itch.iohttp://itch.iohttps://itch.io/t/1166550/played-as-part-of-the-better-cyberpunk-bundle-feedbackPlayed as part of the Better Cyberpunk bundle - feedbackhttps://itch.io/t/1166550/played-as-part-of-the-better-cyberpunk-bundle-feedbackSat, 23 Jan 2021 18:47:50 GMTSat, 23 Jan 2021 18:47:50 GMTSat, 23 Jan 2021 18:47:50 GMTThe moment to moment gameplay loop is good, the aesthetic and soundtrack are A+. I'll probably be quite harsh from here on - consider the fact I felt it was worth mentioning specific criticisms to be praise in itself.

The game lacks any form of map that can be referenced at-will, only having one at save points. The map available at save points is also relatively misleading due to some rooms not telegraphing where they can actually be entered, most significantly with a specific room that is effectively two rooms for gameplay but one room for the purposes of the map.

The visual effects interfere with one of the bosses over and above any specific ability or inability for a graphics card to cope with the added load, making its attacks invisible.

Generally the boss fights could be better at communicating what actions are expected of the player, most especially the final boss which was the limit of my patience with the game.

I had to look up a walkthrough to be assured there was anything to find in the glitch zones after finding two of them empty, and I don't think I'd have made the leap of logic to determine how they allowed me to access the final zone if I had not looked up a walkthrough.

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https://itch.io/t/206100/videoreviewVideo/review!https://itch.io/t/206100/videoreviewSat, 17 Mar 2018 00:25:56 GMTSat, 17 Mar 2018 00:25:56 GMTSat, 17 Mar 2018 00:25:56 GMTVisual Out is a rather unique looking game with an apocalyptic feel to it, using both a very atmospheric soundtrack and glitchy, pixelated art style to reinforce the idea that "Something bad has gone down." The Metroidvania aspect of it combined with a giant map to explore ensures a lengthy playtime as you wander through the computer, lost and confused, wondering with the main character why things are the way they are. While I, unfortunately, am not good at this sort of game, I can definitely see how it could appeal to many and hope it does well.

Good job on this, Berry.]]>