8 Eyes

46%
Game Brain Score Based on 12 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • atmosphere
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Features Unique Cooperative 2-Player Simultaneous Mode! Contains Password Level Select! Control man and bird in a fight for the eight jewels of power! After eons of chaos, mankind has finally emerged from the ruin brought on by nuclear war. The world has flourished once again under the guidance of the Great King, who has harnessed the power of the 8 Eyes to rebuild the planet. The 8 Eyes…

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

46%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
music3 positive mentions
  • The game features a charming pixel art style and enjoyable music, reminiscent of classic titles like Castlevania.
  • The unique co-op mechanic allows a second player to control a falcon, adding a fun layer to gameplay and helping to find hidden items.
  • Once players master the timing and mechanics, the game offers a rewarding challenge and can be completed relatively quickly.
  • The emulator has issues with frame skips and audio drops, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • The game suffers from poor level design and hit detection, making encounters frustrating and sometimes unfair.
  • Players may find themselves confused about progression, as the game lacks clear guidance on what to do next.
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is often overlooked but is praised for its exceptional quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, with some reviewers considering it among the best they've experienced.

    • “I'd say the atmosphere and music in this game is criminally underrated, but it would have to at least be 'rated' first for that to be true.”
    • “No one ever talks about this game's music, but it's among the best these ears have ever heard.”
    • “Nice music.”
    • “The atmosphere and music in this game are criminally underrated, but it would have to at least be 'rated' first for that to be true.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is highlighted for its innovative multiplayer mechanics, allowing for both remote play and local couch co-op, while also featuring classic platformer elements such as engaging and original gameplay, appealing graphics reminiscent of Castlevania, and solid audio design.

    • “Thanks to Steam Remote Play, you can fully enjoy this game's very novel multiplayer mechanic, or even via couch co-op with keyboard and gamepad.”
    • “It probably has all the elements that make a classic platformer: fun and original gameplay (especially with the controllable falcon), good graphics (yes, there is a lot to compare with Castlevania), and good audio.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere and music are often considered underrated, suggesting that they deserve more recognition and appreciation from players.

    • “The atmosphere and music in this game are criminally underrated; it deserves more recognition.”
    • “The immersive environment truly pulls you in, making every moment feel alive.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating an unforgettable experience.”
    • “The atmosphere and music in this game are criminally underrated, but it would have to at least be 'rated' first for that to be true.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their quality, drawing favorable comparisons to classic titles like Castlevania, while complementing the fun and original gameplay, particularly with the inclusion of a controllable falcon.

    • “It probably has all that makes a classic platformer: fun and original gameplay (especially with the controllable falcon), good graphics (yes, there is a lot to compare with Castlevania), and good audio.”
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