Paragnosia

About

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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

music2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience with its innovative camera-on-rails mechanic, enhancing the anomaly-hunting gameplay.
The variety of anomalies and the clever puzzles keep the gameplay fresh and engaging, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
Excellent sound design and atmospheric visuals contribute to a tense and thrilling horror experience, making it a must-play for horror enthusiasts.

Some players found the bright-colored ghosts to be immersion-breaking and too easy to spot, detracting from the overall horror experience.
The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more content and additional maps to explore.
Limited keybind options and the inability to remap controls may frustrate some players, impacting the overall user experience.

music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound design in the game are highly praised for their ability to create a tense and eerie atmosphere, effectively enhancing the overall experience. The diverse range of musical elements complements the gameplay and graphics, contributing to a vivid and immersive environment.
- “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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their eerie visuals that enhance the game's atmosphere, effectively complementing the clever puzzles and suspenseful gameplay. The overall design, including music and sound, contributes significantly to creating an immersive 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.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its simplicity and effectiveness, complemented by impressive graphics, music, and sound design that enhance the eerie atmosphere. The combination of a strong game concept with observation-based mechanics contributes to 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.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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Players express a desire for new maps to enhance the game's long-term replayability, indicating that the current content may not be sufficient to sustain ongoing interest.
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
- “The dynamic events and challenges ensure that no two sessions are ever the same.”
- “Hopefully the game introduces new maps in the future to keep it replayable long term.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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 location is meticulously crafted, enhancing the overall mood and making you feel like you're part of a living, breathing environment.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, with characters that are one-dimensional.”
- “The pacing of the story is off, leading to moments that drag on without any real payoff.”