Alien Extraction
- March 28, 2022
- Crooks Peak
Get on SteamThere's a big alien mess and somebody's gotta clean it up...Control an alien infested space station from the safety of your security desk in this funny, brain bending VR simulator game. You're a space security guard; you need to guide the station janitor, Lenny, through dangerous situations while earning achievements along the way. Use every tool at your disposal: Control the space facility f…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The puzzles are well thought out, challenging, and rewarding, providing a sense of achievement.
- Lenny is a lovable character, and the game features a good mix of comedy and strategy.
- The game offers a unique VR experience with engaging gameplay that keeps players entertained.
- The interaction mechanics are limited, with simple button pressing that doesn't fully utilize VR capabilities.
- The audio and visual presentation is poor, with low-quality textures and a lack of immersive elements.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and frustrating, particularly with the escort mission mechanics.
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story in "Escort Mission" is praised for its engaging narrative and well-crafted puzzles, offering a balanced mix of challenge and mystery that keeps players invested.
“Really great puzzles with an engaging story line that has the perfect level of challenge and mystery.”
“It's an 'escort mission' VR game.”
“It's an 'escort mission' VR game.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the art and graphic design choices that enhance the overall experience, others criticize the low-quality textures, particularly on security cameras and the map, raising questions about the necessity of VR in this context.
“Love the art and graphic design choices; they really help complement the game.”
“Now, I don't terribly mind simple graphics, but looking at the low-quality textures of the security cameras and the map, I really begin to question why this game would need VR at all.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its interesting and rewarding puzzles, as well as its engaging mechanics that involve managing security cameras, controlling doors, and piloting a versatile rover drone across various levels. Players find the experience immersive, particularly while operating from the control room.
“The puzzles are interesting and rewarding, and the gameplay works really well sitting in the control room.”
“I enjoyed the novel gameplay which involved checking various security cameras, controlling doors, and piloting a very versatile 'rover drone' through the many levels.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of wit and vulnerability, making the characters relatable and engaging. Players appreciate the smart comedic elements that enhance the overall experience.
“He's my kinda guy...funny, smart...vulnerable...”
