Layers of Fear

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  • Summary: Layers of Fears is a first-person psychedelic horror chronicle focused on tense exploration and immersive storytelling - a new game built upon the foundations of Layers of Fear, LOF: Inheritance, and Layers of Fear 2 with a surprising new story and gameplay direction.

    Created with the    Layers of Fears is a first-person psychedelic horror chronicle focused on tense exploration and immersive storytelling - a new game built upon the foundations of Layers of Fear, LOF: Inheritance, and Layers of Fear 2 with a surprising new story and gameplay direction.

    Created with the cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5 technology, the game will support Ray Tracing, HDR effect, 4K resolution, and make use of the Lumen system to offer the most immersive and visceral horror experience.

    Layers of Fears will be the complete, definitive and at the same time unpredictable way to discover the stories of artists enslaved by their obsessions. Prepare for an exquisite horror experience thanks to the expanded plot lines that will cast a new light on the overarching narrative.    … Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 29
  3. Negative: 1 out of 29
  1. PlayStation Universe
    Jun 15, 2023
    90
    There's no better way to play this series than the PS5 release of Layers of Fear, combining both stories under one cohesive umbrella. It also shows fantastic early potential in Unreal Engine 5, showcasing exactly what it can offer the rest of the gaming industry.
  2. God is a Geek
    Jun 15, 2023
    85
    Much like the painter's quest for creating a masterpiece, Bloober Team and Anshar Studios have almost done so with Layers of Fear.
  3. App Trigger
    Jun 21, 2023
    85
    If we were to just judge the Layers of Fear remake on the sound and graphical improvements alone, it would far surpass its predecessor. Unfortunately, an abrupt ending and less-than-impressive voice acting takes the player away from the immersion and makes us yearn for some of the original qualities.
  4. Everyeye.it
    Jun 15, 2023
    80
    Bloober Team has paid homage to its series with an updated and extended package, both from a playful point of view and in terms of visual presentation. Thanks to Unreal Engine 5 we have faced an even more immersive thrill journey, strengthened by some new gameplay solutions. The defects of the second chapter have remained more or less unchanged, and we believe that the developers could have tried to file them with more conviction. Having said that, the work of the Polish collective convinced us, so we can only recommend the experience to fans of the genre.
  5. Games.cz
    Jul 14, 2023
    70
    There are certainly things to enjoy in this redone version of Layers of Fear, especially its visuals and carefully constructed psychological horror elements, perfect for players willing to look for hidden connections. Its attempts to scare you fall a bit flat, however. But while the overall story of the writer is deeply disappointing, the new depressing episode, The Final Notice, is capable of true emotional destruction.
  6. 4P.de
    Jun 15, 2023
    70
    Nicely revamped and expanded collection of atmospheric horror madness that still lacks gameplay substance.
  7. WellPlayed
    Jun 15, 2023
    45
    Layers of Fear is an admirable remaster that uses the fresh coat of paint to bring the series’ art direction up to modern standards but the bones of the experience remain fractured. Tedious and exhausting gameplay loops and tasteless writing make even this package a nice frame on an ugly painting.

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  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 4
  3. Negative: 1 out of 4
  1. promethalien
    Jun 17, 2023
    8
    Despite some negative aspects like sound bugs, awkward looking models (especially in a mirror) and rarely encountered puzzles, BlooberteamDespite some negative aspects like sound bugs, awkward looking models (especially in a mirror) and rarely encountered puzzles, Blooberteam presented to us a wonderfully reworked game, adding a new gameplay features, updated graphics and small story segment, which connects two previous chapters (and DLC’s).

    The stories are deep, terrifying exploration of the main characters, in which players can experience their feelings, thoughts and emotions. Beautiful, surreal designs, atmospheric immersive visuals, detailed environments, excellent music and philosophical questions will open to you with Layers of Fear, only when you will let this to yourself, and give it a time and opportunity. This os NOT a classical horror games - there’s no survival elements or tense gameplay mechanics. If you concentrate on the stories of Layers of Fear and drown to its immersive experience - you will be fully rewarded. P.S. Blooberteam - you are a great guys, hope your Silent Hill will be amazing    … Expand
  2. Jt0429
    Jun 17, 2023
    6
    Good-
    Looks incredible; Impressive audio design; Some genuinely scary and interesting moments here and there; The Writer's story does a good    Good-
    Looks incredible; Impressive audio design; Some genuinely scary and interesting moments here and there; The Writer's story does a good job of recontextualizing, connecting, and framing the other chapters.

    Bad-
    Inconsistent (and frequently ineffective) storytelling; Bland, one-note gameplay loop quickly gets repetitive; Too predictable to be consistently frightening in any meaningful way.

    Thoughts-
    And that unfortunately really does pull the whole experience down. Layers of Fear is not a total misfire, and does have merits, from the incredible audiovisual achievements to some genuinely inspired mind-bending moments every now and then. Sadly though, those only serve to make its shortcomings everywhere else that much more frustrating. Properly done, this could have been a truly standout experience. As it stands right now, unfortunately, much as often seems to happen with Bloober Team, an amazing premise and some genuine glimpses of brilliance here are mired by far too many caveats and shortcomings.    … Expand
  4. XAmirX
    Jun 20, 2023
    5
    It's kinda meh, idk.
    I mean it's fine, but not really something I would play again or recommend to my friends. Story and music was good, though.
  5. dihnk
    Jun 18, 2023
    3
    Kinda trash tbh. I was expecting more from the new content side and it's mid at best. The bugs introduced from swapping to a new engine makeKinda trash tbh. I was expecting more from the new content side and it's mid at best. The bugs introduced from swapping to a new engine make some of the old content unplayable.… Expand

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