Necrophosis: Full Consciousness Reviews
There are horror games that rely on cheap scares, constant chases, and excessive action to keep players under pressure. Necrophosis follows the exact opposite path. Its focus lies in contemplation, atmosphere, and especially in the way the world communicates its own decay through exploration. From the very first moments, it becomes clear that the goal here is not to deliver fast-paced gameplay. Movement is slow, heavy, and extremely methodical. Every organic corridor, colossal structure, and deformed creature exists to be observed carefully. The game constantly invites the player to stop, look around, and absorb the grotesque details of its universe. The narrative follows a world consumed by Necrophosis, a curse tied to the deterioration of existence and the gradual loss of consciousness. Throughout the journey, the player crosses regions that blend ancient civilizations, living flesh, and ritualistic structures while trying to understand the cycles of death, rebirth, and corruption that dominate this universe.
Necrophosis: Full Consciousness is an experience built on contrasts: its striking artistic vision clashes with a shallow, repetitive gameplay loop that can’t sustain its own ambitions. It’s a short, visually captivating journey, but lacks the narrative and interactive depth needed to become truly memorable. A partially missed opportunity that highlights Ares Dragonis’s talent while revealing the need for a more solid project to let it fully shine.
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Necrophosis: Full Consciousness shines when it comes to its visual art, and the level design, however, it lacks when it comes to gameplay. There is not much to do on every level apart from finding objects in random locations, solving puzzles and moving on. While the levels provide an awe-inspiring experience, the slow-paced gameplay gets in its way and somewhat ruins the pacing the game. With its short runtime, minimalistic gameplay, plenty of puzzles and a beautiful world to explore, Necrophosis: Full Consciousness will still appeal to players who want to experience something unique at a cosmic level. Just don’t expect too much in terms of gameplay.
Necrophosis: Full Consciousness is a masterclass in cosmic horror visuals and dread, but its clunky controls, slow pacing, and vague puzzles make it a hard sell for players who want action.
PQube Limited and Dragonis Games are bringing us a narrative adventure set in a nightmarish world
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During my time with Necrophosis: Full Consciousness, I had a fun time exploring the game world, as it kept me intrigued, even with the pit in my stomach, as the general tone of the game was oozing uncomfortable vibes. In terms of the gameplay loop, it is quite basic as it allows the player to walk around, solve various puzzles, and talk to different characters in an attempt to move forward within the game. When it comes to the game’s story, it is safe to say that it is a rather confusing and complicated story, both with the dialogue and the overall tone; however, it does stay with you after the game ends. Along with the base game, the DLC is a lot of fun and continues with the same gameplay and overwhelming atmosphere that makes players feel uncomfortable in many ways.
I would say a lot of praise would most likely go to the world and item design. But story wise Necrophosis was okay, nothing amazing, but nice to understand. Gameplay is simple and offers you a liner style with puzzles for you to do. These puzzles aren’t particularly hard. I was under the impression that there were two different endings. Throughout the game it mentions continuing or breaking the cycle. But after playing, I don’t see anywhere in Necrophosis where the player would make any actually choices. The Subconsciousness level also does little to add anything to the overall story, although it was fun to play. If you are looking for something very eye-catching, then definitely pick up Necrophosis. Or maybe if you enjoy the Lovecraft Mythos. But if you are after more of a story heavy game this may not be for you. So I’m giving Necrophosis: Full Consciousness the Thumb Culture Silver Award.