Para Eyes
- October 25, 2022
- Shawno Studios
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Para Eyes" is a first-person puzzle-adventure game where you play as a paranormal investigator with the ability to see beyond the physical world. Explore various environments, uncover hidden secrets, and solve challenging puzzles using your para-sensory abilities to reveal the truth behind each case. Immerse yourself in a gripping supernatural narrative and discover the powers that lie within your "Para Eyes."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging spot-the-difference experience with a variety of difficulty levels and maps, enhancing replayability.
- The simplified reporting system allows players to easily click on anomalies, making the gameplay more accessible and enjoyable.
- The atmosphere and jump scares are well-executed, providing a spooky experience that keeps players on their toes.
- The sanity mechanic can be frustrating, as players lose sanity even for anomalies they haven't seen yet, which can feel illogical.
- Some players find the higher difficulty levels to be excessively challenging, requiring rapid clicks that can detract from the enjoyment.
- There are concerns about the game's performance on certain systems, with reports of high resource usage and potential overheating issues.
- gameplay15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique sanity mechanic that drains over time, even when anomalies are not directly observed, creating a sense of tension and urgency. While the anomaly reporting system is user-friendly and the game offers replayability through themed anomaly packs, some players find the sanity loss frustrating, especially when it leads to early failure without a chance to recover. Overall, the game is praised for its streamlined mechanics and depth, appealing to fans of the observation duty genre.
“I love this observation duty style game the most because of how user-friendly it is - the anomaly reporting mechanic is very easy to use, simply clicking on the anomaly.”
“Love this game! If you enjoyed Observation Duty, then this is a great variation with some cool new mechanics that keep the game from getting boring over time.”
“But, there are 2 distinct differences, one that streamlines the gameplay and the other adding much more depth to gameplay.”
“The logic of that mechanic would be that you/the character feels almost gaslit.”
“This is only a talking point and an issue because if something disappears or moves off-camera as the first to fifth anomaly (before you even get a sense of where things are) and you can't find it, or you just can't keep track of items in general, the entire run is just over and doomed before it begins due to the timed tick of sanity drain from those anomalies, and you never get sanity back.”
“Perhaps my one and only gripe is the sanity mechanic.”
- replayability9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game boasts high replayability due to its engaging mechanics, including unlockable themed anomalies, tiered difficulty levels, and a sanity system that enhances gameplay. Players appreciate the variety and progression offered, even in its early access state, and look forward to future content that promises to further enrich the experience.
“Either way, it's a really enjoyable and satisfying game and much more replayable than I expected it to be.”
“Oh, almost forgot to mention that you can buy (unlock) themed anomalies with in-game currency that you get for completing levels; yet another plus for replayability.”
“The structure of the game allows for way more replayability and progression, and it's only in the early stages of early access right now.”
“While there's only 2 right now, there are anomaly packs which add themed sets of extra anomalies, some of which add new gameplay elements!”
“Para eyes lets you see the anomalies you fix, and as you progress through the game you get to add more anomaly types, giving it even more replayability.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its spookiness and immersive quality, particularly highlighted by the beautifully designed graphics and eerie settings, such as the campground map. Players appreciate the engaging elements like the intruders and anomaly packs, which enhance the overall experience and set it apart from similar titles. The ease of interacting with the game, such as reporting anomalies with a single click, further contributes to its captivating atmosphere.
“Perfectly atmospheric and spooky, this definitely tops my list of games similar to 'I'm on Observation Duty.' I loved everything that set it apart from other 'spot the difference' horror, particularly the anomaly packs and the ability to toggle them on and off, as well as the ease of reporting anomalies with a single click.”
“I really enjoyed the atmosphere with the maps and the various creatures. I really hope they add more things to purchase for anomaly packs and that they can add another map.”
“The graphics are beautiful and the atmosphere, especially on the campground map, is immensely creepy.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their beauty and atmospheric depth, particularly on the campground map, which enhances the game's creepiness. However, players note a lack of options to adjust graphics settings, which may limit customization for some users.
“The artwork is beautiful.”
“The graphics are beautiful and the atmosphere, especially on the campground map, is immensely creepy.”
“There unfortunately aren't any options to alter some graphics settings.”
“Even AAA games don't impact my graphics card like that.”
“If that helps you to look into the graphics card temperature issue.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of absurdity and lightheartedness, often emerging from interactions with friends and playful debates over anomaly types. While it includes some jump scares, many players find these moments more amusing than frightening, contributing to a simple and fun experience.
“Simple, fun, and filled with some jump scares (though some of them are more funny than anything).”
“The humor of playing with friends and arguing over anomaly types adds a unique twist to the experience.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game significantly enhance the overall experience, adding tension and pressure as players search for anomalies. The varying difficulties and background music contribute to a well-rounded and immersive atmosphere, making the game highly enjoyable.
“I've been watching some streamers play this game and just started playing myself. I cannot fault this game at all; all the thrills and the music and sound effects really add pressure as you lose your sanity scanning different rooms for the anomalies!”
“The different difficulties and background music make this game perfect!”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
“I found the soundtrack to be underwhelming and not fitting for the game's atmosphere.”
“The sound effects are often too loud and drown out the music, which is frustrating during gameplay.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's monetization model is well-received, as it features no microtransactions requiring real money, relying instead on in-game currency earned through gameplay. Reviewers appreciate that it doesn't feel exploitative, highlighting the developer's commitment to creating a quality experience rather than a "cash grab."
“There are no microtransactions that require any funds from your Steam wallet; the game's currency is based on the anomalies you've reported (and completed the round, but you don't keep them when you lose).”
“The monetization model is refreshing, as it focuses on gameplay achievements rather than pushing players to spend real money.”
“I appreciate that the game allows you to earn everything through play, making it feel fair and rewarding without the pressure of microtransactions.”
“The monetization model is frustratingly restrictive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“It feels like the game is designed to push players towards purchasing in-game currency, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The constant prompts to buy additional content disrupt the flow of gameplay and make it feel more like a chore than fun.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game rewarding, as it offers unlockable content that enhances the experience and adds depth to the gameplay. The progression through levels and the introduction of new challenges contribute to a fulfilling and wholesome gaming journey.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its high level of optimization, resulting in a smooth and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The game is fun, highly optimized, and feels very smooth to play.”
