Again and Again
- September 15, 2022
- Perspektik
Get on Steam"Again and Again" is a distressing first-person horror game that builds tension through exploration. As you move from room to room, you'll notice changes and attempt to unravel the mystery behind the rumored mystical phenomena. The experience is heightened by light, loud, and sudden sounds, intensifying the fear factor. Be prepared for a lot of fear in this game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a rich and engaging story that unfolds over time, providing a heartwarming experience.
- Jump scares are well-executed and effectively keep players on edge throughout the game.
- The atmosphere and graphics are praised for their quality, contributing to a creepy and immersive horror experience.
- The game lacks a save feature, which can lead to frustrating experiences if players need to restart after making progress.
- Some players found the ending abrupt and unsatisfying, with unclear objectives and a lack of depth in the story.
- Visual issues, such as excessive blur and bloom effects, can detract from the gameplay experience and cause discomfort.
- story23 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as rich and emotionally engaging, with some players finding it heartwarming, while others feel it lacks depth and coherence, particularly in the horror genre. It employs a unique storytelling method through notes and radio broadcasts, but opinions vary on its effectiveness, with some praising the atmosphere and jump scares, while others criticize the narrative for being underdeveloped or abrupt. Overall, the story is seen as a mixed bag, appealing to some players but leaving others wanting more.
“This game is honestly very story rich.”
“If you really listen to the story, it's heart melting.”
“Inspired horror game in the way that it loops through the same apartment multiple times with each loop adding more to the story.”
“Maybe, if you give some storytelling, then it would be better.”
“There was a story and then there wasn't.”
“It needed a bigger budget, more puzzles, and more story.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many praising the visuals for their ability to create a spooky atmosphere and enhance the horror experience. However, some players encountered issues with brightness and lack of adjustment options, which detracted from their enjoyment. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered impressive, technical problems have affected some players' experiences.
“Great scary horror game with nice graphics.”
“Great visuals, great scares and a pretty great horror game!”
“Not only does it have intense moments but I was personally in awe of the graphics which are amazing.”
“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.”
“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 pretty sure it was not saving my progress, but I couldn't keep playing with the visuals how they were, so I risked it to go back to the main menu.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and terrifying qualities, effectively combining sound design and visuals to create a compelling horror experience. While some players noted a peculiar sandy aesthetic that felt out of place, the overall ambiance successfully draws players in and enhances the psychological tension throughout the gameplay. Many reviewers recommend it as a must-try for fans of atmospheric horror games.
“Again and again is really heavy on atmosphere; it looks good and it feels good.”
“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 for its atmosphere.”
“The sound and atmosphere for the game really draws you in.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as enjoyable, with a note that the 8+ hours of gameplay may be misleading due to the intention of streaming multiple sessions. Overall, players appreciate the engaging nature of the gameplay experience.
“Gameplay was very enjoyable.”
“It's just gameplay.”
“A note for the 8+ hours of gameplay because obviously that seems a little deceiving: I planned on streaming again and again.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly in the later segments, where repetitive tasks like searching for levers detract from the experience. While some enjoyed the earlier gameplay loops, the final sections were criticized for being monotonous and lacking in scare-factor, culminating in a disappointing ending.
“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, with the entire final Outlast-esque section in the basement being absolute misery with no scare-factor and maybe the worst ending I've seen in a horror game in a long time.”
“The entire section feels like Outlast; I did enjoy that, but it ended up rather tedious because you have to search for levers and your view is quite limited.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is rated low, with a score of 2 out of 5, as players indicate they 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 game lacks the depth needed for multiple playthroughs; once you've seen everything, there's little incentive to go back.”
“After finishing the game, I felt no urge to replay it. The story and gameplay didn't offer enough variety to keep me engaged.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 every moment enjoyable.”
