Close Your Eyes [Old Version] Reviews

Close Your Eyes is a exploration & puzzle Rpgmaker game where you are a [i] Marshmallow Monk [/i] that just escaped being hanged, and now is fleeing through an old subway system. But things don't seen to be so simple... With a cast of weird, confusing and handsome characters, CYE sets itself as a universe of wretched creatures and a murderer, and how they'll keep on going blindly to the gallow, even with their eyes open... [i] Maybe if they just closed them, just for a little while... [/i] A great atmospheric terror game, with little to no jumpscares. And it's free, can't be better than that.

Close Your Eyes is definitely an experimental game. Despite the fact it was made in RPG maker, there's no battling to speak of. Instead, you control a cute/ creepy character named Marshmallow Monk. Apparently, this character is a death row inmate, because in the beginning, they are sentenced to hang. However, the rope snaps and they go free. From there, the game becomes incredibly surreal. A game show host constantly throws questions about perception at you. A mysterious red haired girl keeps showing up in places you go. Reality is constantly shifting and nothing is certain. Story elements are given out at a slow pace. It's an intriguing story, but one that isn't quite satisfying. It leaes a lot open to interpretation, which is fine, but I have yet to get all the endings, so I have a feeling after I get them, I will have a much better understanding of the bigger picture. As it is, I have an idea what a lot of it is about, but not all of it. The game has an engrossing, terrific atmosphere that favors subtlety and sound design over jump scares (there are only a few in the game and when they appear, they're very effective). The puzzles are solid, too. They feel just challenging enough to stimulate the brain, but are never as obtuse as the infamous Shakespeare puzzle from Silent Hill 3. Let me end it this way: I enjoyed the game's mysterious atmosphere and cryptic story enough that, once beating the main story, I immediately purchased the DLC to support the dev team. The main game is satisfying and clearly had a lot of thought put into it despite its fairly short development cycle. The best part is that the main game is 100% free to play, too. So there's no reason for fans of atmsopheric horror to not check out this hidden gem of a horror game. Now, please, just please, close your eyes.

I download a lot of free to play horror games and this is by far my favorite one! Please give it a chance, it's such a charming yet creepy game and the soundtrack is lovely. I've even paid to buy the developer's other game 'Red Haze', that's how much much I rate their work. It's an atmospheric game, pretty much no jumpscares but the surreal/scary feeling in the enviroments keeps up during the full playthrough and the story is confusing but in a way that makes you think.

Well, I just finished playing. I played it all in one go, blind. I had no idea what to expect, and I had chills practically the entire time. It held me enough and kept me entralled the entire time. I absolutly loved it. Though, yes, it was confusing, it was still great. And the fact that is was made in 36 hours... Astounding. Some parts really reminded me of Silent Hill 2 and 3, especially that final puzzle with choosing the noose. But I felt like the ideas were a wonderful blend. The voice acting was perfect, especially for the announcer (who I totally think is Simon); the music was beautiful, and the atmosphere was just... Mmm, yes~ The only complaint was that the music did seem to change at awkward points, and there was really no lead in or out to it. Some of it felt out of place, but it wasn't a big deal. Got the ending "It's a Suprise, Silly", and I will definitely play again to get the rest. I'm a big fan now, and I'm anticipating more of your work. I'm going to download and play Take the Dream IX very soon. Keep up the good job! :D

What an intense experience, it is clear that the designers clearly knew what they were doing. Already bought the DLC just so I could support these talented creators.

Probably one of my most favorite horror games of all time. While the gameplay mechanics can feel a bit clunky at times, the story and atmosphere MORE than make up for it! The twists and turns that the story takes keeps you on the edge of your seat, theorizing theory after theory as to what's going on, only to most likely crush them with a reveal just around the corner. I also absolutely ADORE the voice effects used for the Host, and it's amazing to hear with headphones! Overall, I HIGHLY recommend this game!

If you like silent hills and any other creepy game I recommend this. Very little jump scares, but a very deep story and excellent atmosphere. Tons of puzzles and different endings. You would love this game if you looking for those things.

I feel like this could be a horror game gem, just like other RPG Maker horror-themed games like Yume Nikki and Ib. Close Your Eyes centers around a character who escapes from death row. As you play the game you will have to solve a few puzzles, and along the way, more and more of the story gets revealed as to who this character is and why they were to be executed. Accompanied by haunting visuals and a constant air of suspense, a pretty disturbing and creepy story unfolds The game has a unique art style, which seems 100% original instead of using RPG Maker's preset tiles, etc. It might not be highly detailed or not even to everyone's taste, but I felt like the childlike style of drawings and the even cutesy appearance of the main character just added to the scariness of the game. There are also multiple endings so your experience doesn't necessarily end once you finish the game the first time. People might underestimate the capabilites RPG Maker games have, but if done right, you can be as emersed in them as any triple A horror title. This game sets up the atmosphere excellently. The ambience and visual are done incredibly well - enough to give you the feeling of being on edge. And it does a great job of luring you into a sense of relaxation during parts that aren't so suspenseful. The sound is also great as well as the voice acting. The Host has some chilling dailogue that is only enhanced by his haunting voice. This game has jump scares, but they hardly ever felt cheap. A lot of the time they are built up to - you know they'll happen and thats what makes it worse. And there were hardly any parts too difficult that might break the atmosphere of the game (sans a chase scene that might get a little frustrating until you figure it out). Overall, I very highly recommend this game if you're looking for a unique horror experience. And best of all - it's free. If you are a fan, like me, of RPG Maker horror-themed games like Ib (which I feel this game is at least somewhat influenced by), Yume Nikki, .flow, Space Funeral, or even the Witch's House and Off, I urge you even more to give this game a try. And make sure to play with dim lighting, headphones, and in full screen or at least large windowed mode for best effect!

This game is amazing. It brings my favourite form of horror into my favourite style of horror game. Anyone interested in a twisted tale that will both turn your stomach and leave you wanting to know more should really play this game. As soon as I finished the free game I paid for the dlcs. Honestly I believe I've found my new favourite indie developer.

Spooky Spooks! Puzzles and scares as you discover your true self, what lies deep within you, something you'd never let people know. Plenty of endings to find for great eye-gouging replayability! https://youtu.be/3GzMU38Ek40