DreadEye VR

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DreadEye VR is a single player action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Digital Happiness and was released on November 28, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Please, take a seat. You'll be here for a while. Don't worry, you won’t be alone. Let these creatures welcome you to give you a taste of a dark surreal experience. Don't be afraid just yet. Perhaps they will spare you this time around. After all, the nastiest thing they can do to you will only be virtual. But, then again You will probably be wishing you were in a real dream.

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Single-Player

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 67 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a genuinely creepy atmosphere with effective jump scares and disturbing visuals, making it a memorable horror experience.
Gameplay involves interesting mechanics like summoning ghosts and performing rituals, which adds a unique twist to the horror genre.
Despite its short length, the game is entertaining and can be a fun experience to share with friends, especially during parties.

The game is quite short, typically taking only 1 to 2 hours to complete, which may not justify the price for some players.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including problems with controls, audio, and performance across different VR setups.
The gameplay can feel linear and lacks depth, with limited interactions and a feeling that it is more of a series of mini-experiences rather than a cohesive game.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as "cheap" and poorly optimized across various setups, while others praise the atmospheric and creepy visuals that enhance immersion, particularly in certain nightmarish segments. Overall, the presentation is noted to fit the game's tone effectively, despite some technical shortcomings.
- “The immersion is really good because the graphics and VR were done wonderfully.”
- “Later in the game, it warps you to a nightmarish realm with real scary visuals.”
- “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
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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37%
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The game's story is described as minimal and lacking depth, with some players noting an intriguing beginning and intense moments, particularly in a shooting room that feels disconnected from the main narrative. While there are hints of a horror storyline, many reviewers feel it lacks sufficient context and development, making it seem secondary to gameplay mechanics. Overall, the story is considered simple and not a focal point of the 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.”
- “Very cool game mechanics to deliver a horror story.”
- “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, and the fight scenes were poor.”
- “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.”
- “The story is very simple and seems to be not really important.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is enjoyable and features engaging demonic rituals, though it is relatively easy and linear, guiding players through specific tasks without much freedom. While it effectively delivers a horror experience with cool mechanics, players desire longer gameplay and more variety in their actions.
- “Gameplay is fun and has you performing demonic rituals that are quite enjoyable.”
- “Very cool game mechanics to deliver a horror story.”
- “It won't leave you crying, but it will give you solid spooks and easy fun gameplay.”
- “Hopefully they will make more for VR in the future, but please make the gameplay longer!”
- “The gameplay is very linear - you finish one thing and then move on to the next; you can't just conjure up anything you want.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its eerie and anxiety-inducing qualities, effectively creating a creepy and immersive experience. Players appreciate the visuals and overall presentation, noting that they align perfectly with the game's intended tone, enhancing the sense of dread throughout.
- “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.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 received criticism, but the unique ghost designs in VR were highlighted positively by 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.”
- “And it does have a little replayability too.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of the characters add so much depth to the overall narrative.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is criticized for lacking meaningful interactions beyond the summoning mechanics, suggesting that overall engagement may be limited.
- “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.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 adventure experience.
- “It's funny and a little scary; not too much, but it could be fun to show it to friends.”
- “On my adventures in this game, I found it to be very funny and scary.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is often noted for its immersive quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players appreciate the sound design, which complements the visuals and narrative effectively. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences some stability issues, including glitches and bugs, with specific instances where critical elements, like the urn, fail to trigger, necessitating a restart of the PC.
- “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.”