Beyond The Evil

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Beyond The Evil is a single player action adventure game with horror, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by BlackHawk Games and was released on June 6, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Beyond the Evil is an psychological horror game that places the player to a hard experience to find who created one supposed plague that might doom the world.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

story5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating story and intriguing puzzles that keep players engaged.
Graphics and atmosphere are well-executed, creating a tense and immersive experience.
The developer is responsive and shows care for the project, which is reassuring for a first release.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and lacks variety in puzzles, leading to a monotonous experience.
There are significant optimization issues, including FPS drops and bugs that hinder gameplay.
Many players find the game to be a simple asset flip, lacking depth and originality, which diminishes its value.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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17%
The game features an intriguing and immersive story that unfolds against a backdrop of impending global doom, filled with secrets and mysteries to uncover. Players appreciate the combination of engaging narrative and well-executed gameplay, highlighting the game's strength in interactive storytelling. Overall, the story is considered a standout aspect, enhancing the overall experience.
- “This is a fun game with a good story and good puzzles, and the graphics and gameplay are well done.”
- “The story is intriguing with a bunch of secrets revealed as you progress.”
- “Set against a backdrop of impending global doom, the player embarks on an immersive quest to unravel the mystery of a supposed plague.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics are considered decent, with some users noting that they effectively support the gameplay and story. However, there are reports of performance issues, such as heavy FPS drops and freezing during interactions, which detract from the experience. While the visuals are functional, they are described as simple and lacking in visual interest.
- “In fact, the game has decent graphics, sounds, and runs well overall.”
- “This is a fun game with a good story and good puzzles, and the graphics and gameplay are well done.”
- “Graphics-wise, I noticed some heavy FPS drops and controller bugs, mainly when you have to press to open a door or interact with a switch. The game freezes until you press either start or inventory.”
- “The graphics are simple, and the locations are not very interesting, but they do the job.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the gameplay engaging and challenging, primarily revolving around searching for keys in various locations and objects. This element adds a layer of complexity that enhances the overall experience.
- “Gameplay wise, you search for keys, basically everywhere and in everything...”
- “The gameplay itself was really challenging.”
- “Gameplay-wise, you search for keys, basically everywhere and in everything.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is praised for its effective mood shifts, particularly the transition from daytime to nighttime, creating an engaging and immersive experience without relying on jump scares.
- “There are no jump scares, but I enjoyed the mood change in atmosphere from daytime to night.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
- “The sound design and visuals work together beautifully to create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features humorous comments and engaging voiceovers that contribute to its comedic appeal, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- “Yes, the game has some funny comments and voiceovers.”
- “The humor in this game is spot-on, with clever jokes that keep you laughing.”
- “I love the witty dialogue and hilarious situations that make every playthrough enjoyable.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, including heavy FPS drops and controller bugs, particularly when interacting with doors or switches, which can cause the game to freeze until a button like start or inventory is pressed.
- “Graphically, I noticed some heavy FPS drops and controller bugs, mainly when you have to press to open a door or interact with a switch. The game freezes until you press either start or inventory.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable during crucial moments.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has been criticized for being subpar, with users reporting excessive resource demands, numerous bugs, long loading times, and issues such as invisible walls and flickering lights. Additionally, poor object placement detracts from the overall experience.