IMMORTALITY

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 881 reviews
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Immortality is a phenomenal piece of work, filled with great acting and direction, centred around the story of one woman's life in front of the lens in all its fragile yet powerful glory.
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Immerse yourself in "IMMORTALITY," a single-player horror simulation game with an intriguing story and dense atmosphere. Traverse decades of movie history by exploring lost films of Marissa Marcel, starring in The Monk, Minsky, and Two of Everything. With good music and highly emotional elements, solve the mystery of these unreleased movies through cinematic scene-teleporting gameplay.

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 881 reviews
story209 positive mentions
grinding39 negative mentions
  • Incredible storytelling that captivates and engages the player, making them feel like a detective piecing together a complex narrative.
  • Outstanding production quality with excellent acting, cinematography, and attention to detail that immerses players in the world of film.
  • Unique gameplay mechanics that allow players to explore and uncover hidden layers of the story, providing a fresh experience in the FMV genre.
  • Gameplay can become tedious and frustrating due to the random nature of unlocking clips, leading to repetitive clicking without clear direction.
  • The story can feel disjointed and confusing, with players potentially reaching the credits without fully understanding the overarching narrative.
  • Lack of clear guidance or tracking for progress can leave players feeling lost and unsure of what they need to do to uncover all the clips.
  • story741 mentions

    The story of "Immortality" is a complex and layered narrative that intertwines the lives of an actress and the films she starred in, exploring themes of identity, art, and the darker sides of fame. While many players appreciate the innovative storytelling techniques and the depth of the narrative, some find the gameplay mechanics frustrating and the plot difficult to follow, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience. Despite its challenges, the game is often recommended for those who enjoy intricate storytelling and cinematic experiences, particularly fans of the developer's previous works like "Her Story."

    • “Absolute masterpiece, just go in blind and uncover this beautiful story!”
    • “The acting, the production, the story is just superb.”
    • “The more you learn about the story, the more haunting it becomes, and although I'm not typically a fan of scares or existential dread, I found myself glued to the screen.”
    • “The overarching plot went over my head, and by 6 hours in, I was very much exhausted with the game.”
    • “Immortality promised an intriguing plot, a potential for some detective or maybe even a murder mystery, but I was incredibly angered and disappointed with the way the plot went.”
    • “The actual 'lore' and core story that ties it all together was unfortunately less interesting to me.”
  • gameplay273 mentions

    The gameplay in "Immortality" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and frustrating due to its reliance on a simplistic mechanic of clicking on objects in video clips to unlock new scenes. While some appreciate the innovative narrative structure and the depth of the story, others criticize the lack of player agency and the repetitive nature of the gameplay, which often feels more like a chore than an engaging experience. Overall, the game is seen as an interactive movie that prioritizes storytelling over traditional gameplay mechanics, appealing primarily to those who value narrative exploration over gameplay complexity.

    • “The gameplay is pretty minimal, but most of the allure of this game is how it affects the mind.”
    • “The central gameplay mechanic of how you discover new footage is fascinating.”
    • “The cardinal sin of this game is that the gameplay starts and ends with you randomly clicking on items and characters in hopes that you get a new scene, along with scrubbing some clips in reverse, forward, reverse again.”
    • “It's tedious and staggeringly wasteful of the player's time, and the mystery-solving aspect has very little to do with the actual game mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay loop involves zero thought or creativity from the player - you watch clips from fictional movies, you pause every 10-15 seconds, and you click on everything in the scene much like a hidden object flash game.”
  • optimization76 mentions

    The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting issues such as stuttering, frame skipping, and long loading times that detract from the overall experience. Despite these technical shortcomings, the performances and storytelling are highly praised, suggesting that while the game excels in narrative and acting, it struggles with technical performance, particularly in video playback. Some users noted that adjusting settings could alleviate some issues, indicating that optimization may still be a work in progress.

    • “The actors involved with this game are amazing, and it is often a delight watching their on and behind-the-scenes performances.”
    • “What we have here are Oscar-worthy performances, a brilliant script, a surrealist narrative akin to the work of David Lynch, and a novel use of the medium of technology to tell a story out of sequence.”
    • “Incredible performances, amazing set of cast delivering amazing performances, doubled with an absolutely godlike musical score and sound design.”
    • “Many people online complain about stuttering, and I have a problem where the game takes ages to load, preventing me from even moving my mouse upon leaving a clip and going back to the grid of clips and images I've unlocked.”
    • “Running this on a PC with the recommended specifications, the FMVs are unwatchable and have severe stuttering and buffering issues.”
    • “I can't say how this game is because it's too laggy/stuttering to play.”
  • grinding39 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with many players expressing frustration over the time-consuming mechanics required to progress. While some appreciate the depth of the story and the community aspect of seeking out clips, the overall sentiment is that the gameplay becomes increasingly monotonous and lacks engaging challenge, leading to a loss of interest before reaching the conclusion. Despite its intriguing narrative, the tedious nature of the clip-searching process detracts significantly from the overall experience.

    • “This game is quite hard to recommend to anyone as it contains some explicit content and requires quite a bit of dedication to see the whole story, as there's no control over randomization and no indicators of how much is left to find, which is a poor mix in games where grinding is involved.”
    • “It's tedious and staggeringly wasteful of the player's time, and the mystery-solving aspect has very little to do with the actual game mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay itself is quite repetitive, tedious, and relies heavily on randomness.”
  • emotional33 mentions

    The emotional impact of the game is profound, with many players reporting intense feelings ranging from joy to terror, often leading to tears. The narrative's complexity and the powerful performances of the actors contribute to a unique experience that evokes deep empathy and introspection. While some critiques mention a lack of clarity in the ending, the overall consensus highlights the game's ability to create a rich emotional tapestry that resonates long after playing.

    • “Very few games have affected me emotionally as much as this one.”
    • “This game presents one of the strongest and most emotional moments in gaming from 2022, carried by similarly powerful performances from the actors of the game.”
    • “This game, movie, whatever it is, it's really such a stunning example of how interactivity can add layers that you could not dive to in just a regular, straightforward film, and it's really made me feel things I haven't felt from art in I don't know how long.”
  • music28 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and emotional impact of scenes, while others find it repetitive and lacking in variety. The original soundtrack, composed by Nainita Desai, is noted for its high production quality and effective integration with gameplay, though some users feel it could benefit from more background variety. Overall, while the music contributes significantly to the game's mood, opinions vary on its execution and depth.

    • “The acting is insane, the OST is awesome, and the lore is simply perfection.”
    • “Great music that connects magically all the scenes together and enhances the overall atmosphere in the best possible way.”
    • “The music is masterfully blended into the game with the video scrubbing mechanics.”
    • “I would love to have more background music variety; after playing for hours hunting for scenes, it tends to become stale and repetitive.”
    • “The soundtrack, on the other hand, is kind of weak.”
    • “The music serves as an eerie backdrop while perusing the menus and various scenes, encouraging a mysterious atmosphere.”
  • graphics14 mentions

    The game's graphics are praised for their creativity and high execution, effectively blending live-action visuals with a captivating narrative that draws on various cinematic styles. While the aesthetic successfully evokes the eras it represents, some users noted minor glitches that detract from the overall experience. The combination of dynamic visuals and emotional performances contributes to a rich atmosphere, despite the game's shortcomings in gameplay.

    • “I applaud the high level execution of the visuals, the wonderful acting, and the overall atmosphere.”
    • “One big positive: the movie does a fantastic job aesthetically emulating the movies from the periods of cinema it's chosen to cover.”
    • “The game offers some nice graphics and a superb aesthetic; although there are some ugly glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same and has a nice aesthetic and art style.”
    • “There is not much to say about Immortality's graphics in the traditional video game sense.”
    • “This is an interactive movie, so the graphics are just that, the live-action movie.”
    • “At first, you get into the aesthetics of films from different eras, and quite good acting and the plot.”
  • atmosphere11 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its dark, immersive qualities, enhanced by high-quality visuals, strong acting, and a haunting musical score. Reviewers highlight the slow, brooding tension and chilling moments that contribute to a unique and unsettling experience, making it both beautiful and eerie. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as a masterful blend of narrative depth and artistic execution, effectively drawing players into its mysterious world.

    • “I applaud the high level execution of the visuals, the wonderful acting, and the overall atmosphere.”
    • “[b] 'Immortality' is definitely a masterpiece of narration with a unique structure of blended stories, fantastically built characters, and a dark, immersive atmosphere.”
    • “Immortality got me scared quite a bit just by its unsettling atmosphere and uniqueness.”
    • “Like they were forced in there in order to elevate the game artistically without really contributing to the story or the atmosphere.”
    • “The music serves as an eerie backdrop while perusing the menus and various scenes, encouraging a mysterious atmosphere.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its blend of emotional highs and lows, transitioning from funny to scary in rapid succession. Players find the concept of immortality both amusing and profound, while the randomness of investigating objects adds an unpredictable comedic element. Overall, the humor is seen as a mix of excitement, mystery, and depth.

    • “The plot is an emotional rollercoaster that takes you from funny to scary in just a few seconds.”
    • “Immortality is exciting, terrifying, mysterious, funny, sexy, thoughtful, and deep.”
    • “It is funny that you can investigate objects, but it just feels so random.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game is noted for its engaging narrative and appealing aesthetics, but it suffers from significant bugs and glitches that can detract from the overall experience. While the visuals are generally well-received, the instability remains a persistent issue.

    • “Though at times still a bit buggy, the narrative and the overall backstory and lore are worth the effort.”
    • “And that's before mentioning that it is incredibly buggy.”
    • “The game offers some nice graphics and a superb aesthetic; however, there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviewers highlight the strong character development of Marissa, noting that her evolution is both engaging and well-acted, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “The variety of performance can be particularly seen in the character development of Marissa.”
    • “The acting is good, and character development is enjoyable.”
    • “The character development in this game feels shallow and uninspired.”
    • “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they lacked depth and complexity.”
    • “The characters don't evolve in meaningful ways, making it hard to connect with their journeys.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users warning that once completed, there is little incentive to play it again.

    • “But it has no replayability, though, be warned.”
    • “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
    • “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is centered around the player's journey from initial exposure through TV ads to achieving success in movies, highlighting a progression that reflects the character's rise to fame and financial gain.

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Critic Reviews

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Play time

12hMedian play time
13hAverage play time
10-18hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 8 analyzed playthroughs

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