I See Red
- October 24, 2022
- Whiteboard Games
Get on Steam"I See Red" is a single-player, psychological horror game where you uncover the dark secrets of a secluded village. As the game progresses, your character's perception changes, leading to a gripping and suspenseful experience. With a heavy emphasis on story and exploration, this game will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- The grappling hook mechanic adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for creative combat and movement strategies.
- The game features a unique visual style with a monochrome and red color scheme that enhances clarity during chaotic battles.
- The soundtrack is engaging and complements the fast-paced action, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- The game suffers from a lack of polish, with issues such as confusing UI, occasional crashes, and floaty character movement.
- Level design is static, leading to repetitive gameplay as players encounter the same layouts repeatedly.
- The execution of the grappling hook can be frustrating, as it sometimes targets unintended objects instead of enemies, leading to unfair deaths.
- gameplay22 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, addictive twin-stick action that rewards quick reflexes and strategic use of mechanics like grappling, hooking, and executing enemies. Players appreciate the minimalist visual storytelling and distinctive black-and-white art style, which enhances gameplay clarity. While some mechanics may occasionally misfire, the overall experience is engaging and reminiscent of popular roguelikes, making it a fun and challenging adventure.
“The gameplay loop consists of going through different ships (areas) and collecting different buffs/modifiers.”
“So yeah, an incredibly fun game with action-packed, blood-soaked, adrenaline-pumping and very addicting gameplay juxtaposed with a touching, minimalist story, great visuals and excellent music.”
“The gameplay has frenetic twin-stick action moments, and the game rewards you for quick reactions like good weapon switches, timely dodging, special kills, etc.”
“Outside of item descriptions, there is no dialogue and barely any text during gameplay; it's pure visual storytelling.”
“The enrage and execute mechanics are also well incorporated into the gameplay flow and both look and feel good.”
“Gameplay - the first thing that springs to mind is similar top-down roguelikes like Hades or Curse of the Dead Gods, and it does play similarly to some extent.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a polarizing aspect, with many praising the distinctive art style and polished animations, while others find the monochrome and red color scheme visually overwhelming and difficult to interpret. The sophisticated visuals complement the fast-paced gameplay, but opinions vary on whether the aesthetic enhances or detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as both a highlight and a potential drawback, depending on personal taste.
“I really appreciate the stylized graphics.”
“Animations and visuals feel polished.”
“The art style is distinctive and the graphics are quite sophisticated too.”
“The graphics are lame, the guns are boring, the enemies feel completely disconnected from the world and float around.”
“Monochrome and red visuals make it difficult to fully comprehend everything on screen at a glance.”
“Bi-chrome aesthetic wears on the eyes quickly though.”
- story15 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is primarily conveyed through visual storytelling, with minimal dialogue and text, creating a captivating narrative experience centered on a man's quest for revenge. Players can engage with the story at varying depths through environmental storytelling and log entries, though some may find the narrative not particularly deep. Overall, the combination of striking visuals, thematic elements, and a minimalist approach to storytelling enhances the game's emotional impact.
“The cut scenes manage to communicate important messages and storylines without having dialogue or text to read.”
“So yeah, an incredibly fun game with action-packed, blood-soaked, adrenaline-pumping and very addicting gameplay juxtaposed with a touching, minimalist story, great visuals, and excellent music.”
“Outside of item descriptions, there is no dialogue and barely any text during gameplay; it's pure visual storytelling.”
“During the game, you will also be drip-fed a story about the main character and his background, which you may or may not care about depending on what you're looking for.”
“Story - from what I've played so far, it's there, but not particularly deep.”
- music11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and engaging quality, often compared to iconic soundtracks like that of Doom 2016, enhancing the fast-paced and violent gameplay. While some players find certain tracks to be generic or repetitive over time, the overall consensus highlights the music as a standout feature that complements the game's visuals and action.
“Amazing game, with outstanding gameplay, art & music!!!”
“It's very fast-paced, violent and exciting with beautiful visuals, banging music and precise controls.”
“So yeah, an incredibly fun game with action-packed, blood-soaked, adrenaline-pumping and very addicting gameplay juxtaposed with a touching, minimalist story, great visuals and excellent music.”
“Dynamic music can get a little boring after a while.”
“The music is a bit generic, but suits the game.”
“Positive: the only major positive I can note is the music; it has this Starcraft 1 Terran vibe I found really cool.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game effectively balances intense, action-packed gameplay with a touching, minimalist story, enhanced by great visuals and excellent music, creating a compelling emotional experience for players.
“An incredibly fun game with action-packed, blood-soaked, adrenaline-pumping, and very addicting gameplay juxtaposed with a touching, minimalist story, great visuals, and excellent music.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a strong sentiment against perceived cash-grabbing practices and greed in monetization strategies, suggesting that these issues detract from the overall gaming experience.
“Cash grabbing and greed need to be rooted out of Steam.”
“The monetization model feels exploitative and prioritizes profit over player experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that could be enjoyable without constant upselling.”
