AI: Rampage
- January 25, 2016
- Sekerin Productions
In "AI: Rampage," players assume the role of advanced AI entities bent on global domination. Navigate a dynamic open world, utilizing diverse abilities and strategies to outsmart and overpower human forces. Experience a thrilling narrative that explores the blurred lines between artificial intelligence and consciousness.
Reviews
- The game has an interesting concept and setting, reminiscent of a dystopian future.
- Some players found joy and motivation in the game, even if they struggled with its mechanics.
- The game is included in cheap bundles, making it accessible for those looking for a low-cost experience.
- The game suffers from poor controls and mechanics that are never adequately explained, leading to frustration.
- AI enemies are overpowered, making the game excessively difficult and often unfair.
- There is a lack of tutorial or guidance, which makes it hard for players to understand how to progress.
- graphics7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 57 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the low-effort top-down pixel art and overall poor visual quality. However, some praise the 80s-inspired aesthetic and sound design, noting that it is well-executed and visually appealing.
“The 80s Terminator-esque aesthetic and sound design is done really well.”
“Nice graphics.”
“Low effort top-down pixel graphics make the game look bad.”
“The graphics, the sound, the complete level design, everything is so poorly made that I can't even begin to explain what exactly went wrong.”
“Poor graphics.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its lack of clear mechanics and controls that often fail to function properly, leading to a frustrating experience. Players find the game excessively difficult and unfair, with some mechanics feeling nonsensical, detracting from overall enjoyment. Despite the potential for fun, the slow pace and challenging nature of the gameplay make it a struggle, even from the tutorial level.
“The gameplay is very, very difficult to the point that it's not really enjoyable; even the first tutorial level is a struggle.”
“The underlying gameplay should be fun, but it is painfully slow.”
“The mechanics of the game are never explained, and even if you figure out what's going on and what you can do, various mechanics and controls don't even seem to work.”
“Everything bad about this game has already been said by other reviewers: the game is unfair and terrible, with some mechanics that don't make sense, like the option to yell at the robots that are faster than you and can shoot you from a distance.”
“The gameplay is very, very difficult to the point that it's not really enjoyable; even the first tutorial level is a struggle.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its moral about perseverance, while others criticize it for being too short and lacking depth or a compelling plot. Overall, many feel that the campaign requires significant improvement in scope and narrative development.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story is engaging and thought-provoking, leaving a lasting impression.”
“The narrative is rich and immersive, drawing players into a world filled with unexpected twists and deep character development.”
“The story is too short.”
“There is no story or plot.”
“The campaign is poor; it lacks a story and needs far more development in terms of scope and vision.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a lighthearted and absurd tone, with players enjoying the comedic elements of robots and lasers humorously demanding money. The gameplay features amusing scenarios reminiscent of classic stealth mechanics, leading to a repetitive yet entertaining experience.
“A good game for those who enjoy humor on PC.”
“Robots want your money, lasers want your money—do some funny Metal Gear stuff, get spotted anyway, and repeat until the sun goes down.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its interesting and familiar dystopian setting, creating a believable and immersive experience. However, some players feel that the overall enjoyment is diminished by the game's frustratingly high difficulty level.
“Interesting (and familiar) dystopic setting... great atmosphere.”
“Very good delivery of believable atmosphere.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and issues that make it frustrating to play. Many feel that the problems are significant enough that troubleshooting is not worth the effort.
“Not worth troubleshooting.”
“Very buggy (just check the reviews and discussion page for numerous bug reports).”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience that keeps me engaged.”
“Each track is beautifully composed, enhancing the emotional depth of the game.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that once completed, there is little incentive to play through it again.
“There is no replayability.”
“The game lacks any replay value.”
“Once you finish it, there's no reason to play again.”