Discrepant

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Discrepant is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Incendio Software and was released on December 7, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

Discrepant is a clever psychological adventure game set in a dystopic sci-fi world that is slowly unwinding. It's dark, deadly and unsettling. It explores the meaning of existence and purpose, challenges reality and emotional connection through a complex plot, with a twist at every corner.

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53%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

atmosphere4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and meditative atmosphere with its minimalist visual style and sound design, allowing players to focus on solving challenging puzzles.
Each level presents elegant puzzles that require creative thinking and planning, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment when solved independently.
Despite its flaws, the game has a compelling narrative and atmosphere that shows great potential, appealing to fans of horror and science fiction.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes, a broken stamina system, and unresponsive controls, making it frustrating to play.
Many players have reported that the game feels unpolished and lacks professional quality, with low-quality assets and a confusing user interface.
The overall experience is marred by a lack of clarity in gameplay mechanics and objectives, leading to confusion and a poor first-time user experience.

story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as intriguing and atmospheric, with players engaging in item collection and puzzle-solving to unravel its mysteries. While some aspects of the storytelling may feel off, many reviewers appreciate the narrative's depth and evolution, suggesting that with further refinement, it could become a standout indie title. Overall, the story is a significant strength, compensating for any visual shortcomings.
- “The atmosphere and the story seem like something I'd like.”
- “Players navigate the game world, collect items, solve puzzles, and try to unravel the mystery of the story.”
- “I don't understand if this update is supposed to be their new game (called Sue's Story) or if that's another thing.”
- “And some of the storytelling feels like it's off-the-mark.”
- “In the beginning, I was lost and didn't really know what was happening, but I later came to realize the fascination of this storyline as it starts to unfold.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it intriguing and effective in building tension, others feel it is lacking or inconsistent. Overall, the storytelling is praised for enhancing the atmosphere, suggesting that when executed well, it significantly contributes to the gaming experience.
- “The atmosphere is pretty good; a slow build of tension in the environment and an active timer really bring the experience together (when the timer is working).”
- “This game is brilliant at storytelling and creating atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere and the story seem like something I'd like.”
- “The atmosphere seemed overall lacking.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are surprisingly decent, though some elements appear to be sourced from asset stores, leading to a somewhat dated look overall. Notably, a mirror effect early in the game is criticized for being a simple 2D copy, and certain features, like the flashlight, feel outdated. Despite these visual shortcomings, players feel the engaging story and gameplay compensate for the graphics.
- “The game graphics look better than you might expect, but that's just because it looks like some or all of them are borrowed from asset stores or elsewhere.”
- “The graphics are actually not bad, but there's one part at the start of the game with a mirror where it's just a 2D copy of the bathroom you're in.”
- “I have to say that the game is really good for what it is; sure, the visuals may not be the best you've ever seen, but the story and gameplay more than make up for it. I recommend it if you enjoy a good story.”
- “The game graphics look better than you might expect, but that's just because it looks like some or all of them are 'borrowed' from asset stores or elsewhere.”
- “The graphics are somewhat dated, and the flashlight is particularly troubling.”
- “The controls can be very cumbersome.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs affecting various systems such as stamina, UI, enemy behavior, and object interactions. Players report a clunky experience and unstable frame rates, particularly in town areas, leading to frustration and a lack of immersion. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern.
- “Almost everything is buggy: the stamina system is buggy as well as the UI, the enemies, the objects you collect, the doors, the movements; the frame rate is really unstable, at least in town (the only part I could see before giving up).”
- “It's very clunky, awkward, and buggy.”
- “Very buggy.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging blend of horror and science fiction, offering a challenging experience that requires thoughtful problem-solving. While the visuals may not be top-tier, the compelling story and gameplay mechanics more than compensate, making it a recommended choice for fans of narrative-driven games.
- “It really is a great experience for someone like me who is fond of horror and science fiction, but also a very challenging one because the gameplay requires a certain amount of thinking.”
- “I have to say that the game is really good for what it is. Sure, the visuals may not be the best you've ever seen, but the story and gameplay more than make up for it. I recommend it if you enjoy a good story.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The background music is noted for its creepy atmosphere, effectively complementing the game's alien theme.
- “The background music is creepy and perfectly blends in with the alien theme.”