Cursed Exped

Not liking that the new map is a paid dlc when the base game only has one map and very barebones gameplay. Wouldn't mind paid dlcs if the base game was more fleshed out and felt like a complete game. I bought this game expecting for more content to be added to the base game since it is in early access.

The idea of searching for a cursed item is not bad, but the execution is mediocre. It is basically a walking simulator that does not even try to scare you. You simply wander around looking for an item without facing any real danger. The concept could have been made much more interesting.

Cursed Exped is a small horror investigation game where I take on the role of a ghost hunter exploring a haunted house. My main job is to find and cleanse a cursed item, but I cannot just walk in and grab it. I have to use different tools to investigate the house, work out where the supernatural activity is happening and then perform a ritual to deal with the curse. I like the basic idea because it gives the horror a reason to exist instead of just having me walk through a dark house waiting for something to jump at me. The investigation system is probably the part I enjoy most. I have to pay attention to the information in the book because it explains how the different tools and rituals work. Once I find an area where the unknown is active, I can create a ritual area and bring the necessary items there. It is fairly straightforward once I understand the process, but there is still a nice feeling of actually investigating something rather than simply following a marker telling me where to go. The haunted house itself does a decent job of creating an uncomfortable atmosphere. I am moving around with limited information while knowing that the ghost can be watching me. There is only…

game atmosphere was pretty dark and unsettling, but game kinda sucks. could be better.

Overall Rating: 7/10 - Super fun and underrated ghost hunting game!

Maybe I'm nitpicking, but an achievement for 10,000 cursed items cleansed? C'mon man. There's just not enough incentive in the world for that in a two-player game with this little variation.