reYal

About

"reYal" is a puzzle game that challenges players to navigate layers of reality, playing as themselves to find a hidden truth. The game features original content, adaptive background music, and a surprise feature. With adjustable settings for color vision, hearing, quick reactions, and reading, it offers accessible gameplay for all players.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Interesting mechanics and a cool story that provide a unique brain exercise.
The game offers a simple and straightforward experience that can lead to a meditative state.
Effort in artwork and effects is appreciated, making it worthwhile as a UI experiment and kinetic art.

Controls are slow and frustrating, leading to a tedious gameplay experience.
The game can be completed in less than an hour, leaving players feeling unsatisfied.
Technical issues, such as resolution changes when alt-tabbing, can make the game unplayable.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The gameplay features an interesting mechanic that enhances the overall experience, complemented by a compelling story. However, the introduction of new mechanics during challenging segments can be confusing, especially when the visuals fail to clearly convey the changes or rules.
- “Interesting mechanic and cool story.”
- “Adding a new gameplay mechanic during the most laborious part, when the visuals aren't even good enough to be sure what it is you're looking at or what rules might have changed.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users acknowledging the effort put into the artwork and effects, deeming it worth the price. However, there are significant criticisms regarding the clarity and quality of the visuals, particularly during complex gameplay moments, which can hinder the overall experience.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been described as unenjoyable, contributing to an overall lack of fun and prompting some players to consider returning the game after a short playtime.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, leading to a lack of enjoyment. The repetitive nature of the gameplay is described as boring rather than challenging, detracting from the overall experience.
- “To be honest, it's pretty boring. Without spoiling too much, the gameplay is just tedious. It's not hard, but it's slow and not fun, which is what I was hoping for.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The story is noted for being engaging and well-crafted, complemented by an intriguing gameplay mechanic that enhances the overall experience.
- “The story is captivating and keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
- “The narrative is well-crafted, with rich character development and unexpected twists.”
- “I was drawn into the world and its lore, making every moment feel significant.”