In Passing
- October 24, 2019
- CelleC Games
- 1h median play time
Get on SteamA first-person 3D platforming experience through a broken mind turned against you.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful visuals and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- It offers a deep and meaningful story that resonates with players, particularly those dealing with themes of depression and loneliness.
- The platforming mechanics are challenging yet satisfying, providing a rewarding experience for players who enjoy skill-based gameplay.
- The controls can feel janky and unresponsive, making precise jumps frustrating and difficult.
- There are no graphics options available, leading to performance issues and low frame rates on some systems.
- The story is conveyed through distracting on-screen text that can interfere with gameplay, making it hard to focus on both the narrative and the platforming.
- story50 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as engaging and well-executed, with a mix of emotional depth and artistic presentation, though some players find it cliché or confusing. While the storytelling method—primarily through floating text—can be distracting during challenging platforming sections, options like "wing mode" allow players to focus on the narrative without the gameplay hindrance. Overall, opinions vary, with some praising the story's impact and others critiquing its execution and pacing.
“The story is touching and the artistic style is interesting enough to hold your gaze.”
“Tight controls, good music, and if you give into the atmosphere, the story will leave you in tears.”
“A dark story with a splendid ending that makes you want to continue, no matter the struggle that the platforming may be giving you.”
“The story is also confusing and quite annoying at times.”
“But on top of that, the story goes nowhere.”
“Speaking of the story, it's vague and it drags on too long.”
- graphics27 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and minimalistic style, contributing positively to the overall aesthetic and atmosphere. However, many users express frustration over the lack of graphical options, which limits customization and can lead to performance issues. While the visuals are initially impressive, some players find them less engaging over time, particularly when hindered by control and gameplay mechanics.
“Beautiful graphics you can't allow yourself to be distracted by and a story you can't break concentration to read unless you turn off the parkour elements.”
“This platformer has beautiful visuals, intuitive and skillful controls, and a thematic soundtrack that makes the gameplay experience quite enjoyable.”
“Game is about 2 hours long, is challenging at parts, has very nice graphics and awesome music that sets the tone very well.”
“No graphics options and some jumps are impossible; physics in the game bounce me off randomly.”
“The biggest complaint I have is the lack of graphical settings.”
“It launches SteamVR, the frame rate is poor for a game with basic environments, and there are barely any options to adjust the graphics, and the controls are weak.”
- music23 mentions
- 87 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers noting that it effectively sets the mood for each level. While some mention that the soundtrack can become repetitive, the majority agree that it is a standout feature that deeply enriches the gameplay experience. Overall, the combination of beautiful original scores and thematic compositions contributes significantly to the game's emotional impact and enjoyment.
“Right away, you’re immersed in fantastic music that really sets the mood for every level; really well done.”
“Game is about 2 hours long, is challenging at parts, has very nice graphics and awesome music that sets the tone very well.”
“With the fluidity of the gameplay backed by the beautiful OST and thoughtful narrative, I would happily recommend this game to anybody.”
“The music, while it can get boring and repetitive, is pretty good.”
“In passing, it tells a story through first-person platforming, spooky environments, and somber music.”
- gameplay23 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the fun and fluid mechanics, particularly in platforming, while others criticize the clunky controls and performance issues that hinder the experience. The inclusion of a "wing" mechanic has been appreciated as a way to navigate challenging sections, but many feel that the overall design lacks refinement. Despite these drawbacks, the visuals and soundtrack have been praised, suggesting that the game has potential if the gameplay can be improved.
“The gameplay was awesome and I had so much fun for 5 hours because of it.”
“With the fluidity of the gameplay backed by the beautiful OST and thoughtful narrative, I would happily recommend this game to anybody.”
“This platformer has beautiful visuals, intuitive and skillful controls, and a thematic OST that makes the gameplay experience quite enjoyable.”
“The level designs and visuals are nothing to sniff at either; however, they can’t be fully appreciated due to the struggles of poor control layout and lack of proper explanation, in addition to the unrefinement of overall game mechanics.”
“But poor, repetitive, slow mechanics pushed me to put this game down after the second level.”
“The unsure movement and jump mechanic in particular got me annoyed quite a lot.”
- atmosphere11 mentions
- 82 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its compelling blend of somber, macabre elements and immersive storytelling, enhanced by quality graphics and evocative music. While some players note issues with movement controls, the overall ambiance effectively captivates and engages, creating a deeply emotional experience that resonates with both fans of atmospheric narratives and intense gameplay.
“In passing, it combines somber, atmospheric, macabre supernatural pathos with focus-intensive, demanding, hardcore parkour.”
“Tight controls, good music, and if you give into the atmosphere, the story will leave you in tears.”
“As soon as I started the introduction, I could tell this would be an amazing game - quality graphics, backstory, and atmospheric experiences.”
“And I don't mean it just in reference to the atmosphere, which is nearly permanently grim and creepy.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players have expressed strong emotional responses to the game, with many admitting to crying during and after their experience. The narrative is praised for its touching and tactful handling of sensitive topics, avoiding clichés and delivering a wholesome message that resonates deeply. Overall, the game successfully evokes a profound emotional connection, leaving a lasting impact on its audience.
“I did not expect to feel emotional by the end of the game.”
“I really appreciate how you guys handled the topics presented here - it could have come across as really saccharine, edgy, and/or shallow, but it was quite touching and handled with a tactful gentleness that I've not seen very often in a video game.”
“The story is touching and the artistic style is interesting enough to hold your gaze.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues that hinder gameplay and performance, detracting from the overall experience. While it shows potential as a narrative-based title, it requires considerable polish and improvements to fully engage players.
“Sure, it needs some polish in some places, and some parts are in desperate need of optimization, but overall it's a pretty solid game.”
“Overall, just not very optimized.”
“It needs some polish in some places, and some parts are in desperate need of optimization.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a high level of stability, with no significant technical issues or glitches encountered during gameplay.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that certain tedious grinding elements in the game detract from their overall enjoyment, interrupting the flow of gameplay.
“However, there are some tedious things that tend to happen throughout the game that put a halt to my enjoyment of it fully.”
“The grinding feels endless and often detracts from the overall experience.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which makes the game feel more like a chore than fun.”
