P.T clones and games “inspired” by P.T typically both struggle from severe underutilization of the looping mechanics and proper building of atmosphere. Strangely enough, Never Apart seems to struggle to utilize the looping hallways at all and mostly uses doors coming off of those hallways as starting points for the real game.
It seems that the inspired by PT tag was used as a time saver to allow the developers to finish in the required time limit. Which is, as far as I am concerned, the best use of P.T inspiration. But in reality, the game functions as a much more traditional atmospheric horror, with an emphasis on storyline and sound effects.
Being a game jam game and there’s only so many things that could be improved, and since you are already aware of the most egregious problems, I have to say this game was a pleasant surprise. Oh, and that was a rather creative twist on the spirit of the game jam.
This is amazing in every way i liked the story and the ambiance and it had some scares that scared me! this is really good to be made in such a short time!
You can see the P.T. inspiration for sure! Not as scary as you would think, if anything, it has more of a uncomfortable horror atmosphere. Still great concept, pretty decent overall.
That was awesome! It's insane that you made such a gem in just 48 hours! The story, the scares, the graphics, the sounds...I'm overwhelmed! Here's my little playthrough (Polish language) Cheers!
This PT inspiration doesn't disappoint. Good atmosphere, good scares, and some pretty well done set pieces. All - in - All it's pretty good would recommend. :)
Pros and cons are down below) Check out the vid here (likes and subs are highly appreciated)):
Advantages:
1. The game was scary - scared me several times, though I am used to horror and to jumpscares. I can't call these jumpscares cheap, though. They were always accompanied by the great ambiance and the build up.
2. The story is quite intruging. I believe, my interpretation may be far off from the actual one but I tried) I think the plottwist is great and it was very interesting not only to play and get spooked but also to listen to radio and figure out what happened.
DIsadvantages:
1. I wish there were a bit more to the ending. Like a choice or somthing like that. That would increase replayability-value of the game. Though, it's hard to come up with this stuff in 48 hours!
2. There was no actual threat. It would be cool to ahve a time limit at escaping the room or runnin away from the killer dequence. Yet again, in 48 hours it's very hard to make.
Overall:
I rate this game 5/5. I think it could benefit from a bit more work and polish but as a 48-hour project, it was an excellent experience. Interesting, involving and scary! Great job!
Oh my god, this game was very good ... I loved the sounds and the story ... just one detail, the ghost that appears levitating hehe I took away my fear a bit but in general excellent game. I leave a gameplay that I realize hehe is in Spanish
I am in agreement with practically everyone leaving comments. Very well played! I'm a sucker for PT inspired games right off the bat, who isn't haha but besides that, the feel and flow of the game are on point! I hope you're in the works of expanding on this game, or something new all together.
Is it your voice on the radio? If so, you sound scarily similar to the character Jax from season 15 and 16 of Red vs Blue and that is just so awesome. Overall, amazing game.
Watch me freak out throughout the whole thing. ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. Haven't played a scary game like this in a WHILE. Scares were so perfectly timed. Thoughts of it throughout and at the very end of the video.
Amazing game man this had a really great atmosphere and the plot was really really good for how short the game was. And even thought it had PT elements in it with the looping it was very different from PT. And even with all those good things it was scary. Overall really good game and I hope you keep making them.
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P.T clones and games “inspired” by P.T typically both struggle from severe underutilization of the looping mechanics and proper building of atmosphere. Strangely enough, Never Apart seems to struggle to utilize the looping hallways at all and mostly uses doors coming off of those hallways as starting points for the real game.
It seems that the inspired by PT tag was used as a time saver to allow the developers to finish in the required time limit. Which is, as far as I am concerned, the best use of P.T inspiration. But in reality, the game functions as a much more traditional atmospheric horror, with an emphasis on storyline and sound effects.
Being a game jam game and there’s only so many things that could be improved, and since you are already aware of the most egregious problems, I have to say this game was a pleasant surprise. Oh, and that was a rather creative twist on the spirit of the game jam.
My cynical take on the experience below.
Thanks!
What if P.T. was set in an APARTMENT FLOOR IN 2020?...
Overall good fun, good horror vibe and worth checking out!
Thank you!
this game was freaking scary as heck if you want some scary but funny gameplay well your wish has been granted
Awesome, thanks!
AMAZING...
Awesome, thanks!
This is amazing in every way i liked the story and the ambiance and it had some scares that scared me! this is really good to be made in such a short time!
Awesome, thanks!
of course i loved it!
Крутая ИГРА
I really got scared with this, check it out from my channel if you are interested :P
Awesome, thanks!
nice work for 48 hours very impressive <3
Awesome, thanks!
I played your game and put it into my video. it was quite something for me but not really scary. I found it actually quite funny here and there.
I was afraid the entire time!..
Awesome, thanks!
Just played the game, very interesting...!
You can see the P.T. inspiration for sure! Not as scary as you would think, if anything, it has more of a uncomfortable horror atmosphere. Still great concept, pretty decent overall.
That was awesome! It's insane that you made such a gem in just 48 hours! The story, the scares, the graphics, the sounds...I'm overwhelmed! Here's my little playthrough (Polish language) Cheers!
Awesome, thanks!
This PT inspiration doesn't disappoint. Good atmosphere, good scares, and some pretty well done set pieces. All - in - All it's pretty good would recommend. :)
Pros and cons are down below) Check out the vid here (likes and subs are highly appreciated)):
Advantages:
1. The game was scary - scared me several times, though I am used to horror and to jumpscares. I can't call these jumpscares cheap, though. They were always accompanied by the great ambiance and the build up.
2. The story is quite intruging. I believe, my interpretation may be far off from the actual one but I tried) I think the plottwist is great and it was very interesting not only to play and get spooked but also to listen to radio and figure out what happened.
DIsadvantages:
1. I wish there were a bit more to the ending. Like a choice or somthing like that. That would increase replayability-value of the game. Though, it's hard to come up with this stuff in 48 hours!
2. There was no actual threat. It would be cool to ahve a time limit at escaping the room or runnin away from the killer dequence. Yet again, in 48 hours it's very hard to make.
Overall:
I rate this game 5/5. I think it could benefit from a bit more work and polish but as a 48-hour project, it was an excellent experience. Interesting, involving and scary! Great job!
Hope my feedback was useful!
this game was fun to play I loved the visuals and details
Awesome, thank you!
FIIIRE GAME! This game had me jumping jumping.
LOL, thank you!
haha no problem keep up the good work!
Sadly, I died at the end. But it was the process that matters!! lol fun game
Thank you!
fun little game
Awesome, thank you!
Oh my god, this game was very good ... I loved the sounds and the story ... just one detail, the ghost that appears levitating hehe I took away my fear a bit but in general excellent game. I leave a gameplay that I realize hehe is in Spanish
I hear you. Have some ideas for my next one!
One of the best free horror game I have played so far.
Great story line for a short game.
Those jump scares were great too buddy.
Cannot wait for more content from you buddy.
Awesome, thank you!
whats your next game?
Working on it now. You are a paranormal investigator in an abandoned mental asylum.
oh boy send it to me when your done please
I am in agreement with practically everyone leaving comments. Very well played! I'm a sucker for PT inspired games right off the bat, who isn't haha but besides that, the feel and flow of the game are on point! I hope you're in the works of expanding on this game, or something new all together.
Awesome, thank you!
You really made this in 48 hours? Not bad.
Yup, I spent 1 day refining it - had a couple missing collisions.
Is it your voice on the radio? If so, you sound scarily similar to the character Jax from season 15 and 16 of Red vs Blue and that is just so awesome. Overall, amazing game.
Sorry, not me but thank you!
Then who did...
GREAT JOB! Got me a few times with the jump scares and loved how the radio managed the storyline!
Awesome, thank you!
Good game but the footstep are very annoying
Awesome game!
Awesome, thank you!
I PLAYED YOUR GAME HERE . IM THE DRMIX . YES I ADDED COMEDY
Awesome, thank you!
Watch me freak out throughout the whole thing. ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. Haven't played a scary game like this in a WHILE. Scares were so perfectly timed. Thoughts of it throughout and at the very end of the video.
Awesome, thank you!
Ver very well polished, loved it heaps :D
Awesome, thank you!
El juego no me dio miedo, Todos los sustos son predecibles APRENDAN A SER ORIGINALES :>
I really enjoyed this game good job. My girlfriend is in love with serial killers (She slapped me for that)
lol, thank you!
Amazing game man this had a really great atmosphere and the plot was really really good for how short the game was. And even thought it had PT elements in it with the looping it was very different from PT. And even with all those good things it was scary. Overall really good game and I hope you keep making them.
Awesome, thank you!
Nice game
This game scared me 👍👍👍 Well done !!!
Thank you!
This game has a very cool vibe and i must say i enjoyed it