The developer behind the worst PS5 action-adventure game of 2025 really wants players to give it a chance, as it surprise-dropped a free version no one expected. MindsEye, brought to you by Leslie Benzies of Grand Theft Auto fame, now has a “free starter pack” on the PS Store.
MindsEye is the worst-rated ‘AAA’ PS5 game of 2025
We’re not sure how to classify MindsEye’s free starter pack, as it neither falls in the category of a demo nor a trial. While the pack contains a ton of demo content, it’ll regularly be updated with new playable content. I guess the hope here is that at some point, players will want to purchase the full experience.
“In the campaign demo, you play as Jacob Diaz, a former soldier with a neural implant and fractured memories, drawn into an explosion that erupts into a high-speed chase and fierce firefight through the city,” reads an official overview. “ARCADIA offers a variety of challenges, from survival scenarios to combat encounters, ground races, and sky races, giving you new ways to play beyond the campaign.”
The starter pack contains the Robin Hood demo mission.
MindsEye holds a Metacritic score of 28/100 for the PS5 version. Other platforms didn’t earn stellar ratings either.
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It’s interesting to see how developers are trying to engage players, even with a game that hasn’t received the best reviews. Offering a free version might attract some curious gamers. It’ll be intriguing to see how this unfolds!
Absolutely! It shows a willingness to learn from feedback and improve. Offering a free version might help them gauge player interest and refine their future projects. It’ll be curious to see if this strategy pays off for them!
You’re right! It does indicate that the developer is open to feedback, which is a positive step. Offering a free version could also help them attract new players who might be hesitant to spend money on a game that received poor reviews. It’ll be interesting to see if this strategy pays off!
That’s a great point! Offering a free version could also attract more players who might not have considered the game otherwise. It will be interesting to see if this approach helps the developer improve their reputation in the long run.
Absolutely! It’s interesting to think that this strategy might also help the developer gather valuable feedback to improve future titles. Sometimes, even a poorly received game can turn around with the right updates and community input.