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# The Casting of Frank Stone Review
- URL: https://www.agamingnetwork.com/the-casting-of-frank-stone-review/
- Published: 2024-09-12T20:46:26.000Z
- Updated: 2025-03-10T16:30:40.000Z
- Author: Marcel Dee
- Tags: Reviews

Ever wonder why four survivors have been relentlessly hunted by a killer in the woods since 2016? *The Casting of Frank Stone*, a 2024 interactive drama horror game developed by Supermassive Games and published by Behaviour Interactive, delves into the chilling universe of *Dead by Daylight*. Supermassive Games, known for *Until Dawn* and *The Quarry*, brings its signature choice-based narrative style to this dark tale, where your decisions impact the fates of the characters caught in a horrifying web of survival.

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**A Tribute to Dead by Daylight**

For *Dead by Daylight* fans, *The Casting of Frank Stone* is a treat. As a casual player of *Dead by Daylight* since 2017, I couldn’t help but geek out at the numerous Easter eggs scattered throughout the game and how intricately it ties into the main game’s lore. The quick-time events are all inspired by *Dead by Daylight* mechanics, making the experience feel like an extension of the universe, a true homage to Behaviour Interactive’s creation. For fans of the series, it’s an appreciation and celebration of everything *Dead by Daylight* has built over the years.

**Graphics and Performance**

Visually, the game is stunning. The character models and facial animations are some of the best Supermassive has ever produced, bringing a heightened level of immersion. However, while playing on PC, I encountered some performance issues, notably framerate dips that worsened the longer I played. Resetting the game temporarily fixed the issue, but I suspect there’s a memory leak causing the performance instability over time. While it’s a correctable issue with future patches, it’s worth noting that these dips can momentarily take you out of the otherwise immersive experience.

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**Gameplay and Story**

Like most Supermassive games, *The Casting of Frank Stone* leans heavily on storytelling, with quick-time events and player choices shaping the narrative. However, I found the interactive elements a bit lacking, with fewer moments of player input compared to previous Supermassive titles. At times, it felt like I was watching the game more than playing it, which can detract from the overall engagement. More player-driven moments would have elevated the experience further.

Despite the limited interactivity, the story had me hooked. Sure, it can feel like a cheesy horror movie at times, but the exploration of the *Dead by Daylight* world, from past to present, kept me invested. The game offers multiple endings, and the ability to revisit *The Cutting Room Floor* to see other possible outcomes is a neat feature, adding replayability as you try to uncover the different fates of the cast.

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**Lore and Easter Eggs**

What truly makes *The Casting of Frank Stone* special is how it ties into the *Dead by Daylight* lore. Supermassive Games has done its homework, integrating the universe’s themes and mythology seamlessly into this standalone story. From familiar killers to references to past events, the game feels like a love letter to *Dead by Daylight* fans. As a bonus, players can earn Bloodpoints and other rewards that transfer over to the main game, adding even more value to the experience.

**Conclusion**

For $40 USD, *The Casting of Frank Stone* offers a solid, cinematic horror experience that fans of *Dead by Daylight* will especially enjoy. It pays homage to the series while delivering a standalone story that can appeal to casual and hardcore players alike. With beautiful graphics, engaging lore, and nods to the main game, it’s a must-play for *Dead by Daylight* enthusiasts.

While performance issues and a lack of interactivity slightly mar the experience, the strong narrative and fan service make up for it. I hope to see more stories set in the *Dead by Daylight* world in the future—this game has proven to have a lot of potential for expanding the universe beyond multiplayer gameplay.

For fans of *Dead by Daylight*, *The Casting of Frank Stone* is a thrilling ride, and I couldn’t imagine how much more exciting it would be for hardcore fans of the franchise. 

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