Anchors Blockade Zone:Prologue

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WISHLIST PLZ!https://store.steampowered.com/app/2196860/__AnchorsBlockade_Zone/ About the Game Difference between Prologue and Official Edition Prologue opens up a map Anchor: Blockade Zone game, is a collection of gun modification, exploring the map, death drop equipment of the Cthulhu theme 2D pixel style shooter. The game puts you in the role of an agent who enters a blockade zone to investi…

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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 74 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential with interesting gameplay mechanics and a unique combination of weapon modifications and exploration.
The graphics and sound design are impressive, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
It's a free game that offers a thrilling survival experience in a post-apocalyptic setting, making it accessible for players to try.

The localization is poor, with many English translations being nonsensical and lacking clarity, making it difficult for players to understand the game.
The game feels unfinished and buggy, with numerous technical issues that hinder gameplay and overall enjoyment.
The tutorial is underwhelming and fails to adequately introduce new players to the game's mechanics, leading to confusion and frustration.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
30%
15%
The gameplay of the reviewed game is characterized by a fun and engaging loop, with a mix of survival mechanics and advanced weapon modifications that appeal to players. However, many users noted significant bugs and a lack of clarity in tutorials, which detracts from the overall experience, especially for new players. Despite these issues, the game offers depth and variety, making it a promising title for further development.
- “Again, there's a really fun gameplay loop here and I'm eager to explore it.”
- “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.”
- “A lot of mechanical depth seems to be here, but it's inscrutable to me.”
- “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.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and tense post-apocalyptic setting, effectively capturing the essence of survival amidst a chaotic environment. Players appreciate the high-quality graphics and sound design that enhance the feeling of being in a real battlefield, while the intriguing storyline and customization options contribute to a captivating experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both suspenseful and engaging, making it a standout feature for fans of the survival genre.
- “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.”
- “A survival game on a base filled with the atmosphere of the apocalypse.”
- “Despite the strangeness, the atmosphere is strangely captivating.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The game's story is described as intriguing and compelling, enhanced by a suspenseful atmosphere and horror elements that contribute to an engaging experience. However, players have noted issues with gameplay mechanics, such as starting missions with unloaded weapons, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and immersion in the narrative. Despite some linearity and brevity, the plot and variety of weapons are seen as strong points.
- “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
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics in "Anchors Blockade" are generally praised for their high quality and ability to create an immersive atmosphere, effectively complementing the game's sound design. However, some users feel that the visuals appear unfinished in certain aspects. Overall, the game is noted for its stunning visuals that enhance the engaging gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are at a high level; every sound, 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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to have numerous bugs, leading to a somewhat unstable experience; however, many players still find it enjoyable despite these issues, likening it to a fun, albeit flawed, pre-release version.
- “The game still has lots of bugs, but it's at least fun as a buggy pre-release game right now.”
- “It is a very buggy game, but I still enjoy it.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as pleasant and of high quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside an interesting plot.
- “The music is pleasant, the quality is good, and the plot is interesting.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its strong optimization, making it compatible and performing well across a variety of devices.
- “It is well optimized and suitable for different devices.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky and absurd elements, such as sentient mutant squirrels, which may not resonate with all players, particularly those who prefer darker comedic themes.
- “Trust me, the sentient mutant squirrels don't appreciate dark humor.”