Comment on Mid game review: Superliminal (2019) PS5
smeg@feddit.uk 1 month ago
I think this is a bit of a harsh review; “not as good a puzzle as Portal” and “not as funny as the Stanley Parable” are like criticising an indie film release for not being as good as Lord of the Rings!
It’s a short puzzle game with an interesting unique concept and a few hidden secrets, I don’t think it’s trying to be funny or revolutionary.
frozengriever@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 month ago
Yes, Portal and The Stanley Parable are definitely high bars, but I feel Superliminal actively invites those comparisons through its similarities in structure, tone, and presentation. When a game so closely follows in the footsteps of its influences, I think it’s fair to examine where it succeeds and where it falls short in comparison.
That said, I get that my review may come across as a bit harsh, which is why my final score still places it toward the upper end of my 4-7 range for mid games—I do think it’s a worthwhile experience for fans of puzzlers despite its flaws.