Superliminal

 PlayStation 4
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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 52 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 52
  3. Negative: 12 out of 52

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  1. jwheeties
    Jan 27, 2021
    7
    Superliminal is a solid take on the concept of perspective in a puzzle game. Though very short, the game never feels like it falters in quality, with each level introducing new mechanics to add to the complexity of the puzzles.

    I've seen many compare this game to The Stanley Parable or Portal, and it's undeniable that Superliminal takes inspiration from them. However, this seems mainly    Superliminal is a solid take on the concept of perspective in a puzzle game. Though very short, the game never feels like it falters in quality, with each level introducing new mechanics to add to the complexity of the puzzles.

    I've seen many compare this game to The Stanley Parable or Portal, and it's undeniable that Superliminal takes inspiration from them. However, this seems mainly surface level stemming from its tone and puzzle design. The game never feels clever enough to reach the heights of those other games. The story is bland, focusing mainly on the player escaping a recurring dream state. This mainly feels like a way to explain the reason for this world existing the way it does. However, there are some good moments of humor, especially in level design. A favorite of mine is the fourth level, Blackout.

    Additionally, the game is really easy. The only puzzle I had trouble with was in Labyrinth, the seventh level. Most of the game, the mechanics brought up in a level will generally only be used in that level, which is a little disappointing. For example, the cloning mechanic introduced in level five is only really used in that level. I would've liked to see more of a mixture of concepts in later levels, which would've made the game more challenging, in my opinion.

    However, there is a caveat to the difficulty, and that's if you're a completionist or not. The collectibles in this game are devious, especially the chess pieces. Your playthrough will likely triple in length if you decide to find everything without a guide. I personally recommend trying to find as much as you can, as the placement of these collectibles provide even more rewarding puzzles to solve.

    Overall, Superliminal is a worthwhile, if not slightly disappointing, experience that most people would enjoy. Good 3D puzzle games are rare, and I'd like to see the folks at Pillow Castle do more stuff like this in the future. The PS4 version seems really stable as well, I didn't have any problems with it. I picked it up while it was on sale, but if you have the funds and you enjoy these types of games I would recommend picking it up as soon as you can.    … Expand
  2. Djc1980
    Dec 26, 2021
    5
    Nice idea, but unfortunately I found some of the puzzles a little too obscure and couldn’t finish it. Seemed more of a chore than fun as the story was also extremely thin. A shame really. Wouldn’t recommend.
  3. knur
    Sep 23, 2022
    6
    Nothing to add to the review by jwheeties that sums it up perfectly. Except that it's not worth the money - the current price of $20 is way too much for a couple of hours of an indie game. -50% at least is when I'd get it and only if I craved that stanley parable/portal itch.
  4. noanony
    Apr 25, 2023
    7
    Super interessante a ideia do jogo. É bem simples, levemente bugado às vezes.

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#48 Best PS4 Game of 2020

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. Softpedia
    Apr 12, 2021
    80
    Overall Superliminal is a great puzzle experience, and you feel throughout it that the developers had fun putting it together. This is a dream therapy that actually works, being funny and creative at the same time.
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  2. GameCritics
    Sep 24, 2020
    85
    Superliminal truly feels like a whimsical dream – it might base itself in mundane reality at first, but it doesn’t take long before that goes out the window and fantastic elements start to flourish, and I already wish I could experience it again for the first time.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Aug 22, 2020
    80
    A short, tightly designed, and satisfying puzzler. Changing perspectives to alter sizes and shapes is intriguing. It stumbles awake but sweet dreams are made of this. [Issue#179, p.73]
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