V.L.A.D.i.K

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In the game "V.L.A.D.i.K," set in an alternate Russia, players experience a dictatorship under President "Navalny" who uses supermen to crush the opposition. However, one region still resists. This early access game, created by a single developer, features a fictional story with possible bugs, where all events and characters are invented and any resemblance to reality is coincidental.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

40%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

humor10 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a unique and humorous concept that can be entertaining for those who appreciate chaotic gameplay.
Some players find the audio and sound effects to be engaging and enjoyable.
The game is very affordable, making it a low-risk purchase for those curious about its potential.

The game is plagued with numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues, making it nearly unplayable.
The English translations are poorly executed, leading to confusion about the game's objectives and story.
Many players report that the game lacks clear direction and has a very small, underdeveloped world.

humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as both unintentional and absurd, stemming from poorly translated dialogue and numerous glitches that lead to laughable moments. Players find the game's randomness and quirky elements, such as bizarre weapons, to be entertaining, making it a humorous experience despite its flaws. Overall, it appeals to those who appreciate a chaotic and satirical take on the open-world genre.
- “The developer probably won't understand what I'm typing because his translating skills are awful, seeing as how the game's dialogue and questing is so poorly worded it's hilarious.”
- “This game is hilariously bad; I got it for $0.7, definitely worth it for the laugh.”
- “Very funny and random game but glitchy as hell - for the budget, very understandable.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its old-school FPS style, while others criticize it for being riddled with bugs, glitches, and broken mechanics that severely hinder the experience. Many users report crashes and nonsensical translations, leading to an overall impression of a poorly executed game.
- “Gameplay: 9/10”
- “- old school gameplay, old school FPS gameplay that is, nothing fancy, just plain old school”
- “- old school gameplay, old school FPS gameplay that is, nothing fancy, just plain old school”
- “I have always had a passion for them, but I cannot recommend this game as it's honestly just a mess of broken mechanics and Russian without translation, and what *is* translated might as well *not* be because it's so nonsensical.”
- “In ten minutes of gameplay, the game crashed twice on me... and when I finally got somewhere, I fell through the map.”
- “It is riddled with bugs, glitches, and broken gameplay mechanics that make it almost unplayable.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
50%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users highlighting significant issues such as bugs, low-poly models, and poor texture quality, particularly on lower settings. While some praise the open world and certain visual elements, the overall consensus points to a lack of optimization and clumsy animations, leading to frustrating loading times and a generally unattractive visual experience.
- “Awesome open world, beautiful graphics, interesting quests, and pretty good translation.”
- “So many bugs and glitches, as well as ugly graphics.”
- “The animations are very clumsy, the graphics are very low-poly and poorly detailed.”
- “If the graphics aren't on the highest setting, the textures look like smeared mud.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent crashes, freezes, and numerous glitches that hinder gameplay. Players report a lack of guidance and poor graphics, contributing to an overall frustrating experience that can make the game feel nearly unplayable.
- “It is riddled with bugs, glitches, and broken gameplay mechanics that make it almost unplayable.”
- “Game crashes to desktop, freezes, and fails to progress past loading screens often.”
- “Getting constant microfreezes.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The story features an impressive plot twist and serves as a compelling backdrop for exploration in a beautifully crafted open world. Drawing inspiration from postal games, it combines city sandbox elements with engaging quests, enhancing the overall experience. The translation is noted to be quite good, adding to the narrative's accessibility.
- “The plot twist is immense.”
- “The story (from what I can translate) is a good excuse to explore the open world.”
- “The developer took inspiration from postal games; it's a city sandbox story mayhem FPS.”
- “The developer took inspiration from Postal games; it's a city sandbox story mayhem FPS.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The optimization of the game has been criticized for its unstable performance, leaving players frustrated, especially those seeking a smooth experience. Additionally, issues such as broken English subtitles further detract from the overall quality.
- “Who won't like it: those who desire stable performance, can't decipher broken English subtitles, or are easily offended.”
- “A far cry from Far Cry: fight the performance!”
- “Very unstable performance.”
- “Those who desire stable performance will be disappointed.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
Reviewers suggest that the game's atmosphere could be significantly enhanced by the addition of subtle background music, similar to that found in Postal 2, to create a more immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The game's environment is rich with detail, creating a unique and engaging atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is enhanced by the stunning visuals and sound design, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The atmosphere could be significantly improved if the developers added subtle background music, similar to what was done in Postal 2.”
- “The atmosphere could be significantly improved if the developers added subtle background music, similar to what was done in Postal 2.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
300%
Users appreciate the music for its atmospheric qualities but suggest that it could be enhanced with the addition of subtle background music, similar to that found in Postal 2, to further enrich the gaming experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredible, but it could be even better if the developers added some background music, similar to what we see in Postal 2, very discreetly.”
- “The atmosphere could be improved significantly if the developers added subtle background music, similar to what was done in Postal 2.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's tone, which detracts from the overall experience.”