Ian's Eyes

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"Ian's Eyes" is a horror written adventure game where you play as a blind boy's guide dog. Help Ian navigate through a dark and frightening world using your senses as a dog. Uncover the mystery of what happened to Ian's family while avoiding dangerous creatures.

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Single-Player

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The art style is charming and reminiscent of Tim Burton's aesthetic, creating an engaging atmosphere.
The concept of guiding a blind boy through a zombie-infested school is unique and intriguing.
The game offers a challenging experience with strategic gameplay that rewards players for overcoming difficult puzzles.

The gameplay is frustrating due to poor controls, bad camera angles, and unpredictable enemy behavior.
Voice acting is subpar, with characters sounding unconvincing and lacking emotional depth.
The writing is filled with over-exposition and corny dialogue, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
63%
9%
The gameplay has received mixed to negative feedback, with many players citing frustrating level design, poor camera angles, and unresponsive controls that detract from the experience. While some appreciate the unique mechanics and aesthetic reminiscent of Tim Burton, others find the gameplay inconsistent and overly difficult, leading to a "die and retry" approach that can feel tedious. Overall, the game struggles to deliver a polished and enjoyable gameplay experience, hampered by design choices and execution.
- “The gameplay is pretty simple and the story is easy to follow, so you never feel lost as to what to do next.”
- “Nice gameplay and puzzles, lovely aesthetics which remind me of Tim Burton.”
- “The gameplay itself goes on smoothly with a few minor bugs that don’t affect the experience; in fact, some are quite funny, so no biggies.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly frustrating, with terrible level design, camera angles that are so bad that they will get you killed in stupid ways, and awful default controls for keyboard.”
- “I couldn't help but be reminded of the legendary bad rats: fantastic premise (blind boy dodging zombie schoolkids with the aid of his guide dog), but the gameplay is so inconsistent and unpredictable that merely trying to repeat what worked for you the last time is a crap-shoot at best.”
- “The dialogue is terrible and the gameplay is not as expected (as per videos and trailers).”
story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
56%
11%
The story of the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its unique concept and emotional depth, particularly the journey of a blind child navigating an apocalyptic school. However, many criticize the plot for being boring or nonsensical, compounded by poor voice acting and unlikable characters. While some players find the narrative engaging and immersive, others feel it is undermined by repetitive gameplay and lackluster execution.
- “The gameplay is pretty simple and the story is easy to follow, so you never feel lost as to what to do next.”
- “I would recommend as the story is intriguing, and induces a sense of fear and anxiety while you play.”
- “First of all, the game design is strongly immersive, you really can feel how your bonds with Ian are growing while you go into the story.”
- “The rest of the plot is either boring, or just stupid.”
- “The story does not make one bit of sense.”
- “The concept is cool but the bad voice acting, bad story, and game mechanics ruined it.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
19%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the unique art style and charming visuals that evoke a dark, macabre aesthetic reminiscent of Tim Burton. While the graphics are noted as appealing and well-crafted, some critics argue that they are not enough to compensate for the game's shortcomings in gameplay and narrative. Overall, the visuals are seen as a highlight, but they do not elevate the overall experience to a top-tier level.
- “The graphics in this game are really quite good, which at least makes the game look more appealing.”
- “The artwork is dark, macabre, and fantastic.”
- “Aesthetically, it is very well made, very coherent, and both textures and lighting are carefully treated.”
- “But this game shows its art/graphics even though the animation still needs some work.”
- “Yet don't let yourself be blinded by 'ian's eyes' eye-catchingly cute graphics, for the game gets difficult right after the start, requiring a strong learning curve to continue, and playing until the surprising end takes quite some patience plus lines to be added to the merciless death counter.”
- “The graphics certainly catch my attention, but they don't fully compensate for the game's other shortcomings.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
The music in the game is widely praised for its originality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, drawing comparisons to the styles of Tim Burton and other popular games like "Don't Starve" and "Limbo." While many appreciate the quirky and engaging soundtrack, some feel it isn't enough to fully immerse them in the experience. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's entertainment value and aesthetic appeal.
- “The music in the game is incredible.”
- “What I love: animations, originality, the music, and the atmosphere in general...”
- “Ian’s eyes had a high start, with its Tim Burton style art and quirky music; it felt like a game that was going to take a beloved style seen in Don't Starve and Limbo and mix it with an interesting new game concept.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the visuals are stunning, the soundtrack doesn't match the game's tone and often feels out of place.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall experience, leaving it feeling flat.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The game's atmosphere is heavily influenced by Tim Burton's aesthetic, creating a macabre and eerie environment that enhances the retro tension through its gameplay and visuals. Players appreciate the unique animations, music, and careful attention to detail, which collectively contribute to a compelling ambiance, despite some feeling it lacks the depth to fully engage them. Overall, the atmosphere is recognized as a standout feature, effectively immersing players in a creatively crafted zombie-infested setting.
- “As to the creative part and ambiance, a great work is also noticed; illumination is very slick to create such a dismal atmosphere at certain moments.”
- “The tightly defined camera and controls are no real default but another means to increase the retro-ish tension through gameplay alone, adding to the macabre atmosphere visibly drawn from Tim Burton movies such as Frankenweenie.”
- “The concept is unique; I love the Tim Burton-like aesthetic of the characters, and the atmosphere that the game creates as you go around the zombie-infested high school with Ian and North (Ian's dog) is eerie, which is what you're looking for in this genre.”
- “As to the creative part and ambiance, a great work is also noticed; the illumination is very slick to create such a dismal atmosphere at certain moments.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its humor, featuring polished animations that make zombie chases amusing and a generally funny gameplay experience. Players find the minor bugs to be entertaining rather than disruptive, and notable comedic moments, such as a humorous exchange with a character, enhance the overall enjoyment.
- “Animations are very polished and when the zombies chase you, they turn out quite funny, hahahahaaa.”
- “All in all, it’s a very funny game.”
- “The gameplay itself goes on smoothly with a few minor bugs that don’t affect the experience; in fact, some are quite funny, so no biggies.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and repetitive, often requiring significant time investment without guaranteed rewards. This can be frustrating for those who prefer a more dynamic gameplay experience, while some may enjoy the challenge of repetitive tasks.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Unless, of course, you're one of those people who enjoys doing the same tediously pedantic bits over and over and over again, with absolutely no guarantee of success even when you plan things out to the nth degree.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is significantly undermined by the narrator's voice, which is likened to a robotic tone that detracts from the intended impact. This has led to disappointment among players who had high expectations for a more heartfelt experience. Overall, the emotional delivery falls flat, resulting in a lack of connection with the narrative.
- “This really is one of the most heartbreaking reviews I've ever had to write, because I sincerely had high hopes for this one.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game experiences some stability issues, including glitches and bugs like jittering characters and minor clipping problems, which are attributed to the Unity engine. While these issues can be distracting, they do not significantly hinder gameplay for all players.
- “The only issues I had with the game were glitches and bugs. I'm not great with these types of games, especially managing useless teammates, so I wouldn't have beaten the game without some of them. I experienced a jittering/vibrating dog and clipping through the floor slightly, but that's the Unity engine for you.”
- “The game is plagued by stability issues, with frequent crashes and performance drops that ruin the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that made it difficult to enjoy the game, including characters getting stuck and the game freezing unexpectedly.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any reported issues from users.
- “The game runs smoothly, and I have had no problems!”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end hardware without sacrificing quality.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users note that the game's design enhances both playability and replayability, suggesting that players are likely to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “The game's design ensures that both playability and replayability are significantly enhanced.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making you want to dive back in.”
- “With multiple endings and varied character paths, the replayability factor is off the charts!”

40%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

Ian’s Eyes Review
The nice art style is let down by some bad camera angles, weak voice acting and unbalanced environments.
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