-designed game. This game lets you figure it out yourself instead of it having to lead you with jump-scares, violin scratching, or a monster following you around. The atmosphere of the game is fantastic. Although the game does not make use of the more conventional "get frozen, get warm, or eat if not you die," the games does make you want to know more about what is going on. There is no clear indicator of where to actually go unless you actually get there. For many people this will be a downer as most current games lead you there.

    Graphics-wise, this game is amazing. The visual effects help create an atmosphere which you have to experience by playing it.

    Soundtrack-wise, this game keeps it simple. I would have liked to hear a bit more music, as the composer sounds competent. In some games you just mute it or lower it. In this one, well, I feel it let me wishing for more as it is used properly and competently created.

    Story-wise is amazing. As nattigre pointed it, the story is inspired, but not based on the Diatlov Pass Incident. Sean Bean is in here.

    Gameplay-- competent. Do not expect guns or magic powers or combat systems. It is just walking and it is done right. Running is your only weapon, and you have to use it right.

    Overall, this game is well-crafted. IMGN.PRO did the best with what it had, and it is amazing.

    2/2- gameplay
    2/2- soundtrack
    2/2- visuals
    2/2 story
    2/2 re-play value    … Expand
  4. BrainAndSoul
    Jun 13, 2015
    9
    The most underrated game of this year - Kholat has a fantastic atmosphere, beautiful plot (can not be compared with that awful film about Dyatlov few years ago) and it is more terrifying than many modern indie-horrors. I don't understand how can it get scores less than 80.
  5. Ikarian123
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    Great atmosphere, perfect adaptation of old tragic mystery, thrilling soundtrack and sounds in game. Very terrifying horror game.
  6. Grachechkovski
    Jul 24, 2019
    8
    This is an unforgettable adventure on the Dyatlov Pass over the past few years. This game satisfies almost all the necessary indie horror points. There is almost everything here: the feeling of loneliness, doomedness, confusion, sometimes sharp and nervous music, atmosphere. Excellent.
    As has been noticed by some foreign and domestic critics about the cold and wind - yes, he really    This is an unforgettable adventure on the Dyatlov Pass over the past few years. This game satisfies almost all the necessary indie horror points. There is almost everything here: the feeling of loneliness, doomedness, confusion, sometimes sharp and nervous music, atmosphere. Excellent.
    As has been noticed by some foreign and domestic critics about the cold and wind - yes, he really sometimes breaks the fourth wall that the player begins to feel his own presence in these snow-covered mountains.
    The soundtrack is on top. The confusion in the plot and the presentation of his concept of what caused the death of the group is also present. However, in my opinion it would be possible to make everything a little bit more centralized.
    Graphics is on top. Unreal is an unreal.
    Recently, Polish developers have started doing very worthwhile projects. The main thing is not to lower the bar.    … Expand
  7. apokalipto
    Aug 21, 2023
    8
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.

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#86 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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Metascore
64

Mixed or average reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 38
  3. Negative: 4 out of 38
  1. 4P.de
    Dec 11, 2015
    65
    Kholat’s strength lies within the atmospheric loneliness in big areas. Horror and suspense unfortunately fall short.
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  2. SpazioGames
    Oct 21, 2015
    60
    Good graphics and tense situations can't really save the player from the slow and tedious exploration and the cheap deaths. This kind of devices aren't exactly great from a game design standpoint, and relegate this product to a meager passing grade.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Sep 9, 2015
    91
    The adventure in Ural mountains is a slow paced, ambitious horror game. Based on “true story” as well. [Sept 2015]
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