(10+) Before Your Eyes

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Before Your Eyes

2021-04-08

Developer: GoodbyeWorld GamesPublisher: Skybound Games, Netflix

Android, PC, iOS, Mac

Single playerFirst person

Adventure

Indie

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A first person narrative adventure which tells the story of a soul’s journey into the afterlife using your real-life blinks. The story begins after your death, aboard the ship of a mythical Ferryman tasked with shepherding souls to the afterlife. In order to help you pass on, he must first learn the story of your life. And so, he sends you back to relive your most important moments.

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AudreyBunnyReviewed a game3 weeks ago

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💌 Score: 7/10 👍🏻 Pros ✔️ Stunning hand-drawn visuals. ✔️ Eye-tracking mechanics add a unique touch to the experience. ✔️ Visually engaging and enhances the emotional atmosphere. ✔️ Eye-tracking mechanics create a unique and immersive experience. ✔️ Simple but effective gameplay that complements the story. ✔️ The pacing is smooth, enhancing emotional engagement. ✔️ Engaging and emotionally powerful narrative. ✔️ Thought-provoking themes of life, death, and memory. ✔️ The innovative use of eye-tracking deepens emotional connection. ✔️ Beautiful, emotionally-charged soundtrack. ✔️ Excellent voice acting and sound design. ✔️ Audio complements the game's tone and enhances immersion. 👎🏻 Cons ❌ Some may find the eye-tracking mechanic challenging or intrusive. ❌ Eye-tracking may not work perfectly for all players, affecting the experience. ❌ Minimal interaction might not appeal to those who prefer traditional gameplay. ❌ The story’s brevity (approximately 2.2 hours) may leave some wanting more. ❌ Some may find the emotional tone overwhelming. ❌ A few might find the soundtrack limited due to the game's short length. 🌦️ Introduction Before Your Eyes is a unique and emotionally-driven adventure game that makes use of innovative mechanics, including eye-tracking to progress through the story. The game is a poignant journey that explores themes of life, death, and memory, creating an experience that is both deeply personal and visually captivating. Its immersive storytelling and emotional weight make it a worthwhile and unforgettable experience. 🖥️ Visuals The game's art style is beautiful, with its hand-drawn animation and vibrant colors enhancing the emotional tone of the narrative. The use of eye-tracking technology for interaction blends seamlessly with the visuals, adding a layer of immersion that heightens the emotional impact. 🎮 Gameplay Before Your Eyes offers a gameplay experience like no other, driven primarily by the player's eye movements. The story progresses with each blink, which forces players to confront fleeting moments and the passage of time. This innovative mechanic adds depth to the emotional impact, though it may not be for everyone. The gameplay is relatively simple, but it effectively complements the narrative. 📖 Story The narrative of Before Your Eyes is deeply moving, focusing on the journey of a soul reliving key moments of their life. With each blink, you move through various memories, experiencing them as they unfold. The story’s emotional depth is complemented by its minimalist approach, ensuring that every moment feels meaningful and impactful. 🎧 Audio The audio in Before Your Eyes is exceptional, with a soundtrack that perfectly complements the emotional narrative. The voice acting and sound design enhance the atmosphere, pulling the player deeper into the story's world. The music feels personal and adds to the emotional resonance of the game. 🥂 Overall Before Your Eyes offers an emotionally-driven experience that is unlike any other game. Its innovative mechanics, stunning visuals, and powerful storytelling make it a standout in the indie game scene. While the short playtime and eye-tracking may not be for everyone, it’s still an unforgettable journey worth experiencing. For those who appreciate emotional storytelling and innovative gameplay, Before Your Eyes is a must-play.

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mirunabadgerArchived a game9 months ago

Before Your Eyes

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A short game with a surprising, moving story

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blueberrybatsReviewed a game11 months ago

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Holy shit this game was hard!! You have to keep your eyes opened the entire game(it has an eyetracker for blinking) or else it skips to the next scene and I felt like I couldn't catch any of the game's scenes cause I miserably failed lol. The visuals were good, the story was great I would have had a better time if someone could have held my eyeballs opened for me though lol

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LosiArchived a game12 months ago

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Loved it Cried a lot... but story was worth it.

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PaapurupReviewed a game1 year ago

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Before Your Eyes teaches me a valuable lesson that what I wish for my life isn’t necessarily what I need and teaches me about life's unpredictability. Life is short. But the worst, it can be suddenly short. In the blink of an eye, everything can change. That's why it's crucial to cherish every moment, to embrace the beauty of each day, and to make the most of the time we have. I may not be as good as someone else's story. I have to be honest I'm feeling pretty bad about myself, I'm feeling empty, and defeated. But there's one thing I know... I know that God would not put me on this earth without a purpose to fulfill. Despite feeling like I'm a failure and not living up to what I truly expect, I trust that I am where I need to be and that I am enough. One day, when I reflect on my life, I will appreciate what my life really was, what it was meant to be, and knowing that I didn’t need to make up a story of what my life could've been. Even if I didn’t experience everything that life had to offer, I can find peace in living a simple, ordinary life. There are moments of happiness that shine brightly, reminding me that despite challenges, there is always a reason to smile. When I reflect on the lives of those who left too soon, I find more than tears... I discover a story worth remembering.

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mihmnopReviewed a game1 year ago

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a very interesting concept that i'd love to see explored even further. having to concentrate SO hard on not blinking in certain scenes removed my emotional attachment to the story, but i also liked that aspect of it the most. so it's hard. i'd love them to try again because this was great.

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ijackieReviewed a game1 year ago

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it was so emotional i loved every second

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Perfect_LinkReviewed a game1 year ago

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Découvert en direct

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Kampfschwein90Reviewed a game1 year ago

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Sehr emotionales Spiel. Ich liebe es. Innovative Steuerung.

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w1nterwarburtonReviewed a game1 year ago

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An inspired use of alternative control schemes. Blinking as a means of advancing the story is both a clever well-designed gimmick and a profound extension of the narrative themes.

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AidkaCharReviewed a game2 years ago

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интересно и трогательно

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Corwin4TheWinReviewed a game2 years ago

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Played for 2 hours Cried for 2 hours

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JapaniKattiReviewed a game2 years ago

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An absolutely beautiful game where you get to live the life of a young man through his eyes, and you move the story forward as you blink. It has twists and turns, humor and sadness, and more importantly, a great message about living your life to the fullest, no matter how short it may happen to be.

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Ibi_chibiReviewed a game2 years ago

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Good game make sure to read trigger warnings.

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KristelleReviewed a game2 years ago

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2 Playthroughs (Blinking + Clicking-through)

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