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Glimpse

73%Game Brain Score
gameplay, atmosphere
story, graphics
100% User Score Based on 24 reviews

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"Glimpse" is a disturbing 30-minute journey through the disoriented mind of an Alzheimer's patient. Explore a series of unsettling, ever-changing environments as memories blur and reality twists into nightmares. Interact with the world through dialogues and puzzles in this harrowing experience, designed to be played in a single sitting.

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
gameplay1 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Glimpse effectively raises awareness about Alzheimer's disease through its immersive and emotional storytelling.
  • The game features a captivating atmosphere with effective use of lighting, sound, and visual cues that enhance the horror experience.
  • Despite its short length, the game delivers a powerful message and is recommended for those interested in psychological horror.
  • The game is very short, lasting only about 30 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more content.
  • Some players found the maze-like sections confusing, leading to moments of frustration.
  • The lack of voiceovers and additional narrative depth was noted as a missed opportunity to enhance the experience.
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as solid, with several visual cues that help to tie the narrative together, although some users noted a lack of depth in the storytelling. Overall, it provides a basic framework that supports the gameplay experience.

    • “☐ no story”
    • “It has several visual cues and a bit of story to bring it together.”
    • “I did manage to finish it and the story was solid.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by unique mechanics and the presence of terrifying entities, creating a riveting experience that leaves a lasting impression on players.

    • “The game's unique mechanics and terrifying entities provide a riveting experience that lingers long after the credits roll.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game creates a profoundly scary atmosphere despite its short duration of about 30 minutes, effectively conveying its message through atmospheric design, clever puzzles, and a captivating narrative, making it a must-play for horror fans.

    • “Even if the game is really short (about 30 minutes), it manages to send its message loudly, delivering a really scary atmosphere.”
    • “The atmospheric design, clever puzzles, and a captivating narrative make it a must-play for horror enthusiasts.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics evoke a poignant and beautiful atmosphere reminiscent of life, though they are described as having a retro aesthetic similar to PlayStation 2-era visuals.

    • “Sad and beautiful game like life itself - with PlayStation 2 type of graphics.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as profoundly sad and deeply touching, making it a highly recommended experience, especially given its brevity.

    • “It's sad and extremely touching... a recommendation, since it's also short.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”

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