Again and Again

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Again and Again is a single player and multiplayer simulation game with horror, thriller and anime themes. 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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Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

story9 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Strong atmospheric and audiovisual design that effectively creates tension and spooky ambiance.
Well-placed jump scares that provide genuine moments of fright without overuse.
Storytelling through radio and looping gameplay elements reminiscent of P.T., appreciated by fans of psychological horror.

Short game length with limited replay value and absence of save functionality leading to frustration upon quitting mid-progress.
Repetitive walking sections and sometimes tedious gameplay, especially in later parts like the basement segment.
Technical issues including minor bugs, graphic glitches, and lack of in-game options for brightness or visual adjustments.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a typical tragic indie horror narrative, delivered primarily through radio segments that are sometimes hard to hear, resulting in a drip-fed and somewhat fragmented experience. While it offers a unique and emotionally engaging journey for those who pay close attention, many find it short, underdeveloped, or lacking complexity, with an abrupt ending that leaves some players wanting more depth and better storytelling.
- “This game is honestly very story rich.”
- “It was a unique journey to see where the story was going and what exactly happened to the little girl.”
- “Again and again is a simple concept with easy, PT-like gameplay, a few little puzzles to keep the player engaged, and a story that is drip-fed to the player over time.”
- “It took me about 45-55 minutes to beat the game and the first half hour was just walking around and trying to open doors and listening to the game's story on the radio.”
- “The story fits common dark/sad horror tropes.”
- “It needed a bigger budget, more puzzles and more story.”
atmosphere
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its eerie, creepy, and immersive qualities, enhanced by fitting music and sound design that effectively create a psychological horror mood. While some find the visual style, such as the sandy look, occasionally out of place, overall the atmosphere strongly draws players in and heightens the sense of unease and terror. This makes it highly recommended for fans of atmospheric horror experiences.
- “The sound and atmosphere for the game really draws you in.”
- “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 play-through.”
- “The atmosphere of the game literally traps me in it.”
- “Only reason I'm not enthusiastic about this one is that it has a kind of depressing atmosphere.”
- “It had quite a few creepy parts and the atmosphere was pretty eerie.”
- “The sound is well made, scary and psychologically effective; the atmosphere really gets you in the mood, although the story is mixed.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for creating a spooky and immersive atmosphere, with well-executed VHS-style visuals and intense jump scares. However, some users experienced issues with brightness and visual discomfort, noting a lack of in-game adjustment options. Overall, the visuals effectively enhance the horror experience despite minor drawbacks.
- “The visuals are great and the environment can get very spooky at times.”
- “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.”
- “Right off the bat, I immediately had issues with brightness/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.”
- “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.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as easy and enjoyable, with users appreciating the straightforward and engaging experience. Some content creators have streamed extended sessions, indicating sustained interest. Overall, the gameplay is a positive aspect of the game.
- “Gameplay was very enjoyable.”
- “Easy gameplay.”
- “Easy gameplay”
- “A note for the 8+ hours of gameplay because obviously that seems a little deceiving: I planned on streaming again and again.”
- “Gameplay watch on 'jb's habits' YouTube channel”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game is widely viewed as tedious and repetitive, particularly in later sections where search tasks and limited visibility exacerbate the monotony. While some earlier segments provide enjoyable loops, the overall grinding experience detracts from the game's pacing and enjoyment.
- “It was way too tedious to be doing that, so I turned off and deleted the game.”
- “The entire section feels like Outlast, which I did enjoy, but it ended up rather tedious because you have to search for levers and your view is quite limited.”
- “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.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music effectively complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience alongside well-crafted sound effects and scares.
- “The music fits the atmosphere very well.”
- “Music, sound effects, and scares are well done.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Optimization is praised for delivering solid and stable performance throughout gameplay.
- “Performance was solid.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is low, with most players unlikely to revisit it unless sharing the experience with a friend. It lacks strong incentives for repeated solo play.
- “Replay value: 2/5 - probably wouldn't revisit this game unless I wanted to introduce it to a friend and play through with them.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted for its unexpected charm, with certain characters, like the lady, being perceived as more funny than frightening. This blend of comedy adds a unique and entertaining twist to the experience.