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6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 42 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 42
  2. Negative: 13 out of 42
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  1. Aug 28, 2018
    9
    Game in first person that will make you enter a story based on real events.
    This game of adventure and terror is inspired by an incident he had in Dyatlov, when 9 Russian hikers mysteriously died without knowing how or why. In the game, our character will have to discover the reasons why these Russian hikers died.
    This game is narrated by one of the most popular British actors, Sean
    Game in first person that will make you enter a story based on real events.
    This game of adventure and terror is inspired by an incident he had in Dyatlov, when 9 Russian hikers mysteriously died without knowing how or why. In the game, our character will have to discover the reasons why these Russian hikers died.

    This game is narrated by one of the most popular British actors, Sean Bean. If we add to that the environment of the game, the effects, the fear, its history and its graphic quality we can imagine that we are facing a masterpiece of fear games in the first person. This game you will enjoy from the first minute without any doubt.
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  2. Jul 5, 2020
    9
    with it's amazing music and atmosphere this spine-chilling adventure has brought me a few hours of full immersion into those beautiful and at the same time horrifying ural mountains. astonishing, hypnotic and frightening adventure.
  3. Mar 9, 2016
    10
    Kholat is a unique experience, mix of adventure, horror, experience. It's NOT an easy game. It's challenging and does not forgive players who are pushing forward without thinking. The map, compass and good terrain orientation are all necessary in Kholat. If you admire a good challenge set in amazing mood, graphics and sounds then this should be a treat for you.
  4. Mar 9, 2016
    9
    This game evades the comparison to any other game out there. I can see why it gets very different scores from various sources. It is hard to grasp, difficult to understand at times. If you are looking for walking simulator - walk way. If you are looking for horror - you can find more typical game of such genre elsewhere. If you are looking for adventure - it is not a typical one. But IThis game evades the comparison to any other game out there. I can see why it gets very different scores from various sources. It is hard to grasp, difficult to understand at times. If you are looking for walking simulator - walk way. If you are looking for horror - you can find more typical game of such genre elsewhere. If you are looking for adventure - it is not a typical one. But I found in it something fresh that
    has incredible atmosphere, stellar voice acting, brilliant landscapes and mood. For the price I bought (18 EUR) this is definitely a good value. I spent around 7,5 hour with it and I love watching how other streamers player it. Go check it yourself.
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  5. Mar 15, 2016
    9
    One of the most underrated games ever! I think that's because it is not a typical walking sim. Kholat is a difficult game, in which you need to be fully focused and think about what you are doing, and where you are going. I think that the most of gamers and reviewers are trying to rush through it as through any other walking simulator. But it's not this kind of game. There is so much toOne of the most underrated games ever! I think that's because it is not a typical walking sim. Kholat is a difficult game, in which you need to be fully focused and think about what you are doing, and where you are going. I think that the most of gamers and reviewers are trying to rush through it as through any other walking simulator. But it's not this kind of game. There is so much to uncover, many layers of a storyline, a lot of creepy places and situations. Absolutely stunning music and voice acting. I just love it. Go and give it a try! It is worth it. Expand
  6. Jul 9, 2022
    8
    Interesting theme, nobody before didn't put the Dyatlov pass incident in the game,as far as i know. The game is based on a true event, but it succesfully tried to put supernatural elements to that. The atmosphere is quite intense sometimes. Yes, somebody will say it is a walking simulator,but if you like a good story driven games, you should try it. Not a masterpiece but a good indie title.
  7. May 20, 2022
    8
    a first person adventure that does not hold your hand in playing this game. being able to read a compass and map helps out greatly. but its still a fun little mystery.
Metascore
64

Mixed or average reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 22
  2. Negative: 4 out of 22
  1. Jul 5, 2016
    80
    This thrilling story will keep you at the edge of your seat and will leave you wanting to know more about these events. Kholat won’t disappoint the fans of the genre and is worth a try.
  2. CD-Action
    May 30, 2016
    65
    Irrespective of the platform, Kholat is a game full of extremities. Awesome aspect of navigating the area is squandered by invisible corridors resulting from main character’s restricted mobility. Powerful horror scenes are wasted in a story that’s just an empty shell. On a technical side I was disappointed that the game runs in 30 fps and sometimes noticeably stutters. [05/2016, p.63]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 18, 2016
    70
    It’s a world that feels remote, hostile and bloody mysterious, and you’ll want to persist in order to unthaw its buried secrets. [June 2016, p78]