Yo gamers, we gotta talk about MindsEye — the debut game from Leslie Benzies’ Build a Rocket Boy — because things have gotten messy… but also kinda interesting. After launching to what can only be described as a trainwreck, the game has already been slapped with a 30% discount across multiple retailers just one month post-release.
So, is it finally worth checking out at the $40 price tag? Let’s dive into the madness.
What Went Wrong With MindsEye?
To put it bluntly: MindsEye flopped harder than a tilted tower drop with no loot.
Before launch, no early review copies were sent to press (🚩 red flag), and the few creators who got their hands on it called it a “broken mess.” Sadly, that wasn’t just pre-release jank. The final build shipped with bugs, performance issues, and all the polish of a PS2 beta.
The reviews? Woof. Sitting at a 37 on Metacritic, it’s currently the worst-reviewed game of 2025. And yeah, we’ve still got half a year to go, but something really awful would have to come out to knock this thing off that sad little throne.
The Price Drop: $40 Across Major Retailers
Thanks to The Gamer for spotting it, but here’s the deal:
- 30% off at: Target, Walmart, Amazon, GameStop, and Steam
- Still full price on: PlayStation Store & Xbox Store (come on, guys)
- Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC
So yeah, if you’re even remotely curious, $40 isn’t a bad entry point—especially if you’re betting on a comeback story.
🎮 Hot Tip: Go digital on Steam or grab a physical copy from one of the discount-friendly retailers. Avoid paying $60 unless you’re into pain.
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Could MindsEye Actually Be Fixed?
Here’s the plot twist: Build a Rocket Boy isn’t walking away from this mess.
Studio head Leslie Benzies — yeah, that guy from GTA — told staff that MindsEye will relaunch and “bounce back.” Big Cyberpunk 2077 redemption arc energy right there. No one knows exactly how, but if you’ve got the patience, it might be worth grabbing it now before it gets further discounted or patched into something decent.
They’re already rolling out hotfixes and updates. But hey, No Man’s Sky was once a meme too. Now look at it.
Despite Everything… MindsEye Sold Pretty Well?
This is the weirdest part: Even with all the backlash, MindsEye debuted at #4 on the UK physical sales chart last month. That’s higher than Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Seriously. People either love a good trainwreck or Benzies still has that Rockstar clout.
Is MindsEye Worth Buying Right Now?
Let’s be real — at full price, MindsEye was a hard no. But at $40, it becomes an interesting gamble:
- If you’re a sucker for underdog stories, grab it now and hope for the comeback.
- If you want something playable today, maybe wait for more patches… or a deeper discount.
- If you’re just curious to see how bad it really is — this is the lowest risk price point so far.
Worst case? You get a front-row seat to one of gaming’s messiest launches. Best case? You snag a flawed gem before it gets polished.
💬 Sound off — did you try MindsEye yet? Is this a Cyberpunk 2077 situation or more like Babylon’s Fall? Let’s argue about it in the comments.
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