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180 Files: The Aegis Project

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72%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, graphics
90% User Score Based on 31 reviews

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180 Files: The Aegis Project is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Choice of Games and was released on July 9, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"180 Files: The Aegis Project" is a sci-fi visual novel game where players assume the role of a detective investigating a mysterious organization. The game features multiple endings based on player choices, with a focus on uncovering the truth behind a series of conspiracies. Through interactive dialogue and puzzle-solving, players must navigate a complex web of characters and plot twists to solve the case.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews
story16 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The writing is tight and polished, making it easy to engage with the story and characters.
  • Player choices significantly impact relationships and mission outcomes, adding depth to the gameplay.
  • The game features a solid cast of interesting characters, particularly the standout character Angel, who adds intrigue and potential for deeper exploration.
  • The story feels short and rushed, especially towards the end, leaving players wanting more resolution and emotional payoff.
  • Some characters are underdeveloped, and conversations often feel cut short, limiting character depth and interaction.
  • The game ends abruptly, suggesting a sequel without providing a satisfying conclusion to the current narrative.
  • story
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in [i]The Aegis Project[/i] is well-crafted and engaging, allowing player choices to significantly influence relationships and mission outcomes, though many reviewers felt it lacked depth and resolution, leaving major plot threads open for a potential sequel. While the writing is smart and immersive, some characters feel underdeveloped, and the pacing often sacrifices character interactions for plot progression. Overall, the game offers a captivating spy narrative reminiscent of classic choose-your-own-adventure tales, but many players wished for a more satisfying conclusion and deeper exploration of the story's elements.

    • “It’s smartly written, lean, and does a great job letting your choices shape the story.”
    • “If you’re looking for a short, well-written spy story where your choices and skills matter, the aegis project is worth your time.”
    • “The characters were great, the plot and writing were superb, and who doesn't love flirting with the enemy?”
    • “There's no depth to the story.”
    • “Just when things start to ramp up, the story cuts to the epilogue.”
    • “The plot doesn’t wrap cleanly; it leaves major threads open in a way that feels less like resolution and more like, 'see you in part 2!'”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its solid spy mechanics, engaging plot, and well-developed characters. Players appreciate the clarity in how choices affect stats, making the experience enjoyable and accessible.

    • “Really solid spy gameplay.”
    • “In terms of gameplay, I really enjoyed the plot, dialogue, and characters.”
    • “Firstly, gameplay and plot - it’s quite easy to understand which choices raise or demand specific stats, so players won’t find it annoying or hard.”
    • “Firstly, the gameplay and plot are quite easy to understand, as players can easily identify which choices raise or demand specific stats, so it won't be annoying or hard.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users indicate that the game possesses a degree of replayability, suggesting that players may find value in revisiting it.

    • “The game offers a surprising amount of replay value, keeping me engaged long after my first playthrough.”
    • “Each playthrough feels unique, thanks to the diverse choices and outcomes available.”
    • “I love how the game encourages multiple runs, with different strategies and paths to explore.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game is praised for its polish and tension, many users feel it falls short of delivering a satisfying emotional or narrative conclusion, leaving the experience feeling incomplete.

    • “It’s polished, smart, and full of tension, but it also ends before it fully delivers the emotional or narrative payoff.”
    • “It hits the 'wrap-up' note but lacks the emotional payoff.”
  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant art style and detailed environments, while others criticize the character models and occasional visual glitches. Overall, the aesthetic appeal is strong, but technical issues detract from the experience for some users.

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180 Files: The Aegis Project is a casual role playing game.

180 Files: The Aegis Project is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

180 Files: The Aegis Project was released on July 9, 2020.

180 Files: The Aegis Project was developed by Choice of Games.

180 Files: The Aegis Project has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

180 Files: The Aegis Project is a single player game.

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