Paragnosia

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Paragnosia is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Sine Coda and was released on October 24, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

They've haunted you for too long. Tonight they want to strike, but you're no longer helpless. You have the tools to banish them for good. Expect them to manifest as anomalies in every inch of your apartment to escape your vigilance. FIND ANOMALIESYou'll have to be very vigilant to make it through the night. Move your camera along the track, rotate it at 360°, spot and take pictures of anomalies …

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Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

Innovative and fresh take on the anomaly genre with a unique rail-mounted camera system that enhances gameplay.
Anomalies provide a mix of terrifying and hilarious moments, keeping the experience engaging and fun.
Good replayability with a satisfying gameplay loop and a variety of anomalies to discover.

The first loop can contain anomalies, making it difficult for players to learn the layout and increasing the challenge unnecessarily.
Some players found the game a bit short and expressed a desire for more maps and content.
Occasional issues with RNG can lead to frustrating moments when trying to achieve all anomalies.

gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a satisfying loop that effectively combines simple mechanics with strong graphics, music, and sound design, enhancing the eerie atmosphere. Players appreciate the innovative game concept that integrates observation duty elements, making for an engaging experience.
- “The simple gameplay, graphics, music, and sound design are really good, enhancing the eerie ambiance and bringing every detail to life.”
- “Great game idea combined with observation duty gameplay.”
- “Satisfying gameplay loop.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a blend of tension and exploration, creating an intense and immersive experience for players.
- “The game combines tension with exploration, making each moment feel intense and atmospheric.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create an immersive atmosphere that pulls you into the world.”
- “Every corner of the environment is filled with detail, enhancing the overall mood and making the experience unforgettable.”
humor
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The humor in the game is characterized by a unique blend of terrifying and hilarious moments, creating a contrasting experience that keeps players engaged and entertained.
- “The anomalies are sometimes absolutely terrifying and at other times downright hilarious.”
- “The anomalies are sometimes super terrifying and at other times downright hilarious.”
replayability
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Players appreciate the game's good replayability, particularly for the opportunity to discover all the anomalies. There is also hope for future updates that could introduce new maps, enhancing long-term replay value.
- “The game has great replayability to discover all the anomalies.”
- “Hopefully, the game introduces new maps in the future to keep it replayable long-term.”
- “Hopefully the game introduces new maps in the future to keep it replayable long term.”
music
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The music and sound design in the game are highly praised for their ability to create a tense and immersive atmosphere, effectively enhancing the eerie ambiance and complementing the gameplay and graphics. The diverse range of musical elements contributes significantly to the overall experience, making it both engaging and atmospheric.
- “The concept is simple and yet so efficient; the variety of the anomalies is incredibly diverse, and the music and sound design really help to create a tense atmosphere throughout.”
- “The simple gameplay, graphics, music, and sound design are really good, enhancing the eerie ambiance and bringing every detail to life.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their ability to enhance the eerie ambiance of the game, effectively bringing details to life and contributing to a thrilling blend of mystery and suspense. Overall, the visuals, along with the sound design, significantly elevate the gaming experience.
- “With clever puzzles, eerie visuals, and constant surprises, it’s a thrilling blend of mystery and suspense.”
- “The simple gameplay, graphics, music, and sound design are really good, enhancing the eerie ambiance and bringing every detail to life.”
story
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The story aspect of the game is perceived negatively, with users expressing frustration over its direction, particularly when it veers into confusing or nonsensical territory, reminiscent of the "backrooms" concept.