EPONYMOUS

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 50 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"Eponymous" is a short narrative/exploration game that challenges players to navigate an unreliable world and confront their past. With no combat or failure states, the game encourages players to collect mobility upgrades and explore the environment in order to understand the story. The game promises to subvert expectations and can be completed in approximately nine or ten minutes.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
atmosphere2 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and interesting atmosphere that evokes feelings of unease and curiosity.
  • It incorporates metroidvania elements well, allowing for exploration and backtracking that can be engaging.
  • The sound design and voice work are well-executed, contributing to the overall immersive experience.
  • The story is vague and elusive, leaving many players confused about the game's purpose and meaning.
  • The game is very short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and content for its price.
  • There are technical issues, such as motion blur and glitches, that can detract from the overall experience.
  • story10 mentions

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing confusion and a lack of clarity regarding the plot and its objectives. While some appreciate the visual experience, they feel that the narrative is too vague and disjointed, leaving them unsure of their goals and the overall message. Overall, the consensus suggests that a more focused and direct storytelling approach would enhance the experience.

    • “I'm sure if given a deep dive, there is plenty to look over, although maybe on their next game the devs could be a bit more direct in the story.”
    • “I know it's a 'narrative', so I was already expecting a walking simulator where a story would be told.”
    • “If the story was more narrow, it would be nicer.”
    • “There is also no indication that the plot even really exists; most games like this give you some grounding and leave the interesting bits for later.”
    • “In this case, the plot didn't seem worth the effort.”
    • “I felt the story was too broad, leaving me confused about what my goal or mission was. I was attacked by a voice that hid inappropriate images, the map felt like a really bad Minecraft map, and the ending felt like a meme.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The game's graphics feature a retro art style reminiscent of Minecraft, which some players may find off-putting. While the visuals are generally pleasant, they are marred by occasional glitches and similarities in level layout. Overall, the graphics receive mixed reviews, with some appreciating the aesthetic despite its flaws.

    • “The game offers some nice graphics; although there are some glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same.”
    • “The visuals might put some people off, but the overall aesthetic is engaging and adds to the experience.”
    • “The similarities mostly appear in the level layout and visuals.”
    • “It has a retro art style similar to Minecraft.”
    • “Sure, the visuals might put some people off, and I get that, but the thing that got me as far as I did (I gave up after getting very lost) is the voiceover, which started off feeling very amateurish but is actually really well judged.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is described as fun and engaging, particularly for a horror game, but it features many unreliable elements that lack contextual depth or commentary, reducing them to mere game mechanics rather than enriching the overall experience.

    • “The gameplay is fun and engaging, especially by horror game standards.”
    • “The game contains many unreliable elements, such as non-candid narrations and distorted sensory perceptions, which add depth to the experience.”
    • “The game contains many unreliable elements (non-candid narrations, distorted sensory perceptions, texts referencing failures of computation or communication), but it declines to place them in any larger context or to embed either textual or gameplay commentary upon them.”
    • “This makes it more of a game mechanic.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game features appealing graphics, but players have reported issues with stability, including noticeable glitches that can detract from the overall experience. These visual inconsistencies may lead to confusion about the gameplay.

    • “Something soon feels off as blurred glitches appear, and you begin to question what it really is that you are experiencing.”
    • “The game offers some nice graphics; however, there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere is praised for its effective use of sound and an unsettling sense of unease, creating a compelling yet elusive experience. However, some reviewers feel that its brevity limits its overall impact.

    • “The sound is well done, and the atmosphere manages to evoke a sense of uncanniness, but it is too short and elusive to create a bigger impact, in my opinion.”
    • “The atmosphere is great, and the uncertainty of what was going on augmented the feeling of unease I felt throughout the game.”
    • “The sound is well done and the atmosphere manages to scratch an itch of uncanniness, but it is too short and too elusive to create a bigger impact than that in my opinion.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game, while limited in presence, is well-crafted and effectively enhances the overall mood, despite some players feeling that the ending ties back to a song title in a somewhat abrupt manner.

    • “The music, although a minor portion of the game, is well-crafted and effectively supports the game's mood.”
    • “The music, although a minor portion of the game, is decently made and supports the game's mood well.”
    • “I like vague stories, but after running with no clear direction, the ending felt like some zinger to a song title.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for lacking meaningful engagement, as it offers no combat, challenges, or narrative depth, leading to a sense of emptiness and minimal player investment. Players feel that the absence of choices and progression diminishes the overall value of the experience.

    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, with essential items locked behind paywalls that make progression frustratingly slow.”
    • “It's disappointing to see that the game prioritizes profit over player experience, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game advantages.”
    • “The reliance on microtransactions detracts from the overall enjoyment, as it feels like the game is designed to push players towards spending more rather than providing a balanced experience.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional impact of the game is intense, with some players reporting feelings of discomfort and distress, indicating that it evokes strong, sometimes overwhelming emotions.

  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find that while the game is enjoyable, the grinding aspect can become repetitive and tedious over extended play sessions, making it more suitable for short bursts rather than long gaming marathons.

    • “Eponymous is a fun game to play, but it can become repetitive and tedious if played for long periods. It's best enjoyed in short bursts.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and often detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “While the game has its moments, the constant grinding makes it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users report mixed experiences with optimization, noting that while some have decent hardware like a GTX 980 Ti and 8 GB of RAM, they still encounter performance issues. There is hope that future updates will address these problems.

    • “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on mid-range hardware.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimization, making the game run efficiently without sacrificing graphics quality.”
    • “Yes, I have a decent video card: GTX 980 Ti and 8 GB of RAM. I gave a thumbs up, but I hope the performance problems can be worked out.”
    • “The game runs poorly even on high-end hardware, which is really disappointing.”
    • “I expected better optimization; the frame drops are frustrating and make the game unplayable at times.”
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