Blind Spot
- April 9, 2020
- Unlimited Fly Games
Get on Steam"Blind Spot" is a story-driven VR game that combines elements of walking sims and escape rooms. Players explore a mansion filled with over 20 puzzles, delving into a narrative about psychological disorder and uncovering the truth of what happened. With top-notch graphics and music, the game offers a realistic and immersive experience. Note: This game is VR-exclusive and features 6 secret puzzles for those who carefully examine the game.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus VR
PlayStation
PlayStation VR
Reviews
- The graphics are very good, showcasing elegant visuals and good lighting that enhance the overall experience.
- The game features a variety of puzzles that can be challenging and engaging for players who enjoy problem-solving.
- The story, centered around family themes of loss and forgiveness, adds an emotional depth to the gameplay.
- The movement speed is frustratingly slow, making exploration tedious and detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- Many puzzles lack clear hints or guidance, leading to confusion and reliance on walkthroughs to progress.
- The inventory system is poorly designed, allowing players to carry only a limited number of items, which can complicate gameplay.
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and centered on themes of family, loss, and forgiveness, while others criticize its delivery through convoluted text messaging and unpolished dialogue. The environmental storytelling and collectibles are praised for providing depth, but the pacing and overall execution leave some feeling disconnected and frustrated. Additionally, certain elements, such as a controversial mural, have raised concerns among players, overshadowing the otherwise intriguing narrative.
“Great story, recommend.”
“You are essentially solving puzzles throughout a mansion and trying to uncover a story about a family behind all of it.”
“The story is told through text descriptions of objects and rooms, as well as ongoing text messaging with an 'unknown number.' It is a story about family - loss and forgiveness.”
“From the small bits I did see, the general game feels very unpolished, especially for the price: slow walking, repetitive sound effects, clunky interaction spots, and the bits of dialogue that portray the story don't feel natural at all.”
“Sadly, the movement speed, pacing, slapdash storytelling, and bad translations mixed with puzzles that are more busy work than brain work made me finally give up with the annoyance.”
“On the negative side, the developers try to tell the story through text messaging as well and it gets overly convoluted.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are highly praised for their quality, elegant design, and effective use of lighting, contributing to an immersive environment. Players appreciate the visual appeal and the emotional impact of the graphics, although some noted the lack of customizable settings. The use of the Unity engine enhances the overall aesthetic experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
“I will say that the graphics are very good in this game.”
“The developers of [i]blind spot[/i] know how to make nice graphics and an intriguing environment.”
“Anyway, that said, the graphics are wonderful and the background music and sounds feel and fit the situations.”
“And there are no graphic settings or any way to remap the controls.”
“The graphics and displays are powerful and heartwarming, but they could use more refinement.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, with an overwhelming number of lengthy puzzles that detract from the overall experience. Those who do not appreciate constant puzzle-solving may want to avoid this game.
“If you don't enjoy constant puzzles, then stay away from this game because it's just one tediously dull puzzle after another.”
“However, the gameplay is not very enjoyable in my opinion because I found the puzzles far too numerous, lengthy, and tediously dull.”
“Puzzles felt tedious.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the numerous and lengthy puzzles tedious and dull, while others appreciate the inclusion of a few original mechanics that enhance the experience.
“Some puzzles were very interesting and added a few original mechanics we hadn't seen before.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and fun.”
“I love how the game encourages exploration and rewards creativity in solving problems.”
“However, the gameplay is not very enjoyable in my opinion because I found the puzzles far too numerous, lengthy, and tediously dull.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the heartwarming relationship between the brother and sister, which resonates deeply with players. The unique storytelling and powerful graphics enhance the overall emotional experience, making the playthrough both enjoyable and impactful.
“I enjoy the playthrough, and knowing the game is about a brother and sister is really heartwarming, as well as how they interact.”
“The storyboard is fantastic and a bit different. The techniques used in creating the graphics and displays are powerful and heartwarming!”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to enhance the overall experience, fitting well with the game's situations and contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere. Players appreciate how the background music complements the graphics, creating an immersive environment that keeps them engaged.
“The graphics are wonderful, and the background music and sounds feel and fit the situations perfectly.”
“It is fun, challenging, and the art and music create an environment that I enjoyed spending time in.”
