Published: 2018-01-26, Author: Kai , review by: wccftech.com
A strong opening that fully immerses the player into a gradual descent into hysteria, Tiesin nicely as a proper prequel to Until Dawn, Divergent storylines based on character choices and actions
Plot descends into a rushed mess once all of the interesting parts of Blackwood Sanitorium are completed, A prime example of why PSVR headsets need higher resolution or at least proper antialiasing, Each playthrough only lasts roughly two hours
Supermassive Games has aimed for something truly ambitious in the horror sector with The Inpatient. While there are some fine ideas in play, this brief psychological experience could've used a little bit more time in therapy...
Slightly above average or simply inoffensive. Fans of the genre should enjoy it a bit, but a fair few will be left unfulfilled. How we score: The destructoid reviews guide...
A grim, captivating portrayal of mental decay, Bone-chilling soundscape creates an oppressive sense of dread, Expert storytelling leaves its mysteries for you to solve on your own, Voice recognition option adds to the game's immersive qualities, Scares ar
Movement is a bit clunky, temporarily breaking the immersion
Published: 2018-01-29, Author: Sean , review by: impulsegamer.com
Your mileage may vary if you come into the game expecting another blast-em-up like Rush of Blood but, if you take The Inpatient on its own merits, it's an intriguing peek into what the future may hold for the quality of VR titles and stands as on...
Abstract: PlayStation 4, Supermassive Games/Sony (PS VR headset required)It is a familiar horror movie setup: someone wakes to find themselves trapped in an asylum, with no memory of their past and a creepy doctor looming over them. But no matter how many times y...
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Published: 2018-01-26, Author: Keith , review by: theguardian.com
Abstract: PlayStation 4's prequel to horror adventure Until Dawn is a bleak tale of psychological stress that quickly becomes a haunted house fairground rideKeith StuartFri 26 Jan 2018 09.00 GMTPlayStation 4, Supermassive Games/Sony (PS VR headset required)It is a...
Published: 2018-01-23, Author: Sam , review by: gamesradar.com
Clever storytelling over repeat playthroughs, Voice controls totally heighten your immersion, Graphics are the best in VR
Movement controls could do with some refining, Requires repeat playthroughs, Expensive
The Inpatient excels at immersing the player, and it looks gorgeous. Unfortunately it puts too many barriers between the player and ultimate success...
The Inpatient is a fittingly terrifying visit to the sanitorium that set Until Dawn in motion and does a good job pivoting from campy slasher tropes to more psychological horror. Its choices lack the same punch though, and despite its shorter runtime, The...
