REC: Beyond The Lens

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REC: Beyond The Lens is a single player simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Samuka Gomes and was released on July 3, 2023. It received neutral reviews from players.

Rec: Beyond The Lens is a first-person horror game that tells the story of an unresolved past, with realistic graphics. Explore an unknown location, investigating dark secrets while using a body camera to document every step

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game effectively captures a disorienting atmosphere reminiscent of a horror experience, enhancing the sense of fear.
For its price and length, the game offers a fun and frightening experience, making it a worthwhile short play.
The limited vision and body cam style contribute to a unique gameplay experience that some players found engaging.

The game suffers from severe visibility issues, making it difficult to navigate and understand the environment.
Many players experienced technical problems, including crashes and graphics glitches that detracted from the overall experience.
The story feels underdeveloped and lacks originality, leaving players unsatisfied with the narrative progression.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users noting significant glitches that affected textures and visibility, making gameplay unenjoyable. While the overall quality of the graphics was considered good, issues like slow walking speed and language inconsistencies detracted from the experience.
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
- “The character models are incredibly well-designed, showcasing a high level of detail and realism.”
- “The lighting effects are impressive, adding depth and atmosphere to every scene.”
- “Graphics glitches ruined the textures, and I found myself walking through doors. The walking speed is frustratingly slow, and a lot of the in-game text is in Spanish despite me selecting English.”
- “The graphics are plagued with glitches that distort textures, making the experience frustrating.”
- “I encountered numerous graphical issues that detracted from the overall immersion of the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, including graphics glitches that affect textures, frustratingly slow walking speed, and incorrect language settings where in-game text appears in Spanish despite English being selected.
- “Graphics glitches messed up textures, I'm walking through a door, walking speed is ridiculously slow, and a lot of the in-game text is in Spanish despite me selecting English.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
- “I encountered multiple bugs that caused the game to freeze, forcing me to restart.”
story
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The story is criticized for being unoriginal and lacking depth, offering a familiar narrative without any fresh elements to engage players.
- “It leaves a lot to be desired while attempting to tell a story we've all heard before with nothing new to make it worthwhile.”
- “The plot twists are predictable, and the character development feels rushed and shallow.”
- “I found the narrative to be disjointed, making it hard to connect with the characters or care about their journey.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive horror elements, effectively creating a tense and engaging experience. However, some players have reported technical issues, such as crashes that disrupt the gameplay.
- “The atmosphere is unparalleled in this game.”
- “This game truly captures the essence of a horror atmosphere.”
- “This game really brought the atmosphere of a horror game, but it kept crashing for me at a certain point; the screen turns white and then I don't know what to do.”