She Sees Red

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She Sees Red is a single player puzzle game with mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by rhinotales and was released on July 10, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"She Sees Red" is an interactive thriller game where you follow a detective's perspective to solve a multiple-homicide case at a nightclub. The game offers a gripping, mature narrative with multiple endings, and encourages players to make meaningful choices that affect the outcome of the story. With professional actors, editing, lighting, and sound design, this game provides an immersive experience with a Russian and dubbed English audio track.

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Audience ScoreBased on 573 reviews

story168 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features high production quality with impressive cinematography and solid acting, particularly from the lead actress.
The story is intriguing and encourages multiple playthroughs to uncover different endings and details, making it engaging for players.
The ability to skip previously viewed scenes after the second playthrough enhances the replayability and overall experience.

The game is very short, with a single playthrough lasting around 30 minutes, which may leave players wanting more content.
The English dubbing is poorly executed, leading to a lack of immersion and disconnect between the audio and visuals.
Choices often feel inconsequential, with many leading to similar outcomes, which can diminish the sense of player agency.

story
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The story of "She Sees Red" is a mixed bag, with many players finding it both intriguing and confusing. While some appreciate the interactive elements and plot twists that unfold over multiple playthroughs, others criticize the narrative for being shallow, predictable, and lacking depth. Overall, the game offers a short but engaging experience that encourages replayability to fully grasp the storyline, though it may leave some players feeling unsatisfied due to its brevity and complexity.
- “I really enjoyed the storyline and the plot twist at the end when you finish the 4 endings and get the complete story.”
- “The story is simple, effective, and well told.”
- “Each ending reveals different possible outcomes, but also gives you an extra glimpse into the character's backstory and what led to the event.”
- “I must say that if you are here for the story, you are going to be disappointed.”
- “The storyline is very transparent and doesn't really hold up or allow for a multiple playthrough experience.”
- “The story is non-existent.”
music
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many users praising its quality and how well it complements the gameplay and atmosphere. Reviewers noted the soundtrack's ability to enhance emotional moments and create suspense, with some expressing a desire for a soundtrack DLC. Overall, the music is described as immersive, fitting, and a standout aspect of the game's production.
- “The music is amazing and on-point.”
- “The story, acting, and soundtrack are all excellent.”
- “The music helped a lot in that regard as it's very well done.”
- “Weird music, slow pace, macabre, unnecessarily gory (or maybe necessary to wake the player up?), half-broken scene skip with a highly annoyingly hard to click confirmation, very short delay to pick a choice.”
- “A better guess would be the Russian rap song that plays after one of the endings, which was totally worth the $2.39 I paid for the game.”
- “The camara work, music and scenery is done okay though.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is primarily a linear experience with minimal interactivity, consisting mainly of making binary choices at key moments, which some players found to be superficial and lacking depth. While the story and acting received praise, many reviewers noted the short gameplay duration—typically around 30 minutes for a single playthrough—and expressed disappointment in the limited mechanics and replay value. Overall, it feels more like an interactive movie than a traditional game, appealing to those who prioritize narrative over gameplay complexity.
- “The cyoa mechanics actually feel a little light on impact for the first half of the film, but if you complete multiple play-throughs, there are large, meaningful variations to the last quarter of the flick that are worth coming back to see.”
- “If you don't mind the time for money value though - the story is cool, acting is fine, dubbing is good, gameplay is smooth.”
- “The whole gameplay is represented as one short movie, so the player can sit back, relax, and enjoy the story.”
- “Gameplay-wise, you are mostly watching and then making a straight two-way choice at certain points - it's not innovative in this genre at all in that respect; however, it's still one of the better games of this type.”
- “Another problem is the very limited gameplay, even for FMV standards.”
- “There isn't enough content for the most part, and the layer of mechanics that allow for choices is either near worthless or at best superficial.”
graphics
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The graphics in the game are highly praised for their stunning quality, particularly in the full-motion video (FMV) segments, which showcase professional production values and aesthetically pleasing cinematography. While the visuals are impressive, some players noted that the overall gameplay experience is limited due to the short playtime and minimal choices. Additionally, the game features graphic violence, which may not be suitable for all players.
- “The aesthetics are great - as can be expected from a professional live-action interactive film.”
- “She Sees Red is a Russian FMV game with stunning visuals that I recommend you buy if you want a short FMV experience; the production quality really shines through in this game.”
- “The acting is on point, the cinematography is aesthetically pleasing, and the fact that you can skip scenes you've already seen makes it so much more enjoyable to replay and unravel the whole story.”
- “The visuals were ok, but ultimately 33 minutes for a playthrough and only three choices does not a game make.”
- “What an absolutely horrible game, audio is off to the visuals, story is slow and boring, fight lasts for 2 minutes, boring as hell.”
- “Some of the violence is surprisingly graphic.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting that while the performances are generally serviceable, they often fall short of expectations due to a flawed script. Despite some standout performances, particularly from the lead actor, many reviews highlight inconsistencies in acting quality and delivery, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, there are no significant performance issues reported on platforms like the Steam Deck, indicating a stable technical performance.
- “Most impressive was the main actor playing the lead detective, who delivered a very convincing performance.”
- “Performances are all good, with the lead showing much versatility in being douchey, serious, and inquisitive.”
- “This game is listed as unsupported, but here is my Steam Deck performance feedback after spending over 3 hours and getting 100% of the achievements.”
- “However, if it weren't for a flawed script, the actors would give a more convincing performance.”
- “Poor effort and the money they spent on making this was quite a waste in my opinion, with such poor scriptwriting and simply appalling acting performances.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while it offers multiple endings and impactful choices that encourage replay, its short runtime and limited options diminish overall engagement. Players may find value in unlocking achievements and experiencing different scenes, but many feel that the lack of depth and variety makes repeated playthroughs less appealing. Overall, the game is seen as a brief experience that could benefit from more substantial content to enhance replay value.
- “Multiple endings: four endings give some replay value, and choices, though few, are at least impactful.”
- “Despite being a very short experience, replay value is enhanced by a ‘skip scene’ function, which makes the whole thing more comfortable.”
- “It's very short (~30 min for one playthrough) but has high replayability since you will need 4 playthroughs to see all endings and get the whole story.”
- “Short runtime and lack of replay value: the interactive movie is quite short, which could be overlooked if the replay value was high.”
- “This lack of replay value significantly diminishes the game's worth, especially for those looking for a deeper and more engaging interactive experience.”
- “No bound to characters, uninteresting story, just very few choices - this game is just for people who like to unlock all achievements, but certainly the replay value that should actually keep you interested in doing so to find out more, or lead to different endings (just 4 endings, the rest are little scene variations), and being so super-short with less than 10 choices per run, makes it really uninteresting.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere receives mixed reviews, with some praising its strong lighting, sound design, and immersive acting that effectively create suspense and tension. However, others criticize it for clichéd dialogue and underdeveloped characters, which detract from the overall experience. While the soundtrack and certain performances enhance the mood, inconsistencies in voice acting and character portrayal leave some players feeling less engaged.
- “The acting and the characters are amazing; they nailed the atmosphere, and overall this is one of the best interactive movies I've played.”
- “Atmosphere: the mood is set well, with strong lighting, sound design, and professional-grade editing that draws you in right away.”
- “The sound quality and the atmosphere present a suspenseful and eerie feeling throughout, which is excellent for the game.”
- “The narrative attempts to weave a mysterious and tense atmosphere but falls short due to clichéd dialogue and underdeveloped characters.”
- “Unfortunately, the entire atmosphere is somewhat spoiled by the main Russian club owner talking in a super-American Max Payne-like voice-over; it just doesn't sit right.”
humor
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The humor in the game is characterized by its awkward translations and quirky voice acting, reminiscent of poorly dubbed foreign films, which adds a layer of charm. Players find enjoyment in bizarre scenarios, such as a comically exaggerated shootout and darkly humorous moments, despite the overall story being unpolished. While the humor may not appeal to everyone, it offers a unique and entertaining experience for those who appreciate its eccentricities.
- “Awkward Russian-based movie game with a funny English dub.”
- “The most memorable part for me was an absolutely hilarious shootout sequence that looks like a slow-motion tennis match, just replace the tennis ball with bullets.”
- “I played with both languages, and the English voice acting can be awkward at times in the same way some Chinese/Japanese movies are known for hilarious English dubs.”
emotional
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The emotional engagement in the game is notably lacking, as players struggle to connect with the characters and their motives, leading to a sense of detachment from the narrative. The focus on surprise and twists detracts from the ability to form a meaningful emotional investment, resulting in a storyline that feels boring and unengaging. Overall, the game fails to resonate emotionally, leaving players feeling uninspired and disconnected.
- “Chasing that one scene made me feel like I was caught in a loop.”
- “"Who is this person I'm making decisions for? What are their motives?" Although the game would be less surprising if we had these answers at the beginning, I wonder if I would've been more emotionally affected by the endings.”
- “Without a compelling story or well-rounded characters, the film struggles to maintain engagement and fails to resonate emotionally with its audience.”
- “Slightly boring storyline.”
- “Vague, boring story/scenario.”
grinding
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be manageable initially, but it becomes tedious over time, especially for completionists who must explore multiple paths and endings. The need for additional lives for grinding can also contribute to the frustration of replaying lengthy sections.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
- “The grind is satisfying, with each level-up feeling like a significant achievement.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels tedious and always offers something new to strive for.”
- “It's not too bad, but after a while it gets rather tedious.”
- “Completionists should also know that it's very tedious to try out different paths.”
- “This is actually a downside, as there are multiple choices and endings, and if it's too long, it makes it tedious to have to go back and replay a long game all over again.”
stability
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Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability; while some note the absence of graphical and audio glitches, many experience frequent crashes and program freezes that disrupt gameplay. Improvements in stability are necessary for a consistently smooth experience, as the game often requires restarts to continue.
- “Not a bad attempt, but the operations are unstable. Film freezes and errors often occur, forcing the user to restart the program. If you're lucky, you can use the continue function to start where it left off. Stability needs to increase for it to function correctly; when it does work, it is fine, but it crashes more times than it is stable.”
character development
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Character development in the game is noted to be minimal and lacks interactivity, drawing comparisons to Telltale's "The Walking Dead" series but with even less engagement. While the effort is appreciated, the storytelling and character development are considered lackluster and mediocre.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “I was genuinely impressed by how the characters evolved throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The depth of character development really sets this game apart, as each character's backstory and growth are intricately woven into the narrative.”
- “There's very little interaction here, so you're mostly going to be here for the story, character development, and acting - similar to that of a Walking Dead game by Telltale, but there feels like there's even less interaction than those games.”
- “It's an admirable effort, despite the lackluster storytelling and mediocre character development.”
monetization
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The monetization strategy for [i]she sees red[/i] is perceived as heavily reliant on player feedback and interactive elements, which some users find engaging, while others view it as a form of advertising rather than a genuine gaming experience.