BRAIN / OUT
- February 24, 2017
- Desertkun
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"Brain / Out is a multiplayer shooter set in a post-Soviet environment, where mercenaries and marauders fight for cash. The game features a variety of modern weaponry and promises no 'pay to win' philosophy, with skill being the deciding factor. Customize your loadout with a range of NATO and Warsaw Pact rifles."
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Reviews
- The game is free to play and offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic shooter flash games.
- It features a variety of weapons and a progression system that encourages players to try different loadouts.
- The gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, making it enjoyable for both casual and competitive players.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including connection problems and poor server performance.
- The stealth mechanics can be frustrating, with players often becoming invisible, leading to unfair gameplay experiences.
- There is a lack of clear tutorials and guidance, making it difficult for new players to understand the game's mechanics.
- gameplay15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of solid movement and shooting mechanics, with some players enjoying the tactical elements and balance provided by the detection system. However, many criticize the game for its frustrating stealth mechanics, insufficient tutorial, and slow pace, likening it unfavorably to a 2D version of Call of Duty. While some aspects, like shotgun mechanics and explosive variety, are praised, the overall experience is marred by issues such as power gaps between players and poorly implemented invisibility features.
“Really solid movement and shooting mechanics, super low TTK.”
“Sick, that game is more tactical than it looks - really nice gameplay and pretty fun!”
“I really enjoy the detection system to lay some balance in the gameplay.”
“Poor gameplay: it's Call of Duty in '2D' except you take everything frustrating about COD, put it in a blender, shove a 2D onto it, and bam, this is what this game is.”
“The 'tutorial' (if you can call it that) is horrendously insufficient, especially since it fails to tell you about the stealth mechanics of the game.”
“The stealth mechanics, even after you figure out what is happening, are garbage, with players popping in and out of existence with no transition whatsoever.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke a sense of nostalgia with their simple yet clean 2D art style, making it accessible for both short and long play sessions. However, opinions are divided, as some players find the graphical detail impressive while others criticize it as subpar. Overall, the visuals seem to enhance the enjoyment for some, but not for all.
“Amazing game and art style; it doesn't take a lot to get good.”
“The graphics are clean.”
“In its heyday, it was an extremely enjoyable 2D PvP shooter with simple, borderline nostalgic graphics.”
“Quite a shame, because in its heyday it was an extremely enjoyable 2D PvP shooter with simple, borderline nostalgic graphics and a very easy game to get into or enjoy in short or long sessions alike.”
“Graphics are garbage.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The monetization in the game is primarily focused on cosmetic microtransactions, which are reasonably priced, with options like $1.30 and $0.64 chests that provide experience, weapon parts, and skins. While the system is generally seen as fair, some users advise avoiding microtransactions altogether.
“Great free-to-play experience; microtransactions are very reasonably priced and mainly consist of cosmetics.”
“There are microtransactions ($1.30 chest and $0.64 chest) that provide XP, weapon parts, and weapon skins.”
“Just stay away from microtransactions.”
“There are microtransactions ($1.30 for a chest and $0.64 for a chest), which only provide XP, weapon parts, and weapon skins.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's music is limited, featuring only background music on the starting menu, while gameplay lacks any musical accompaniment, relying solely on sound effects. This absence of in-game music has led some players to resort to external audio, such as podcasts, to enhance their experience.
“The music on the starting menu sets the tone perfectly, but once you enter the game, the absence of background music is noticeable, leaving only the sounds of guns and footsteps, which might prompt you to switch to your favorite podcast.”
“The soundtrack is immersive and enhances the overall gaming experience, making every moment feel more intense and engaging.”
“The game's music complements the action beautifully, creating an atmosphere that draws you deeper into the gameplay.”
“On the starting menu, there is some music that does the job fine, but once you enter the game, there is no background music at all—only the sounds of guns and footsteps. This will lead you to put on your favorite podcast quite quickly.”
“Very fun game; sadly, there isn't much of a community of players yet. It could really use some music while playing, though.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the game's excellent replayability, noting that it is both enjoyable and free, making it an appealing choice for repeated playthroughs.
“This game is awesome, free, and has great replayability; it's just perfect!”
“The replayability factor in this game is incredible, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“I love how many different choices and paths there are, ensuring that every time I play, it's a unique experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be situational, with some players finding the destructive environment amusing, while others feel that tactics like camping and destroying platforms can detract from the fun, leading to frustration rather than laughter.
“The destructive environment is funny, but it's not as amusing when you camp the point and then destroy the platform, preventing anyone from capturing it.”
