Apotheorasis • Lab of the Blind Gods | Prologue
- December 22, 2021
- Tall Guy Productions
Get on SteamREADY FOR THE FULL GAME ? Prologue features Act 1 (~25% of the full game) • Progress shared with the main game About the GameA first person shooter and a blind protagonist walk into a lab. A lab where newborn gods struggle, hope and despair. To survive, you may have to rely on the ones responsible for this mess. Learn what you are and dream of who you could be. Apotheorasis is a first person 3…
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and innovative experience by relying solely on sound, making it accessible and engaging for players, including those who are blind.
- The voice acting and dialogue add a fun and humorous element to the game, enhancing the overall experience.
- The prologue serves as a fascinating introduction, showcasing a compelling story and immersive gameplay that encourages players to adapt and rely on their hearing.
- The quality of sound effects and voice acting can be inconsistent, with some players finding it exaggerated or annoying, detracting from immersion.
- Gameplay can feel unbalanced, with long cutscenes overshadowing shorter interactive segments, leading to a less engaging experience.
- Some players reported confusion with the controls and objectives, making it difficult to fully enjoy the gameplay and story progression.
- story15 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its innovative audio-driven narrative, providing a unique experience that engages players in a different way. While some found the voice acting exaggerated and the plot confusing, many appreciated the intriguing and dark storyline, expressing a desire for more games that explore similar storytelling formats. Overall, the narrative is seen as having depth and soul, with a mix of humor that keeps players invested.
“I love innovative games that can tell a story like this.”
“It's definitely a different experience from what I'm used to playing (in a good way) and I really enjoyed navigating using only sound as well as listening to the story this game tells.”
“The story so far (prologue) is a tale both intriguing and satisfying.”
“I had a hard time getting past the exaggerated voice acting and thick accents, and the story seemed confusing, as did aiming and combat.”
“I want to see more games like this, but I couldn't get into the story and characters.”
“The setting of the story is the opposite of grounded; it certainly is not a very realistic story, but it has soul and that is a huge plus.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a heavy emphasis on cutscenes, making the prologue feel more like an interactive film than a traditional game, which may disappoint players seeking more interactive sequences. Many users found the gameplay segments to be short and unengaging, with criticisms directed at the sound quality, voice acting, and overall writing. Additionally, the mechanics are noted to differ from other audio games, contributing to a sense of imbalance in the gameplay experience.
“The prologue feels more like an interactive experience or film than a game, which isn't a bad thing; just something to be aware of if you're expecting it to be mostly gameplay.”
“The prologue feels more like an interactive experience or film than a game, which isn't a bad thing, just something to be aware of if you're expecting it to be mostly gameplay; there's a lot of cutscenes.”
“The quality of sound is terrible, voice acting is over the top, writing is shallow, and the gameplay is boring.”
“The mechanics feel different from other audio games.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game prioritizes sound over visuals, with users noting that it effectively delivers an engaging experience despite the absence of graphics. This unique approach allows for a strong narrative focus, demonstrating that compelling storytelling can transcend traditional graphical elements.
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail.”
“The textures are low resolution and appear blurry.”
“The overall visual presentation feels unpolished and uninspired.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features an interesting story complemented by occasional moments of good humor, enhancing the overall experience.
“The game has an interesting story with some good humor sprinkled throughout.”
“I love how the humor is cleverly woven into the dialogue and situations.”
“The witty banter between characters kept me laughing and engaged.”
