PSIONIC

About

"Psionic" is a survival horror 2D shooter set in a nightmarish psychiatric hospital, where you play as the lone surviving scientist. Your mission: escape the asylum and uncover the truth behind a catastrophic experiment while combatting mutated creatures. With pixel art graphics, chilling sound design, and a haunting soundtrack, this game provides a dark, immersive experience for players.

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Play Modes

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

43%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic old-school FPS vibe reminiscent of classics like Wolf 3D.
It offers a brief, albeit entertaining, experience for those looking for something light and pointless.
The atmosphere and music have been noted as effective in creating a certain mood.

The aiming mechanics are severely flawed, making the game nearly unplayable.
Content is extremely limited, with only three levels, three weapons, and two enemy types, leading to a very short playtime.
The game suffers from technical issues such as oversensitive mouse controls and a lack of settings, contributing to a frustrating experience.

story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game lacks a coherent story, offering no narrative context or explanation, and players are left with a brief experience that culminates in an abrupt return to the main menu. Despite its low price and short playtime, the absence of any storytelling elements leaves much to be desired.
- “Still, for $0.99 and 10-20 minutes of playtime (remember to save when you've got full health!) to get through to the ending (where a bright light appears and then you're magically returned to the main menu with no explanation), this game is weird and has no story.”
- “Unlike gold dust (which was broken), you can actually finish this one, but again, there's no story (not even a basic text at the beginning and the end that we usually get in this kind of game) and after about five minutes of gameplay, you'll just return to the title screen.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting that the songs are enjoyable and contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The music is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is beautifully composed and fits perfectly with the game's atmosphere.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as both entertaining and absurd, with players finding amusement in its ridiculous scenarios and dialogue. While some appreciate the comedic elements, others view the game as lacking depth, comparing it unfavorably to more robust titles like Dragon Age II. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, eliciting laughter despite the game's perceived shortcomings.
- “I don't mind it, for real; I won't be asking for a refund, and I was actually laughing my ass off at the antics that were going on. If you really need something to laugh at, you can take an incredible game like Dragon Age II and play explicitly the sarcastic dialogue choices.”
- “This game is an empty hollow shell, there are only three levels, it is hilariously cheap. The most common way to end up dead is being repeatedly shanked to death, you are the only person with a gun, the game is not hard to beat, you are the fastest unit in the game, and there seems to be an incredible presence of toilets throughout the game's maps.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The gameplay features straightforward first-person shooting mechanics with sprite-based enemies in small 2D levels, reminiscent of classic titles like Wolfenstein 3D. While it is functional and completable, it lacks a narrative and quickly becomes repetitive, leading players to return to the title screen after a short playtime.
- “Gameplay consists of simple single-plane FPS shooting against sprite-based enemies on small 2D levels, reminiscent of Wolfenstein 3D.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and allows for a satisfying experience, unlike other titles that may feel broken or incomplete.”
- “Gameplay consists of simple single-plane FPS shooting sprite-based enemies on small 2D levels, just like Wolfenstein 3D.”
- “Unlike Gold Dust (which was broken), you can actually finish this one, but again, there's no story (not even a basic text at the beginning and the end that we usually get in this kind of game), and after about five minutes of gameplay, you'll just return to the title screen.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategies in the game are criticized as cash grabs that detract from the visibility of genuine indie developers on platforms like Steam.
- “They're nothing but cash grabs, and they harm genuine indie developers by reducing their visibility on Steam.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant visuals and detailed environments, while others criticize the character models and occasional performance issues. Overall, the aesthetic appeal is noted, but technical execution varies.