Unveil
- April 19, 2016
- Particle Studios
Get on Steam"Unveil" is a survival game that simulates nature, where energy conservation is crucial as every action costs energy, replenishable by food. Proper hydration is also essential, as the body uses water for functioning and cooling off. Players must find fresh water, refill containers, or produce it from air to survive. Note: there have been reports of the game not working on certain system configurations.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique survival experience where the main challenge comes from the environment rather than combat, making it refreshing compared to other survival games.
- Players appreciate the game's challenging mechanics and the need for strategic planning to survive, which adds depth and engagement.
- The developer shows a strong commitment to the game with frequent updates and active community engagement, which many players find encouraging.
- The game suffers from significant technical issues, including frequent crashes and lag, making it unplayable for many users.
- The user interface is poorly designed and lacks essential features like customizable controls and functional tutorials, leading to frustration among players.
- Content is currently limited, with many players feeling that the game lacks variety in activities and resources, which detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of unbalanced mechanics that can lead to frustration, particularly with survival elements that are often harsh and unforgiving. Despite these challenges, players find the experience enjoyable, with some mechanics providing opportunities for survival, though progress can be slow and requires multiple attempts at certain tasks.
“I also take a look at some of the different survival mechanics in other videos and then attempt a free roam survival.”
“In four hours of gameplay, I managed to clear the first two 'tutorials', after having to restart each at least a half-dozen times.”
“The survival mechanics can be harsh, sometimes unforgiving, but at no point does it stop being fun.”
“That said, there are other game mechanics that, at least, will keep you alive in some scenarios, but you starve incredibly fast.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a retro art style that many players find appealing, contributing to an enjoyable experience, especially for fans of survival games. However, some users report significant lag issues, particularly with AMD graphics cards, which may detract from the overall visual experience.
“Awesome artwork.”
“I normally can't get into these retro graphic type of games, but I have to say I've been having fun with this game.”
“The art style is spot on.”
“Never got to playing; however, it seems the game has serious lag if you have an AMD graphics card.”
“I normally can't get into these retro graphic types of games, but I have to say I've been having fun with this game.”
“Plus, it's pretty if you like that kind of graphics, and that, in my opinion, is incredible music.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users describing it as "really great" and deserving of a 9/10 rating. However, some players have reported issues with random bugs, including music disappearing, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these technical glitches, the support from the development team is noted as excellent.
“A team of 3 people (a single programmer, two music composers) creates something really great and offers absolutely great, reliable support.”
“The music is great, really, really great.”
“Plus, it's pretty, if you like that kind of graphics, and that, in my opinion, incredible music.”
“Random bugs that still haven't been fixed yet include random crashes and music disappearances, which can cause a moderate amount of annoyance.”
“Plus, it's pretty, if you like that kind of graphics, and that, in my opinion, incredible, music.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game has minor stability issues, including occasional freezes and some bugs related to the user interface and settings. However, these problems are generally considered infrequent and may be influenced by individual computer performance.
“The UI hasn't been optimized yet; settings are buggy sometimes.”
“It does have very small and few bugs, like it freezes every now and then, but it's mostly my computer.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, with users finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious!”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and clever puns.”
“The comedic timing of the characters is spot on, making every moment enjoyable.”
