Mind The Abyss

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Mind The Abyss is a single player action game. It was developed by Mind The Abyss Studios and was released on May 13, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

What is Mind the Abyss? The pulse of an alien planet shifts the land itself, and the only ones who can put it back together are the scientists at the center and an underprepared Employee 465 who must use the planet’s hidden powers to survive. Uncover the mystery and plunge into the Abyss to harness the power that lies within. Mind the Abyss is a fast-paced first-person movement shooter combining…

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features smooth and enjoyable movement mechanics, making it fun to play.
The visuals are appealing and showcase a lot of effort from the developers.
It's free to play and offers a unique weapon cycling mechanic that adds depth to the gameplay.

The game suffers from optimization issues, leading to performance problems on various systems.
The boss fights can be frustrating and lack variety, making them feel repetitive.
The game is currently unfinished and lacks direction, with many players feeling it needs significant polish and updates.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The graphics of the game are described as low-quality, low-poly, and stylized, which may deter some gamers, yet many find them visually appealing and reminiscent of titles like "Ultrakill." While the visuals are generally considered cool and enjoyable, there are concerns about optimization, as some players experience performance issues even on capable hardware. Overall, the graphics have potential, contributing positively to the game's fast-paced gameplay and combat experience.
- “Really cool graphics, similar to Ultra Kill in many ways. I just didn't think the movements were really all that great, but it was really something cool to see. Very nice.”
- “The graphics were cool, and the enemies were fun to fight.”
- “So much potential for this game; there's already really great movement and gunplay, as well as art and visuals.”
- “In terms of visuals, this features fairly low quality low poly 'stylized' 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
- “On top of that, the game is so poorly optimized that it somehow makes my Steam Deck lag when I can run much more graphically intensive games with no issue at high quality.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The gameplay is praised for its enjoyable mechanics, particularly the innovative weapon swap system that encourages strategic play and prevents overheating. Movement is smooth and simple, yet offers depth for mastery, while the shooting mechanics are responsive and satisfying. However, some users noted that the demo feels somewhat incomplete and suggested improvements, such as adjusting the default sensitivity for a better experience.
- “I'm still a really big fan of the weapon swap mechanic that forces you to switch things up to keep dishing out good damage with the main weapons.”
- “The movement mechanics are all very fun and the gunplay is super responsive.”
- “Very smooth and simple movement mechanics, yet has such a high potential for mastery.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of direction, with large maps that can lead to players getting lost and feeling frustrated by poorly designed missions. While the combat mechanics are noted to be smooth, the overall narrative experience is deemed unsatisfactory, with graphics that do not meet expectations.
- “The maps are too large; you could get stuck and have to spend countless time finding a route. There is no navigation, and the missions indicated are of junk level. The combat part is surprisingly smooth, though; all the movements like the slide or shift do their job. The graphics are what you would expect from an idle developer.”
- “The story is poorly developed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character motivations are unclear, and the plot twists feel forced and unoriginal.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game shows potential but suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to performance problems even on capable hardware like the Steam Deck, which can handle more graphically demanding titles without lag. Further optimization and streamlining are necessary for an improved experience.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game, as it runs seamlessly and enhances the overall experience.”
- “This game definitely has some potential, but it really needs to be optimized and streamlined a bit more.”
- “On top of that, the game is so poorly optimized that it somehow makes my Steam Deck lag, even though I can run much more graphically intensive games with no issue at high quality.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, with some players noting that it fails to leave a lasting impression. It does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, as it is easily forgettable amidst other elements.
- “The music is unremarkable; if there even was any, I forgot.”