Distorted Reality
- August 5, 2017
- Berdochan
Get on SteamDistorted Reality is a first-person survival horror, which takes place in the hospital of Alexandria. For mysterious reasons, the usual laws of physics in the hospital completely stopped working.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The graphics are decent and provide a visually appealing environment.
- The game offers a quick completion for those seeking easy achievements.
- Some players found the atmosphere to be engaging, despite the lack of gameplay.
- The game is misleadingly advertised, lacking the features and content shown in trailers.
- Gameplay is extremely short, with most players finishing in under 20 minutes.
- There are numerous bugs and issues, including unresponsive controls and a lack of meaningful objectives.
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with some players noting that they are "nice" and "neat," while others find them "very bad" or "somewhat bearable." Technical issues, such as graphics settings reverting upon reload, detract from the overall experience. Despite the potential for great visuals and atmosphere, the lack of engaging gameplay and immersion diminishes their impact.
“The graphics look neat, but I can't play it.”
“Until it is fixed, I can't recommend it if there are no bad guys, which is a shame because it's got great atmosphere and amazing visuals.”
“Very bad game without story and with very bad graphics and gameplay.”
“The graphics are somewhat bearable, but with the lack of music and immersion, this game turns into a hide and seek with blueprints scattered around a small area.”
“You can set all the graphics, and it reverts when you load the game the next time.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being non-existent, with many users reporting a lack of actual content and functionality, including issues like a black screen during recording. Additionally, the game is described as having poor graphics and no coherent story, leading to a perception that it is an unfinished product.
“They have gone out of their way to put up a misleading gameplay video on the store page and well-lit screenshots that look absolutely nothing like what I just played.”
“I use OBS Studio and it recorded the sound and video from my webcam, but the gameplay was just a black screen.”
“This is not even a finished product and there is no actual gameplay!”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the ambient spooky soundtrack to be the only notable audio element, while others criticize the lack of immersive sound effects, such as footsteps or interactions, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, the soundtrack may not enhance gameplay for everyone, with some users even wishing to mute it entirely.
“The ambient spooky music really sets the tone and enhances the atmosphere of the game.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
“The music adds a layer of depth to the game, making every moment feel more engaging.”
“Want to turn down the volume to zero because the soundtrack is getting on your nerves?”
“The graphics are somewhat bearable, but with the lack of music and immersion, this game turns into a hide and seek with blueprints scattered around a small area.”
“So here we go, there are no sounds from walking, there are no sounds when picking up items, there are no sounds when opening or closing doors; there is, however, some ambient spooky music playing.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for lacking a coherent story, with users describing it as having no narrative elements at all. Additionally, the overall experience is marred by poor graphics and gameplay.
“Very bad game without a story and with very poor graphics and gameplay.”
“There is no story!”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous buggy objects that hinder interaction, limiting players primarily to batteries and blueprints. Additionally, the delayed door animations contribute to a frustrating experience.
“It is full of buggy objects; you can hardly interact with anything except batteries and blueprints. Additionally, the doors only open once the animation is completed, which is very annoying.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
“I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay, including characters getting stuck and items disappearing.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its great visuals, creating an immersive experience; however, the lack of antagonistic elements detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading some users to hesitate in recommending it.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world with stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack.”
“Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension that keeps you on edge, making the atmosphere truly unforgettable.”
“The combination of detailed environments and atmospheric sound design creates a sense of realism that enhances the overall experience.”
