Rating: ★★★★ - Great
Time Played: 2.1 hours

Gameplay:
• Clever forced-perspective mechanics that constantly surprise you and subvert expectations
• Satisfying “aha!” moments without feeling overly punishing
• Puzzle solutions rely on observation rather than brute force
• Minimal hand-holding

Story\Dialogue:
• Light narrative focused on trying to alleviate anxiety and self-doubt
• Voiceovers add a subtle comedic tone but don’t overshadow gameplay
• Doesn’t rely on a deep plot, more about exploration and puzzle-solving

Graphics\Music:
• Clean textures that keep focus on perspective illusions
• Ambient piano soundtrack complements the relaxing dreamlike setting

Before you Play:
• Perfect if you loved games like 'Portal' or 'The Stanley Parable'
• Ideal for puzzle enthusiasts who enjoy thinking outside the box
• May cause slight disorientation; take breaks if perspective tricks feel overwhelming

A masterpiece. If you liked Stanley's Parable, this is for you. Imagine that, with puzzles. Short, but mind-twisting fun. Story is not overly complex (picture Inception but for psychiatric help purposes), but is neatly delivered.

I feel like I've missed something with this one - personally, Superliminal felt more like a walking simulator than a puzzle game. While the game features perspective-based puzzles, none of them felt particularly challenging with solutions that felt very straightforward (a lot of puzzles where you just make object bigger and jump on it to reach the exit, yippee). If I went into the game expecting a walking simulator, I would definitely be more warm to it, as the uneasy atmosphere of the game is actually quite compelling with a decent narrative to boot. Unfortunately though, as a puzzle game, Superliminal falls flat for me.
Another issue I had with the game was its runtime, I finished it in about 90 minutes. Now I have no issue with short games, a bite-sized adventure can be really appealing at the right price, however, Superliminal is just way way way too short to justify the asking price, even on sale.
I am definitely in the minority on my opinion of this game. If the idea of a liminal trippy walking simulator with some light puzzle elements appeals to you then you'll definitely get something out of the game. Just don't expect a Portal/Talos Principle style puzzle game or you will be let down like I was.