Agent Intercept
- June 16, 2021
- PikPok
Keeping a satisfying gameplay loop at its most energetic for as long as it possibly can, Agent Intercept’s worst sin is being just long enough that the simplicity drags the core experience down over time.
"Agent Intercept" is an action-packed spy game where players take on the role of a special agent in high-speed car chases, performing stunts, and using an arsenal of gadgets to take down enemies. Players must navigate various missions, evading obstacles and battling bosses in a variety of stylish vehicles, with the ultimate goal of saving the world. With its sleek graphics and intense gameplay, "Agent Intercept" offers a thrilling experience for fans of the spy genre.
Reviews
- The game features engaging and fun gameplay, reminiscent of classic titles like Spy Hunter and Star Fox.
- Visually appealing with a unique art style, the game has a vibrant color palette and excellent voice acting.
- The story, while cliché, is entertaining and keeps players hooked throughout the experience.
- The game is relatively short, with a main campaign that can be completed in just a couple of hours.
- Some players find the gameplay too simplistic and on-rails, lacking the depth and control expected from a vehicular combat game.
- There are issues with bugs and crashes, which can detract from the overall experience.
- story44 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mix of engaging spy clichés and lighthearted fun, with innovative storytelling and good voice acting, though some find it too childish or insubstantial for its price. While the main campaign is relatively short, lasting just over two hours, it is complemented by side missions that add replayability. Overall, players appreciate the entertaining narrative and colorful presentation, despite some frustrations with mission requirements and progress systems.
“The game itself is very entertaining; I enjoyed it a lot, and the story had me hooked from start to finish.”
“The way they tell the story is also quite innovative.”
“I like that it's not a parody and that it's sincere about being a spy story; it's lighthearted fun and I had a good time with the story.”
“Not worth full price; the story is too childish and offers no upgrade for the club.”
“The story is a collection of spy-movie clichés.”
“Besides the story mode (which is a bit on the short side; 3 chapters, with 5 missions each), there are a number of side missions to keep you busy for a bit longer, and there's a time attack mode to add some additional replayability to the game.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its smoothness and excitement, blending elements from classic arcade games like Spyhunter and Starfox, while offering a unique secret agent experience. Players appreciate the accessible mechanics, beautiful graphics, and engaging action, although some note the mobile port's limitations and desire for a more empowering feel. Overall, the game delivers a fun, skill-based arcade experience with a charming aesthetic and solid voice acting.
“The gameplay is flawless; it feels smooth and exciting.”
“I've never seen gameplay like this, especially in the context of a secret agent narrative, and that gives it a huge plus.”
“It has striking character design, engaging gameplay, and a funky soundtrack.”
“I just wish it felt more free and empowering for being a spy vehicle, and for the gameplay to match.”
“This is a mobile port to PC, so expect that mobile style of gameplay here.”
“Gameplay wise, you just run through predetermined courses that have obstacles around the track, and enemies you have to fight.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their vibrant and colorful art style, with options for tuning and optimization for 4K on PC. While some users note that the visuals are not the absolute best, they appreciate the pleasing animations and stylish presentation, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, the frequent camera switching during gameplay has been criticized for detracting from the visual enjoyment.
“The graphics can be tuned to be beautiful, the story is great, and the gameplay is excellent.”
“The animation is amazing, the story is pretty good, the art style is pleasing to look at and cool, the music is great, there aren't too many characters to keep track of and they are really fun and quirky.”
“The graphics on computer have improved so much and it is so cool to play on a big screen!”
“Graphically, it's not the best, although the art style itself is very colorful.”
“I read that some say this game is a mobile port, knowing that today all game engines are cross-platform; in this version, the UI and graphics are optimized for 4K with full graphic options, gamepad rumble, key bindings, etc. All that is needed to play on PC.”
“The port itself is decent enough with graphical settings and gamepad support.”
- music11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its cinematic quality and fitting spy-themed vibe, enhancing the overall experience with a cartoony flair. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as both excellent and serviceable, particularly appealing to fans of the genre, while noting its consistency with the game's art and design. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect that complements the gameplay and atmosphere effectively.
“It has striking character design, engaging gameplay, and a funky soundtrack.”
“The music is perfect for this.”
“The game's soundtrack is serviceable if you have a history of loving this genre.”
“On its own merits, it's a lenient, cinematic vehicle game of ramming and stunt shooting, with somewhat fine generic spy music.”
“The original soundtrack is excellent, and it has such a cartoony spy vibe with the types of sound effects used when getting objectives and taking down vehicles.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally praised, with users noting that it runs smoothly even at maximum settings and features a well-adapted UI and graphics for 4K resolution. Despite some claims of it being a mobile port, the performance on PC is solid, offering full graphic options and customizable controls.
“The characters are pretty great at their performance, not in the level of other games, but it did give me the vibes of Renegade Ops, simple, grounded, and cool.”
“I read that some say this game is a mobile port, knowing that today all game engines are cross-platform; in this version, the UI and graphics are optimized for 4K with full graphic options, gamepad rumble, key bindings, etc. All that is needed to play on PC.”
“Performance-wise, it feels very smooth even on max settings.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability through a variety of circuits and three additional score attack modes, alongside side missions and a time attack mode, despite the main story mode being relatively short. Players can enjoy multiple challenges that extend gameplay beyond the initial narrative experience.
“There's a plethora of different circuits with the three additional score attack game modes, which offers more than enough replayability and challenge.”
“Besides the story mode (which is a bit on the short side; three chapters, with five missions each), there are a number of side missions to keep you busy for a bit longer, and there's a time attack mode to add some additional replayability to the game.”
“Besides the story mode (which is a bit on the short side; 3 chapters, with 5 missions each), there are a number of side missions to keep you busy for a bit longer, and there's a time attack mode to add some additional replayability to the game.”
“The game lacks significant incentives to replay once you've completed the main story, making it feel somewhat one-dimensional in terms of replayability.”
“While there are a few different modes to try, they don't offer enough variety to make me want to come back after finishing the main content.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the need to replay levels to accumulate points for mission completion. The speed and health penalties for wall-riding further complicate the experience, making it frustrating when trying to explore different paths or decelerate. Overall, the progress system is seen as a significant hindrance to enjoyment.
“But the worst thing is the progress system - you have to collect enough points to be able to complete the last mission in each section, which involves tedious replaying of levels.”
“Sometimes it can be very tedious when you just want to decelerate your car or take a different path without hitting any walls. In this game, you'll incur a speed penalty for wall-riding, along with a health penalty.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a colorful and vibrant style reminiscent of the Nintendo 3DS/PS Vita reboot of Spy Hunter, featuring cheesy characters and an array of neat gadgets that enhance the overall experience.
“The entire game's style resembles the Nintendo 3DS/PS Vita reboot of Spy Hunter, featuring cheesy characters, a colorful atmosphere, and neat gadgets you can use.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a vibrant world filled with unique characters and engaging environments.”
“Every detail contributes to a rich atmosphere that makes exploration feel rewarding and exciting.”
“The entire game's style resembles the Nintendo 3DS/PS Vita reboot of Spy Hunter, featuring cheesy characters and a colorful atmosphere that feels out of place.”
“The atmosphere lacks depth and fails to immerse players in the game world, making it feel more like a cartoon than a serious adventure.”
“Despite the vibrant visuals, the overall atmosphere feels shallow and uninspired, leaving players wanting a more engaging experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is positively noted, as it is a port for mobile devices that does not include any microtransactions, enhancing the overall experience for players.
“I recommend getting this on your mobile device, since this is a port and at least there are no microtransactions.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game features striking character design and engaging gameplay, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development. The focus seems to be more on aesthetics and overall experience rather than on the evolution of characters throughout the game.
“The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form meaningful connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
“The choices you make truly impact character growth, leading to unique and personalized experiences.”
Critic Reviews
Agent Intercept Review
Casting players as the driver of a technologically-advanced vehicle called Sceptre, Agent Intercept will appeal to those who fondly remember Spy Hunter.
70%Agent Intercept Review
Keeping a satisfying gameplay loop at its most energetic for as long as it possibly can, Agent Intercept’s worst sin is being just long enough that the simplicity drags the core experience down over time.
75%Agent Intercept Review
Agent Intercept offers a surprisingly thrilling action-adventure, but even with some improvements over the mobile version, the shallow and repetitive gameplay ultimately holds it back.
63%