IVRI

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IVRI is a single player action game. It was developed by The Pure Crusader and was released on March 14, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

IVRI immerses players in a gripping space adventure where they navigate an eerie, abandoned space station, meticulously piecing together the puzzle of the missing crew and uncovering the enigmatic secrets hidden within the ship's walls, delivering an enthralling narrative experience. Talented voice actors to bring the characters to life. The space station is vast, offering a multitude of ar…

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features good aesthetics and a compelling story that draws players in.
The sound design and voice acting enhance the atmosphere, making for an engaging experience.
It's a free game that offers a short but enjoyable exploration with straightforward puzzles.

The movement controls are janky and inconsistent, making navigation frustrating.
The game feels unfinished, with a disappointing ending and lack of clarity in the story.
There are no accessibility options, such as subtitles, and some features like the sanity bar and sprinting feel unnecessary.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The story is described as compelling yet short, with intriguing elements revealed through audio logs, but ultimately leaves some players feeling confused and disappointed, particularly regarding its coherence and ending. While it draws comparisons to other titles like "Soma," opinions vary on its overall quality, with some finding it enjoyable despite its flaws.
- “The aesthetics are good, the puzzles are straightforward, and the story is compelling.”
- “I would hazard a guess that the developer has played 'Soma' before in the way that the story develops and you begin to understand more of what happened to your character before waking up.”
- “Definitely check it out if you want to dive into a short story about a ship lost in space.”
- “The story is quite short.”
- “Sanity bar was entirely useless, you need to sprint a single time the entire game, the story is nonsense (I collected all 9 tapes and it still made absolutely no sense), and the ending was disappointing to say the least.”
- “The little bits of story told through the audio logs and Samson are interesting.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users finding them merely average ("meh"), while others appreciated the overall aesthetics and atmosphere of the game. The visuals contribute positively to the exploration experience, enhancing the compelling story and straightforward puzzles.
- “The aesthetics are good, the puzzles are straightforward, and the story is compelling.”
- “A cool exploration game with interesting aesthetics and decent puzzles.”
- “I quite enjoyed the atmosphere and the aesthetic of this one.”
- “The graphics are lackluster and fail to impress.”
- “The visuals are subpar and don't meet modern standards.”
- “Graphics are mediocre at best, leaving much to be desired.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay has been criticized for being monotonous and lacking excitement, with some users describing it as a walking simulator with minimal puzzles. Additionally, the repetitive music loop detracts from the overall experience.
- “The monster is a circle, the gameplay is boring, and the music is a super short loop.”
- “The gameplay is okay, more of a walking simulator with some puzzles.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its effective sound design and immersive elements, contributing to a spooky and engaging experience. Reviewers note the significant effort put into creating a captivating aesthetic that enhances overall immersion.
- “The sound design is great, building a spooky atmosphere.”
- “They each contributed significantly to the atmosphere and immersion of the game.”
- “I enjoyed the atmosphere and could tell that a lot of work went into it.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game features a well-received ambient soundtrack that complements the audio logs without overpowering them, although some players find the main music loop to be overly short and repetitive.
- “The ambient music is great and doesn't drown out the audio logs.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive at times, suggesting that it can detract from the overall experience.
- “The game can feel a bit grindy at times, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “Grinding is a necessary part of the experience, and it adds depth to character progression.”
- “While there are moments of grinding, the sense of achievement when leveling up is incredibly satisfying.”
- “The game can feel a bit grindy at times.”
- “Grinding becomes tedious and takes away from the overall enjoyment.”
- “I found myself stuck in a grind loop that felt never-ending.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting the comedic element of being guided by a character reminiscent of the Windows XP paperclip, which adds a nostalgic and amusing touch to the experience.
- “The fact that a star that reminds me of the Windows XP paperclip was guiding us through the game is hilarious.”