Polishindie developers Illusion Ray Studio released a Kickstarter in April 2018 for a Survival-Psychological Horror game titled 'The Beast Inside,' followed up with a demo in early March 2019. An immense level of hype surrounded the title, which received the support of over 2,000 backers. The title was finally released on October 17th, 2019. You can watch the trailer here and play the demo here. On its face, it appears to borrow concepts from games such as Firewatch, Resident Evil 7, Amnesia and Remothered: Tormented Fathers. If you enjoyed those games as much as I did, then 'The Beast Inside' could be right up your alley! After playing the new title, I wanted to share my review.
The Beast Inside is a heavily narrative-focused, survival-horror game that takes place in two parallel time periods, following two protagonists: Adam Stevenson in 1979, and Nicolas Hyde in 1864. Their lives become interconnected as they work to unravel an unsolved murder mystery. The game begins in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1979. You play Adam Stevenson, a Cold War CIA cryptanalyst, who leaves the city with his pregnant wife, Emma, and moves to a fixer-upper home he inherited from his father in the countryside. His employers send him there for his own safety as he tries to crack a complex Russian military code, which could alter the course of the Cold War. Things quickly takes a turn for the worse in the new home, as he discovers its troubled history and the beast hidden within himself.
At the beginning of the game, Adam finds a mysterious diary written by a young man named Nicolas Hyde, who grew up in Adam's inherited home in the 1800s. Through the diary, we learn that Nicolas spent 10 years in an asylum, due to abuse from his father. The nightmares of the past come to life in the 1979 time period, putting the lives of Adam, Emma, and their unborn child in great danger. Both Nicolas and Adam have many secrets and suppressed, violent memories. Both are unaware of the danger that hides within their minds.
Also, Adam and Nicholas were both the lanky unsporting type and couldn't jump to save their lives unless it magically had to do with a QTE. Every gap was a potential death. On that note, QTEs in the game were another issue. I couldn't figure out if the QTE wanted me to press the right or left side of the mouse once or continuously click it. It's annoying when Adam or Nicholas is jumping off a bridge, and the QTEs cue up for you to grab onto the ledge. The controls change from the left side of the mouse to the right with only a small window of time to click the correct button to avoid death, and no way to know if it needs to be clicked once or continuously.
Nicholas was hands down the character I cared the most about, even though he was schizophrenic and predictably the more violent of the two. His name was Nicholas Hyde, after all. In addition to its video game inspirations, the entire story seemed to borrow some from the classic book The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde written by Robert Louis Stevenson. Adam's last name is Stevenson. Coincidence? I think not. I hope that there will be future DLC that follows the plot of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde more closely. The game still needs to find an identity for itself, so perhaps that could help steer it in the right direction.
I feel that The Beast Inside was generally successful, even if it relied on its influences too much. The jumpscares were well-placed, although the suspenseful sound design allowed you to see many of them coming from a mile away. At least I did not become desensitized to them.
I also had specs, layout, brochure service records, MSRP and other details on file to send to anyone that inquired by e-mail. Not really necessary perhaps, but I felt it provided a more complete view of the rig.
Thank you so much for the many Campground reviews and many experiences you have shared with us. Glad you found a good home for your RV. We will miss your blogs on RVing in the U.S. but look forward to hearing about your adventures in Europe. Best of luck to you!
Hey , I hope you mentioned to the new owners about blogging . I will still follow you guys but sure would like to know how and where the beast is going. It has been wonderful following you and the beast around the USA. So safe travel to all .
Congratulations! Sounds like everything worked out the way it was meant to for you two and the new owners. Looking forward to your new adventures. And, yes, I hope your posts on this blog will be available for years to come-my DW and I just may be needing your valuable RV insights and campground reviews soon! . Clear skies and happy landings to you all.
We ended up driving and living in Horus for six months, while touring around Europe, putting on 15,000 miles through 14 countries. We even parked Horus ON Red Square in the Kremlin and celebrated by 40th birthday. To sum up this short story, we ended up driving back to England and sold it to a couple Kiwis for exactly what we paid for it = $0 cost! It only took us a week to sell him.
I am so glad the Beast found her new home and that that she is the perfect fit for the new owners. We really thought about moving from our 5th wheel into her but I was just not ready to give up my truck. The new owners got a peach of a Class A.
CONGRATULATIONS! But their gain is our loss. It is because of you, and your amazing blog, that I found health insurance this year and saved money! Thank you for all the great advice you have provided. I follow several RV blogs but yours is by far the BEST! I look forward to reading your post from Europe. Best of luck and safe travels!
Nice to know. I have to admit Palm RV were very personable and professional when we talked to them. Plus they followed up promptly with every question we had. I think they would have done a good job for us.
We are thrilled for you and Paul and looking forward to your new European adventures. You have been a wealth of information for so many who have considered RVing or have wanted to broaden their horizons. We will forever hold fond memories of our time caravanning together down the 395. And since Terry and I have moved our sights more to international travels, we look forward to you sharing this new journey with us, once you are settled. All the very best to you both. Be safe, be well, and make some fabulous memories! Love you guys! Lu and Terry
Congratulations Nina and Paul!!! For those of us that follow along on your journeys, we celebrate your joys, transitions and adventures with you. And there have been many times when your experiences, whether it be reviewing a new camp spot, sharing RVing specifics, going further afield into the boondocks or holding our hands through our pet trials, have enriched and comforted us. Thank you for all that!
Paul and Nina
You guys are the reason we sold our ranch in ojai ca and hit the the road. We thank you dearly. Our lives are wonderful we are so happy . Thanx again its been 5 yrs and looking forward to many more.
I hope this chapter in your lives brings you the same happiness we have found you guys are awesome good luck . If your ever in states email we are buying a place also . We are keeping the coach. Be safe!!
And here I JUST started enjoying all of your blogs as my Wife and I are soon to buy a 40 ft. Diesel pusher and live in it for a few years as we tour the USA !! I hope you keep it all up and open as there is SO much to learn from you two ! Best wishes on your new endeavors !!
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