DreadEye VR

About

DreadEye VR is a horror exploration game that puts you in unsettling situations, confronting you with your fears. Immerse yourself in dark environments, from an eerie mansion to a horrific hospital, as you uncover the secrets of what's haunting you. With its intense atmosphere and jump scares, DreadEye VR will leave you questioning your sanity.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 81 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive horror experience, effectively building tension and delivering genuine scares.
Graphics and audio design are praised for their quality, contributing to a creepy atmosphere that enhances the gameplay.
It's a fun game to play with friends, providing entertaining jump scares and a memorable experience despite its short length.

The game is criticized for being too short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to a feeling of insufficient content for the price.
Numerous technical issues and bugs hinder the gameplay experience, including problems with controls, interactions, and performance across different VR setups.
The gameplay is described as linear and lacking depth, with some players feeling misled by the promotional material that suggested a more expansive experience.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing performance issues and low-quality visuals, while others praise the atmospheric and immersive design that enhances the horror experience. Notably, the game features impressive visuals that contribute to its creepy tone, although glitches and clunky controls detract from the overall presentation. Overall, while some aspects of the graphics are well-received, inconsistencies in performance and quality are a common concern among users.
- “But the graphics are great and there are some genuinely gut-churning moments when things happen that just wouldn't work well on a flat screen.”
- “The immersion is really good because the graphics and VR were done wonderfully.”
- “- The visuals and overall presentation can be admired from the get-go; this game looks creepy, atmospheric, and fits the tone it's going for flawlessly.”
- “I've given this game a few chances on different setups, different headsets, different graphics cards... and it runs like trash on everything.”
- “Not scary with bad graphics.”
- “However, the controls are clunky, the menus are bugging horribly, the graphics and animations are very 'cheap'.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The game's story is generally perceived as thin and linear, serving primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a central focus. While some players appreciate the interactive elements and unique horror mechanics, many feel that the narrative lacks depth and context, with a desire for a more immersive experience akin to Indonesian folklore. Overall, the story is seen as an excuse to facilitate the game's horror elements rather than a compelling narrative in its own right.
- “I really liked the interactive part of the game, but the more 'on rails' story parts are great to just sit back and see what messed up stuff the developers have dreamt up.”
- “The first few ghosts were your average creepy-lurking-in-the-distance type beasts… but later on, I unlocked a (shooting) room that was very intense and seemed to be from a totally different game/storyline.”
- “Very cool game mechanics to deliver a horror story.”
- “I was hoping for a more Phasmophobia-type Indonesian folklore ghost experience, but ended up with a more linear story-based experience.”
- “The beginning of the game is nice, and so is the nurse that literally rips out your heart, but it should have been longer with more story and context; the fight scenes were lacking.”
- “The story is very simple and seems to be not really important.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
13%
38%
The gameplay is characterized by a fun and engaging core loop centered around performing demonic rituals, though it is noted to be quite linear and not very challenging. While the mechanics are praised for delivering a solid horror experience, players express a desire for longer gameplay and more freedom in their actions. Overall, the game offers enjoyable mechanics but suffers from some mechanical issues.
- “Gameplay is fun and has you performing demonic rituals that are quite enjoyable (though not very challenging).”
- “Very cool game mechanics to deliver a horror story.”
- “The gameplay is very linear - you finish one thing then move on to the next; you can't just conjure up anything you want.”
- “Hopefully they will make more for VR in the future, but please longer gameplay!”
- “Then you are presented with the core gameplay loop; doing a ritual with different ingredients being put in a cauldron.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its eerie and anxiety-inducing qualities, effectively creating a creepy and immersive experience that enhances the overall gameplay. The visuals and presentation contribute significantly to this unsettling ambiance, making it a standout feature that captivates players without relying heavily on jump scares.
- “The atmosphere is great, really eerie and anxiety-inducing.”
- “I found the atmosphere delightfully creepy and it gave me the legit willies now and then.”
- “The visuals and overall presentation can be admired from the get-go; this game looks creepy, atmospheric, and fits the tone it's going for flawlessly.”
- “The atmosphere alone is enough to carry the title without it being dependent on jumps.”
- “Very creepy atmosphere.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits stability issues, including glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as the need to recalibrate space boundaries when switching between standing and seated modes. Some users have also reported specific bugs, like the urn not triggering, which may require restarting the PC to resolve. Overall, while the graphics and sound design are praised, the stability concerns detract from the experience.
- “A small problem with playing while standing is that you'll have to recalibrate the space boundaries and then switch to seating again for the cutscenes, resulting in an off-sync, buggy mess.”
- “The game isn't without its glitches and bugs; however, occasionally the urn does not appear to trigger, which resulted in me having to restart my PC.”
- “It has some glitches, but the graphics are pretty good and the sound design adds to the experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as a blend of funny and slightly scary elements, making it enjoyable for players and potentially entertaining to share with friends. Overall, it strikes a balance that enhances the gaming experience without overwhelming the player.
- “It's funny and a little scary, not too much, but could be fun to show it to friends.”
- “On my adventures in this game, I found it to be very funny and scary.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it fun and engaging enough to revisit, others feel it lacks significant replay value. The visuals have received criticism, but the experience of encountering well-designed ghosts in VR adds a layer of enjoyment for some users.
- “Really fun and replayable; the best-looking ghosts I've seen in VR so far!”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down!”
- “Visuals aren’t too impressive and there is no replay value here.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with users noting that while the sound design is generally well-executed, the main menu music is excessively loud and detracts from the overall experience.
- “The sound and music are fantastic, creating an immersive experience.”
- “Besides the overly loud main menu music, the sound design is on point.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While the game is praised for its impressive character designs, the reviews do not provide significant insights into the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with the characters.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of each character add layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization is criticized for lacking meaningful interactions beyond the summoning mechanics, suggesting that players may find the experience limited and underwhelming.
- “There aren't many interactions in-game besides the summoning performance.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Performance drops significantly during intense moments, ruining the overall experience.”