Shift 87

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Shift 87 is a first-person observation horror game where players must check special environments for anomalies in three handcrafted levels. With randomly generated runs and a total of 66 anomalies to find, players can expect a unique and exciting experience every time. Remaining calm and accurate in reporting anomalies is paramount to avoid sequence resets and permanent damage from excessive adrenaline or cortisol.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

atmosphere6 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features impressive graphics and sound design, creating a captivating atmosphere.
It offers a unique mechanic of spotting anomalies, which can be engaging for players who enjoy observation games.
There is a decent amount of replayability due to the variety of anomalies and the potential for discovering new ones in subsequent playthroughs.

The game is very short, with only three levels that can be completed in under 30 minutes, leading to a lack of content.
Many anomalies are too easy to spot, reducing the challenge and excitement of the gameplay.
There is no real sense of danger or consequences, making it feel more like a walking simulator than a horror game.

atmosphere
8 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game excels in creating a unique and immersive atmosphere, avoiding the typical "static noise" often found in indie horror titles. Reviewers praise its ability to evoke a creepy setting, enhancing the overall experience with a well-crafted ambiance and a variety of anomalies to discover.
- “It is atmospheric and you are not confronted with the generic 'static noise' you find in a lot of indie horror games.”
- “The game is good at creating a creepy atmosphere.”
- “I definitely give points for atmosphere and setting.”
graphics
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and impressive graphics, enhancing the overall experience with well-designed visuals that complement its horror elements. Reviewers highlight the superb quality of the graphics, contributing to the game's eerie atmosphere.
- “A phenomenal anomaly horror game with great ghosts, spooks, and jump scares with superb graphics.”
- “Game runs smoothly and has great graphics.”
- “Graphically, it looks nice.”
story
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The story has been criticized for lacking coherence and depth, with reviewers noting that it fails to present a compelling mystery or a satisfying conclusion. Overall, it leaves players feeling unfulfilled and confused.
- “The story makes no sense.”
- “There's no mystery to solve, there's no deeper story, there's no ending that explains anything.”
gameplay
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique mechanic that requires players to identify and report specific anomalies using a dedicated reporting device. This adds an engaging layer of interaction and observation to the overall experience.
- “It does have a mechanic where you have to report the specific anomaly by looking at it via the reporting device you have.”
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Players find replayability primarily through the exploration and discovery of various anomalies within the game, encouraging multiple playthroughs to uncover all hidden elements.
- “There's replayability in the form of discovering all of the anomalies.”
music
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a significant absence of music in the game, which contributes to a lack of engagement and emotional impact, leaving players feeling that the experience is incomplete and unsatisfying.
- “No music, no action, no consequences, no real ending, no real anything.”
stability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on the Steam Deck, where users report smooth performance without issues.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck”