404Sight

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404Sight is a single player and multiplayer platformer game. It was developed by RetroYetiGames and was released on April 16, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

404Sight is a free game made in support of net neutrality. It’s a 3D playground runner influenced by parkour running with the addition of a special ping ability that reveals areas that can speed the player up or slow them down.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,074 reviews

music118 positive mentions

optimization12 negative mentions

Fun and engaging gameplay with a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers.
Beautiful graphics and a catchy soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
Free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience without any financial commitment.

Short playtime, with many players completing the game in under an hour.
Performance issues and bugs, including lag and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
Limited replay value and lack of depth in the story and mechanics.

music
191 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
36%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and immersive quality, with many reviewers highlighting its synthwave style that complements the gameplay and visuals effectively. While some players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, the overall consensus is that it enhances the gaming experience, making it a standout feature of the game. Additionally, the seamless transitions between levels and the variety of tracks contribute to a vibrant atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
- “The soundtrack complements the visual aesthetic, effectively immersing players into the digital world.”
- “The music is great, the parkour mechanics are fluid and simple to grasp, and the levels are pretty well designed.”
- “With eye-catching graphics, an amazing soundtrack, and an easy-to-run setup... what more does a person need!”
- “The graphics are basic and boring, the music is repetitive - but 1) it's fun and 2) it's free.”
- “The soundtrack starts strong but quickly gets repetitive, which really disappointed me.”
- “Yeah it's free and for a good cause, but it's coded horribly, the music is uninspired, and the platforming is very awkward.”
gameplay
188 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
58%
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The gameplay of "404sight" is generally described as engaging and fast-paced, featuring unique mechanics like the ping system that enhances movement and interaction with the environment. While many players appreciate the fluid controls and vibrant visuals, some criticize the lack of depth and repetitive nature of the gameplay, suggesting that it could benefit from additional mechanics and content. Overall, it offers a fun, albeit short, experience that is enjoyable for casual play, especially for fans of platformers.
- “404sight is a fast-paced, free-running platformer that delivers not just fun gameplay but also a clever commentary on internet freedom and net neutrality.”
- “The gameplay is simple but satisfying.”
- “With the lovely music caressing your eardrums and the simple yet deep mechanics at your fingertips, it becomes pure joy to play.”
- “There's no story after you start playing, only one style of gameplay, nothing to unlock and no multiplayer.”
- “Some mechanics are interesting, but it's so poorly made that it's just not fun.”
- “The gameplay is agonizingly clunky and clearly has not been playtested correctly, and if it has, then none of the glaringly obvious problems were addressed from those sessions.”
graphics
172 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the clean, minimalist aesthetic and vibrant colors that evoke a futuristic feel reminiscent of titles like "Mirror's Edge" and "Tron." While some found the visuals charming and well-designed, others criticized performance issues, such as stuttering and low frame rates, particularly on older hardware. Overall, the graphics are generally considered appealing but may require optimization for smoother gameplay.
- “The game’s graphics are clean and minimalist, which pairs well with the futuristic, digital feel of the environment.”
- “The art style is striking, with a minimalist yet atmospheric design that enhances the overall theme of the game.”
- “The graphics beautifully capture the essence of data flow with vibrant colors and neon aesthetics.”
- “The graphics are very minimalistic, where I kind of like the look of it, but it's also just really bare bones, without much there.”
- “Unfortunately, I think the game might have some sort of optimization issues; when I played this on my desktop, it wasn't running well at all unless I toned the graphics way down, and at that point it looked more like a bad flash game than anything else.”
- “The graphics are basic and boring, the music is repetitive - but 1) it's fun and 2) it's free.”
story
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal and often described as forgettable, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. While it attempts to address themes of net neutrality, many players find the narrative vague and underdeveloped, with only brief exposition at the start and a cutscene at the end. Overall, the story is seen as a weak element that detracts from the otherwise enjoyable platforming experience.
- “The story behind it is also interesting.”
- “404sight is a runner that uses the issue of internet neutrality as its core story.”
- “Although the small amount of story is pretty cheesy, it helps to set up the theme of keeping speed and avoiding hazards.”
- “The story isn't emphasized, so you don't have to worry about paying attention to it.”
- “The story is pretty non-existent except for the cutscenes at the beginning and end, but the entire game is meant as a metaphor for internet neutrality.”
- “I booted it up and got a really vague story and was sent into cyberspace.”
optimization
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
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The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting lag, stuttering, and poor performance even on low settings. While a few users noted smooth performance on their systems, the overall consensus highlights severe optimization issues that detract from the gameplay experience, making it difficult to recommend until these problems are addressed.
- “Despite some comments, this game runs smoothly on my system.”
- “It is also very well optimized, so even running at the max setting, it looks incredible, all while running smoothly.”
- “Apart from the optimization issue (have to turn everything to low to play correctly with a decent config), this game is awesome.”
- “This issue is compounded by certain technical limitations that occasionally result in lag or stuttering, hindering the fluidity that the game's concept is built upon.”
- “I want to like this game, but unfortunately, the optimization of the game is just awful.”
- “Unfortunately, I think the game might have some sort of optimization issues; when I played this on my desktop, it wasn't running well at all unless I toned the graphics way down, and at that point it looked more like a bad flash game than anything else.”
stability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
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The game is generally enjoyable and recommended for its low price, but it suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in the settings and during the first level. While some players find it entertaining despite these issues, many express frustration over the lack of polish and optimization, with calls for more consistent updates to address the problems. Overall, stability is a significant concern, with frequent reports of technical glitches impacting the experience.
- “Runs great and movement feels good, so this is recommended, being free and easy to complete.”
- “If your system can play it bug-free, I recommend it.”
- “A fun and easy game to play, although for its extremely affordable price point, the game is buggy and clunky at times.”
- “Overall impression: short, glitchy (see glitches below), linear game but with a unique charm, fun gameplay and great music.”
- “Unfortunately a bit buggy :/”
replayability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed, with some players noting limited value due to its short playtime and lack of significant changes in experience upon replay. However, features like leaderboard challenges, multiple completion methods for levels, and different perspectives (first-person vs. third-person) provide some incentive for replaying. While some find it fun and worth revisiting, others feel it ultimately lacks depth for repeated playthroughs.
- “It's well-made, doesn't feel linear, and has some decent replayability.”
- “Fun, short, lots of replayability, solid short game.”
- “Each level has multiple ways of completing it, allowing for replayability.”
- “The game has no replay value, though it’s worth giving a try since it’s free.”
- “Relatively short playtime, with limited replay value.”
- “The message behind the game ain't gonna change anyone's opinions and the game doesn't have any replayability.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often requiring significant time investment without meaningful rewards or incentives. While some elements attempt to alleviate the monotony, many reviewers noted that the experience can become frustrating, particularly during challenging levels. Overall, the grinding is seen as a major drawback that detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “A bit grindy... sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “one long, tedious grind”
- “It was starting to feel a bit tedious by the end.”
- “I really expected to enjoy the OST throughout, but I was actually grinding my teeth by the end, fed up of hearing the same song rehashed a million times.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its clever use of internet-related themes and visual gags, making it a lighthearted and entertaining experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements woven into the gameplay, particularly in the context of navigating internet errors and engaging in humorous parkour challenges. Overall, the game successfully combines fun and laughter, appealing to both casual players and achievement hunters.
- “404 sight: a visually hilarious adventure where you're better at navigating internet errors than actual paths.”
- “A very clean and funny parkour game, also great for achievement hunters.”
- “Very funny and new gameplay!”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a striking minimalist art style and vibrant visuals that create an immersive, otherworldly experience. Complemented by an engaging techno soundtrack and electronic soundscapes, the atmosphere effectively enhances the overall theme, although some players feel it lacks the excitement found in similar titles.
- “The art style is striking, with a minimalist yet atmospheric design that enhances the overall theme of the game.”
- “The visuals, punctuated by bursts of light and color, create an otherworldly atmosphere that immerses players into a cybernetic journey.”
- “The visuals, punctuated by bursts of light and color, create an otherworldly atmosphere that immerses players in a cybernetic journey.”
- “The audio design enhances the digital atmosphere, combining electronic soundscapes with rhythmic beats.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its completely free model, with no DLC or microtransactions, providing a straightforward experience without the pitfalls of freemium features.
- “Yes, I saw a free game on Steam that looked really good and included no freemium features (microtransactions).”
- “And best of all, it's completely free, without DLC or microtransaction crap.”
- “Yeah, I saw a free game on Steam and it looked really good and included no freemium features (microtransactions).”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the narrative is engaging, some players feel that the character development and background lore are lacking, leaving them wanting more depth in the characters' stories.
- “Additionally, while the narrative is compelling, it might leave some players wanting more in terms of character development and background lore.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the frustration players feel when experiencing unexpected mechanics, such as losing bandwidth mid-air after jumping over an inhibitor, which can lead to a sense of helplessness and disappointment.