Black Screen

About

"Black Screen" offers a unique, minimalist experience as a reaction to traditional action/RPGs. Instead of specific goals or gameplay, it encourages players to create their own interaction with the blank screen. It serves as a commentary on the conventions of the gaming industry, challenging players to question their assumptions about what a game should be.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features stunning, hyper-realistic graphics that are considered the best in the industry.
It offers an immersive gameplay experience with effective jump scare mechanics that enhance the thrill.
The developers have delivered on their promises, creating a unique and thought-provoking gaming experience.

The developer has faced backlash for making achievements impossible to obtain, leading to their removal.
Some players find the gameplay to be overly simplistic or lacking in depth.
There are concerns about the game's accessibility and the potential for confusion regarding its mechanics.

graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
50%
12%
The graphics of the game are widely praised as some of the most detailed and elaborate ever seen, with users recommending high-end graphics cards like the MSI GeForce RTX 4070 Ti and Gigabyte RTX 4080 for optimal performance. However, there is a contrasting review that humorously critiques the absence of visuals, describing the game as having "invisible" graphics that transcend the visual spectrum. Overall, the consensus leans heavily towards the game's impressive visual quality, enhancing the immersive gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are the most detailed and elaborate graphics I have ever seen in any video game.”
- “Honestly, the visuals have the absolute best and most detailed visuals a game can have.”
- “I totally recommend this game if you like immersive gameplay, high-quality graphics, losing sense of reality, and free games!”
- “No visuals, no sounds—just darkness.”
- “Tired of flashy graphics that give you a seizure?”
- “Graphics so advanced, they're invisible: move over, unreal engine.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
19%
The reviews highlight a stark contrast in the game's storytelling, with some users noting a complete absence of a traditional narrative, while others praise its innovative and immersive approach. The story is described as a mind-bending experience that challenges conventional plot structures, offering a unique choose-your-own-adventure format that engages players on a psychological level. Overall, the narrative aspect is divisive, with some finding it profound and others seeing it as nonexistent.
- “Gameplay so immersive, you'll forget you're even playing: who needs button mashing and repetitive quests when you can simply exist in a state of pure, unadulterated nothingness?”
- “Story so mind-blowing, it will rewrite your DNA: forget about predictable plot twists and recycled tropes.”
- “Black screen's story is an infinite choose-your-own-adventure that unfolds entirely within the depths of your own mind.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay is noted for its immersive experience, with players often feeling as though they are simply existing within the game rather than actively playing. The jump scare mechanics are highlighted as particularly effective, enhancing the overall engagement and realism. However, some users feel that the gameplay lacks traditional elements like button mashing and quests, leaning more towards an existential experience.
- “Gameplay so immersive, you'll forget you're even playing: who needs button mashing and repetitive quests when you can simply exist in a state of pure, unadulterated nothingness?”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the demands. This sentiment highlights a significant concern regarding the game's pacing and the potential for player burnout.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a deep emotional immersion in the game, highlighting that the gameplay effectively maintains a continuous and uninterrupted experience, enhancing their emotional connection to the narrative and characters.
- “The gameplay made me feel fully immersed, with no interruptions to break the immersion that I experienced.”