Anchors Blockade Zone:Prologue

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"Battle hostile agents and monsters in Anchors Blockade Zone: Prologue, a 2D pixel style shooter set in a Cthulhu-themed blockade zone. As an agent, explore the map, gather supplies, complete quests, and uncover the truth along the way. Expect the unexpected as you encounter time-traveling adventures and otherworldly creatures."

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Free to Play

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

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 148 reviews

gameplay22 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game has great potential with an interesting concept and engaging gameplay mechanics.
It features a variety of weapons and customization options, providing a unique experience for players.
The graphics and sound design are impressive, creating an immersive atmosphere in a post-apocalyptic setting.

The localization is poor, with many translation errors making it difficult for English speakers to understand the game.
The game feels unfinished and buggy, with numerous issues affecting gameplay and user experience.
The tutorial is lacking, providing insufficient guidance for new players, which can lead to confusion and frustration.

gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
37%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics and engaging loop, with a good balance of depth and accessibility for new players. However, many users noted significant bugs, awkward controls, and a rushed tutorial that detracts from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game offers a unique survival experience with diverse weapons and an immersive atmosphere, making it appealing for fans of the genre.
- “Excellent survival game, a bunch of different weapons, interesting gameplay and, most surprisingly, the game is free.”
- “The gameplay is easy to learn, but deep enough to allow you to show off your tactical skills.”
- “The game's immersive atmosphere and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the survival genre.”
- “It feels like the game would have been better if they had focused more on the moment-to-moment gameplay and the new-player experience, because those just feel so lacking.”
- “The intro cutscene was so fast I couldn't read anything; basic inventory and menu controls are awkward and slow. The overworld tutorial rushes you through gameplay without explaining what you're actually doing; it's just a mess.”
- “A lot of mechanical depth seems to be here, but it's inscrutable to me.”
atmosphere
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
27%
17%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and captivating qualities, effectively evoking a tense post-apocalyptic setting filled with the sounds and visuals of a real battlefield. Players appreciate the combination of high-quality graphics, an intriguing storyline, and a variety of weapons that enhance the overall experience, making it a standout title for survival genre enthusiasts. The atmosphere not only keeps players engaged but also adds a layer of suspense that contributes to the game's unforgettable nature.
- “The graphics are at a high level, every sound, every movement creates the atmosphere of a real battlefield.”
- “Good game that offers a tense and exciting experience in an atmospheric post-apocalyptic setting.”
- “The game's immersive atmosphere and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the survival genre.”
- “Survive in a base filled with the atmosphere of the apocalypse.”
- “Despite the strangeness, the atmosphere is strangely captivating.”
- “A survival game on a base filled with the atmosphere of the apocalypse.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The game's story is described as compelling and intriguing, complemented by a suspenseful atmosphere and horror elements that enhance the overall experience. However, players express frustration with gameplay mechanics, particularly the lack of guidance on preparing for missions, which detracts from the immersion. Despite some linearity and brevity, the narrative and variety of weapons are seen as strong points that contribute positively to the game.
- “The music is pleasant, the quality is good, the plot is interesting.”
- “While the game may be short and the gameplay a bit linear, its compelling story, variety of weapons, and horror elements make up for these shortcomings.”
- “A vast array of weapons and customization options, an intriguing storyline, and an atmosphere that keeps the player in suspense - all these elements combine to create an unforgettable gaming experience.”
- “The biggest red flag that the developers haven't actually played their own game is that your weapon always starts unloaded when you enter a mission.”
- “You have to go into your warehouse and arm your guys in order to even go out (the game doesn't tell you this, so unless you click a bunch of things to figure it out yourself, you're screwed going into the actual missions).”
- “I quit the game after trying to go on another mission to loot.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics in "Anchors Blockade" and its prologue are generally praised for their high quality and ability to create an immersive battlefield atmosphere, complemented by excellent sound design. However, some users feel that the game appears unfinished in certain aspects, suggesting room for improvement. Overall, the visuals are described as stunning and engaging, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are at a high level; every sound and every movement creates the atmosphere of a real battlefield.”
- “Anchors Blockade Zone: Prologue is a great game with stunning graphics and sound, diverse gameplay, and an engaging plot.”
- “An engaging and immersive experience, Anchorhead: Prologue combines stunning visuals with intense gameplay.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to have numerous bugs, leading to a generally unstable experience; however, many players find it enjoyable despite these issues, likening it to a fun, albeit flawed, pre-release title.
- “The game is still plagued with numerous bugs, but I find it enjoyable despite its pre-release feel.”
- “It is a very buggy game, but I still enjoy playing it.”
- “The game has a lot of bugs, yet I still find it fun in its current state.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is consistently described as pleasant and of good quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside an interesting plot.
- “The music is pleasant, the quality is good, the plot is interesting.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its strong optimization, making it suitable for a variety of devices.
- “It is well optimized and suitable for different devices.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky and absurd elements, such as the presence of sentient mutant squirrels, which may not resonate with fans of dark humor. Overall, the comedic style leans towards the whimsical rather than the macabre.
- “Trust me, the sentient mutant squirrels don't appreciate dark humor.”

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