CARNAGE OFFERING

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"Carnage Offering" is a fast-paced, top-down shooter set in a futuristic world. Battle against hordes of robotic enemies using a variety of weapons and abilities. Upgrade your character and customize your loadout to suit your playstyle in this intense action experience.

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Play Modes

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

+18

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 146 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game features engaging and fast-paced gameplay reminiscent of classic FPS titles, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.
The graphics and sound design are well-executed, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
There is a variety of weapons and enemies, allowing for diverse gameplay and strategies during combat.

The game suffers from poor optimization, with frequent bugs, hit detection issues, and unresponsive controls that hinder the gameplay experience.
Voice acting is done using AI, resulting in robotic and unnatural performances that detract from the game's narrative immersion.
Many players report that the game feels like an asset flip, lacking original content and depth, leading to a repetitive and grindy experience.

story
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
72%
6%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it intriguing and well-crafted, while others criticize its delivery and coherence. Many appreciate the moral dilemmas and engaging plot elements, likening it to classic sci-fi narratives, but note that the execution suffers from poor voice acting and a lack of depth. Overall, while the story has potential and offers a unique universe, it often feels underdeveloped and overshadowed by gameplay mechanics.
- “The plot of the game captivates from the very first minutes and makes you think about the moral dilemmas and consequences of the decisions you make.”
- “A futuristic dystopian story awaits you about the adventures of a skilled action hero Jake, who is ready to plunge into any meat grinder for a good reward.”
- “An interesting story with cool dialogues and original humor.”
- “Absolutely broken hit detection, frequent missed inputs, an incongruous art style, a barely legible story, voice acting provided by a woeful text-to-speech program, ridiculous difficulty (owing mostly to the myriad of technical foibles) and an emphasis on grinding its shoebox-sized levels in order to make even the earliest stages manageable.”
- “A good shooter, there is almost no storyline or it is not noticeable enough.”
- “Game looks nice, however when you actually listen to the story it's just made as base.”
music
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
42%
8%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its heavy metal soundtrack that enhances the immersive experience and complements the intense gameplay. Comparisons to the iconic "Doom" soundtrack highlight its ability to create a dynamic and adrenaline-fueled atmosphere, making it a standout feature despite any graphical shortcomings. Overall, the music is described as a perfect fit for the game's theme, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment and engagement of players.
- “What the game lacks in graphics, it more than compensates with an immersive heavy metal background music transcending visual limitations and immersing you in a world where the sheer power of the music becomes the true visual masterpiece.”
- “In addition to the intense gameplay, the soundtrack is a true masterpiece; I loved playing every wave while the beat intensifies the adrenaline rush.”
- “Yet, it's not just the gameplay that will captivate you; the background music is an auditory symphony of chaos and destruction that will leave you craving more.”
- “And the music in the armory reminds me of Postal 2, which is not a good thing.”
- “But if you want mindless FPS combat, the heavy metal music is okay.”
- “Musically, it's more like Doom.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
23%
10%
Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the high level of detail, beautiful visuals, and immersive atmosphere that enhance the gameplay experience. However, some users criticize the graphics as outdated or lacking clarity, suggesting that technical issues may detract from the visual appeal. Despite these criticisms, the game's aesthetic and design elements are often highlighted as strong points, contributing to a dynamic and engaging environment.
- “The graphics in the game are made at a high level, every detail is worked out to the smallest detail, which creates an amazing and intimidating atmosphere.”
- “The action-packed gameplay and stunning graphics immerse players into a world of chaos and destruction.”
- “The game looks wonderful, with gorgeous graphics and lighting, with interesting enemy designs and varied level architectures.”
- “The graphics are not very good, it's old.”
- “Absolutely broken hit detection, frequent missed inputs, an incongruous art style, a barely legible story, voice acting provided by a woeful text-to-speech program, ridiculous difficulty (owing mostly to the myriad of technical foibles) and an emphasis on grinding its shoebox-sized levels in order to make even the earliest stages manageable.”
- “I've got a high-end PC but even on low graphics the game lagged, especially with the constant explosions.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
59%
11%
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, dynamic action that keeps players engaged and on edge, with many praising its immersive graphics and soundtrack. However, some reviews express disappointment with generic mechanics and a lack of depth, suggesting a desire for more varied gameplay elements like puzzles. Overall, while the game offers thrilling combat and responsive controls, opinions are mixed regarding its originality and depth.
- “The gameplay is dynamic and intense; each battle makes you tense up and keeps you in suspense until the very end.”
- “The action-packed gameplay and stunning graphics immerse players into a world of chaos and destruction.”
- “It's a futuristic FPS, easy-going, polished, and responsive game that has different locations to explore, many weapons, and customization options, helping to keep gameplay fresh.”
- “All the other reviews say things like 'good level design' and 'great doom feel' but there's just nothing here in terms of gameplay, and I could barely bring myself to get past the first level because I was so disheartened with how crappy and generic everything was.”
- “When bitten by a zombie, the character in the left corner will show signs of the zombie bite, and I will give credit for that nice detail, but the actual game mechanics are pretty bad.”
- “A game unfortunately under-exploited as there are so many ideas but still little mastery... the story is interesting but lacks a twist, the gameplay is fluid but the animations are insufficient.”
atmosphere
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
6%
12%
The atmosphere of "Carnage Offering" is widely praised for its high-quality graphics and attention to detail, creating an immersive and intimidating experience. Players appreciate the blend of horror, tension, and dark humor, which enhances the overall gameplay. Despite some minor flaws, the game's dynamic environment and engaging sound design contribute to a captivating atmosphere reminiscent of classic FPS titles like Doom and Duke Nukem 3D.
- “The graphics in the game are made at a high level, every detail is worked out to the smallest detail, which creates an amazing and intimidating atmosphere.”
- “A lot of black humor and an atmosphere indescribable in words will allow you to completely immerse yourself in the game with your head.”
- “I like the tense atmosphere in the game; the disturbing music helps to create it.”
- “Enemies can quickly get stuck, which cuts the atmosphere and makes us laugh.”
- “The atmosphere and dynamism of the shooter are more reminiscent of the Doom series, while the story of the game is very similar to the science fiction films about the Terminator.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its engaging dark humor, which complements its fast-paced shooter mechanics and varied gameplay elements. Players appreciate the blend of black humor in the dialogues and the immersive atmosphere, making it a standout experience that enhances both the story and the action. Overall, the humor is seen as a significant factor that adds to the enjoyment and replayability of the game.
- “Fast-paced shooter game with dark humor, varied monsters, upgradeable weapons, and different environments.”
- “Good humor and fast-paced gunplay make Carnage Offering a worthy purchase.”
- “An interesting story with cool dialogues and original humor.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention, with players feeling that the need to constantly grind for money and ammo detracts from the overall experience. Many find the grind excessive, leading to frustration rather than challenge, while others who enjoy grinding mechanics in games may still find value in the title. Overall, the emphasis on grinding can make gameplay feel tedious and repetitive, overshadowing other elements of the game.
- “Despite the fact that we play the same levels in roguelike games repeatedly, each adventure has its own unique characteristics that make the experience feel fresh and engaging.”
- “Having to buy ammo when you barely make any money as it is makes the game feel a lot more grindy than it needs to be.”
- “Absolutely broken hit detection, frequent missed inputs, an incongruous art style, a barely legible story, voice acting provided by a woeful text-to-speech program, ridiculous difficulty (owing mostly to the myriad of technical foibles) and an emphasis on grinding its shoebox-sized levels in order to make even the earliest stages manageable.”
- “However, the whole game revolves around grinding money to upgrade your guns, and for this reason the game really offers no real challenge at all even on 'impossible' difficulty.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, opinions on optimization are mixed; while some players praise the game's optimization and graphics, others report significant issues, particularly when facing multiple ranged enemies. Despite updates, some users still find optimization lacking.
- “The game is well optimized!”
- “Interesting plot, good graphics, good optimization.”
- “Nice graphics, a bunch of high-performance monsters, 9 types of big and burst guns, and graphics - it's really on the level!”
- “Optimization is horrible, especially with the increased number of ranged enemies.”
- “Optimization is still a bit lacking even after the updates.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism and asset flipping, as well as a high price point of $10 USD that many feel is unjustified. Additionally, the presence of microtransactions for in-game items has been viewed as a negative aspect, further contributing to the perception of the game as a cash grab.
- “The developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, so this feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- “The game has a completely unrealistic cash grab price of $10 USD, for which you could easily get any number of older AAA games.”
- “Additionally, the inclusion of microtransactions for in-game items can be a drawback.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being inconsistent, with users reporting various bugs, particularly in the physics engine. Despite these issues, many still find the gameplay enjoyable.
- “Seems to still be a buggy mess.”
- “The physics of the game are a bit buggy, but it's still fun.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game has been rated very poorly, with users expressing significant dissatisfaction, indicating a lack of impactful storytelling or character development that fails to resonate with players.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
100%
While the game offers various difficulty modes that enhance its replayability, many users feel that the overall lifespan is too short, limiting the incentive to replay.
- “The game offers a variety of difficulty modes that enhance its replayability.”
- “Even after completing the game, I find myself coming back to explore different strategies and outcomes.”
- “The replayability factor is high, with multiple paths and choices that keep the experience fresh.”
- “The lifespan is too short despite the replayability of the different difficulty modes.”