LIRE

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LIRE is a single player survival survival game with a horror theme. It was developed by ZheroIsland and was released on March 24, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Reveal the story behind the haunted mansion while looking for Sebastian. LIRE is a survival horror video game inspired by old horror RPG maker games "IB" and "The Witch's House".

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

atmosphere4 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game has a captivating atmosphere and successfully delivers some genuine jump scares, making it enjoyable for horror fans.
The character design, particularly for Eve, is appealing and adds charm to the game, enhancing the overall experience.
The developer shows promise and dedication, with plans for future updates and improvements, which gives players hope for a more polished final product.

The game feels unfinished and unpolished, with minor bugs, spelling errors, and clunky mechanics that detract from the experience.
Pacing issues and a lack of challenge in puzzles can make gameplay feel frustrating and tedious, especially with the long stamina recharge times.
The current version is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and depth in the story and gameplay.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The story of Lire is a promising yet simple survival horror narrative centered around a girl searching for her cat in a creepy mansion. Players appreciate the atmospheric setting and the potential for deeper character development as the game progresses, expressing eagerness to see how the story unfolds. Overall, the initial premise and eerie elements have garnered positive anticipation for future developments.
- “I've enjoyed the story so far and look forward to seeing where it goes.”
- “Lire (pronounced liʁɛ) is a quite promising mild survival horror, ghost story game about a girl ready to break into a creepy mansion just to find her cat (the routine for cat owners, of course).”
- “The stage where the story takes place is atmospheric and scary, and the diary in the game is also terrifying.”
- “It's a simple story to start with, but the RPG Maker horror games I played started off with simple stories as well.”
- “Lire teases such moments and hopefully will feature them in the future, once the ideas, story, and characters get more fleshed out.”
- “Knowing that there is more of the game to come is great though, as I want to carry on to find out more about the story.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its spooky and intense qualities, reminiscent of classic RPG Maker horror games. The inclusion of a diary enhances the eerie ambiance, contributing to a sense of dread and immersion. Overall, players find the setting to be both atmospheric and engaging, with potential for even greater impact through additional ambient sounds.
- “The atmosphere is amazing, and the game can get intense in a matter of seconds.”
- “While it's made on a completely different engine, the game is able to capture the same fear-inducing atmosphere as RPG Maker horror games.”
- “The stage where the story takes place is atmospheric and scary, and the diary in the game is also terrifying.”
- “While it's made on a completely different engine, Lire is able to capture the same fear-inducing atmosphere as the RPG Maker horror games.”
- “With a few more ambient sounds in some places, the atmosphere could quickly become overwhelming and tense.”
- “I haven't gotten too far in it, but I love the atmosphere.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is noted for its interesting opportunities presented by various types of ghosts, enhancing exploration and evoking a Resident Evil vibe.
- “The different types of ghosts can make for some interesting gameplay opportunities when combined, and the exploration already captures some of that Resident Evil vibe.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics of the game are considered unpolished and clunky, with a surprising lack of cohesion given its use of Unreal Engine 4. The character design, particularly Eve's anime art style, feels out of place within the game's environments, leading to a disjointed visual experience.
- “The game is a bit unpolished and clunky; the visuals are surprisingly underwhelming considering it's running on Unreal Engine 4.”
- “Eve looks a bit out of place in the environments; her anime art style doesn't match well with the levels.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, while users reported some glitches, the developer's responsiveness to feedback and commitment to bug fixes ensure that the game remains playable and stable.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to progress.”
- “I experienced multiple bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
- “The stability issues are so severe that I often have to restart the game.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in the game is highlighted by beautiful designs, particularly for the character Eve and several ghost characters, contributing to an engaging visual experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail in character and game design, enhancing their overall enjoyment despite moments of fear.
- “The character design for Eve is absolutely beautiful, as well as a few of the ghost designs!”
- “The character design and game detail are also great, and though I have gotten scared a few times, I am really enjoying it!”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music is characterized as both creepy and fantastic, effectively enhancing the game's atmosphere.
- “The music is creepy, but still fantastic.”