Acre Crisis
- July 17, 2024
- David Pateti
Get on Steam"Acre Crisis" is a first-person shooter and survival horror game featuring an Arcade mode, a Story mode, and a Multiplayer mode (Cooperative and Competitive), along with a retro aesthetic with graphics and effects reminiscent of the PS1. The game is set in 1992 in the Acre region, in the Amazon jungle. In 1992, following a series of mysterious deaths caused by wild animals, as well as s…
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of Brazilian history, folklore, and classic dinosaur-themed survival horror, creating an immersive atmosphere.
- Gameplay is nostalgic and fun, with satisfying combat and a variety of weapons that provide good feedback.
- The story mode is surprisingly good, and the game is recommended for fans of retro FPS games and classic dinosaur titles.
- The first-person shooter mechanics can feel clunky, with players often getting stuck on objects while moving.
- The arcade mode can become repetitive when played solo, lacking variety in gameplay.
- The retro graphics may not appeal to everyone, as they are not scientifically accurate and resemble older depictions of dinosaurs.
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story in this game is praised for its immersive atmosphere and believable narrative, effectively blending classic dinosaur-themed survival horror with a Brazilian setting. Players found the story mode to be surprisingly engaging, enhancing the overall experience of the retro FPS gameplay.
“This time he dove into classic dinosaur-themed survival horror, and once again he managed to build a believable story and an immersive atmosphere, mixing together Brazil with... dinosaurs, nonetheless!”
“The story mode actually surprised me how good it was.”
“Great retro FPS game with a horde 'arcade' mode and story mode.”
“There is no story.”
“Great retro FPS game with a horde 'arcade' mode, but the story mode is lacking.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their genuine immersion, enhanced by retro designs and models of dinosaurs that evoke the nostalgic depictions from the 80s and 90s.
“Genuine immersion, further increased by the retro graphics and the retro models of the dinosaurs, which resemble the depictions we had of these animals in the 80s and 90s.”
“The retro graphics and dinosaur models look like the depictions we had of these animals in the 80s and 90s, which detracts from genuine immersion.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and focuses on core mechanics without unnecessary complexity, appealing to players who appreciate simplicity.
“It's just gameplay.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its immersive blend of a believable story set in a dinosaur-themed survival horror context, effectively combining elements of Brazilian culture with the prehistoric setting.
“This time he dove into classic dinosaur-themed survival horror, and once again he managed to build a believable story and an immersive atmosphere, mixing together Brazil with... dinosaurs, nonetheless!”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“The grinding in this game is both rewarding and addictive.”
“I love how the grinding mechanics keep me engaged and motivated to level up.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
