Reanimal Review: Tarsier Delivers Another Disturbing Co Op Masterclass
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
IGN South Africa reviews Reanimal, praising its refined co op horror gameplay, atmospheric world building, and compelling shared narrative on PS5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC.
Tarsier Studios has spent the last decade perfecting a very specific kind of atmospheric dread, and their latest project continues that legacy. In a recent video review by Will Borger for IGN South Africa, Reanimal is showcased as a harrowing horror journey that refines the studio's signature puzzle platforming formula. Available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC, the game trades lonely isolation for a deeply intimate co op dynamic, letting you and a partner navigate a grotesque, collapsing world together.
What elevates Reanimal above standard horror fare is how the narrative is woven directly into the environment. Every terrifying set piece and obscured path serves a purpose, encouraging players to look closely at the devastation around them. While the review points out minor pacing hiccups, such as occasional trial and error chase sequences where the correct path is easy to miss, the sheer momentum of the mystery easily carries you through. The core driving force is not just escaping immediate danger, but piecing together the grim history of the siblings at the center of the story and the fractured world they inhabit.
Ultimately, Reanimal shines brightest when played with someone else. Sharing the tension and discussing the implications of the dark narrative turns a standard horror playthrough into a memorable social experience. For players who love atmospheric storytelling and tight cooperative mechanics, this descent into hell offers plenty of substance. You can check out the full video breakdown over at IGN South Africa to see the game in action before diving in with a friend.
Tags: Reanimal, Tarsier Studios, Horror Games, Co-op Gaming, IGN South Africa
Original article: IGN South Africa