Reminiscence

84%
Game Brain Score Based on 847 reviews
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You've only precious moments before time collapses onto itself to save your family. Warp, jump and rewind through time and space - and pray that whatever lives between it doesn't notice you.

  • PC
  • Windows
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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 847 reviews
story93 positive mentions
stability17 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique time travel mechanic that adds an interesting twist to the gameplay.
  • The atmosphere is well-crafted, with effective jump scares that genuinely catch players off guard.
  • It's a free game that offers a surprisingly engaging story and decent graphics for its length.
  • The game is very short, taking only about 30 minutes to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
  • There are several bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with lighting and object interactions.
  • The ending is abrupt and leaves many questions unanswered, which can be frustrating for players seeking closure.
  • story199 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its intriguing concepts and psychological horror elements, while others found it underdeveloped or confusing. Some reviews highlight the potential for a deeper narrative, especially with its time travel mechanics, but many felt the execution fell short, leaving plot threads unresolved. Overall, the story is seen as a decent foundation that could benefit from further expansion and clarity.

    • “A beautiful game made with love and passion, featuring a decent story, multiple amazing elements, and a solid overall experience.”
    • “I really loved this game, it tells a great story and it made me feel scared and sad at the same time.”
    • “The story is there, that is to be pieced together by little puzzles.”
    • “Utterly boring -- this should have been a great story.”
    • “Some lame jump scares and a little bit of an eerie atmosphere, but as far as the story goes, it was very underdeveloped and lacks a lot of answers.”
    • “The story is pretty bad and is super generic to justify a genuinely interesting mechanic.”
  • gameplay65 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a unique time manipulation mechanic that many players found engaging and innovative, though its potential was often seen as underutilized. While the mechanics and sound design contributed to a creepy atmosphere, the overall experience was marred by simplicity, short length, and a lack of depth in puzzles and story. Some players enjoyed the horror elements and jump scares, but others criticized the gameplay for being repetitive and lacking challenge.

    • “It's really nicely done, feels good, and fits naturally into the gameplay.”
    • “I absolutely loved the game mechanics; I have never seen anything like it before, and the way it tied into the story was brilliant.”
    • “A lot of effort was put into making the story as well as making the time mechanic interesting and fun, and it does show; with all the notes and television parts.”
    • “Actually got me with a few jump scares and has an interesting idea, but the story sucks a little and the gameplay was really goofy at times.”
    • “Yes, I know it is a free game but the story doesn't make any sense and the gameplay is bad so I can't recommend it.”
    • “Yes, the time control gimmick is cool and if it functioned to solve puzzles or something I probably would have recommended this, but there aren't puzzles, there is almost no gameplay at all as you just interact with your character whose not so subtle 'hints' may as well be 'go to the TV room for the next jump scare'.”
  • graphics48 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many players praising the impressive visuals and atmospheric design that enhance the horror experience. While some noted minor glitches and limitations in graphic options, the production quality is often compared to that of larger studio titles, making it a standout for a free game. The combination of beautiful visuals and effective jump scares contributes to an immersive gameplay experience.

    • “I wasn't hopeful when I couldn't even lower my sensitivity or change much beyond basic graphics, but this was phenomenal; the atmosphere and setup for the jump scares was great, production value for everything was quite high and it had moments where it felt like something made by a big studio.”
    • “The graphics and attention to detail make for a great and enjoyable gameplay.”
    • “Amazing game, with realistic graphics and wonderful jump scares... they are not predictable at all.”
    • “Note: you have to play on low graphic settings or else the game will break.”
    • “This is an awful low-budget, obviously indie-developed game with an extremely low FOV, poor voice acting, and outdated graphics.”
    • “The only part that I found annoying was the lack of graphics options like turning off the motion blur and changing the sensitivity on the camera because it felt that it was a bit faster than my mouse DPI.”
  • atmosphere30 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creepiness and immersive qualities, effectively setting the stage for jump scares and enhancing the overall horror experience. While many players appreciate the combination of visuals, sound design, and storytelling, some critique the reliance on jump scares and the lack of depth in certain areas. Overall, the game successfully creates a tense and engaging environment that keeps players on edge.

    • “The atmosphere and storyline were both very immersive!”
    • “I felt immersed in the tense, atmospheric setting that encompasses their attention.”
    • “Combined with the atmosphere of this game and the perfectly executed jump scares, it leaves you tense to turn every corner.”
    • “It is a free game, but I would say other games are more worth your time and create a better atmosphere.”
    • “Some lame jump scares and a little bit of an eerie atmosphere, but as far as the story goes, it was very underdeveloped and lacks a lot of answers.”
    • “Unless you consider horror just a large amount of jump scares and not a delicate mixture of atmosphere, story, and feelings of dread.”
  • stability17 mentions

    The game has been widely criticized for its numerous glitches and bugs, which can lead to soft locks and frustrating gameplay experiences, such as getting stuck or encountering visual issues. While some players acknowledge that the game has potential and is enjoyable despite its instability, many recommend avoiding it in its current state due to the frequency and severity of the issues. Overall, the game's stability is a significant concern, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “But I found multiple glitches breaking the game and can't recommend playing it in its current state.”
    • “The game is very buggy but does have some cool ideas.”
    • “This game is horrible; it is very buggy and almost unplayable. The FOV is also sickening.”
  • humor7 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as light and often unexpected, with players finding amusement in both jump scares and quirky elements, such as the monster's design. While some aspects, like repetitive dialogue, detract from the experience, many players enjoyed the comedic moments, particularly in a romantic context. Overall, the humor adds a fun layer to the gameplay, making it entertaining despite its shortcomings.

    • “I was looking at a tall man and I was laughing so hard; anyway, good game.”
    • “Unpredictable and somewhat funny jump scares.”
    • “It's a funny and short romance story :D”
  • optimization6 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some users find it well-optimized for a free title, others report significant performance issues and bugs. Despite these drawbacks, many agree that the engaging storyline and impressive graphics make it worth downloading.

    • “It's free and well optimized, download it.”
    • “For a free game, this is definitely worth downloading. It has a better storyline than most paid horror games, and the graphics are pretty impressive, although performance within the game could be a bit buggy at times. But since it's free, you can expect that.”
    • “Not optimized at all.”
    • “Performance 2/10”
    • “Performance within the game could be a bit buggy at times.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort that can feel tedious and repetitive. The process involves solving nonsensical clues and performing monotonous tasks, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “They can get a little tedious and boring with repetitive ominous/nonsensical clues and with gathering random notes and flipping random switches.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with players noting that the default volume is too high and lacks adjustable settings in the main menu. Additionally, the music's interaction with lighting effects can create a disorienting experience, particularly in darker areas.

    • “The music sets an ominous tone, enhancing the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The music needs to be adjustable by the player, as the default volume is too high.”
    • “After the part with the clock, the music continues to play, creating a haunting ambiance even in the darkness.”
    • “Can't control music volume in the main menu.”
    • “After the part with the clock, everything is too dark to see anything at all, and the music keeps playing. Every time you get near a light source, it goes away.”
    • “Music settings need to be adjustable by the player; the default volume is too high.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game effectively evokes a range of emotions, combining fear and sadness through its compelling narrative. Despite some predictable twists, players find the experience deeply impactful and heart-wrenching throughout its short playtime.

    • “I really loved this game; it tells a great story and made me feel scared and sad at the same time.”
    • “Though you can predict some of the twists as they begin to form, it doesn't take away from the heart-wrenching feeling during the 30-40 minutes you will be playing this title.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game currently lacks significant replayability, as players feel that once completed, there isn't much incentive to revisit it. However, many enjoyed the experience and hope for additional content in the future to enhance replay value.

    • “This game scared me at every turn. I thoroughly enjoyed it and recommend this game. I hope more playable content is added eventually.”
    • “First off, the game isn't really replayable.”
    • “This game scared me at every turn. I thoroughly enjoyed and recommend this game; I hope more playable content is added eventually.”
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