Reminiscence

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Reminiscence is a single player action game. It was developed by Reminiscence Project and was released on July 11, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

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.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 880 reviews

story96 positive mentions

stability17 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and graphics for a free game, creating an immersive experience.
Effective jump scares that genuinely catch players off guard.
Interesting concept of time travel that adds depth to the gameplay.

The ending feels anti-climactic and leaves many questions unanswered.
Several bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
Lack of options for mouse sensitivity and control customization, making it difficult for some players.

story
204 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a character navigating a corrupted house across two time periods to save their family, blending elements of psychological horror and time travel. While some players found the narrative engaging and appreciated its unique mechanics, others criticized it for being underdeveloped or confusing, with many noting that the story unfolds gradually through environmental storytelling rather than direct exposition. Overall, the story received mixed reviews, with some praising its potential and atmosphere, while others felt it lacked depth and clarity.
- “The story centers on you, a character who must traverse a corrupted house across two time periods to save your family.”
- “I really loved this game; it tells a great story and made me feel scared and sad at the same time.”
- “The story is the slowly unfolding tale of a scientist trying to find his missing family, all while the mysterious experiments he's run are unveiled to the player.”
- “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.”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
64%
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique time travel mechanic that allows players to rewind and alter the state of objects, which adds an interesting layer to the experience. While the mechanics are generally praised for their originality, many reviewers noted that the gameplay is straightforward and lacks complexity, with some puzzles feeling underdeveloped. Overall, the game offers a short but engaging experience, particularly for fans of horror, though it may not satisfy those seeking deeper gameplay or intricate challenges.
- “The mechanics were original but simple.”
- “I absolutely loved the game mechanics; I have never seen anything like it before, and the way it tied into the story was brilliant.”
- “The game has some rather smooth and interesting mechanics, though I do wish it could have been used more broadly.”
- “Gameplay-wise, there are no complex mechanics involved, and the puzzles are straightforward.”
- “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.”
- “Though one room has 3 doors leading to it for some reason, what's good about it is the interesting use of non-Euclidean hallways. The few puzzles, however, are less creative, and the main mechanic for the game is used 3-4 times.”
graphics
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
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The graphics in this game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising their quality and the immersive atmosphere they create. While some noted minor issues like glitches and limited graphic options, the visuals are often described as impressive, especially for a free game. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, enhancing both the horror elements and the storytelling.
- “The graphics are amazing, with the perfect amount of motion blur, but sometimes the screen shakes as you're walking (a glitch I believe).”
- “The graphics and attention to detail make for a great and enjoyable gameplay.”
- “I really enjoyed the graphics of this game and the game itself; it was super interesting, I really enjoy time travel and things like that.”
- “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.”
atmosphere
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
18%
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The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, blending elements of science fiction and horror to create a uniquely immersive experience reminiscent of Lovecraftian themes and surreal films. Players appreciate the high production value, creepy visuals, and effective jump scares, although some note issues with pacing and underdeveloped story elements. Overall, the atmosphere is described as tense and engaging, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
- “The atmosphere is carefully crafted - somewhere between science fiction and light horror.”
- “It kept you on the edge of your seat with a creepy, mysterious atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere and storyline were both very immersive!”
- “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.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 frequent technical problems. 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.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews. While some users found it well-optimized for a free title, others experienced significant performance issues and bugs, indicating that it may not run smoothly even on systems that meet the recommended specifications.
- “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.”
- “So I did very much like this, but I had the worst performance issues while playing. What little I played was great, but I checked the spec requirements and I exceeded them, but I don't know.”
- “Not optimized at all.”
- “Performance 2/10”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as unpredictable and often amusing, with players finding joy in both jump scares and comedic moments, particularly in dialogue and character interactions. While some elements, like repetitive dialogue, detract from the experience, the overall lightheartedness and funny scenarios contribute positively to the gameplay, making it enjoyable for couples and friends alike.
- “I was looking at the 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”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time that feels like a second life. The repetitive nature of tasks, such as gathering notes and solving nonsensical clues, contributes to a tedious and boring experience.
- “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.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with the music in the game, noting that the volume cannot be adjusted in the main menu and that it defaults to too high. Additionally, the music's interaction with lighting effects creates a disorienting experience, as it fades when approaching light sources, contributing to visibility issues in darker areas.
- “(cue ominous music) you have been warned.”
- “Music settings need to be adjustable by the player (default is too high).”
- “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.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game emotionally impactful, praising its ability to evoke a mix of fear and sadness through a compelling narrative. Despite some predictable twists, the experience remains deeply affecting and engaging 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.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”