Again and Again

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Again and Again is a single player action game. It was developed by Perspektik and was released on September 15, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Again and Again is exploratory and slowly builds tension to create a deeper and more meaningful experience. The story of the game can be very disturbing as it is supported by light, loud and sudden sounds. Note that it makes you feel a lot of fear. Again and Again is a first-person horror game that focuses on creating fear in the player. Environment. - You will walk from one room to another, no…

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Indie

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Single-Player

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features excellent visual and auditory qualities, creating a spooky atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
It includes well-placed jump scares that effectively contribute to the tension without being overused.
Many players found the game to be a fun and engaging experience, especially for horror fans and content creators.

The game lacks a save feature, which can lead to frustrating experiences if players encounter bugs or need to restart.
The story is criticized for being underdeveloped, with an abrupt ending that leaves players unsatisfied.
Some players found the gameplay repetitive and tedious, particularly in the later sections, diminishing the overall enjoyment.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as inconsistent and lacking depth, with some players finding it initially intriguing but ultimately feeling it goes nowhere, leading to an abrupt ending. While the atmosphere and jump scares are effective, the narrative is often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics, resulting in a mixed reception regarding its engagement and complexity. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop to the horror experience rather than a compelling narrative.
- “There are several excellent jump scares, and the story is relayed via radio at various points.”
- “The game starts off with an interesting story, but never really goes anywhere with it; the ending is abrupt.”
- “The story isn't that gripping, but in terms of scares, it had me at the edge of my seat.”
- “There was a story and then there wasn't.”
- “It needed a bigger budget, more puzzles, and more story.”
- “Frankly, I couldn't pay much attention to the story.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality and ability to create a spooky atmosphere, enhancing the horror experience. However, some players encountered issues with brightness settings that were not adjustable, which detracted from their enjoyment. Overall, while the visuals are impressive and contribute to the game's intensity, technical difficulties may hinder some players' experiences.
- “Great visuals, great scares and a pretty great horror game!”
- “The graphics are fairly good and really managed to keep me in the atmosphere.”
- “Not only does it have intense moments but I was personally in awe of the graphics which are amazing.”
- “Right off the bat, I immediately had issues with brightness and graphics, something that the game does not give you the option to adjust.”
- “I was at a section of the game where the visuals began making me feel ill, so I decided I'd come back to it fresh another night.”
- “However, after the time it took to find graphics and streaming programs, then finally playing it through to the end, I realized I could not.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and terrifying qualities, effectively utilizing sound design and graphics to create a sense of unease. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to draw players in and maintain a psychological tension throughout the experience, making it a must-try for fans of atmospheric horror. Overall, the atmosphere is described as captivating and integral to the game's impact.
- “Played it on stream and I found it to be pretty terrifying; the atmosphere and sound design did a great job in making me feel uneasy and pretty terrified throughout the entire playthrough.”
- “The atmosphere of the game literally traps me in it.”
- “It is a game that you should definitely experience as an atmosphere.”
- “The sound and atmosphere for the game really draws you in.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users found the gameplay to be enjoyable, with one reviewer noting that the 8+ hours of gameplay may be misleading as they intended to stream multiple sessions. Overall, the gameplay experience is positively highlighted.
- “Gameplay was very enjoyable.”
- “A note for the 8+ hours of gameplay because obviously that seems a little deceiving: I planned on streaming again and again.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly in the later segments, which detracts from the overall experience. The repetitive nature of the gameplay, especially leading up to a disappointing ending, has left some feeling that it requires excessive effort for minimal reward.
- “I enjoyed some of the earlier looped segments, but the portions leading up to the end of the game got tedious really quickly, and the actual ending was just outright bad. The entire final outlast-esque section in the basement was absolute misery with no scare-factor and maybe the worst ending I've seen in a horror game in a long time.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects in the game are well-received, contributing effectively to the overall atmosphere and enhancing the scare factor.
- “The music perfectly complements the atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects are immersive and add a layer of depth to the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack is captivating and keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as being unexpectedly strong, with characters, particularly a lady, delivering comedic moments that overshadow any intended scare factor.
- “The lady was more funny than scary.”
- “The humor in this game had me laughing out loud at every turn.”
- “I love how the game balances humor with its storyline, making even the serious moments light-hearted.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has low replayability, rated 2 out of 5, as players are unlikely to revisit it unless to introduce it to someone else.
- “Replay value: 2/5 - I probably wouldn't revisit this game unless I wanted to introduce it to a friend and play through it with them.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and experience it again.”