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An Eye for Optical Theory 1666

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60%Game Brain Score
emotional
story, atmosphere
93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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An Eye for Optical Theory 1666 is a single player puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by Perfect Crime Games and was released on July 9, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Isaac Newton has been thinking on the topic of Optics, and planning a series of experiments. Will you help him conduct them? It is the plague year of 1666. Dear Isaac has been sent home from his Doctoral studies at Trinity College Cambridge back to Mother in Woolsthorpe Manor. Rainbows, prisms and reason have been his sole companions. It has been quite some time since he set foot outside, but of s…

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
emotional1 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and discomforting experience that explores the lesser-known antics of Isaac Newton.
  • It features a spectacular synthesizer soundtrack and a distinct ZX Spectrum aesthetic that enhances the overall atmosphere.
  • Despite its short playtime, the game manages to deliver an interesting point-and-click experience that is both educational and entertaining.
  • The game lacks meaningful narrative expansion and atmosphere, relying too heavily on repetitive actions and poorly delivered voice lines.
  • Some players found the humor and visual storytelling to be amateurish and not effectively integrated into the gameplay.
  • The game may feel more like a satire than a serious horror experience, which could disappoint those looking for a traditional horror game.
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing its reliance on outdated visuals and amateur voice acting, which detracts from the overall narrative experience. Others appreciate the unique and discomforting take on a historical figure, suggesting that the storytelling has potential but lacks the creative execution needed to enhance its atmosphere.

    • “I can't really see this as anything other than a guy wanting to do some visual storytelling in the style of faith and showing every visual on the Steam page.”
    • “While there's an argument for delivering the story to more people, you should still be capable of delivering the story through a unique creative method that adds to the story and atmosphere you're going for rather than showing the story through archaic visuals while playing nothing music with a cheerful amateur voice actor.”
    • “An illuminating and discomforting short story about the lesser-known antics of a well-known historical figure.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game has been criticized for being unengaging and lacking depth, with reviewers noting that it fails to create a compelling or immersive experience. The visuals and audio elements are described as outdated and uninspired, detracting from the overall narrative and emotional impact.

    • “While there's an argument for delivering the story to more people, you should still be capable of delivering the story through a unique creative method that adds to the story and atmosphere you're going for rather than show the story through archaic visuals while playing nothing music with a cheerful amateur voice actor with inappropriate jokes shoved in.”
    • “No atmosphere, no expanded narrative that delivers in any way and here's for wasting my time and $2 with something I could have gotten more weight out of in a quick Google search.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is characterized by cheerful, steady blip bloop sounds that some reviewers feel contribute to a satirical tone, potentially undermining the intended atmosphere. While the synthesizer soundtrack is praised for its uniqueness, there are criticisms regarding its execution and the overall integration with the game's visuals and narrative.

    • “Spectacular synthesizer soundtrack, body horror, 15 minute play time, and educational!”
    • “It has rather cheerful, steady blip-bloop music that, if anything, makes this come across as more of a satire and criticism of Newton than anything else.”
    • “While there's an argument for delivering the story to more people, you should still be capable of delivering the story through a unique creative method that adds to the story and atmosphere you're going for, rather than show the story through archaic visuals while playing bland music with a cheerful amateur voice actor.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique ZX Spectrum aesthetic that enhances the storytelling, while others criticize the overall visual quality as outdated and inconsistent with the game's intended atmosphere. The use of amateur voice acting and a lack of engaging music further detracts from the visual experience for some players.

    • “Does some interesting things with the ZX Spectrum aesthetic, and made me genuinely question what I was doing.”
    • “While there's an argument for delivering the story to more people, you should still be capable of delivering the story through a unique creative method that adds to the story and atmosphere you're going for rather than show the story through archaic visuals with nothing music and a cheerful amateur voice actor making inappropriate jokes.”
    • “Almost everything about this game, except for the close-up visuals, fights the very concept of what the game is trying to be.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report that the game evokes deep and unexpected emotions, often stirring feelings in areas they didn't anticipate, highlighting its powerful emotional impact.

    • “This made me feel things in places I shouldn't be feeling things.”
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An Eye for Optical Theory 1666 is a puzzle game with horror theme.

An Eye for Optical Theory 1666 is available on PC and Windows.

An Eye for Optical Theory 1666 was released on July 9, 2023.

An Eye for Optical Theory 1666 was developed by Perfect Crime Games.

An Eye for Optical Theory 1666 has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its emotional but disliked it for its story.

An Eye for Optical Theory 1666 is a single player game.

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