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Cover Your Eyes

The game is definitely a playful take on survival horror, with a surprisingly original ending I don’t think most people will see coming.
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63%Game Brain Score
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92% User Score Based on 13 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Cover Your Eyes is a single player survival role playing shooter game with horror, thriller, violence and erotic themes. It was developed by StarSkipp and was released on November 6, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

16-bit love letter towards survival horror past and present. Chloe and her two children will embark on a journey to find her missing husband before the whole town descends into hell.

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
story4 positive mentions
  • The story is engaging with plenty of twists and heartfelt moments, making it a compelling experience.
  • The graphics are impressive for an RPG Maker game, featuring good use of colors and unique designs that enhance the atmosphere.
  • The characters are well-written, particularly the protagonist Chloe, whose struggles resonate with players, and the enemies strike a balance between goofy and disturbing.
  • Certain enemies can be frustrating to fight, particularly the fetus monsters, and some puzzles can feel overly complicated or tedious.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive over time, with limited ammo and a reliance on dodging rather than shooting, which may detract from the action experience.
  • The game lacks achievements and has some frustrating design choices, such as unclear interaction points and cumbersome controls.
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Cover Your Eyes" is praised for its engaging narrative filled with twists, emotional depth, and fourth wall breaks, although it can be initially confusing. While some players found the pacing uneven, particularly in the early game, the overall atmosphere and integration of the story with gameplay elements contribute to a compelling experience that many believe could become a cult classic.

    • “Alright then, let’s get into the likes: the story is really good with plenty of great twists, turns, and some heartfelt moments. It also has plenty of fourth wall breaks; it can be a bit confusing at first, but once you get to the end, it starts to make sense.”
    • “With a mysterious and engaging storyline full of twists and turns, this one is gonna hook you for sure!”
    • “The levels are good with a nice use of scenery and little odds and ends that also tie into the story and make a lot of sense on why everything is so strange, especially in the buildings.”
    • “The story isn't that complicated, but it does throw in heavy and emotional topics.”
    • “The story won't focus much on the plot at the time either before it hits the middle half of the game.”
    • “The thing that sucks is that the story was really good.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as fittingly bizarre and anxiety-inducing, aligning well with its unique atmosphere, though it can sometimes feel off or sparse. While some players appreciate the distinctive style influenced by artists like Dingaling and Silent Hill, others note a lack of background music in certain areas, which can lead to a stale experience. Overall, the soundtrack elicits mixed feelings, with some finding it engaging and others wishing for more consistent audio presence.

    • “Every section of the game brims with anxiety-inducing music that aggressively wraps around your ears.”
    • “Overall, if you like Dingaling, who helped compose the OST and infused it with his unique style, and Silent Hill, which was the inspiring source, then you'd enjoy it!”
    • “I know there aren't a lot of reviews for this, but think of it as discovering an underground music artist.”
    • “Every section of the game brims with anxiety-inducing music that aggressively assaults your ears.”
    • “The lack of background music can make the game feel stale.”
    • “I hardly can hear music throughout my playthrough, and some areas feel as if there is no background music at all.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is engaging, featuring exploration, monster combat, and light puzzle-solving that strikes a balance between challenge and accessibility. Players must strategically decide which enemies to confront while also securing key items to progress through the game. Overall, it combines enjoyable mechanics with a compelling narrative, making it a recommended experience.

    • “The gameplay is good; basically, you explore and kill monsters while solving some light puzzles that do not feel too hard. The combat is fair, though there are some enemies that can be a pain. There's also a little bit of strategy involved in picking which monsters to kill and which to just ignore.”
    • “Okay, now that I've told you all this, 'Cover Your Eyes' is a strange but very good RPG Maker horror game, with a really good story, good gameplay, and very good enemies and bosses. I definitely recommend getting this game; it's not too expensive, has plenty to like, and who knows, maybe it can teach you how to make your own game using RPG Maker. I feel like this could be a cult classic.”
    • “The gameplay tends to rely on securing key items to pass through areas, besides looting ammo and health packs.”
    • “The gameplay tends to rely on securing key items to pass through areas, rather than focusing on looting ammo and health packs.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their quality, particularly for an RPG Maker title, featuring vibrant colors and appealing designs that enhance the overall visual experience. While some narrative elements may leave players confused, the visuals remain engaging and enjoyable.

    • “The graphics are very good for an RPG Maker game, with a great use of colors, designs, and backgrounds that make you want to just look at it for a while.”
    • “To be honest, I still had questions about what is happening at the ending, but the visuals are good enough to leave you entertained.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a compelling story filled with twists and heartfelt moments, effectively tackling heavy emotional themes. While it may initially be confusing, players find that the narrative ultimately comes together, enhancing the emotional impact of the experience.

    • “The story is really good with plenty of great twists, turns, and some heartfelt moments. It also has plenty of fourth wall breaks; it can be a bit confusing at first, but once you get to the end, it starts to make sense.”
    • “The story isn't that complicated, but it does throw in heavy and emotional topics.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is effectively spooky, creating a sense of dread as players explore the early levels, with a balance that avoids overwhelming fear. While some tasks may feel tedious, the overall ambiance, combined with a compelling story and engaging combat, enhances the experience.

    • “The atmosphere was good, nice and spooky without being too overwhelming as you wander around the first few levels, dreading what could be behind the next door.”
    • “Some boring tasks here and there, but the atmosphere, story, and combat are great.”
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Cover Your Eyes is a survival role playing shooter game with horror, thriller, violence and erotic themes.

Cover Your Eyes is available on PC and Windows.

Cover Your Eyes was released on November 6, 2020.

Cover Your Eyes was developed by StarSkipp.

Cover Your Eyes has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

Cover Your Eyes is a single player game.

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