Underplayed Gems

Hypnosis Reveries (2022)

Hypnosis Reveries cover
Developer
Jessien
Publisher
Jes Studio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 30 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A brief, introspective VR journey through a mental maze of formative moments, felt as a quiet, emotional exploration.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short, abstract VR art experience rather than a game, lasting about 15–20 minutes. Many praise its minimalist black-and-white aesthetics and philosophical storytelling, but some find the full price too steep for the length, and one reports a game-breaking bug. It uses a redirected walking algorithm, a notable technical feature absent from the Steam version.

Screenshots

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