Beyond The Veil
- April 19, 2019
- Incubator Creations
Get on Steam"Beyond The Veil" is an RPG/top-down-shooter hybrid set in a dark, corrupt fantasy world. As the Wanderer, players must journey through ancient lands, fight for survival, and awaken sleeping gods to save the dying world. Tough and fast-paced combat against various enemies awaits, with a need for resource scavenging to stay alive. The world is unforgiving, filled with remnants of the past and supernatural threats.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a bold and unique visual style that effectively conveys its dark atmosphere.
- The storyline is intriguing and offers deep worldbuilding, drawing players into its melancholic themes.
- The gameplay, while average, can become engaging as players progress and upgrade their weapons.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and grindy due to a lack of enemy variety and unclear mechanics.
- The survival mechanics seem pointless and do not add meaningful depth to the gameplay experience.
- Some players may find the character designs jarring and the overall pacing of the game slow and clunky.
- story9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is described as intriguing and emotionally impactful, with a focus on the struggles of relatable characters, particularly highlighting the personal lives of northern Nigerian women. While some reviewers suggest that a less interactive format might have allowed for a deeper exploration of its darker themes, the overall narrative is compelling enough to encourage players to engage fully and see it through to the end.
“The amazing cinematography, acting, and storyline has us peering into the personal lives of these northern Nigerian women whose challenges and struggles tell of an intertwined human story.”
“The storylines of the lead characters were interesting and relatable.”
“Maybe they should have made a walking simulator or a visual novel or something less interactive so they could focus on crushing our will to live with their depressing story, since that seems to be where their heart truly lies.”
“At the beginning, the plot is still more or less tethered in a version of reality.”
“The story really comes together and is worth seeing through to the end.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by average top-down shooting mechanics that can feel confusing and incomplete at times. While the enemy health can be challenging without proper weapon upgrades, the gameplay ultimately contributes positively to the game's tone, despite some players finding the survival mechanic to be somewhat unnecessary.
“The gameplay's certainly not bad, by any means, but it's pretty average top-down style shooting gameplay.”
“The enemy health pool can be a little high sometimes if you're not keeping up with weapon upgrades, but other than that, by the end the gameplay was beginning to feel like an important part of the tone and kind of won me over.”
“The gameplay elements are just as confusing and feel as if they were all abandoned in various stages of completion.”
“The survival mechanic seems... kinda pointless?”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a key draw, evoking a distinct eldritch quality that, while not quite reaching the heights of "Sunless Sea," still captivates players with its immersive and eerie environment.
“This is the kind of game where you really have to come for the atmosphere, I think.”
“Not quite on the levels of Sunless Sea, but it's definitely got that same eldritch atmosphere to it.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its alignment with the overall artistic vision, enhancing the somber tone of the writing and contributing to the immersive experience.
“The art, the music, and the somber writing passages are just what I was hoping for after seeing the screenshots and trailer.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are distinctive and consistent, appealing to those who appreciate its unique art style. Players can expect a strong commitment to this visual aesthetic throughout the experience.
“If something about this art style appeals to you, know that the game is committed to it and will certainly deliver.”
“The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the world to life.”
“Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations feel stiff and unnatural.”
“The environments are bland and lack detail, making the world feel lifeless.”
