Omensight

This time loop action game predates the time loop rush of 2020. It has a puzzle component, and I recommend playing it on the second highest investigation difficulty as a result. On the maximum difficulty, all the branches are hidden and you cannot interact with the summary board, so it's difficult to know where you might be able to go to make progress and might replay levels a few times without progressing.

The story is engaging enough, the true ending is worth getting, and the combat is serviceable. There are aspects of the combat I never really engaged with because they weren't required, like throwing objects and enemies. If you like time loop narratives and action combat you'll probably enjoy this.

Developed by Spearhead Games, Omensight: Definitive Edition is a stylish, story-driven action-adventure that fuses time-loop storytelling with fast-paced combat and striking visual design. Set in the dying moments of a world at war, it casts you as the Harbinger — a mysterious warrior who arrives only when the end is near.
What follows is part murder mystery, part mythological epic, and part hack-and-slash action game — a unique blend that mostly works, even when the pieces don’t always fit together perfectly.
Omensight unfolds in a world called Urralia, where anthropomorphic kingdoms (think owl monks, bear generals, feline prophets) are embroiled in war. At the center of it all is a looming apocalypse — and a murdered priestess whose death may be the key to saving everything.
As the Harbinger, you relive the final day of the world over and over, accompanying different characters and uncovering clues about who killed the priestess and why the apocalypse is unfolding. It’s a bit Groundhog Day, a bit Majora’s Mask, and a lot of narrative puzzle-solving.
Each time loop reveals new choices, scenes, or battles. You influence events but can't completely stop them — your goal is to gather “Omensights,” divine visions that slowly piece together the truth. It’s a clever structure that ties narrative and gameplay tightly together.
Combat is real-time and flashy, blending swordplay, time-slowing abilities, and magic-like powers. You can juggle enemies, dash across arenas, and chain combos with fluidity. It's not Devil May Cry deep, but it's satisfying and snappy enough to keep things moving.
Each run pairs you with a different ally who joins you in battle, offering passive support or active abilities. These partners also change how events unfold, so combat is often directly tied to narrative progression.
That said, combat can get repetitive over time. Enemy variety is limited, and some levels reuse similar layouts or mechanics. The difficulty is moderate, though boss fights occasionally spike the challenge.
The real heart of Omensight lies in its story. It weaves themes of loyalty, betrayal, and fate, using its time-loop mechanic to great effect. The voice acting is solid across the board, with standout performances that bring its cast of warrior animals to life without dipping into parody.
Choices matter, not just in dialogue but in the order you pursue leads. The mystery itself is layered and well-paced, offering enough twists to keep you guessing.
The Definitive Edition also includes improvements and extra polish over the original release, making for a smoother experience overall.
The art direction is excellent — stylized, colorful, and bold. The characters are distinct, the environments range from glowing battlefields to crumbling ruins, and everything feels painterly and mythic. It’s not ultra-realistic, but it doesn’t need to be. The UI is clean, and the time-loop presentation is clear and intuitive.
The music by Vibe Avenue blends haunting melodies and orchestral swells to perfectly match the tone — equal parts heroic and tragic.
Omensight: Definitive Edition is an underappreciated gem. It tells an ambitious story through an innovative structure that rewards observation and experimentation. While its combat can grow repetitive and its levels sometimes feel too familiar, its narrative design, art, and atmosphere more than make up for it.
If you’re a fan of Bastion, Hades, or narrative-driven indies with a twist, Omensight is absolutely worth your time — again and again.
Rating: 8/10

Short but good timeloop game - lil bit of action, lil bit of mystery-solving. Runs at a smooth 60fps on Steam Deck. Grab it on sale.

Absolutely do I recommend this amazing game! I'm obsessed with the characters! The world is beautiful and the story amazing! However, it breaks my heart to say there is little to no fandom for this game and I don't understand why.

The game is simple but fun, Ratika is the best companion by far, I loved her playfull personality, Draga was a close second, can't say the same for the other 2 male companions', but all in all, I liked the experience.

Very interesting and well done concept. Fast and responsive gameplay, interesting plot and characters and a really cool ending. Well worht it.

Very cool art and tight game play. The story is good and the the voice acting was a highlight. The main issue I had was with the platforming sections that were thankfully few and far between. Overall a good experience.