Kelsey Raynor
VG247Fear the Spotlight review
Published 2/25/2025
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Series X|S / PS4 / Linux / PC / PS5 / Mac / XONE / Switch - 9/15/2023
Fear The Spotlight
Fear the Spotlight is an atmospheric third-person horror adventure with a disturbing mystery to unravel. Sneak into school after hours with Vivian and Amy, survive a séance gone wrong, solve tactile puzzles, and, whatever you do, stay out of the spotlight…
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- Cozy Game Pals
- Publisher
- Blumhouse Games
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Critic avg
79
19 scored reviews
Total coverage
19
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Score range
60–100
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Score range is 31+ points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 79 across 19 scored reviews, with a 40-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 90–100 band.
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19 included scored reviews
90–1006 reviews · 32%
80–896 reviews · 32%
70–795 reviews · 26%
Below 702 reviews · 11%
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Katharine Castle
EurogamerFear the Spotlight review - lo-fi horror that's light on scares but big on heart
Published 11/5/2024
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60
-19 vs critic avg
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Read originalAndrew Agress
The Outerhaven ProductionsFear the Spotlight Review – A Beacon of Indie Horror
Published 11/5/2024
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90
+11 vs critic avg
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Read originalNathaniel Stevens
Digital ChumpsFear the Spotlight Review (PS5)
Published 10/28/2024
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Score
85
+6 vs critic avg
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Read originalRichard Walker
Xbox AchievementsFear the Spotlight Review | XboxAchievements.com
Published 10/25/2024
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80
+1 vs critic avg
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Read originalKen McKown
ZTGDFear the Spotlight (XSX) Review – ZTGD
Published 10/24/2024
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80
+1 vs critic avg
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Read originalNathan Carter
Gaming NexusFear the Spotlight Review - Gaming Nexus
Published 10/23/2024
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100
+21 vs critic avg
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Read originalJade Sayers
Push SquareReview: Fear The Spotlight (PS5) - A Love Letter to PS1 Horror with a Bit Too Much Back-and-Forth
Published 10/22/2024
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70
-9 vs critic avg
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Read originalMark Delaney
GameSpotFear The Spotlight Review - Blumhouse's First Video Game Is Best Enjoyed As An Intro To Horror
Published 10/22/2024
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70
-9 vs critic avg
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Read originalOllie Reynolds
Nintendo LifeReview: Fear The Spotlight (Switch) - A Retro-Styled, Narrative Horror Gem & A Must-Play
Published 10/21/2024
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+11 vs critic avg
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