REVEIL

Reveil tells a great story through its dialogue and settings, but it misses the mark when it comes to horror. It may not scare you, but it still proves quite compelling.

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"REVEIL: Funhouse Edition is a single-player Horror Action game, renowned for its phenomenal story, compelling gameplay, ingenious visuals, and sensational soundtrack. Wake up as protagonist Walter Thompson, disoriented and with a headache, in a surreal world filled with versatile puzzles, unanswered questions, and a disturbing psyche. The edition includes an original soundtrack, digital artbook, black and white filter, audio plays, and developer commentary."

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 218 reviews

story71 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a haunting atmosphere that immerses players in its psychological horror narrative.
The story is engaging with unexpected twists, keeping players guessing and invested throughout the experience.
Puzzles are well-designed and add an enjoyable layer to the gameplay, making it a compelling experience for fans of the genre.

The game is relatively short, with many players feeling it could benefit from additional content or longer playtime.
Some mechanics, such as movement and interaction with objects, can be frustrating and detract from the overall experience.
There are instances of bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, leading to a less polished experience.

story
146 mentions
49 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its depth, unexpected twists, and engaging narrative, drawing players into a compelling psychological horror experience. While some reviewers noted its linearity and slower pacing, many appreciated the intricate puzzles and atmospheric visuals that enhance the storytelling. Overall, the narrative is considered a standout feature, with multiple endings and a unique plot that keeps players guessing until the end.
- “The storyline is brilliant, in depth and it really pulls you into the story.”
- “The story unfolds beautifully, growing more intriguing as you progress, though I won't spoil anything here.”
- “What truly sets Reveil apart is its multi-layered narrative, which seamlessly weaves together elements of psychedelia, biography, and horror to create a story that is as compelling as it is disturbing.”
- “The only thing I would have liked is that your actions affected the story more; there is basically no decision-making in this game.”
- “It feels like the story tidbits used in these areas would have been good to add to the story in their own sections but were instead hastily placed in the game as fillers for retrieval tasks, which add very little to the main narrative.”
- “I thought the story was just about to start with 'full speed' and that was the end of the game.”
graphics
53 mentions
79 % positive mentions
15 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim for their beauty and immersive quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and storytelling. Many reviewers noted the stunning visuals, rich art style, and smooth gameplay, often comparing them favorably to high-end engines like Unreal Engine 5. However, some players felt that while the graphics were impressive, they did not compensate for shortcomings in gameplay engagement.
- “The visuals and sound design beautifully enhance the unsettling experience.”
- “Some of the most stunning visuals I've seen in a game to date, very immersive and captivating.”
- “Absolutely mesmerizing... graphics are amazing and the levels keep you engaged!”
- “In contrast, when it comes to graphics and sound design, I do believe they are responsible for carrying more of the horror moments.”
- “Zzzzzzzzz graphics are good... okay story... but it's a boring walkthrough game... meh... thought it might have been a little more to it, I guess... meh.”
- “🔲 graphics don't matter in this game.”
gameplay
32 mentions
41 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising the engaging puzzles and smooth mechanics, while others found certain elements, like door interactions and stealth sequences, to be frustrating or basic. The game is visually stunning and offers a variety of gameplay experiences, but some players felt it lacked innovation and depth, often feeling like a typical walking simulator. Overall, it provides a decent length of playtime with multiple endings, though some areas may feel repetitive.
- “The puzzles were a particular highlight; they were genuinely fun to figure out and added an engaging layer to the gameplay.”
- “A beautiful looking game with a good variety of puzzles and game mechanics, and some good exploration of the very surreal game world.”
- “Reveil hits the nail on the head by combining various elements allowing the gameplay to always feel fresh, whilst adding a good number of twists and turns to always keep the player asking questions and looking over their shoulder.”
- “My only complaint about the game is that sometimes the mechanics for opening doors and turning knobs could be fiddly and frustrating.”
- “It hadn't offered me anything new and just felt like another drop in the bucket walking sim that I spent most of my gameplay planning to ultimately not recommend it.”
- “The gameplay, as I said, is very basic: walking from A to B, solving some puzzles in between, reading documents, and interacting with objects to understand the story and progress.”
atmosphere
27 mentions
78 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its haunting and immersive qualities, enhanced by stunning graphics, sound design, and a compelling narrative that keeps players engaged. Many reviewers highlight the eerie environments and intricate details that contribute to a psychological horror experience, although some note that certain gameplay elements, like linear progression, can detract from the overall immersion. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making it a strong choice for fans of the horror genre.
- “The atmosphere is haunting, and the intricate narrative keeps you questioning reality at every turn.”
- “With its cleverly crafted puzzles, visually stunning environments, and spine-tingling atmosphere, the game offers a truly immersive horror experience that is guaranteed to keep you hooked until the very end.”
- “From the faded grandeur of circus tents to the eerie corridors of Walter's mind, every location is rendered with stunning detail and immersive atmosphere, pulling players deeper into the unraveling mystery.”
- “Good graphics, shorter story, more of a good looking walking simulator, horror pretty much in atmosphere only.”
- “I could not turn the subtitles off or the big white crosshair dot in the middle of the screen, very annoying and ruins a bit of the atmosphere when playing.”
- “The atmosphere and sound design do most of the heavy lifting.”
music
17 mentions
59 % positive mentions
24 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack is described as immersive and beautifully complements the visuals, contributing significantly to the game's emotional depth. While some users noted a lack of music in certain areas, the majority highlighted the high quality of the sound design and voice acting as key elements that elevate the gameplay.
- “Soundtrack: 10/10”
- “Music, sound effects (the sound effects are incredibly good, by the way) and spoken lines are super well mixed, super high quality and elevate the atmosphere by a ton.”
- “Reveil has good voice acting, the visuals are well done and the music gets the job done for this atmospheric experience.”
- “The music slowly floats in the back of your head as your eyes are greeted with beautiful depictions of the human psyche recalling memories.”
- “🔲 little to no music”
optimization
9 mentions
56 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with most players reporting smooth performance at high settings, particularly on powerful hardware like the 3080 Ti and 4080. However, some users noted occasional frame drops and minor issues such as ghosting and hitches when entering new areas, indicating that while the game is well-optimized, there are still areas for improvement.
- “On the performance side of things, I ran this at 4K / max settings on a 3080 Ti and only experienced the occasional hitch when entering a new area.”
- “After game launch, there's a performance test to get the best settings for my PC specs.”
- “Some stutters when things were loading, but not too much; the game is pretty well optimized.”
- “Has some optimization issues.”
- “Needs a little optimization; frame drops here and there, but works smoothly at 60Hz.”
- “4080, but the bottleneck (Ryzen 7 3700X) doesn't hurt the performance here.”
replayability
7 mentions
14 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, primarily due to its multiple endings and collectibles in each chapter, which may entice players to revisit it. However, with a completion time of around three hours, some users feel the overall gameplay experience is relatively short for its price.
- “There is some replayability in this game; as I mentioned, there are multiple endings and also collectibles in each chapter if you are interested in these aspects.”
- “I was able to finish the game after about 3 hours, and I think for the $20 asking price, this amount of gameplay is a little short. However, there are multiple endings and some replayability.”
- “There is some replayability in this game; as I mentioned, there are multiple endings and also some collectibles in each chapter if you are interested in these things.”
- “It does have a little bit of replay value once you beat it to get the endings.”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its intense emotional depth and immersive visuals, creating a strong connection with the characters. However, some players feel that the emotional climax occurs too early, leading to a less impactful ending despite the presence of heart-wrenching moments and jump scares throughout.
- “This was by far the single most twisted and emotional game I have ever experienced.”
- “The game is also gorgeous; the shaders, particle effects, textures—everything visual made me feel like I was in that world with the characters.”
- “There are collection aspects, heart-wrenching moments, and jump scares.”
humor
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss; while some players find the grunting amusing, overall, the dialogue fails to deliver a consistent comedic experience, leading to disappointment.
- “The grunting can sound pretty funny, but otherwise the lines are well spoken.”
- “Not funny, not scary... disappointing.”
- “The jokes fell flat and the humor felt forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect somewhat tedious, particularly when revisiting areas like the house, which can lead to disappointment in the overall experience.
- “It got a bit tedious going through the house the second time, and that was a bit disappointing.”