# Time To Wake Up

> You're stuck in a dream. Blink and change your surroundings to escape the shadows of your past.

## Game facts

- Developer: Eye Blink Twice
- Publisher: Eye Blink Twice
- Release status: Released
- Release date: Oct 12, 2026
- Platforms: PC
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle
- Steam Deck: Verified (Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2509870/)
- Languages: Interface: American English, Dutch (Netherlands), Chinese (China), Chinese (Taiwan), Japanese (Japan), Korean (South Korea), Russian (Russia), Ukrainian (Ukraine), Polish (Poland); Subtitles: American English, Dutch (Netherlands), Chinese (China), Chinese (Taiwan), Japanese (Japan), Korean (South Korea), Russian (Russia), Ukrainian (Ukraine), Polish (Poland); Audio: American English (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/time-to-wake-up)

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Nov 7, 2026

### Strengths

- The original core mechanic of switching between two worlds by blinking is effectively integrated into the puzzles and narrative.
- Dreamlike, unreal environments, color palettes, and two-dimensional level design create strong immersion and a lasting impression.
- The narrative about the protagonist’s past, including trauma, family issues, and school bullying, and the structure of recovering memories foster empathy.

### Weaknesses

- Some feel that the blinking mechanic and puzzles become repetitive toward the end, with limited puzzle variety and little satisfaction from solving them.
- Some puzzles, such as the pipe-symbol puzzles, have vague explanations and hints, making their solutions difficult to understand.
- Some players feel that the total playtime of about two to three hours provides too little content for the price.

## Links

- [Time To Wake Up on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/4149)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/4149/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-09T17:19:08.511Z