Call of Cthulhu

 PlayStation 4
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7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 214 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 60 out of 214
  3. Negative: 37 out of 214
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  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. Morados9
    Jan 3, 2023
    7
    Muy buena historia de terror pero me hubira gustado más acción. Bien pero no suficiente.
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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.
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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.
  21. 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.
  22. 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
  23. FORREST_006
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is best detective style cthullu game . 10/10 by me . Waiting for sequel
  24. 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.
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
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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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