Insight

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Insight is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Gravel Road and was released on October 21, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

About Game: Insight is a single-player horror game shrouded in mystery. You'll take control of different characters to solve crimes and unveil the dark secrets behind them. Story: When neighbors heard gunshots and called the police, officers arrived at the scene to find two bodies in the house. Almost certain it was a murder, they called in the detective. Facing a missing person and two m…

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story14 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and engaging storyline with multiple endings that encourage replayability.
The sound design and atmosphere create a tense experience, enhancing the horror elements without relying on jump scares.
The pixel art and overall presentation are praised, making it visually appealing for an indie title.

The game is plagued by bugs that can disrupt gameplay and require restarts.
Dialogue pacing is inconsistent, with some text moving too quickly to read comfortably.
The gameplay can feel limited and repetitive, with some players finding it boring after the initial demo.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its dark and engaging narrative, unique approach, and satisfying mystery elements, while others find it mediocre and desire more depth and resolution. Many appreciate the ability to skip chapters, though unskippable dialogues can disrupt the flow. Overall, the story is described as intriguing and immersive, despite some players feeling it could benefit from additional content and clearer conclusions.
- “The story is super dark, but I was interested in discovering it from start to finish.”
- “Great game, I absolutely enjoyed the story and the mystery.”
- “Not a lot of jump scares if you're looking for that, but very intense and a good story that has you locked in; not a single point felt like it was dry.”
- “Not only is the story relatively mediocre, but holy hell this entire game is filled with different bugs that require a restart each time.”
- “I liked the direction, multiple endings and how the stories all come together, although I would have liked a little more of the detective's storyline and maybe more for them to solve to work out where to go next.”
- “I liked how I solved the mystery of the crime when I was trying to solve it, but the final ending was not what I was expecting. I do like the game, but that final ending I did not like. Plus, I think this game can have more story; there is so much stuff unsolved in that game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs that hinder gameplay and unclear objectives, particularly in scenarios like being unable to escape a location after making a choice.
- “The game is very buggy; it's not clear what to do, and you also can't escape the toilet if you choose the right path.”
- “The stability issues make it frustrating to progress, as frequent crashes disrupt the gameplay experience.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that hindered my ability to enjoy the game, making it feel unfinished.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its effective sound design and crisp graphics, creating an ominous and immersive experience that significantly enhances gameplay.
- “The sound design and atmosphere is what made this game for me, I think.”
- “The graphics are crisp and the atmosphere feels ominous.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for more control over gameplay mechanics, particularly the ability to disable the blink mechanic and the woozy mode, which some find disorienting. Additionally, the game encourages replayability by requiring players to revisit previous levels to utilize clues for unlocking new content.
- “While the first is available after the initial gameplay, the other two need you to return for another run and use the clues you discovered in the previous game.”
- “I would love an option to turn off the blink mechanic. When Carl goes into woozy mode, it really took me out of the experience as I found these elements didn't add much to the game and made me feel unwell.”
- “While the first option is available after the initial gameplay, the other two require you to return for another run and use the clues you discovered in the previous game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that certain mechanics, like the blink effect and "woozy mode," detract from the emotional experience of the game, causing discomfort rather than enhancing immersion. Many wish for options to disable these features to better engage with the narrative without physical discomfort.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are noted for their crisp quality, effectively contributing to an ominous atmosphere that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The graphics are crisp and the atmosphere feels ominous.”