From The Other Side

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From The Other Side is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Vania Studios and was released on February 19, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

"From the Other Side" immerses you in a chilling first-person psychological horror game. You are Steve, a security guard on his first night at work, tasked with monitoring security cameras and fixing unsettling anomalies that will make you question reality.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a chilling atmosphere that immerses players in a unique psychological horror experience.
Engaging gameplay that combines exploration and puzzle-solving, making it feel more interactive than typical anomaly games.
The jump scares and overall tension effectively keep players on edge, providing a thrilling experience throughout the game.

The door mechanics are clunky and frustrating, disrupting the flow of exploration and immersion.
The music becomes repetitive, detracting from the overall tension and atmosphere of the game.
There are several bugs and technical issues, including crashes and an unclear autosave system, which can hinder the gameplay experience.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its natural unfolding and engaging elements, while others find it lacking in depth and memorability. Despite criticisms regarding its complexity and coherence, many agree that the scares effectively enhance the overall experience. Overall, the narrative may not be groundbreaking, but it contributes to the game's enjoyment.
- “The story unfolded naturally: as I played, the story came together bit by bit, which kept me hooked.”
- “Just a small find the anomaly as it's not difficult to spot and it had a good storyline.”
- “Story: good”
- “The story and gameplay do not make sense.”
- “The story is kind of dumb, but the scares are fantastic.”
- “The story and spelling are not great, but the scares make up for it!”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay is engaging and offers a unique experience by focusing on a single location filled with supernatural elements, reminiscent of similar horror titles. However, players may find the pacing and mechanics hinder replayability, with issues like repetitive music, clunky interactions, and a confusing autosave system. While the atmosphere is compelling, the gameplay can be buggy and may not provide a consistently enjoyable experience.
- “The gameplay is engaging, offering a fresh take on the genre by confining players to a single location where they confront supernatural phenomena, much like titles such as The Mortuary Assistant or Graveyard Shift.”
- “Cons: repetitive music, clunky door mechanics, confusing autosave system, limited replayability.”
- “The story and gameplay do not make sense.”
- “Gameplay: good, but a little buggy.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The atmosphere of the game is largely praised for its chilling and immersive qualities, enhanced by impressive graphics and a tense feeling of being watched. However, some players noted issues such as audio bugs and repetitive music that can detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the game is recommended for fans of atmospheric horror.
- “If you’re a fan of atmospheric horror and don’t mind some repetitive gameplay, it’s worth a try; just don’t expect a flawless experience.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly tense; you constantly feel like someone is watching you or that something is about to happen.”
- “From the other side is a psychological horror walking simulator that delivers a visually striking experience with its impressive graphics, immersing players in a chilling atmosphere.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The graphics in "From the Other Side" are widely praised for their stunning quality and ability to create an immersive, chilling atmosphere, enhancing the psychological horror experience. However, some players noted a decline in detail and refinement in the graphics during the final part of the game. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's intriguing premise and fresh approach to horror.
- “From the other side is a psychological horror walking simulator that delivers a visually striking experience with its impressive graphics, immersing players in a chilling atmosphere.”
- “Pros: stunning graphics, intriguing premise, fresh single-location horror concept.”
- “Graphics: very good”
- “The only drawback is the last part of the game, where the graphics feel less detailed and the interactions less refined compared to the rest.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game's replayability is hindered by its pacing and mechanics, leading to a limited enjoyment that typically lasts only a few hours. Players also note issues such as repetitive music and clunky mechanics, which further detract from the overall experience.
- “The game suffers from limited replayability, making it hard to stay engaged after the first playthrough.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to return due to its repetitive nature.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and variety leads to a disappointing replay experience.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game significantly enhances their emotional engagement, making them feel more immersed in the frightening experiences.
- “It made me feel deeply connected to the characters and their struggles.”
- “The emotional depth of the story left a lasting impact on me.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the choices I had to make throughout the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is generally enjoyable, but players have reported some bugs that affect stability.
- “Gameplay is good, but it has some bugs that affect the experience.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “There are too many glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music is noted for its atmospheric quality but is criticized for being repetitive, which diminishes the overall tension of the game.
- “The music, while atmospheric, becomes repetitive, detracting from the tension.”
- “Repetitive music detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to run smoothly with no encountered bugs, indicating strong optimization.
- “Apart from this, the game runs smoothly, I didn't encounter any bugs, and it seems well-optimized.”