iREC
- January 16, 2017
- Labory
Get on SteamA narcotics police officer invades a logistics company, suspected of drug trafficking. Looking for evidence, he discovers an even greater secret, and his mission now and leave the place alive. iREC presents moments of tension, with an incredible atmosphere of terror.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has decent visuals and optimization, maintaining solid performance on high settings.
- Some puzzles are clever and can provide a challenge once players understand them.
- It can be entertaining for a short playtime, especially if purchased at a low price.
- The game is poorly made, with numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay.
- Many puzzles are cryptic and frustrating, leading to players getting stuck without clear guidance.
- The inclusion of irrelevant and offensive content detracts from the overall experience and makes it hard to take seriously.
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; some players find them poor and buggy, particularly on Linux, while others appreciate the decent visuals and optimization on higher-end systems, maintaining solid frame rates. Overall, the graphics and lighting contribute to a realistic atmosphere, though they are not particularly impressive.
“Irec actually does have decent visuals and optimization.”
“Running on my i7 6700k/gtx 1080 rig, I maintained a solid 130-144 fps at all times in 1080p resolution, with graphic settings on high.”
“Played on Linux using Proton, the graphics are a bit poor. Sound was okay, gameplay was okay-ish, and some puzzles were hard to figure out. It's more of a room escape game but not limited to one room.”
“The graphics and lighting are nothing to jump up and down about, but they do help set up a realistic tone and atmosphere for the 40-60 minute duration of this title.”
“I didn't find the graphics impressive; they felt outdated and lacked detail, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth, featuring minimal narrative content such as a few irrelevant emails and only two unsatisfying endings. Players express disappointment in the execution of what could have been an intriguing concept, wishing for a more developed storyline to enhance the overall experience.
“Some of the puzzles could have been made better; it had a great layout, but the use of rooms and items was disappointing. I wish there was a bit more of a storyline. It had a cool idea; it just wasn't executed well.”
“Though in reality, that's as much as the developer of this title gives in the way of story; only a handful of emails, none relevant to any sort of plot, are found within the actual game.”
“There's really no plot at all, and the game has only two short, disappointing endings to boot.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report a smooth and issue-free gameplay experience, indicating overall satisfaction with the mechanics and performance of the game.
“No issues with gameplay.”
“If you want to check out my gameplay, feel free.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the humor in the game is poorly executed, with many finding it inappropriate and lacking coherence. The attempt at humor fails to resonate, leaving players feeling that it trivializes serious themes rather than providing genuine comedic relief.
“Nothing makes sense, and not in the funny way.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users generally find that Irec features good visuals and satisfactory optimization, indicating a well-balanced performance.
“Irec actually has decent visuals and optimization.”
“The game's optimization allows for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, making the game run efficiently.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics and lighting may not be exceptional, but they effectively contribute to a realistic tone and atmosphere that enhances the overall experience of the game, lasting 40-60 minutes.
“The graphics and lighting may not be groundbreaking, but they effectively create a realistic tone and atmosphere that enhances the 40-60 minute experience of this title.”
“The graphics and lighting are nothing to jump up and down about, but they do help set up a realistic tone and atmosphere for the 40-60 minute duration of this title.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with many players experiencing frustrating glitches and bugs that can cause them to become stuck early on or even permanently.
“A large portion of the players who have tried this title find themselves stuck within the first few minutes, while others become permanently trapped due to glitches and bugs.”
“The game is riddled with stability issues, causing frequent crashes and making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced multiple game-breaking bugs that forced me to restart my progress, which severely impacted my enjoyment.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music aspect received criticism for its absence, with players noting that the only audio present was the sound of the character's movements, leading to a lack of immersive musical experience.
“There was no music for the portion I played, just the noise of the character trudging through the office as loudly as he could.”
“The soundtrack is completely forgettable and adds nothing to the experience.”
“I expected a dynamic score, but instead, it felt like silence with occasional sound effects.”
