It Reaches

About It Reaches

It Reaches is a first person horror game developed by Emberflight Games, released March 31, 2026. Set in an abandoned hospital’s underground facilities, players assume the role of Jason, a police officer trapped in a decaying complex. The game is presented entirely through Jason’s body cam, blending exploration, puzzle solving, and stealth. As Jason, you search for escape routes while uncovering a haunting mystery. The focus is on tension and atmosphere, with enemies that stalk the shadows. Available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5, it’s a single-player experience designed for fans of slow-burn horror and environmental storytelling.

Gameplay

The game revolves around navigating the hospital’s crumbling corridors using Jason’s body cam. Players solve environmental puzzles to unlock doors and progress, often requiring careful item collection and logic. The body cam’s flashlight flickers under strain, and audio logs must be recorded to preserve clues. Enemies are drawn to sound and movement, forcing players to duck into vents or hide behind objects when spotted. A typical session involves balancing exploration with evasion, as mistakes reset sections. The camera’s limited battery and field of view amplify tension, making every step feel risky. Puzzles vary from simple object manipulation to multi-stage logic challenges, often tied to the facility’s dark history.

What Players Think

It Reaches holds an 82% user rating on PlayPile, but critic scores are mixed at 7.8/10. Completion rates hover at 42%, with an average playtime of 8.5 hours. Community moods are split: 58% label it tense, 31% curious, and 11% frustrated by pacing. Achievement completion sits at 33% for its 15 total. Reviews praise the oppressive atmosphere and creative puzzle design but critique repetitive enemy encounters and a slow narrative. One user called it “a masterclass in claustrophobic horror,” while another noted “too many dead ends for its own good.” The game’s polarizing difficulty and deliberate pacing split opinions, with many calling it “rewarding if you stick with it.”

PlayPile's Take

It Reaches ($29.99) is a niche pick for horror fans who enjoy methodical exploration over action. The body cam mechanic adds unique flavor, but its 33% achievement completion rate and 42% finish rate suggest it’s not for everyone. If you tolerate slow reveals and value mood over mechanics, it’s worth the price. Skip it if you prefer fast-paced scares or dislike backtracking. The game’s $30 tag feels fair for the experience, but be prepared to invest 8+ hours for a mixed reward.

Storyline

Experience It Reaches, a first-person horror game seen through the lens of Jason's body cam. Explore the abandoned hospital and its underground facilities, find clues, solve puzzles and escape deadly encounters. Stay alert as you uncover the dark mystery behind the horror that follows you, for it never stops… it reaches!