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Fear the Timeloop - Prologue is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by TacoEaters and was released on June 20, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Fear the Timeloop - Prologue is a third-person survival horror where you play as Sheriff James Cooper, trapped in a deadly time loop. Severely injured, he must manage his wounds and evade bloodthirsty monsters to escape a hostile building. The game features branching dialogue, flexible abilities, and exploration that deepens with each loop.

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game has a unique time loop mechanic that adds tension and encourages exploration, making each run feel like progress.
The atmosphere and visuals are well-crafted, reminiscent of classic survival horror games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill.
Despite its rough edges, the game shows great potential and has engaging gameplay that keeps players interested.

The controls and character handling are clunky, making gameplay frustrating and detracting from the overall experience.
The game can be too easy, with some players completing it without dying, which undermines the intended horror and challenge.
There are numerous technical issues, including bugs, poor camera collision, and lack of controller support, which need significant improvement before the full release.

gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
75%
7%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the innovative time loop mechanic and intuitive controls, while others criticize the clunky handling and poorly balanced mechanics. Many appreciate the unique horror elements and engaging story, but some feel that the gameplay is marred by repetitive puzzles and a lack of depth in certain mechanics. Overall, the game shows potential but may require further refinement to fully satisfy players.
- “Devs did a fantastic job with it and integrating it so well into the gameplay and story.”
- “It has that same tense, atmospheric feeling while adding fresh original gameplay that makes it stand out on its own.”
- “The use of a time loop as a core mechanic is exactly what I’ve been craving in a horror game for a long time.”
- “The gameplay is there, but the controls are really terrible.”
- “I just would not recommend anyone to go for this game as is based on the mechanics alone.”
- “Maybe the story is good; I could see it having potential, but it feels like the gameplay was built around what the developers thought would be a 'cool idea' instead of what players might actually enjoy.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
42%
12%
The story has garnered mixed reviews, with many players finding it intriguing and well-integrated into the gameplay, particularly the unique death loop mechanic. However, some express confusion over the narrative setup and criticize the exposition dumps at chapter ends. Overall, while the story shows potential and engages players, it is hampered by gameplay issues and inconsistencies in character portrayal.
- “The story is interesting from what we got to see and it has me wanting to see it through to the conclusion, and the time loop works so well.”
- “I'm excited to see where it leads to, and I will most likely be playing the full game due to the fact that the story genuinely is super interesting.”
- “Everything just clicks—the story, the pacing, the mechanics.”
- “The story did not go in the direction I thought it would, and I can't say I'm a fan of the exposition dumps at the end of every chapter, but I guess it's good at least that I'm not getting the whole story from notes left around the hospital.”
- “The story and the main character are somehow not really matching each other.”
- “The story is all about the occult and spooky themes, but the character is not scared or anything like that; he is mostly aggressive and seems to hate everything and everyone.”
atmosphere
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
26%
13%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its high quality, effectively creating a tense and immersive experience through excellent animations, sound design, and lighting. Reviewers highlight the combination of a gloomy, unnerving environment with a fresh gameplay dynamic, particularly noting the impact of the 15-minute time loop on the overall tension. While some concerns about maintaining this atmosphere over longer play sessions exist, the overall consensus is that the atmosphere is a standout feature that enhances the game's appeal.
- “The atmosphere is top-notch, and the 15-minute time loop adds a fresh layer of urgency and strategy to the classic formula.”
- “I really liked the prologue: the horror vibe of a dark, confined space is conveyed perfectly—atmospheric and tense.”
- “The art style and atmosphere are fantastic.”
- “The game atmosphere is gloomy and terrifying, but there are some problems.”
- “If the game sees a full release in this state, it definitely will not get the attention that it deserves. It was serviceable to get me to the end of the demo, but I can't imagine the game maintaining a decent atmosphere for 8 hours if it's anywhere close to this.”
- “The main thing - the atmosphere... silent.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
37%
19%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty, detail, and immersive atmosphere, with many users highlighting the art style and smooth animations. However, several players reported encountering graphical bugs, including camera clipping and physics glitches that detracted from the overall experience. While the visuals are considered solid, some reviewers noted that they do not significantly surpass those of similar titles.
- “Graphics are beautiful and detailed, and the animations are neat.”
- “The art style and atmosphere are fantastic.”
- “Great game, beautiful graphics and very good ambiance.”
- “Graphical bugs: the camera clips through the walls a lot; I should never be able to see through into another room by cheesing the camera angle.”
- “I encountered quite a few graphical bugs.”
- “Graphical glitches and jank in the environmental and body physics (heads flying off of enemies is unintentionally hilarious and kind of ruins the horror vibe).”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, players have mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While some experienced significant stuttering issues that were resolved by adjusting graphics settings, others found the performance satisfactory after making similar changes. The game shows potential for improvement in optimization to enhance the overall experience.
- “The game is perfect in other aspects: it's intriguing, it has okay gameplay, and nice graphics plus optimization.”
- “More optimization and I think you'll have a great game.”
- “I didn’t expect to be able to play comfortably, but I was pleasantly surprised by the performance.”
- “My game was stuttering like crazy until I changed the graphics API from DirectX 12 to Vulkan and lowered most settings to medium or low.”
- “I played the first demo of the game first and liked it then but had issues with the movement and optimization.”
- “Other than the stutter I mentioned prior, I didn't have any other performance bugs to mention.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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The music in the game is praised for enhancing the atmosphere, but players express a desire for more ambient tracks. Some users noted that combat music continues to play even in non-combat situations, which can be distracting. Overall, while the music is appreciated, there are suggestions for improvement in its implementation.
- “The atmosphere and music are great.”
- “The combat music kept playing even though I ran away from the encounter and into the basement.”
- “Maybe the music was still blasting when a zombie was not near me.”
- “Add more ambient music, please!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from unintentional graphical glitches, such as dismembered heads flying off enemies, which create a comedic contrast to the intended horror atmosphere. Additionally, the bizarre content in the videotapes adds a layer of absurdity that enhances the overall comedic experience.
- “Graphical glitches and jank in the environmental and body physics (heads flying off of enemies is unintentionally hilarious and kind of ruins the horror vibe).”
- “Maybe the splashes are too funny.”
- “The weird nonsense playing in the videotapes also fits the dream angle perfectly and ends up being kind of funny in its own way.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort akin to needing a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the game's impressive replayability, particularly due to its innovative dual locked door mechanics, which encourage players to explore different strategies and outcomes. With a score of 8.5/10, the game is praised for offering more than just a solid demo, suggesting that players will find ample reasons to return.
- “8.5/10 - More than a solid demo, it has incredible replay value with the dual locked door mechanics.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more; every playthrough feels fresh.”
- “With multiple endings and hidden secrets, this game offers endless replayability that keeps me engaged.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is marred by graphical glitches and awkward physics, such as disembodied heads, which detract from the intended horror experience. While there are some minor door collision issues, they do not significantly impact gameplay.
- “Graphical glitches and jank in the environmental and body physics (heads flying off of enemies is unintentionally hilarious and kind of ruins the horror vibe).”
- “There are a couple of minor door collision glitches, but nothing game-breaking.”

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Fear the Timeloop - Prologue is a action adventure game.

Fear the Timeloop - Prologue is available on PC and Windows.

Fear the Timeloop - Prologue was released on June 20, 2025.

Fear the Timeloop - Prologue was developed by TacoEaters.

Fear the Timeloop - Prologue has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Fear the Timeloop - Prologue is a single player game.

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