Call of Cthulhu

 PlayStation 4
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7.1

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  1. Bollywongaloid
    Nov 13, 2018
    7
    Great little experience if you like Lovecraftian horror or even if you just played and enjoyed the board game to some degree. It does a great job of portraying the horror of the unseen. Be aware that it’s not for everyone... it’s a slower gaming experience that some will call ‘boring’ but I personally appreciated the change of pace from the usual and liked what was on offer... I foundGreat little experience if you like Lovecraftian horror or even if you just played and enjoyed the board game to some degree. It does a great job of portraying the horror of the unseen. Be aware that it’s not for everyone... it’s a slower gaming experience that some will call ‘boring’ but I personally appreciated the change of pace from the usual and liked what was on offer... I found myself compelled to keep playing. It’s definitely held back by a few little niggles such as janky animations but nothing that I found to be majorly detrimental to my enjoyment. Will definitely play through again.… Expand
  2. shucrow00
    Nov 2, 2018
    9
    Actually it’s not a wonderful game. However you can’t stop play it again and again. You can enjoy this world, and find some special view to this world. Don’t lose your mind and find the truth.
  3. REDSTAR_STUDIO
    Oct 23, 2020
    6
    Call Of Cthuhu-игра 2018 года от Цианид студио(не знаю для кого я пишу этот обзор, скорее набить руку). Начну с того, что я непримиримый фанат Говарда Филлипса Лавкрафта. Я прочёл практически все его известные произведения, дома у меня лежит огромный сборник его страшилок. Надо сказать, что умение вот так передавать ужас и атмосферу происходящего, какое было у Лавкрафта больше неCall Of Cthuhu-игра 2018 года от Цианид студио(не знаю для кого я пишу этот обзор, скорее набить руку). Начну с того, что я непримиримый фанат Говарда Филлипса Лавкрафта. Я прочёл практически все его известные произведения, дома у меня лежит огромный сборник его страшилок. Надо сказать, что умение вот так передавать ужас и атмосферу происходящего, какое было у Лавкрафта больше не встретишь. Все его произведения это смесь чего-то фантастического, ужасающего и при том написано научным языком, что в какой-то мере тоже страшно. Что же у нас есть по игре?
    За основу взяты 3 произведения Говарда Филлипса-Зову Ктулху(логично), Тень над Иннсмутом и, насколько я понимаю Шепчущий из Тьмы. Чего я не понимаю, так это того, почему нельзя делать игру по книге игрой ПОЛНОСТЬЮ по книге, без разнообразны добавок и интерпретаций. Кому это надо? Какой толк от того, что вы убрали Иннсмутцев, заменили название города и место действия с полуострова на остров? Но вернёмся к игре...
    Сюжет-самое важное в этой игре. Он достаточно поверхностный, однако увлекает, хотя и написан как-то по детски. Есть попытки передать ужас из произведений автора, однако реализованы они опять же как-то по детски. Могу похвалить игру, за присутствие бродяги, свой уникальные додумки, из-за чего даже начитанным Лавкрафтианам будет интересно.
    Геймплей-он очень прост. У вас есть возможность входить в транс и расследовать место преступления(привет Ведьмак), у вас есть навыки, которые влияют на сю...ой простите, которые ни на что не влияют, у вас есть передвижение и диалоги, диалоги, диалоги. Вся игра к середине превращается в какое-т интерактивное кино. Ты ходишь от одного персонажа, чтобы поговорить с другим персонажем. Однако это разбавляется внезапными "напряжёнными" моменты, с бродягой например. Да, кстати, в игре аж целый один скример, так что готовьтесь ночами не спать. В целом играть интересно, но скучно, кому-то такое интересно, кому-то нет.
    Графика-в целом она не так уж плоха. Не знаю, что там про лаги, на дворе 2020 на лаги я жаловаться права не имею. Да, согласен, графоний сильно так размыли, но, опять же это анрил энжин, сделать что-либо на нём ужасно сложновато.
    В целом игра недурна, на один раз сойдёт. Однако сильно для любителя, ибо не дожала в концовке, да и сама по себе смотрится сырой и ДЕТСКОЙ(да знаю уже третий раз пишу "детской", что поделать). Ощущение, что авторы хотели много чего передать и не получилось вместить всё в одну игру. Мой вердикт-6 из 10.    … Expand
  4. Yigiton98
    Feb 16, 2019
    7
    A fantastic atmosphere! If you a lover of Lovecraft, you will probably love this game.
  5. Farrigan
    Oct 31, 2018
    8
    I loved to play this game but there is a lot to break down. First of all anyone who is a fan of the tabletop coc or has read the novel should play this. Second I’d like to mention this game has great world building and really does a great job in immersing the player in the theme of madness. Unfortunately this is where I have to end my compliments for this game. The game suffers majorly inI loved to play this game but there is a lot to break down. First of all anyone who is a fan of the tabletop coc or has read the novel should play this. Second I’d like to mention this game has great world building and really does a great job in immersing the player in the theme of madness. Unfortunately this is where I have to end my compliments for this game. The game suffers majorly in the character building. For someone like myself who is a big dnd fan it’s not that big of a deal but in the video game market characters are shallow, forgettable, and in some moments in important scenes you will be like “who is that again?” Second the game looks like something that was supposed to be on the xbox360. It’s not bad but again in the market it’ll be off putting for people. Lastly for many who are looking for a horror game that’ll keep you up at night it’s not this. While I believe the game is tense and has a few great scenes it pans out a lot like a story game. Again I want to reiterate that is not bad for the target audience. But please be warned that this is made for a small crowd of people. If you are looking for a game that makes you question reality. Come truth seeker. If not there are plenty of other games.… Expand
  6. Sinefold
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    Very atmospheric game. For lovers of creativity Lovecraft the most it. The graphics are not at an ideal level, but for me this is not the main thing.
  7. metazoid
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    If you like an atmospheric game and a fan of Lovecraft you should definitely get this, for those not obsessed with the best graphics and solid gameplay, worth a buy and try!
  8. Dozangames
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    this games is just beautifull if you are a fan of lovecrafth enjoy this masterpiece
  9. Kinsbal
    Nov 2, 2018
    2
    A terrible walking simulator. The game holds your hand from the beginning till the end without giving you any gaming value. The mechanics can be summed up like this: walk to the object, activate instinct mode, wait for the cutscene. Do that for 10 hours and congrats, you beat the game.

    Everyting about this game feels empty, cheap and lazy. Here's a quick list of things that went south:    A terrible walking simulator. The game holds your hand from the beginning till the end without giving you any gaming value. The mechanics can be summed up like this: walk to the object, activate instinct mode, wait for the cutscene. Do that for 10 hours and congrats, you beat the game.

    Everyting about this game feels empty, cheap and lazy. Here's a quick list of things that went south:
    -Only one shambler as a direct paranormal opponent - really?
    -Hud-screen is littered with stupid messages and shining markers (the devs think you're an idiot)
    -instinct mode
    -Level design
    -Pacing
    -Character animations
    -Glitches
    -Lackluster endings and story
    -RPG elements (Why are they here? Almost no effect on story)
    -No horror element (only 2 semi-scary encounters)
    -Farting lanterns
    -Focus Home Entertainment

    One of the biggest disappointments this year, avoid this garbage at all cost.    … Expand
  10. NikolayG
    Nov 4, 2018
    3
    Would be a good game if it did not shoot itself in the foot with 2 stupid design decisions. I love point-and-click adventures of the 1990s, like Full Throttle, Grim Fandango, Gabriel Knight. This game is similar to those except you gain skills and use a controller not a mouse.

    However, none of those games ruined the entire experience by floating a bright white light over every single    Would be a good game if it did not shoot itself in the foot with 2 stupid design decisions. I love point-and-click adventures of the 1990s, like Full Throttle, Grim Fandango, Gabriel Knight. This game is similar to those except you gain skills and use a controller not a mouse.

    However, none of those games ruined the entire experience by floating a bright white light over every single thing you can interact with - even doorknobs! That's right, and you CANNOT turn this feature off. Every single book or letter you can read, every drawer you can open, every doorknob you can turn, has a bright white light on it -- so the whole game is basically just walking to each light and clicking. It's like a hand-holding walkthrough is built into the game that you cannot get rid of. Also, even some of the WALKING is done for you. At certain moments the game takes over and you're on a rail as you walk along and talk to a person. Very very very bad ideas. These just spoil the game for me. So I have uninstalled until they fix these things. If they fix these things.

    Note that if you go to Cyanide Studios' web site to ask about this, you will find that Cthulu is not listed among the games they are accepting inquiries about and they state they will not respond to any questions about games not listed. So there is no opportunity to get support for this game from the developer!!!! Believe it or not.

    THUMBS DOWN    … Expand
  11. TanelSereg
    May 8, 2020
    0
    **** **** tier game i tried to quickly go into game like x>x>x>x>x but twas on **** new game not the load and it deleted my save fix that **** retards
  12. Masterhummel
    Nov 1, 2018
    8
    Someone on the Steam Forums compared the game to an Call of Cthulhu pen and paper session and that's a pretty good comparison. The evening starts off with the new storyteller who's still a bit shy and messes up their notes and quite often just doesn't manage to make a good scene tranition. They eventuall work through it and the game starts to gain speed. It's fun and everyone's having aSomeone on the Steam Forums compared the game to an Call of Cthulhu pen and paper session and that's a pretty good comparison. The evening starts off with the new storyteller who's still a bit shy and messes up their notes and quite often just doesn't manage to make a good scene tranition. They eventuall work through it and the game starts to gain speed. It's fun and everyone's having a good time. As the evening goes on however, he's having a beer to much and the session starts to get a bit weird. However, everyone had fun and you leave in a good mood.

    The graphics are average at their best and pretty bad at their lowest. Puzzles are alright and there is no combat system. It's primarily narratively and stealth focused. It's also not a lovecraftian monster cabinet - which is good, because the game is at its best when there isn't a monster around. Much like Soma, which is a good comparison as well.

    In the end, if you're looking for an interactive lovecraft story, this game is currently your best bet as far as i'm aware off. If you look for a lot of cool lovecraftian monsters and a bigger focus on combat, this game might not be what you are looking for.    … Expand
  13. WataKorosu
    Nov 8, 2018
    9
    I have to admit that I'm a big fan of Lovecraft's work, and had been looking forward a lot to this game (and Next year's "The Sinking City") as Lovecraft's influence is all over the place, but work actually based on his (and Derleth's) universe is rather rare (and in most cases they aren't any good)
    So I was rather happy to open this game and find that the game is filled to the brim with    I have to admit that I'm a big fan of Lovecraft's work, and had been looking forward a lot to this game (and Next year's "The Sinking City") as Lovecraft's influence is all over the place, but work actually based on his (and Derleth's) universe is rather rare (and in most cases they aren't any good)
    So I was rather happy to open this game and find that the game is filled to the brim with nods to all of Lovecraft's work (both Cthulhu and otherwise), the atmosphere is spot on, even with the more last-gen look of the graphics it still works. When it comes to gameplay it's a bit more old-school then current games are, for me it felt like a game you loved in the mid 2000's and re-opened after 10 years, and you realize it's really as good as you remember it.
    Sure the AI and gameplay feel a bit dated, but it really did not bother me at all because everything the game did well (story, atmosphere,mechanics, ...) it did so well that the lesser points (graphics, dodgy FPS sequence) just didn't really bother me.
    I played trough the game twice now (PS4) and am thinking about a third play trough with a different build to experience some of the scenes in a different way.
    Now, I do have to admit that maybe if this wasn't a Lovecraft game I might have liked it less, but let's face it, it is a valid reason to like something more.    … Expand
  14. Eikox
    Nov 1, 2018
    10
    Incredible game for a small studio. They catch not only the pressure of the environment but also the claustrophobic and horrific places of a good Lovercraftian book putting you in a place blurring the line between sanity and insanity for moments making you questioning if that was the right choice or just a trap of the destiny.
    It's true that you will find lack of action, maybe the sounds    Incredible game for a small studio. They catch not only the pressure of the environment but also the claustrophobic and horrific places of a good Lovercraftian book putting you in a place blurring the line between sanity and insanity for moments making you questioning if that was the right choice or just a trap of the destiny.
    It's true that you will find lack of action, maybe the sounds could be made it better for some situation or the graphic quality it's not as a AAA game but for something of this caliber made it for a small group of people show that story can be delivered in a nice and terrific game and opening the universe to the people who didn't read the books to look at it.
    A-mazing job.    … Expand
  15. AvdaninAlex
    Jul 10, 2020
    0
    Игра не озвучена на русском языке, почему то есть поверье, что людям нравится слушать иностранный язык , который не понимают, так ещё и совсем другой по звучанию голоса , другой по тембру , да и богатство скудное у языка, потом в игре есть слабые стороны но концовка , создаётся впечатление что бюджет закончился где-то в середине игры и на концовку денег не зватилоИгра не озвучена на русском языке, почему то есть поверье, что людям нравится слушать иностранный язык , который не понимают, так ещё и совсем другой по звучанию голоса , другой по тембру , да и богатство скудное у языка, потом в игре есть слабые стороны но концовка , создаётся впечатление что бюджет закончился где-то в середине игры и на концовку денег не зватило
  16. Demian159
    Sep 11, 2019
    10
    Just a great game. The only thing that matters its the story and its fantastic, graphic are really good and gameplay too. Being a fan of Chaosium TRPG this delivers a fantastic expirience, thank you guys.
  17. Icekyng
    Nov 22, 2018
    8
    I actually really like the game so far, just finished chapter 6. Just did the stealth part, yes its annoying and lowered the overall score. The guards are all identical and if I am honest a pain in the ass and stopped the flow of the game for me. But overall i like it, good atmosphere. The whole character upgrade path is OK, but boy did I want to punch those guards in the chops or knockI actually really like the game so far, just finished chapter 6. Just did the stealth part, yes its annoying and lowered the overall score. The guards are all identical and if I am honest a pain in the ass and stopped the flow of the game for me. But overall i like it, good atmosphere. The whole character upgrade path is OK, but boy did I want to punch those guards in the chops or knock one of them over the head and hide them in a cupboard!. Looking forward to playing it tonight so that is a good sign.… Expand
  18. ND3G
    Jun 13, 2021
    8
    Call of Cthulhu is a prefect example of a game that is more than the sum of its parts. It is obvious that the game did not have a huge budget, people move awkwardly, every second npc shares the same face, and there are too many find this than do that puzzles.

    The story on the other hand really sucks you in and for me at least, that is more than worth the cost of admission.
  19. salamonnubke
    Jan 20, 2019
    9
    До последнего скептически относился к игре, ибо "симуляторы ходьбы" не люблю и очень мало реально достойных представителей. Но я всё же надеялся на годноту, так как люблю Лавкрафта. Но после выхода игры и всяческих обзоров усомнился в игре. Но всё же решил оценить. И что в итоге? Я считаю, что это шикарная игра. Я её за один присест прошёл, до самого финала не мог забросить игру. В игреДо последнего скептически относился к игре, ибо "симуляторы ходьбы" не люблю и очень мало реально достойных представителей. Но я всё же надеялся на годноту, так как люблю Лавкрафта. Но после выхода игры и всяческих обзоров усомнился в игре. Но всё же решил оценить. И что в итоге? Я считаю, что это шикарная игра. Я её за один присест прошёл, до самого финала не мог забросить игру. В игре шикарная атмосфера, интересная детективная часть и сам сюжет интересный. Единственное, мне концовка не понравилась, которая у меня вышла. И вообще, из всех возможных концовок считаю одну только хорошей. Жаль, что я на неё не вышел. Да и стелс лучше бы не добавляли в игру, ибо он убогий, ИИ противников портит всё впечатление. Но к счастью, там стелс используется несколько раз всего. В общем любителям Лавкрафта нельзя мимо проходить, а одна из концовок очень даже порадует)… Expand
  20. XboxWeb
    Nov 4, 2018
    5
    Obliba psychologických hororů oprášila slavnou povídku H. P. Lovecrafta, která jako adaptace deskové hry zaujme především dobře napsaným příběhem. Znalce spisovatelových děl sice nepřekvapí, ale ani nenahněvá, protože k mytologii přistupuje s úctou a pokorou. Po žánrové stránce jde o průměrnou detektivku, na kterou vývojáři ještě nedorostli, neboť snahy osvěžit vyšetřování plížením neboObliba psychologických hororů oprášila slavnou povídku H. P. Lovecrafta, která jako adaptace deskové hry zaujme především dobře napsaným příběhem. Znalce spisovatelových děl sice nepřekvapí, ale ani nenahněvá, protože k mytologii přistupuje s úctou a pokorou. Po žánrové stránce jde o průměrnou detektivku, na kterou vývojáři ještě nedorostli, neboť snahy osvěžit vyšetřování plížením nebo akcí jsou spíše kontraproduktivní. Oproti tomu vydavatel vyrostl až moc a spletl si ligy. Do té nejvyšší ještě zdaleka nepatří.… Expand
  21. Aeolian
    Apr 5, 2020
    6
    Being a Lovecraft fan, i can't see this game anything but a disappointment. I can't remember anything memorable from the game other than looking for the next clue, talking to the next person and thinking what skill i should upgrade next. No atmosphere, no true decadent feeling that captured the first game Call of Cthulhu Dark corners of the earth. I don't know how much time the devs spentBeing a Lovecraft fan, i can't see this game anything but a disappointment. I can't remember anything memorable from the game other than looking for the next clue, talking to the next person and thinking what skill i should upgrade next. No atmosphere, no true decadent feeling that captured the first game Call of Cthulhu Dark corners of the earth. I don't know how much time the devs spent their time studying the terrifying universe of the Great old Ones but this game seems more like a walking simulator.… Expand
  22. leviathanarg
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    If this game had better graphics, say as in a Tomb Rider or an Uncharted game, it would be rated a 10 by most players (I am leaving pseudo journos and access media out of the equation because we all know how they rate games) .
    So, yes graphics are dated, I played in December 2020. With that out of the way, I can say that the game is superb. It has investigation, exploration, action, a    If this game had better graphics, say as in a Tomb Rider or an Uncharted game, it would be rated a 10 by most players (I am leaving pseudo journos and access media out of the equation because we all know how they rate games) .
    So, yes graphics are dated, I played in December 2020. With that out of the way, I can say that the game is superb. It has investigation, exploration, action, a very telling story, multiple endings and a few puzzles.
    Great game. Thank you to all that participated in making the game. It was very enjoyable.    … Expand
  23. ColdHand
    Mar 6, 2020
    3
    In a world of Gamepass, Humble bundles, Steam Sales and amazing AAA, there's no place for average games. So imagine for the bad ones... If you're not a fan of Lovecraft's opera, I don't even know what you're doing here. Do yourself a favor and just forget this game even exists. If you *are* a fan, well, just do the same :( Call of Cthulhu is unfortunately not a good game, with laughinglyIn a world of Gamepass, Humble bundles, Steam Sales and amazing AAA, there's no place for average games. So imagine for the bad ones... If you're not a fan of Lovecraft's opera, I don't even know what you're doing here. Do yourself a favor and just forget this game even exists. If you *are* a fan, well, just do the same :( Call of Cthulhu is unfortunately not a good game, with laughingly old game mechanisms, outdated graphisme and uninteresting plot, missing the typical tension of a Cthulhu novel while trying to replace it with some kind of gross imagery. That's a bummer, 'cause we could really use a good dose of Old Ones, but we'll have to wait for the next game, I'm afraid.… Expand
  24. Alvokun
    Aug 11, 2022
    9
    I think this game is quite underrated, though at the same time I can understand some people dislike it because it's highly story-based and you have to like Lovecraft's world to enjoy it (I've read negative critics about this game for being too abstract; well, it's Lovecraft, and it's not an action game). I actually believe it's one of the best adaptations of Lovecraft's short story "CallI think this game is quite underrated, though at the same time I can understand some people dislike it because it's highly story-based and you have to like Lovecraft's world to enjoy it (I've read negative critics about this game for being too abstract; well, it's Lovecraft, and it's not an action game). I actually believe it's one of the best adaptations of Lovecraft's short story "Call of Cthulhu" ever. The atmosphere is unique. The graphics have been criticized, but the truth is that the game is very powerful in terms of setting. There's not even time for it to become repetitive because it's rather intense. There could've been some extra variety when playing as other characters, and maybe a little bit of action (it's clearly a modern graphic adventure), but I find it great overall.… Expand
  25. ChestyPuller
    Dec 1, 2018
    3
    This game is not good, and i mean that as it shouldnt score over a 6 on a normal review. There are good things about it and if others like it i can kind of see why. There are so many parts of the fame that arent intuitive. And i dont mean hand holdy. Early on in the game you need to lift a hatch in the floor using a winch. You need to find a handle for this and low and behold there is aThis game is not good, and i mean that as it shouldnt score over a 6 on a normal review. There are good things about it and if others like it i can kind of see why. There are so many parts of the fame that arent intuitive. And i dont mean hand holdy. Early on in the game you need to lift a hatch in the floor using a winch. You need to find a handle for this and low and behold there is a handle on the floor. You put it on and then you still cant do anything. You search again. You find a rachet device that you put on it. Still you cant do anything. You look around the wharehouse again and find a gear to complete the set up.

    Why couldnt i at least try to open the hatch and then it close after i stopped cranking. SHOWING the player they needed something else to make it through to the next area. This is an early event but it happens almost every time there is a puzzle in this game.

    Its not hand holding if you show players why they cant get through. Having them complete part of the puzzle that has multiple unseen parts and then have no feed back is bad. This isnt true for all puzzles in this game, but probably over 40% which is to high.

    Also the shambler part basically ruined the game for me. The AI is so delayed. It makes the section so terrible i doubt anyone had fun playing it.    … Expand
  26. CamyVero
    May 30, 2021
    8
    It is a narrative game and as such it works excellently. Its main mechanics include exploration, puzzle solving and a slight survival horror and RPG component. If you like Lovecraft's work, you will enjoy this game, the setting is quite good in that respect. However, there are superior games in the survival horror genre. 'Soma' or 'Alien: Isolation' surpass it.
  27. Tellus12
    Nov 14, 2018
    5
    This game had such potential, but now I have completed it, it's potential ends in vain. As a Lovecraft fan i natrually bought this game on release day in the UK. It is based on the author's original story but adds details and events of it's own. I've been told it mimics the board game but I cannot compare not having played it. It starts out very promising with an intruiging L.A Noire styleThis game had such potential, but now I have completed it, it's potential ends in vain. As a Lovecraft fan i natrually bought this game on release day in the UK. It is based on the author's original story but adds details and events of it's own. I've been told it mimics the board game but I cannot compare not having played it. It starts out very promising with an intruiging L.A Noire style case investigation into a family who died under suspiscious circumstances. Ass the storyline unfolds it becomes darker and blends well with the atmospherics created for it. However, the intruige halts about half way through for me when choices you make restrict you from seeing certain parts of the game without playing over from the start. It's diceroll engine provides a selection of answers depending on how capable you character is which is a nice element that clearly relates to the board game.
    Unfortunately it takes a nose dive during the second half where the lack of choice and free roam becomes more evident. The on-rails feeling reminds me of consoles in the early 2000's. Some of the choices you make also affect the endings, but these are so superficial at the time that you can miss them, or pick the wrong one, which restricts you from seeing the endings without starting over.
    Some of the skin and rock textures are very nice but the character movement is somewhat clumsy. The atmospherics and scenes of mental disturbance are well portrayed but happen so often it eventually loses effect. The voice acting is ok, not the worst at all, but conviction seems lacking in certain parts of the storyline to warrant some of the conversations you have. Some of the puzzles and routes are also so simple in places it can feel insulting. This isn't helped with the overused floating mist effect that overlays everywhere you go and the endless walking, particularly in the final chapter which seems to make you climb a set of stairs with no interaction for ten minutes in an attempt to biuld tension. The two main endings, although tense, ultimately flawed the story and could have expanded. Here is a list of positives and negatives:
    positives:
    Atmosphere
    storyline
    character skills system
    some good scenes and scares
    item and text discovery
    great intro
    good level design
    Reconstruction scenes

    nagatives:
    clumsy movement
    some very simple puzzles
    on rails feeling
    overused atmospherics
    monotonous set pieces
    superficial choices
    flawed and brief endings

    This being said, I would say that it is worth a play, especially for a fan of the genre. It could be compared structurally to games like Bioshock and The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, but ultimately lacks the punch of either of those.    … Expand
  28. CoreGamer1408
    May 21, 2020
    5
    Graphics and animations look last gen. The budget looks low production. Voice acting can make or break a story driven type of game like this and it is kind of ropy. I laughed my ass off at Cat. The most unconvincing villain ever a waif of a supermodel. This was a pandemic buy as in bottom of my barrel choices and I kind new it was going to be a risk of sorts. If you want a really creepyGraphics and animations look last gen. The budget looks low production. Voice acting can make or break a story driven type of game like this and it is kind of ropy. I laughed my ass off at Cat. The most unconvincing villain ever a waif of a supermodel. This was a pandemic buy as in bottom of my barrel choices and I kind new it was going to be a risk of sorts. If you want a really creepy experience maybe try Amnesia the Dark Decent, Soma or even the Observer. My overall point better games to buy that do story, VA and the creep factor better.… Expand
  29. dpastern
    Aug 5, 2023
    9
    As a Lovecraft fan, who enjoys the mythos, I loved this game. Dark, moody, graphics were good and the story was good too. Thoroughly recommended.
  30. AddMeForCoOp
    Sep 20, 2021
    6
    The environments shown in the game are very high in quality and fit the tone, and fine voice acting, the game still ends up feeling mediocre due to the stiff character animations, bad lip-sync, and most importantly: the story falling apart near the end and not having a satisfying conclusion, mainly as a result of the lack of consequences to your 'choices' earlier in the game.
  31. Mindurbidniss
    Oct 20, 2022
    5
    Starts off strong and slowly fizzles out until a nice finale where your choices actually matter. The worst thing about this game seems to be the potential squandered in nonsensical puzzles. Also the story becomes incredibly disjointed, which isn't necessarily a bad thing since the theme is insanity. If you're into Lovecraft, you'll most likely be into this. If you're looking for action,Starts off strong and slowly fizzles out until a nice finale where your choices actually matter. The worst thing about this game seems to be the potential squandered in nonsensical puzzles. Also the story becomes incredibly disjointed, which isn't necessarily a bad thing since the theme is insanity. If you're into Lovecraft, you'll most likely be into this. If you're looking for action, look elsewhere. This title is a borderline walking sim, but in the best way.… Expand
  32. nnevill
    Mar 24, 2023
    8
    In this game, it's possible to summon Cthulhu so at least because of this it is worth playing. In terms of detective, I believe Frogwares would do better but for some reason they didn't have a chance. It's not a good idea to pass the game in development from one studio to another. But anyway I think what Frogwares did makes the game playable and sometimes interesting. It's not an AAA gameIn this game, it's possible to summon Cthulhu so at least because of this it is worth playing. In terms of detective, I believe Frogwares would do better but for some reason they didn't have a chance. It's not a good idea to pass the game in development from one studio to another. But anyway I think what Frogwares did makes the game playable and sometimes interesting. It's not an AAA game but just a good thriller for several evenings.… Expand
  33. Gasbraai
    Nov 6, 2018
    7
    A fun and atmospheric game that I played through once and probably won't revisit. The bad parts (the unnecessary shooting section) are generally overshadowed by the atmospheric gameplay sections and if they make a sequel, I'll give it a shot.
  34. GamePresscz
    Nov 19, 2018
    8
    Je čas si to shrnout. Máme zde epický příběh z Cthulhu univerza, úžasné ozvučení s precizním dabingem a českou lokalizaci. Svou atmosférou a silou vás k sobě připoutá příběh, který překonal veškerá naše očekávaní. Call of Cthulhu je šílená noční můra, ze které se nebudete chtít probudit. GamePress cz
  35. GRRicky
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Personally I would give it an eight, but my girl friend force me to give it a ten. This is her first real video game and it got her completely hooked. Despite the various issue of this game, we both had a very good time with it.
    Pro- -engaging story with some real plot twists. -interesting minor design choice -Good RPG system
    -well written dialogues -good atmosphere Con- -combat and    Personally I would give it an eight, but my girl friend force me to give it a ten. This is her first real video game and it got her completely hooked. Despite the various issue of this game, we both had a very good time with it.
    Pro- -engaging story with some real plot twists. -interesting minor design choice -Good RPG system
    -well written dialogues -good atmosphere Con-
    -combat and stealth mechanics are terrible -poor boss battles
    -ending is anticlimactic
    -the visual could be better    … Expand
  36. Epic-jakeyo
    Dec 10, 2019
    6
    What would be a genuinely terrifying experience becomes stale and frustrating due to unforgiving stealth mechanics and pointless 'puzzles' that involve repeating a looping scenario until you finally find the correct door or lever to operate. These parts really ruin the momentum of the game and sadly let down other parts where the game shines. If the stealth parts didn't result in instantWhat would be a genuinely terrifying experience becomes stale and frustrating due to unforgiving stealth mechanics and pointless 'puzzles' that involve repeating a looping scenario until you finally find the correct door or lever to operate. These parts really ruin the momentum of the game and sadly let down other parts where the game shines. If the stealth parts didn't result in instant death the panic would set in and make the enemies more scary, instead you get sick of respawning.… Expand
  37. inmh
    Mar 12, 2019
    6
    Had a LOT of potential that it didn't quite carry off.

    Story was okay, combat was eh, and acting was eh. The character animations didn't match with the dialogue either, and while I can forgive that with games that originated with a different language, I'm 90% sure this one originated with English-language animation/writers/actors.
  38. Babutto
    Apr 17, 2019
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pretty poor for the ambitions highlighted during the development. The story itself seems good as well as the narrative. But the game play is boring. Everything is so linear, music is dull that at the end you just want to finish it as soon as possible.
    Graphics are good and for the Lovecraft mythology fan I will anyways recommend to play it. Especially because of the silhouette of the dark god far away in the storm at the end of the game.    … Expand
  39. Redrako
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    In my opinion, one of the best Lovecraft lore based games, the graphic is a bit dated for this period, but the atmosphere, the gameplay and the story was exactly what i expected from this game.
  40. Gryffith
    Sep 4, 2019
    3
    Had some good story points, but gameplay is worse than from 90s.. Not scary at all, poor adventure riddles, 0/10 for action sequences
  41. Howard_stol
    Sep 15, 2019
    8
    Если вы любитель творчества Г.Лавкрафта то игра вам определенно понравится
  42. Lonitx
    May 1, 2022
    3
    Negatives:

    Not being able to pause cutscenes. The frequent loading screens would not be a problem if they weren't so damn long, often you'll wonder if your console crashed and you have to force-quit or if the bar will eventually progress. It's also pretty bad design to require an input from the player at the end of each of those loading screens. The skill point system, they could    Negatives:

    Not being able to pause cutscenes.

    The frequent loading screens would not be a problem if they weren't so damn long, often you'll wonder if your console crashed and you have to force-quit or if the bar will eventually progress. It's also pretty bad design to require an input from the player at the end of each of those loading screens.

    The skill point system, they could have left it out, feels a bit tacked on or maybe a way to get some replay value but I don't think it works.

    Neutral:

    the voice acting, I don't want to say it's bad but it's not good either, accompanied with the static first person perspective you're locked in makes dialogue a bit dry.

    Positives:

    I liked the graphics    … Expand
  43. Antonis
    Apr 7, 2020
    8
    Για το είδος του είναι ότι καλύτερό
    . Φοβερή ατμόσφαιρα και ήχος τα γραφικά ναι είναι σαν να παίζεις παιχνίδι προηγούμενης κονσόλας αλλά είναι το λιγότερο που κοιτάς σε ένα τέτοιο game. Τους fans του Lovecraft απλά θα τους συγκινήσει    Για το είδος του είναι ότι καλύτερό
    . Φοβερή ατμόσφαιρα και ήχος τα γραφικά ναι είναι σαν να παίζεις παιχνίδι προηγούμενης κονσόλας αλλά είναι το λιγότερο που κοιτάς σε ένα τέτοιο game. Τους fans του Lovecraft απλά θα τους συγκινήσει
  44. Deadalive25
    Jul 26, 2022
    7
    Игра в жанре квеста с элементами хоррора, не стоит ждать от нее шутера в духе прошлой Call of cthulhu, они никак не связаны, кроме обращения к мифологии Лавкрафта. Получилось удачно передать нарастающее безумие главного героя, хотя есть выбор провоцировать безумие или оставаться верным рассудку. В игре сплели идеи и мотивы разных произведений Лавкрафта, а также добавили своего - получилосьИгра в жанре квеста с элементами хоррора, не стоит ждать от нее шутера в духе прошлой Call of cthulhu, они никак не связаны, кроме обращения к мифологии Лавкрафта. Получилось удачно передать нарастающее безумие главного героя, хотя есть выбор провоцировать безумие или оставаться верным рассудку. В игре сплели идеи и мотивы разных произведений Лавкрафта, а также добавили своего - получилось в целом удачно. К сожалению явно недостаток бюджета не дал сделать действительно хорошую игру, получилось в итоге средне, много недостатков геймплея, оборванные сюжетные линии, практически бесполезная прокачка. Тем не менее с игрой стоит ознакомиться всем поклонникам Лавкрафта, а также тем, кто хочет поиграть в достаточно атмосферную адвенчуру… Expand
  45. FORREST_006
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is best detective style cthullu game . 10/10 by me . Waiting for sequel
  46. Kosm
    Feb 25, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Alors deja si je devais donné une note sur 20 je lui donnerais un beau 14.
    On va pas se mentir, c'est un jeu qui est très limité techniquement, on peut le ressentir assez vite via quelques textures bien baveuse, quelques chute de framerate, mais tout ceci est contrebalancé par une ambiance qui fait son petit effet.
    l'ile ou on se rend au tout debut de l'histoire et sur lequel la totalité de l'aventure prendra forme, reussi a nous retransmettre une sensation de malaise a certain moments. Le jeu ne fais pas peur et n'use quasiment pas de jump scare, tout ce joue sur l'ambiance lovecraftienne.

    le gameplay est assez sommaire, quelques enigmes nous sont proposé pour diversifier un peu notre aventure, de plus le jeu a une bonne durée de vie (environ 7 heures de jeu)

    Le personnage que l'on incarne (un detective qui avant cela a combattu lors de la premiere guerre mondiale et en est ressorti traumatisé) est plutot interessant, la plupart des personnages présent dans le jeu ne sont pas juste la pour décorer.

    En definitive si vous ne pretez pas trop attention a la technique et qu'une ambiance legerement horrifique vous interesse, n'hesitez pas    … Expand
  47. rickdonnie
    Jun 26, 2020
    6
    So, at first, I didn't like the game at all. Not enough gameplay, no real exploration. I had to do it a second time after a few month to make up my mind, because there were still stuff I liked in the game, as a Lovecraft's fan. And now, I like it. Still not perfect, some parts are even bad I think, or have no logic. Like sometimes, you'll play another character, who has the same skills asSo, at first, I didn't like the game at all. Not enough gameplay, no real exploration. I had to do it a second time after a few month to make up my mind, because there were still stuff I liked in the game, as a Lovecraft's fan. And now, I like it. Still not perfect, some parts are even bad I think, or have no logic. Like sometimes, you'll play another character, who has the same skills as the main one, who is supposed to be a detective, and a guy who can hide and stuff. But when you play someone else, it's the exact same gameplay. Too bad, I thought they could have done something great with the change of perspective, but they didn't. otherwise, it's a pretty good atmospheric game. The horror of the unseen, the story, it's familiar for fans, and a lovely love letter. Gameplay is really simple even if sometimes hard (one boss in particular, if you don't know what to do, you'll yell at your screen), graphics are not great but the artistic direction is interesting and good, sound is great.… Expand
  48. Molxium
    Sep 23, 2020
    4
    I love Lovecraft and the Call of Cthulhu, I read it and loved it.

    This game is not what it should be. Trying to merge detective game with horror, did not work well. I played it, but I didn`t really enjoy it.
  49. CossackGamer
    Jul 11, 2020
    7
    Better than the sum of its parts.
    If you like Lovecraft, this is a good take on his works. Nice atmosphere and setting.
  50. Cowcatapult
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    No esperes unos gráficos impresionantes porque el juego no va de eso, en cambio la atmósfera y la historia son impresionantes. Se pasa mal, prepárate para esconderte y huir porque no hay peleas ni disparos. Me parece un juego imprescindible
  51. Vokrug_Vostok
    Jul 26, 2022
    0
    Worst game I’ve ever played!!!! Broken mechanics that saves your game after skill check failed, broken trophies(much easier than in description and you can get some by not following the steps in the corresponding prompts or not getting all collectibles, but somehow you getting a trophy. Graphics and design from 2001(even in 2001 there were much more beautiful games). The main plot isWorst game I’ve ever played!!!! Broken mechanics that saves your game after skill check failed, broken trophies(much easier than in description and you can get some by not following the steps in the corresponding prompts or not getting all collectibles, but somehow you getting a trophy. Graphics and design from 2001(even in 2001 there were much more beautiful games). The main plot is soooooooo boring and stupid that I end laughing at some point and started to smash through this piece of game skipping all dialogues and cutscenes… Do not ever buy this game, save your money, buy vegetables instead, better investment. God thank you that I download it for free via ps plus, but even for free I never recommend your to start this piece of awfulness. And yeah, I play a lot of games, have 152 platinums, so I understand what I’m saying hear.… Expand
  52. PHAPrado
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    For those who like lovecraftian stories, atmosphere and scenarios, Call of Cthulhu is a full meal! The only sad thing is that the game is too short, but this is a personal opinion. Very good character development, gameplay variety, soundtracks... (god tier) I think the score of this game is NOT so high because the mainstream public must have imagined something more tangible from CthulhuFor those who like lovecraftian stories, atmosphere and scenarios, Call of Cthulhu is a full meal! The only sad thing is that the game is too short, but this is a personal opinion. Very good character development, gameplay variety, soundtracks... (god tier) I think the score of this game is NOT so high because the mainstream public must have imagined something more tangible from Cthulhu (similar to Godzilla etc.).… Expand
  53. Johnsonsteed91
    Mar 16, 2023
    2
    This game is not getting a 0 to give developer credit for effort. Gameplay is very absent, cutscenes are painful to watch, graphics are sad for an unreal engine game, and the story is hard to appreciate. You never really know what’s going on, nothing is too as far as puzzles go or lack thereof. Just a disappointing result for a narrative-cinematic game trying to be like a quantic-dreamThis game is not getting a 0 to give developer credit for effort. Gameplay is very absent, cutscenes are painful to watch, graphics are sad for an unreal engine game, and the story is hard to appreciate. You never really know what’s going on, nothing is too as far as puzzles go or lack thereof. Just a disappointing result for a narrative-cinematic game trying to be like a quantic-dream style game made by a decent studio- focus entertainment..… Expand
  54. Morados9
    Jan 3, 2023
    7
    Muy buena historia de terror pero me hubira gustado más acción. Bien pero no suficiente.
  55. TheThunderbird
    Jun 26, 2023
    4
    I love the Cthulhu mythos but this gameplay is so boring and the plot is so bland. The game is not even scary with only a few levels actually bringing me to the edge of my seat. But other than that there was nothing that made me want to go back. All in all the game is boring and the story is bad with almost nothing scary despite being a horror game. Very disappointed.
  56. Justhauntr
    Sep 10, 2023
    8
    Call Of Cthulhu is a fantastic narrative driven experience with an excellent atmosphere and solid mechanics that's great if you're looking for a short, to the point, true blue Lovecraftian experience.

    However its RPG elements fall flat on its face the farther you get into the game and the character models are pretty bad all things considered. Very fun but you can really only get a    Call Of Cthulhu is a fantastic narrative driven experience with an excellent atmosphere and solid mechanics that's great if you're looking for a short, to the point, true blue Lovecraftian experience.

    However its RPG elements fall flat on its face the farther you get into the game and the character models are pretty bad all things considered.

    Very fun but you can really only get a single playthrough out of it as much of the game is the same besides a few different choice endings you can arrive to.    … Expand

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 47 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 47
  3. Negative: 4 out of 47
  1. IGN Japan
    Apr 29, 2019
    62
    Call of Cthulhu’s strange and eerie visuals somewhat succeed in recreating the atmosphere of Cthulhu mythology. However, instead of contributing to the story, stats such as Sanity feel like they deny the player’s trial-and-error. From shooting to stealth segments, the wide array of different systems needed more polish as well.
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  2. Cubed3
    Dec 3, 2018
    50
    At best, this is just a very gimmicky adventure game. Each level having its own thing is a bit refreshing from always having to pixel-hunt for objects, tying simplistic stats into the mix adds some planning, and the way this title forces players to commit to their actions is nice. Sadly, as the journey reaches its half-way point, the story unravels in a very unsatisfying manner. Characters are built up and don't get the proper pay-off, while some disappear entirely.
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  3. LaPS4
    Nov 16, 2018
    64
    Call of Cthulhu is not a horror game as such, It’s a title filled up with suspense, amusing moments, even surrealism is in there, which, to be honest, is the most entertaining part. Also there are moments in which you don’t know what are you doing playing this game while you could be doing anything else. Lovecraft’s universe is placed in a game that cannot reach the immensity of Lovecraft’s imagery. And It ends up being a heap of circumstances and mechanics so positive as others that we should left behind in the past.
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