Cover Your Eyes
- December 3, 2019
- StarSkipp
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a mysterious and engaging storyline full of twists and turns that keeps players hooked.
- The atmosphere, visuals, and character expressions enhance the overall experience, making it a unique RPG Maker horror game.
- Players appreciate the variety of weapons and enemies, adding depth to the gameplay.
- The combat mechanics can feel janky and frustrating, particularly with aiming and limited ammo, which can lead to repetitive gameplay.
- Some players find the game confusing, with unclear objectives and interactions that can lead to getting stuck.
- The lack of background music and some technical issues, such as the inability to easily load previous saves, detract from the overall experience.
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as engaging and full of twists, effectively drawing players in, despite some criticism regarding pacing and a slow start. While some find the narrative to be decent, others highlight its potential, suggesting that it becomes more compelling as the game progresses. Overall, the atmosphere and combat complement the storyline, enhancing the overall experience.
“With a mysterious and engaging storyline full of twists and turns, this one is gonna hook you for sure!”
“Some boring tasks here and there, but the atmosphere, story, and combat are great.”
“The story won't focus much on the plot until it hits the middle half of the game.”
“The thing that sucks is that the story was really good.”
“The story is decent.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received criticism for its minimal presence, with many players noting that the lack of background music can lead to a stale experience. Some areas feel particularly devoid of musical accompaniment, detracting from the overall atmosphere.
“I know there aren't a lot of reviews for this, but think of it as discovering an underground music artist.”
“The lack of background music can make the game feel stale.”
“I can hardly hear music throughout my playthrough, and some areas feel as if there is no background music at all.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, providing an engaging visual experience that captivates players, even if some narrative elements may leave questions unanswered.
“To be honest, I still had questions about what is happening at the ending, but the visuals are good enough to leave you entertained.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay primarily focuses on acquiring essential items to progress through levels, alongside scavenging for ammunition and health packs.
“The gameplay tends to rely on securing key items to pass through areas, in addition to looting ammo and health packs.”
“The gameplay tends to rely on securing key items to pass through areas, rather than focusing on engaging combat or exploration.”
“The mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
“There is a lack of variety in gameplay, leading to repetitive tasks that quickly become boring.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with many players highlighting its engaging story and combat, despite some occasional tedious tasks.
“The atmosphere, story, and combat are great, even if there are some boring tasks here and there.”
“The immersive atmosphere truly draws you into the world, making every moment feel significant.”
“The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, creating a perfect backdrop for the unfolding story.”
