They Look Like People
- November 15, 2021
- Aaron Wise
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Get on itch.io StoreA Psychological story game set within a Kubrickian world. A tale of Space & Adventure into the Abyss of your mind, two astronauts come into close encounters with an unknown object during a routine mission.
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Reviews
- The game features an interesting and surreal narrative that explores themes of the human mind and family relationships.
- Visually appealing with stylistic graphics and effective use of special effects, creating a nostalgic atmosphere.
- Despite its short length, the game offers unexpected twists and a satisfying conclusion to the story.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including crashes and issues with interaction triggers.
- Voice acting is passable but lacks emotion, detracting from the overall experience.
- The game is very short, and many players feel the price is too high for the content provided.
- story19 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its intriguing science fiction themes and unexpected twists, while others criticize its brevity and lack of depth. Many found the narrative engaging but felt it could benefit from more development, particularly in exploring character relationships. Overall, the story offers a surreal experience, though its execution may leave some players wanting more.
“Interesting science fiction story about the problems of the human mind, family relationships, and contact with other forms of life.”
“Immersive, story-driven gameplay that has a few twists you don't expect.”
“I enjoyed this game quite a lot, very interesting and surreal story experience. I like the backstory creeping into the main one, the visuals are very stylistic and thought out, and I didn't expect the twists in the story.”
“Things just started to get interesting as I was being treated to some story, and then... my character just started walking by himself, totally taking me out of the experience and caused me to fall in some kind of void below the level.”
“I just don't know what the plot is necessarily aiming for.”
“Full of bugs, about 25 minutes of content, story that means nothing.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with some players praising the interesting and surreal visuals, as well as the effective use of special effects that enhance the atmosphere. However, others find the color scheme jarring, suggesting that while the visuals are stylistically strong, they may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's nostalgic and immersive experience.
“Really interesting, sometimes surreal visuals, great use of special effects, and a very unexpected ending!”
“Great game with fantastic atmosphere and visuals that make this old guy nostalgic.”
“I enjoyed this game quite a lot; very interesting and surreal story experience. The visuals are very stylistic and thought out, and I didn't expect the twists in the story.”
“And this isn't just an aesthetic choice the developer made that I disagree with; the color scheme is beyond jarring.”
“There are a lot of strong things going for this game (I know I criticized the plot a lot), such as the soundtrack and graphics.”
“The visuals are very stylistic and thought out, but I didn't expect the twists in the story.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the soundtrack as a strong point that complements the visuals, others find it lacking and feel that it fails to enhance the overall experience, leading to boredom in the game's environment.
“In long: the visuals are short and sweet, the soundtrack works very well for the game.”
“There are a lot of strong things going for this game (I know I criticized the plot a lot), such as the soundtrack and graphics.”
“It was alright at first, but I got bored of the bland environment really quickly as the music didn't even accompany my journey.”
“In long: the visuals are short and sweet, but the soundtrack fails to enhance the overall experience.”
“While there are a lot of strong things going for this game, the music is not one of them.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as immersive and story-driven, featuring unexpected twists, though some users find it lacking in excitement and average in voice acting quality.
“Immersive, story-driven gameplay that has a few twists you don't expect.”
“At the same time, the gameplay isn't too interesting, and the voice acting is pretty average; it didn't have much emotion put into it.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by moments like the amusing flashback where the protagonist interacts with their astronaut father, who is humorously depicted lounging at home in a full spacesuit. This blend of absurdity and relatable scenarios contributes to the game's comedic charm.
“I found the flashback early on in which you talk to your astronaut father (who is just chilling at home on the couch, in a full spacesuit!) to be unintentionally hilarious.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its fantastic visuals, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia for players.
“Great game with a fantastic atmosphere and visuals that make this old guy nostalgic.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is seen as needing improvement, particularly in reducing excessive walking and enhancing character interactions through additional conversations and notes to better understand their dynamics.
“I do think this is a nice experience with a few things that could be optimized, such as reducing the walking a little (it’s a lot) and adding a few more conversations and notes to get to know the characters and their dynamics a little better.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that while the game offers a pleasant experience, it lacks depth in character development, build-up, and world-building, suggesting that these elements could have significantly enhanced the overall enjoyment.
“The character development is truly engaging, allowing players to form deep connections with the characters as their stories unfold.”
“I love how the game provides ample opportunities for character growth, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
“The depth of character development really enhances the overall experience, making the journey feel personal and immersive.”
“Overall, it was a nice experience and I don’t regret the 4 bucks I spent on it (support your indie devs), but it could have been better with more space for character development, build-up, and world-building.”
“The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“I was disappointed by the limited character arcs; they felt one-dimensional and didn't evolve throughout the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its short length and the presence of glitches, along with the absence of an autosave feature, but many players still find it worth the price.
“The game is incredibly short, as mentioned by the creators, and does have some glitches and no autosave.”
