Game reviews / Lorelei and the Laser Eyes
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes
2024 · PC · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 5 · Nintendo Switch 2 · Adventure · Puzzle · Psychological Horror
5 scored sources · 3 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes is an exceptionally ambitious puzzle adventure built around a nonlinear mystery, an eerie hotel, and an extraordinary density of interlocking riddles. Critics consistently praised its striking monochrome presentation, unsettling atmosphere, inventive use of game history, and the satisfaction of solving problems through observation and real-world logic. Its refusal to provide conventional guidance makes discovery feel personal, but can also leave players overwhelmed or stuck. Slow movement, awkward controls, and a few weaker first-person sequences temper the experience. For patient puzzle enthusiasts willing to take notes, however, Simogo’s surreal escape-room design is unusually rewarding and memorable.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-20
Pros
- Deep, varied, logically connected puzzles
- Distinctive monochrome art direction and unsettling atmosphere
- Inventive nonlinear storytelling and meta-commentary
- Rewards note-taking, observation, and patience
Cons
- Limited guidance can be overwhelming
- Slow movement and awkward control layout
- Some first-person sequences are weaker than the main exploration
- Dense presentation may not suit newcomers
Review sources
5 sources found across 3 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- Everyeye.it · Italy · 90/100
- Nintendo Life · United Kingdom · 80/100
- Push Square · United Kingdom · 80/100
- GameSpot · United States · 90/100
- Shacknews · United States · 80/100