Beyond Reality

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Beyond Reality is a first-person exploration and puzzle game set in a surreal, abstract world. Players uncover secrets and solve increasingly complex puzzles to unravel the truckdriver's disappearance and the mystery of the eerie universe. With a focus on immersion and atmosphere, the game offers a unique and captivating experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

story18 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Beyond Reality offers a fun and engaging short JRPG experience with a simple yet interesting story that can be completed in about 5 hours.
The game features beautiful custom art and a charming soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
Players appreciate the lack of excessive grinding, allowing for a more casual and enjoyable gameplay experience.

The game suffers from a lack of depth in combat and character development, with many characters feeling like carbon copies of each other.
There are numerous technical issues, including crashes and poor controller support, which detract from the overall experience.
The story is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking coherence, with many players finding the writing to be clumsy and awkward.

story
46 mentions
39 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it simple yet interesting, while others criticize it for being weak, poorly constructed, and lacking character development. Many appreciate the unique premise involving time travel and environmental themes, but feel that the execution is disjointed and the pacing suffers. Overall, while some players enjoyed the narrative and character interactions, others found it lacking depth and coherence, leading to a generally average reception.
- “The story kept me interested, and I never knew what would get thrown at me until it occurred.”
- “The plot is very well told, and has a rich cast of characters, some of whom join your party.”
- “I love how the story unfolds, and I'm constantly waiting to see what happens next.”
- “The plot doesn't make a lot of sense and is pretty weak overall.”
- “A promising short story involving time hopping spoiled by a disjointed pace, ineffective writing, and a truly dire combat system that retains the shallow depth of a button masher while forcing a cumbersome system befitting of a more complex experience.”
- “The main story is pretty much a railroad with decent destination indicators given, and there are some side quests and areas to explore - mostly with a 'go there and kill that boss for me' quest content.”
music
10 mentions
80 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players finding it enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay. While some critics note a lack of originality, the soundtrack is generally described as captivating and well-integrated into the game's design, contributing positively to the experience. Overall, it is recommended for RPG fans who appreciate strong narratives and immersive soundscapes.
- “I must say the soundtrack was really good, and you'll find some extra bosses to defeat, which gives it a nice touch!”
- “There is some great, great music in this game!”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Everything was designed with such love for detail, which, together with the obviously carefully chosen music, added up to an atmosphere I was dragged into in a split second.”
gameplay
7 mentions
29 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as basic and friendly, appealing to a wide range of players, particularly fans of JRPGs. While some criticize the low-quality visuals and repetitive elements typical of RPG Maker games, others appreciate the fun mechanics and engaging story. Overall, the developer's attentiveness to the community enhances the gameplay experience.
- “I almost haven't played this kind of game before, but it seems that the gameplay is very friendly to all players.”
- “It is an interesting concept, and the gameplay is fun.”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low quality, copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
- “As for the gameplay, it is really your basic JRPG.”
- “The gameplay suffices, and the story is simple and interesting.”
graphics
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are generally criticized for their low quality, lack of full HD support, and absence of customization options, which detracts from the experience for modern PC gamers. Users have reported various graphical issues, including missing elements in the environment, and overall, the visuals are considered subpar and not impressive.
- “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- “This game isn't perfect - the combat is basic, though that's to be expected, and the graphics aren't stunning.”
- “There's also a few graphics issues, with halves of trees straight up missing and such.”
monetization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization of this game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users labeling it as an RPG Maker asset flip that lacks originality and genuine value.
- “This is another RPG Maker asset flip/cash grab from Andorlea/Warfare/Simprose/Valkyria/Eternalshadow Studios.”
- “This is a cash grab scheme.”
character development
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is widely criticized for being extremely limited and poorly executed, with many reviewers noting that characters are underwritten and lack meaningful progression throughout the story.
- “Ridiculously short, terribly underwritten, no character development.”
- “Poor story progression and character development.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that the game does not require excessive grinding to achieve both primary and secondary goals, making for a more enjoyable and streamlined experience.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself spending hours on repetitive tasks just to progress, which became frustrating.”
- “The amount of grinding required to level up is overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its meticulous attention to detail and thoughtfully selected music, creating an immersive experience that quickly captivates players.
- “Everything was designed with such love for detail, which, together with the obviously carefully chosen music, created an atmosphere that drew me in within a split second.”