Description
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Daymare: 1998 is a third-person survival horror game that honors the iconic horror titles of the ’90s while delivering a fresh and engaging narrative. Developed by Invader Studios and published by Destructive Creations and All in! Games, the game was released on September 17, 2019, for Microsoft Windows and later expanded to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One platforms. Here’s a detailed look at what the game offers:
Storyline
The game is set in the fictional town of Keen Sight, Idaho, in the year 1998. An incident involving a chemical outbreak has transformed the town’s residents into aggressive, mutated creatures. Players navigate through this nightmare scenario with three distinct characters:
Liev, an elite soldier with the special unit H.A.D.E.S. (Hexacore Advanced Division for Extraction and Search).
Raven, a helicopter pilot with a traumatic past.
Sam, a forest ranger suffering from “Daymare Syndrome,” a condition causing hallucinations and migraines.
The narrative unfolds through these multiple perspectives, providing a comprehensive view of the outbreak’s impact on different individuals.
Gameplay Mechanics
Survival Horror Elements: The game emphasizes resource management, with limited ammunition, health items, and inventory space. Players must strategize and conserve resources to survive encounters with the game’s formidable enemies.
Combat and Puzzles: Combat requires a tactical approach; enemies are hard to kill, and players need to use various weapons and tactics, including melee attacks and environmental hazards. Puzzles are scattered throughout the game, blending seamlessly with the survival horror experience, requiring players to think critically to progress.
Atmosphere: Daymare: 1998 excels in creating an eerie and immersive atmosphere reminiscent of classic ’90s horror games. The game’s environments are detailed, from the eerie corridors of research facilities to the desolate streets of Keen Sight.
HUD and Controls: The game uses an over-the-shoulder camera perspective with a realistic HUD that integrates inventory and health checks into the game’s narrative through special gear.
Graphics and Sound
Visuals: Utilizing Unreal Engine 4, Daymare: 1998 offers high-quality graphics that capture the mood of its setting. The design of the creatures is particularly noteworthy, with detailed animations and gruesome dismemberment effects.
Soundtrack and Audio: The game features an original soundtrack that adds to the tension and fear, with sound design that enhances the horror experience through realistic audio cues and eerie ambient sounds.
Reception
Reviews: The game has received mixed to average reviews from critics. IGN Italy gave it a 6.8, praising its ambition but noting areas where it fell short. Multiplayer.it appreciated its homage to survival horror but pointed out production limitations. Eurogamer Italy found it rewarding for hardcore fans of the genre. Users on Steam have given it a “Mixed” rating, with 55% of the 27 user reviews in the last 30 days being positive.
Additional Content
Post-Release Updates: A free update, “H.A.D.E.S. Dead End,” was released for the PC version, offering a new mode where players tackle random objectives under time pressure, further challenging survival skills.
Community and Mods
Fan Engagement: The game has a dedicated wiki and community discussions on platforms like Steam, where players share tips, strategies, and mods to enhance the gameplay experience.
Conclusion
Daymare: 1998 stands as a testament to the survival horror genre’s charm, bringing back players to the tension-filled, puzzle-solving, and monster-slaying gameplay of the ’90s. While it has its flaws, particularly in terms of execution and polish, it remains a compelling option for fans of the genre looking for a nostalgic yet fresh experience.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: WINDOWS 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (64-BIT Required)
Processor: Intel®Core i5-4460, 2.70GHz or AMD FX-6300 or better
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or AMD Radeon R7 260x with 2 GB Video RAM
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 23 GB available space
RECOMMENDED:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: WINDOWS 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (64-BIT Required)
Processor: Intel®Core i7-3770 or AMD FX-9590 or better
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 480 with 3GB VRAM
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 23 GB available space
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