1000xResist
- May 9, 2024
- sunset visitor 斜陽過客
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"1000xRESIST is a single-player Horror Adventure game with an intriguing story, compelling visuals, and an amazing soundtrack. The game combines "big idea" sci-fi and coming-of-age themes, offering a cerebral and emotional experience. As Watcher, you serve humanity 1000 years in the future, fighting a disease spread by an alien occupation."
Nintendo Switch
PC
Reviews
- Incredible storytelling that tackles complex themes of generational trauma, identity, and resistance in a unique sci-fi setting.
- Beautiful art direction and a haunting soundtrack that enhance the emotional impact of the narrative.
- Fully voiced characters with strong performances that bring depth and nuance to the story.
- Navigation in the main hub can be confusing and tedious, making it difficult to find objectives.
- Limited gameplay mechanics, primarily consisting of walking and dialogue, which may not appeal to all players.
- Some voice acting performances feel flat or awkward at times, detracting from the overall immersion.
- story1,004 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of "1000xresist" is widely praised for its intricate, multi-layered narrative that explores themes of generational trauma, diaspora, and resistance against oppression, particularly in the context of the Hong Kong protests. Reviewers highlight its emotional depth, compelling character arcs, and the unique way it utilizes the video game medium to tell a story that could not be effectively conveyed through traditional formats like film or literature. While some players noted pacing issues and a lack of gameplay mechanics, the overwhelming consensus is that the storytelling is a standout achievement, making it a must-play for fans of narrative-driven experiences.
“1000xresist is a story that you can tell was deeply personal to the people writing, discussing political ideology, the concept of family, home, love, and indeed, resistance in a way that can only be expressed from a firsthand perspective.”
“The story is brilliant and unlike anything I've ever experienced, blending large-scale sci-fi with an intimate family story.”
“This game is a narrative walking simulator with one hell of a story that pulls you in and makes you feel like you are in it.”
“However, the story also feels like it has been constructed by 3 or 5 people at the end, like the metaphor when someone says that there are too many cooks in the kitchen, this feels exactly like that.”
“I understand that 'in real life' there are stories like that, that have no ending, no conclusion, but this is fantasy; you can't leave a whole story like this unresolved, you can't take the easy way out and say 'that's life'.”
“The game spends so much time trusting its players to piece together the story, only to not trust them in choosing the ending they want.”
- gameplay235 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "1000xresist" is minimal and primarily consists of exploration, dialogue interactions, and light puzzle-solving, resembling a visual novel or walking simulator. While some players find the gameplay simplistic and occasionally tedious, many agree that it effectively serves the narrative, which is the game's main draw. The unique time-shifting mechanic adds an interesting layer to the storytelling, but overall, those seeking a robust gameplay experience may be disappointed.
“There is a literal time-shifting mechanic at many points where you can shift between different points in time to piece together memories and narratives that have become disconnected in their present moment.”
“The gameplay is simple - mostly walking and exploring - and it works well with the story and worldbuilding without becoming obtrusive or burdensome.”
“While not much in terms of gameplay, playing more like a walking sim/visual novel than anything else, I found the story of the game to be quite good, with interesting writing and a nice arc.”
“The biggest negative is that there's no real gameplay, but the voice acting, writing, and artistic design more than made up for that.”
“There's not much 'gameplay' per se, as most of this is a visual novel with some degree of player agency (mostly dialogue).”
“If you play games solely for their gameplay, you're not going to find what you're looking for at literally any point in this game's runtime.”
- emotional154 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly praised, with many players reporting multiple instances of crying due to its deeply personal and heartfelt narrative. Reviewers highlight the exceptional writing, voice acting, and music that enhance the emotional impact, making it a memorable experience that tackles complex themes such as generational trauma, identity, and loss. Overall, the game is described as a powerful emotional journey that resonates long after the credits roll, with some considering it one of the most impactful stories in recent gaming history.
“This game made me cry repeatedly.”
“Genuinely one of the most heartfelt and touching stories in a video game, certainly of the past few years.”
“An immensely heartfelt, beautifully melancholic, thought-provoking exploration of a bevy of well-realised, often very difficult themes and flawed characters throughout several generations that fucked me right up.”
- music138 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its haunting, beautiful, and atmospheric qualities, effectively enhancing the emotional depth of the narrative. Many reviewers highlighted the exceptional soundtrack as a key element that complements the storytelling and voice acting, creating an immersive experience. While some opinions varied, with a few finding the music less memorable, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's captivating atmosphere and emotional resonance.
“The music is haunting, beautiful, atmospheric, tense and all helps to build on the story too, adding another element that pulls you deeper.”
“The soundtrack is excellent and if it ever gets a physical release I'll be buying it.”
“The ethereal soundtrack lingers in your heart while you listen to it, it is gorgeous.”
“A walking simulator with what could generously be called a soundtrack and a story that makes no sense.”
“Mentioned it a bit earlier, but this is mainly the mix of music/voice audio, with the issue of music being too loud to where I couldn't hear a character speaking, even with changing audio levels in settings.”
“The opening scene is a murder and there's sad music playing with the characters waxing poetic, but I have no idea who these people are.”
- graphics130 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag, with many reviewers noting that while they are not technically impressive or AAA quality, they possess a unique and striking art style that enhances the storytelling. The visuals are often described as simple yet effective, with evocative framing and a strong aesthetic that contributes to the overall immersive experience. Despite some criticisms regarding animation quality and occasional immersion-breaking moments, the game's artistic direction and cinematography are frequently praised for their ability to convey deep emotional narratives.
“Absolutely incredible work with striking visuals, incredible music, simple yet emotional voice acting, and dead certainty about what story it's telling and how it's going to accomplish it.”
“The visuals and sounds are done and presented so purposefully well.”
“The visuals are stunning and the various camera perspectives and gameplay styles really kept me engaged.”
“I've seen visual novels with better graphics.”
“Some of the worst writing and graphics I have ever seen, and I went to art school with kids who thought they were also game developers.”
“The overall look and aesthetic is a violent insult to the eyes but at the same time has instances of coolness and charm.”
- optimization26 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while it runs smoothly with minimal stuttering and solid performance, some players noted that it demands significant system resources despite its relatively simple graphics. The lack of options to adjust quality settings for better performance was also highlighted as a drawback. However, the captivating art direction and exceptional voice performances largely compensate for these technical shortcomings.
“I finished this once on Switch and bought it again on Steam for the improved performance and achievements.”
“Graphics are beautifully stylized (screenshots don't do it justice, in motion it's extremely captivating) and performance is rock solid.”
“Game runs smoothly, no wonder.”
“The technical design and visuals of the game are at times a hit or miss - not for lack of vision but (I would guess) funding and experience in this medium.”
“My one real complaint is the system demands that this game takes seems large for the kind of game it is - and there are no real options to reduce quality to increase performance.”
“The hub area can be pretty confusing to get around, and I personally thought some of the vocal performances were a bit weak.”
- atmosphere24 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its haunting and beautiful soundtrack, immersive world-building, and exceptional voice acting, which together create a captivating and thought-provoking experience. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke a sense of mystery and emotional depth, with visuals and sound design that enhance the narrative. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a masterclass in presentation, drawing players into a uniquely crafted sci-fi universe that feels both familiar and original.
“The presentation lulls you into a hypnotic state of calm with excellent voice acting, a tonal and atmospheric (yet still melodic) soundtrack, and environments that are frustratingly difficult to screenshot as the beauty is in the crafted experience of inhabiting the space, not in how it uses a 16:9 rectangle to frame it.”
“Every part of the experience is impeccably composed: the way that the story is delivered through exploration of the allmother's memories, the depth of world-building through NPC dialogue and atmospheric, beautifully-rendered environments, and a gorgeously evocative, emotional soundtrack.”
“I can't even believe this is an indie title; the quality of dialogue, scene composition, sound design, voice acting, and atmosphere blows even the highest budget movies out of the water.”
“There is an awkwardness in the delivery that feels very reminiscent of some older PS2-era classics, and while I do feel like some moments could have landed better or hit harder with a more robust delivery, I eventually became accustomed to the flow, sensing it was part of the atmosphere the game was trying to achieve.”
“In addition to all that, it manages to make use of some of its budget limitations (no animation for 95% of the dialogue for example, characters are simply in frozen poses) to deliver on its themes and build its otherworldly and frozen-in-time-like atmosphere.”
“The game's story and atmosphere has a familiarity to it, reminding me of other stories but it is entirely its own in execution.”
- humor19 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a delightful blend of campy and poignant moments, effectively balancing serious themes with genuine laughs. Reviewers appreciate the distinct voices of characters and the clever writing that elicits both laughter and emotional depth, making the experience engaging and memorable. Overall, the humor serves as a refreshing counterpoint to the game's darker elements, enhancing its narrative impact.
“The humor is super up my alley; I love how campy it can be while also having really genuine and vulnerable moments as well.”
“The writing can be poignant, biting, and funny, and even side characters have distinct voices.”
“The game is somber but mercifully injects humor between the more dire moments.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight that the grinding aspect of the game often feels tedious due to repetitive tasks, confusing navigation, and labyrinthine level design. While some players appreciate the intimacy developed with the hub area over time, the overall gameplay can be slow and unfocused, leading to frustration during exploration and character interactions. Despite these issues, many agree that the story and presentation help mitigate the grinding experience.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“There are also a handful of sequences that rely a bit too much on repetitive tasks spaced through time manipulation sequences that get a bit tedious.”
“Most of the gameplay is walking around and interacting with things and people, which is made tedious by the barebones navigation UX, labyrinthine structure of some of the maps, and sections where you are made to walk back and forth between a handful of characters.”
“Only marred by its gameplay, which is ambitious at times but can be tedious, unfocused, literally directionless as it oftentimes doesn't tell you what you need to do or where anything is, which is extremely compounded by the byzantine level design of its main setting.”
- character development5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game features impressive character development, highlighted by unique urban-punk designs that, despite many characters being clones, contribute to a rich and thought-provoking narrative. Reviewers praise the artistic backdrop and scene composition, emphasizing that the retro aesthetic enhances the overall experience rather than detracts from it.
“Not to mention the amazing plot and thought-out character development.”
“Some of the best character design I've seen in a while and a truly beautiful and inspiring sci-fi setting, which in my opinion is really hard to find nowadays.”
“The character designs are appropriately urban-punk.”
“This game isn't about graphical fidelity, so if that's your main driver for diving into a game, jump into this one knowing it's going to have a retro look. However, the character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users generally rate the game's replayability highly, with an average score of 4 out of 5. This suggests that players find enough variety and engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is marred by a somewhat buggy save/load system, which has led to user frustrations.
“The save/load system is somewhat buggy.”
