Euclidean

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 149 reviews
  • gameplay
  • atmosphere
  • graphics
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"Euclidean" is a single-player Horror Action game with excellent gameplay and stunning visuals, offering a tense and dense atmosphere. Players experience an endless fall through otherworldly environments, with 9 hand-crafted stages of terror across three difficulty levels: HARD, NIGHTMARISH, and IMPOSSIBLE. The game features tanks and spiders as enemies, instead of zombies, along with terrifying VR support, binaural 3D audio, and a haunting ambient soundtrack.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

66%
Audience ScoreBased on 149 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • The game successfully captures a Lovecraftian atmosphere, immersing players in a sense of dread and existential horror.
  • Visually striking with unique geometric designs and a haunting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Offers a unique experience in VR, providing a trippy and unsettling journey that resonates with fans of Lovecraftian themes.
  • Gameplay is limited and repetitive, primarily consisting of slow falling and avoiding obstacles, which can become tedious.
  • Controls are clunky and movement feels unresponsive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
  • The game is very short, with many players feeling it lacks depth and replayability, making it hard to justify the price.
  • gameplay53 mentions

    The gameplay of this game is largely criticized for being simplistic and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it feels more like an atmospheric experience than a traditional game. Players often find the mechanics frustrating and repetitive, leading to a trial-and-error approach that detracts from the overall enjoyment. While the visuals and atmosphere are praised, the gameplay itself is described as minimal and not engaging enough to warrant a significant investment of time or money.

    • “Interesting gameplay that wasn't special, but combined with the theme of the game it was awesome.”
    • “Gets kinda easy as you start to understand the game's mechanics, but very fun and very deep.”
    • “This simple gameplay it does pretty well, and I found it challenging.”
    • “Certainly dark and cool from a visual perspective, but it seems to have some kind of runner/falling game mechanic that gets in the way of the flow of the experience.”
    • “Upon finishing the game, I realized I wasted my time because the experience was awful and the gameplay was way too boring to warrant such an interesting world.”
    • “You have a phase in/out mechanic to avoid the moving monsters which you can't use effectively because the monsters (which are really just cubes strung together to look like fish) move far faster than you and don't allow for you to use the mechanic effectively, leading to trial and error gameplay which completely destroys any atmosphere as the game starts you five to ten minutes back and you have to hear the previously ominous voice say the same cryptic nonsense over and over.”
  • atmosphere44 mentions

    The game is widely praised for its immersive and haunting atmosphere, often described as having a Lovecraftian essence that effectively evokes feelings of dread and paranoia. Players appreciate the dark graphics, sound design, and the slow-paced exploration that enhances the sense of impending doom, although some note that gameplay mechanics can disrupt this atmosphere. Overall, it is considered a standout experience for those seeking a deeply atmospheric horror game, particularly in VR, despite some discomfort associated with prolonged play.

    • “Nice atmospheric game that does a good job of encapsulating the dread of slowly delving into the inevitable depths of madness.”
    • “So this game nails a creepy dreading sense of atmosphere perfectly, and captures the feeling of being in a place deep where no human should be.”
    • “The mix of weird, geometric monsters and underwater ruins coupled with the ambience of the game makes for a very atmospheric experience that puts you constantly on the edge of your seat.”
    • “It turns into an arcade game all of a sudden, right when you've finally sunk into the atmosphere, and then right when you're remembering how to deal with the arcade-like dodging elements, you're distracted by the cinematic dread again and wish you could just focus on that instead of having to look around paranoid for some random thing to side-swipe you and cause another cheesy, unrealistic 'instant death yelp'.”
    • “You have a phase in/out mechanic to avoid the moving monsters which you can't use effectively because, again, the monsters (which are really just cubes strung together to look like fish) move far faster than you and don't allow for you to use the mechanic effectively, leading to trial and error gameplay which completely destroys any atmosphere as the game starts you five to ten minutes back and you have to hear the previously ominous voice say the same cryptic nonsense over and over and over.”
    • “I can understand why a lot of people find this game a bit boring because you can only move very slowly, but this is what makes the atmosphere of this game - the unavoidable death.”
  • graphics18 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the unique art style and atmospheric visuals that enhance the Lovecraftian experience, while others criticize the overall quality and performance issues, including low framerates and poor enemy designs. Despite these criticisms, many players find the combination of visuals and sound to create a memorable and immersive experience. Overall, the game's aesthetics are appreciated for their creativity, though not consistently executed throughout.

    • “I like the Lovecraftian atmosphere and the obscenely dark graphics, and I enjoyed the experience overall and do recommend it.”
    • “I thought the art style was superb.”
    • “So, it does look quite nice, and I like the design of the monsters and the overall art style.”
    • “Nothing much to see, and the graphics aren't much to show it with.”
    • “Poor graphics, stupid looking enemies, terrible controls, confusing menu; everything about this is poor.”
    • “It's surprisingly hard on your computer--I have an upper-mid-range gaming laptop, and I still had a very low framerate at times, even with the minimum graphics settings.”
  • music11 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the haunting ambient soundtrack that enhances the eerie atmosphere, while others find it typical and lacking in variety. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its fitting and immersive qualities, contributing positively to the game's unique and unsettling experience.

    • “Unique, absolutely crazy game with cool atmosphere and fitting music.”
    • “The music was quite pleasing and added to the game well.”
    • “Utterly forgivable though, considering the excellent realization of the forbidden dimension you steadily sink into, enveloped in a haunting ambient soundtrack.”
    • “Soundtrack: 3/10”
    • “Lots of your typical underwater sounds with eerie background music.”
    • “Music feels more like echoes from the world around you.”
  • story7 mentions

    The game's story, while brief at just one hour, is praised for its atmospheric delivery and Lovecraftian themes, evoking a sense of the unknowable. However, some players feel that the narrative lacks a satisfying conclusion, which detracts from the overall experience despite its compelling ambiance. Overall, it offers an intriguing premise but leaves players wanting more depth and resolution.

    • “My girlfriend and I played it all in under an hour, and despite that playtime, the delivery, atmosphere, and even the indications of a story made it completely worth the same price as a good comic book.”
    • “I can almost see Lovecraft writing a story about a man falling into nothing that is everything.”
    • “I really love how the devs created an atmosphere that felt truly like a scenario right out of a Lovecraft story.”
    • “The story completion took only 1 hour, and I would rate it a 4/10.”
    • “I understand that in the genre they are aiming for, sometimes what you don't know is the most compelling part, but they could have found a way to make the story feel more conclusive without harming the overall ambiance and feel of the game.”
    • “Despite the short playtime, the delivery and atmosphere made the story feel lacking, almost like it was just a setup for something more substantial.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant stuttering and frame rate issues, particularly in VR mode, while others find it functional and smooth overall. Despite the performance problems, players acknowledge that the game meets its intended goals.

    • “I won't use Steam's refund here because the game is functional, runs smoothly, and it accomplishes what it set out to do.”
    • “Stuttering white screens and loading.”
    • “Constantly stuttering frame rates in VR (no other game gives me trouble). As another reviewer mentioned, it's difficult to see the point of it as you're falling through space and constantly getting killed by unknown things you can't see or be careful to watch out for.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a dark and twisted tone, juxtaposing the beautiful visuals with sinister laughter from a god-like entity, creating a comedic contrast between the player's insignificance and the absurdity of their situation. Players find the experience of being an insect under such a malevolent force unexpectedly hilarious.

    • “Being an insect under the eye of the dark and twisted god has never been so funny!”
    • “Hilarious.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Many users report a lack of replayability, with some stating that once the game is completed, there is little incentive to play again, despite enjoying the overall experience.

    • “Even then, I ended up beating it and found no replay value whatsoever, but for what it's worth, I did enjoy the vibe and overall experience.”
    • “- 0 replayability”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is perceived as tedious and boring, with players finding the slow movement through the environment to be a significant drawback. Overall, this contributes to a lack of engagement, making the game feel short and unworthy of purchase.

    • “Apart from that, I don't think it's worth buying as it's short, boring, and tedious to play.”
    • “The gameplay is simple, though the slow movement through this geometric environment can be tedious.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Reviews indicate a mixed emotional impact, with some players feeling a lack of depth in emotional engagement, while others appreciated the intense and immersive experience, particularly in the context of Lovecraftian horror. Overall, the emotional resonance varies significantly among players.

    • “I enjoyed my short, yet emotionally intense and Lovecraftian horror ride down to the abyss and further.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game appears to downplay its Lovecraftian influences in advertising, as this connection is primarily highlighted through user tags rather than official promotional materials.

  • stability1 mentions

    The stability of the game is generally perceived as lacking, with users reporting issues that range from minor bugs to significant malfunctions, indicating a need for improvement.

    • “It's somewhere between 'buggy' and 'broken'.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the experience.”
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