Anomaly Agent

91%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,458 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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Anomaly Agent combines its stylish presentation and addicting combat into one of the best indie experiences I've ever played.
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In "Anomaly Agent," play as Agent 70 and use anomaly weapons to stop otherworldly threats. Upgrade your character, engage in melee and firearm combat, and perform acrobatic moves to evade pursuers. Your decisions will impact the story's outcome in this action-packed adventure featuring unique bosses and character development.

  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Linux
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

91%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,458 reviews
story186 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Engaging and fun combat mechanics that allow for satisfying combos.
  • Great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and fits the game's atmosphere.
  • Charming pixel art and humorous dialogue that keep the gameplay light and enjoyable.
  • The game can feel repetitive, especially with limited enemy variety and some tedious boss fights.
  • Pacing issues arise due to frequent interruptions from dialogue and cutscenes.
  • Some controls can feel clunky, particularly when using a keyboard instead of a controller.
  • story403 mentions

    The game's story is generally described as fun, quirky, and engaging, with a unique premise involving time loops and SCP-like elements. While many players appreciate the humor and character interactions, some feel the narrative lacks depth and could benefit from more development, particularly in character arcs and plot complexity. Overall, the story is seen as a light-hearted complement to the gameplay, though opinions vary on its execution and impact.

    • “The story is unique; you essentially play as an SCP Foundation agent dealing with an anomaly.”
    • “The storytelling and worldbuilding are equally surreal and fun, and I love it!”
    • “The game effortlessly combines stunning visuals, immersive gameplay, and an intriguing storyline, creating an atmosphere that keeps players hooked from start to finish.”
    • “However, in terms of storytelling and character development, 'Anomaly Agent' can sometimes feel superficial.”
    • “The depth of the story and the background of the characters could have been elaborated further.”
    • “Story is honestly really not interesting at all even though they try to make a little plot twist in the end; all I thought was 'oh well this was called for and not interesting or anything that makes the story rich at all.'”
  • gameplay374 mentions

    The gameplay of "Anomaly Agent" is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, fluid combat, and enjoyable platforming elements, though some players noted issues with clunky controls and repetitive enemy types. The game features a rewarding combo system and a steady introduction of new abilities, keeping the experience fresh, while the vibrant visuals and soundtrack enhance the overall enjoyment. However, criticisms include a lack of variety in gameplay and occasional frustrating mechanics, particularly in platforming sections.

    • “The gameplay progression is amazing, the story is fun, and the music is a banger.”
    • “The gameplay is really solid; it's simple but still satisfying.”
    • “Anomaly agent offers smooth and fun gameplay and some enjoyable platform elements.”
    • “Enemies are reused frequently; there's only about 4 types really, which can make the gameplay feel a little stale at times, but the intractable environmental hazards make up for it.”
    • “Additionally, the control mechanics can sometimes feel clunky, which can be frustrating, especially during precise platforming sections.”
    • “The most disappointing part of the game is platforming; I expected more in terms of both challenge and platforming mechanics.”
  • music321 mentions

    The music in "Anomaly Agent" is widely praised as one of the game's standout features, with many reviewers highlighting its captivating synthwave soundtrack that enhances the cyberpunk atmosphere and complements the gameplay. Players describe the tracks as catchy and immersive, contributing significantly to the overall experience, although some note occasional repetitiveness. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a major draw for the game, making it a must-play for both music enthusiasts and fans of the genre.

    • “The music in each level successfully draws the player into the game and perfectly complements the action.”
    • “The immersive and pulsating tunes not only enhance the cyberpunk aesthetic but also play a crucial role in intensifying the gaming experience, making Anomaly Agent a must-play for both cyberpunk enthusiasts and music aficionados alike.”
    • “Anomaly Agent stands out as a captivating cyberpunk-themed action-platformer with its atmospheric design, synthwave music, and acrobatic gameplay.”
    • “The volume and intensity of the music should have varied more with the action scenes to enhance the experience.”
    • “There is only one issue I could point out that is non-stop repetitive music which started bothering after a while.”
    • “Since I didn't like the music very much, I turned it down and continued to listen to YouTube.”
  • graphics122 mentions

    The graphics of "Anomaly Agent" are characterized by a nostalgic pixel art style that effectively captures a retro aesthetic while integrating modern gameplay mechanics. While many players appreciate the detailed character designs and vibrant environments, some critique the visuals for being repetitive and lacking variety. Overall, the game's art style, combined with its cyberpunk atmosphere and engaging soundtrack, creates an immersive experience that resonates well with fans of the genre.

    • “The visual design of 'anomaly agent' takes players on a nostalgic journey with pixel graphics inspired by old games.”
    • “The retro feel from the pixel graphics and the cyberpunk environment along with the music makes the experience even better.”
    • “Anomaly agent is an impressive retro indie game that captivates with its nostalgic aesthetics and engaging gameplay mechanics.”
    • “The game world and character designs are detailed and meticulously crafted, but some players may find the graphics repetitive and lacking in variety.”
    • “The art style, while captivating at times, has many rookie mistakes; for example, when the airship descended from the sky, the model was clearly just upscaled with a scale ratio from the game engine, which made it look really out of place.”
    • “Rest of the graphical design is meh.”
  • humor117 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and ability to appeal to a diverse audience, with many players finding the dialogues and character interactions genuinely funny. While some reviews note that the humor can be hit or miss, overall, it contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment, with memorable moments like kicking a character throughout levels being highlighted as particularly amusing. However, a few players expressed disappointment with localization issues that affected the humor's impact in certain languages.

    • “The story is short, but well written and funny.”
    • “Overall, I think this is a great game; the characters are funny and some even charismatic!”
    • “The humor was the top feature for me in this game and I had a lot of fun with the story in this manner.”
    • “I really hope the jokes aren't this unfunny in the original version. If they are, I'll have to take it back and consider it another minus for the whole game. The German localization is terrible, as usual. I'm really uncertain if the people translating games to German nowadays are even German. I couldn't stand the German version so much that I switched to Turkish after 45 minutes of playing.”
  • atmosphere47 mentions

    The atmosphere of "Anomaly Agent" is widely praised for its captivating cyberpunk aesthetics and immersive synthwave soundtrack, which enhance the overall gaming experience. Players appreciate the dynamic environments and engaging visuals, although some note a lack of intricate details and humor that may detract from immersion. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a standout feature, effectively drawing players into its retro-futuristic world.

    • “Anomaly Agent stands out as a captivating cyberpunk-themed action-platformer with its atmospheric design, synthwave music, and acrobatic gameplay.”
    • “The game effortlessly combines stunning visuals, immersive gameplay, and an intriguing storyline, creating an atmosphere that keeps players hooked from start to finish.”
    • “Good concept, various and beautiful environments that will suck you into the atmosphere with brilliant looks and music.”
    • “I had difficulty immersing myself in the atmosphere of the game because it contained too much humor. Perhaps if it had been a bit more serious, it could have been more engaging for me. However, the game's humor is genuinely well-made.”
    • “The game has some weak points, but I believe that they are not big issues and the overall atmosphere compensates for them.”
    • “Atmosphere, music, art design?”
  • replayability20 mentions

    The game offers some replayability through multiple story paths, two endings, and a new game plus mode, but opinions are mixed regarding its effectiveness. While some players find the combat mechanics engaging and the overall experience enjoyable, others feel that the endings are underwhelming and do not significantly enhance replay value. Overall, players can expect around 8-9 hours of gameplay, with varying levels of interest in replaying the game.

    • “The combat mechanics are smooth and addictive, making for great replayability.”
    • “It's a short adventure that is enjoyable and replayable.”
    • “There appears to be replay value based on the different story paths you encounter throughout the game, as well as a new game plus that I unlocked after beating the game the first time, but the ending I did get was ultimately uneventful and underwhelming.”
    • “I was expecting multiple paths or endings that encourage replayability.”
    • “Content-wise, you'll get about 8-9 hours of fun on normal difficulty, depending on how good you are; and you do have 2 endings and a new game plus to help a bit with replayability.”
  • character development18 mentions

    Character development in "Anomaly Agent" is highlighted by its engaging choice-based dialogue system, which allows players to influence the story and characters. However, some players feel that the overall storytelling can be superficial, despite the detailed character designs and enjoyable mechanics. While the game excels in humor and visual appeal, the depth of character development may not meet everyone's expectations.

    • “The controls are very good, and the in-game character development mechanics are very enjoyable.”
    • “Anomaly Agent's story, combat variety, humor, and character designs are really great.”
    • “However, in terms of storytelling and character development, 'Anomaly Agent' can sometimes feel superficial.”
    • “The game world and character designs are detailed and meticulously crafted, but some players may find the graphics repetitive and lacking in variety.”
    • “I enjoyed the choice-based dialogue system, allowing the player to become a part of the story and affect character development.”
  • grinding15 mentions

    Players consistently express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort, likening it to needing a "second life." Many find the final battles and specific sections, such as the dance bar, to be particularly tedious and frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “However, towards the end of the game, the final battles were a bit tedious at best and a horrible and frustrating slog at worst.”
    • “The dance bar sections in particular were excruciatingly tedious to go through.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • stability7 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is generally praised, with users noting it runs well on the Steam Deck and is largely bug-free. However, some players have reported minor visual glitches and occasional responsiveness issues during intense combat.

    • “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
    • “Bug free: 10/10, a flawless experience.”
    • “There are some visual glitches and bugs, such as the character not responding to your button spamming in intensive combat.”
    • “Despite a few little technical glitches, this is one title worth checking out.”
  • optimization6 mentions

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without bugs or significant performance issues. While it offers a solid experience, players feel it lacks emotional depth and uniqueness, making it a standard beat 'em up title. Overall, it is considered a worthwhile purchase due to its excellent price-performance ratio.

    • “Definitely worth buying, the price-performance ratio is unbeatable.”
    • “Very good optimization.”
    • “Normal game, without bugs and optimization problems... but it's just a normal beat 'em up. Completing it feels emotionless, and there's a lack of something special.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game primarily revolves around microtransactions, with players frequently mentioning in-game purchases as a key feature.

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Play time

154hMedian play time
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