While a very flawed experience, with practically every individual element of the game showing a lack of skill, I found the whole to be more than the sum of its parts. The dev's artistic vision shines through the rough and unpolished surface of this game in a way I rarely see. That said, I really think this game would give a better experience if at least the following things were improved upon in an update: 1. Have someone with a good understanding of the language edit the English translation. 2. Increase turn speed by 50%. 3. Set consistency in when you need to wait, and when you need to press a button to continue. 4. Cut fade in/out time in half. 5. In the container minigame, only color the important container green. There are a bunch of other things that could be improved upon, but I think the above points are the only ones really needed, and I don't think they would change the artistic experience(which other changes could). 100% in ~4 hours.
Back in 1995
$9.99
- Release Date:
- Apr 28, 2016
- Metacritic:
- 52
- Developer:
- Throw the warped code out
- Publisher:
- KOMODO
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac
Game Tags
About This Game
Step back in time with "Back in 1995," a homage to the survival horror and mystery games that defined the original PlayStation era. This game meticulously recreates the nuances of a period in gaming history that's close to being forgotten.
Immerse yourself in a surreal yet tangible world, where you are compelled to solve the enigma of your daughter's disappearance, the calamity that befell the city, and the reason for your long-overdue return.
Conceived as a passion project by indie developer Takaaki Ichijo, "Back in 1995" aims to capture the distinct emotional resonance he experienced with his early gaming adventures on the PlayStation and Sega Saturn.
Features:
- Lose yourself in the world of retro 3D visuals, complete with low-res models, texture warping, CRT emulation, and fixed CCTV-style camera angles.
- Experience the mystery genre anew, navigated through an old school retro user interface and tank controls.
- Investigate a barren urban landscape set in the year 1995, abundant with hints about its bygone days.
- Engage with a roster of complex characters, each with mysterious intentions that you may never fully understand.
- Unravel the hidden secrets about you, your daughter, and the city's past.
* D-pad recommended
* A 720p or greater screen resolution is required
* Approximate playtime is 2-3 hours
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User Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive
1 user reviews
100%
Positive
User #637002
english
5 hrs at review
System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- OS *: Windows XP SP2+ or Higher
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz or higher CPU, SSE2 instruction set support
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000 / DX9 (shader model 2.0) capabilities
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 700 MB available space
- Sound Card: Not Required
FAQ
How much does Back in 1995 cost?
Back in 1995 costs $9.99.
What are the system requirements for Back in 1995?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows XP SP2+ or Higher Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz or higher CPU, SSE2 instruction set support Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000 / DX9 (shader model 2.0) capabilities DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 700 MB available space Sound Card: Not Required
What platforms is Back in 1995 available on?
Back in 1995 is available on Windows PC, macOS.
Is Back in 1995 worth buying?
Back in 1995 has 100% positive reviews from 1 players. Metacritic score: 52/100.
When was Back in 1995 released?
Back in 1995 was released on Apr 28, 2016.
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