It Reaches

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It Reaches is a single player survival action adventure game with horror, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by Emberflight Games and was released on May 17, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

It Reaches is a first person horror game, captured through the lens of a police officer’s body cam. Trapped inside the facilities of an abandoned hospital, find a way to escape the horrors lurking underground. Uncover a dark mystery left behind and don't get caught! They will reach for you…

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88%Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and creepy vibe with effective and extreme jump scares that keep players on edge.
Well-balanced gameplay combining survival horror elements with shooting mechanics, puzzles, and running/hiding segments.
Impressive graphics, sound design, and voice acting, running smoothly with good optimization even on high settings.

The game is relatively short and linear with limited replayability and an abrupt or unsatisfying cliffhanger ending.
Some mechanics and chase sequences can feel repetitive or slightly janky, with occasional bugs affecting pickups and scripted events.
Health regeneration and some stealth mechanics can be exploited, reducing the survival horror tension expected in the genre.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay combines solid shooting mechanics with a mix of running, hiding, and puzzle-solving, offering engaging variety despite some puzzles being too easy and certain mechanics feeling exploitable. Health regeneration and resource management add strategic depth, while the overall experience is smooth, atmospheric, and rewarding, making it a well-paced, short survival horror game.
- “This game has been the best bodycam horror game that I have ever played; the story was just great, the mechanics were pretty good, and the puzzles were amazingly designed.”
- “I love how in the demo it had different events and mechanics, with things playing out differently to keep people from progressing quickly through the main game.”
- “The gameplay feels very smooth and the gunplay is very rewarding and powerful.”
- “Some mechanics (like getting the generators to work) are a bit janky to figure out at first, but when you understand the controls, it works well and the idea is cool.”
- “The puzzles are a bit too easy, which could be a choice to keep the gameplay flow consistent, but the answers are pretty much in your face or not hard to find at all, lacking the satisfaction of solving a puzzle like in other survival horror titles.”
- “There is no healing items; you automatically recover health, and I felt I got to a point where I abused the health regen mechanic as I could take some health damage, then instantly kill an enemy to save bullets and regenerate to full again.”
story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally engaging with a solid blend of psychological and body horror elements, offering a compelling, if somewhat uneven, narrative experience. While not groundbreaking, it effectively supports the survival horror gameplay and is appreciated for its atmosphere, jump scares, and emotional depth, making it a solid choice for fans of story-driven indie horror games.
- “This game has been the best bodycam horror game that I have ever played; the story was just great, the mechanics were pretty good, and the puzzles were amazingly designed.”
- “The story is good, nothing super groundbreaking, but enough to keep me interested, with a lot of psychological horror like Silent Hill.”
- “For the price and how long the story is, it's just amazing.”
- “The overall lore and story is a bit ramshackle though, I think.”
- “Not much into the story, a police officer checking a disturbance in an abandoned hospital turned into a nightmare, then getting flashbacks of your son and past life... eh.”
- “Story is okay, nothing too special.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for being good to amazing, with some users highlighting a unique art style and strong visual impact that enhances the horror experience. While a few found them decent but not exceptional, overall the visuals complement the game's compelling story and atmosphere well.
- “Damn this game was amazing, with amazing graphics and very good sound effects. The jumpscares in this survival horror game are extreme and highly recommended!”
- “The graphics look good and the story is compelling enough.”
- “Great graphics, voice acting, and story.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a strong and immersive horror atmosphere, enhanced by its visuals and smooth performance at high settings. It's best experienced in the dark for maximum effect, contributing to a spooky and engaging environment. Overall, players highly recommend it for fans of the genre despite minor technical issues.
- “The atmosphere and gameplay are great; I would definitely recommend it if you are a fan of horror games.”
- “Great game, spooky atmosphere, plays great 90-100fps with a RTX 4090, 4K max settings, 2-3 hours to finish. I really have no complaints, except it did crash a few times.”
- “The atmosphere is great.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game generally runs smoothly with good audio, but occasional performance dips and freezes—particularly when using performance FSR—have caused some users to pause playing until optimization improves.
- “It runs smoothly and the audio is great!”
- “I’ve decided to stop playing the game until performance is polished more.”
- “Performance dips occasionally and it froze one time when I set it on performance FSR.”
- “I've decided to stop playing the game until performance is polished more.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users generally find the game lacking in replayability, suggesting that additional content or features could enhance the desire to play again.
- “Not much in the way of replayability.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is subtle and charming, with small animated details—like a dog playing with toys—adding a lighthearted and amusing touch.