Chernobyl: Road of Death

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Chernobyl: Road of Death is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by diedemor studio and was released on September 25, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Chernobyl: Road of Death - 2d shooter with elements of survival and rogue-like. The game takes place on the territory of Chernobyl after the explosion of the nuclear power plant. In addition to monsters and military - you have to face a more dangerous and invisible enemy-radiation.

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game has a cool atmosphere and surprisingly good graphics that complement the Chernobyl setting.
It offers a variety of characters with different abilities and special weapons, adding depth to the gameplay.
The game is enjoyable for its short playtime and is easy to learn, making it a fun option for casual gamers.

The AI is not very intelligent, which can be exploited, and the missions lack significant variety, leading to potential boredom.
Some players have noted issues with broken English in the dialogue, which may detract from the experience.
The recent price increase has made it less appealing, with some feeling it is not worth the higher cost.

music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the fitting and atmospheric soundtrack that complements the setting, while others have criticized it as awful. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's indie charm and enhances the immersive experience.
- “The game has a cool atmosphere; there are not many soundtracks in the game, but I find them fitting to the whole setting.”
- “Great little indie game with a fantastic soundtrack, and the pixel art complements the setting of Chernobyl.”
- “Fun game, quite challenging, with a good atmosphere, design, and soundtrack.”
- “The music is awful.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The audio quality of the music is disappointing.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are surprisingly good for a game with simple visuals, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of the Stalker series. Despite initial concerns about integrated graphics, players find the aesthetic appealing and well-executed.
- “Graphics are surprisingly good, even though they're not overly complex.”
- “The aesthetic and visuals are reminiscent of the Stalker games, which is nice.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around an isometric shooter set in Chernobyl and its surroundings following the nuclear disaster, where players must contain radiation while battling mutants and military forces. However, the missions lack variety, leading to potential monotony, and the final mission fails to deliver a satisfying conclusion.
- “There is not much difference between missions, and they can get boring midway. The final mission does not feel too rewarding.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its cool and fitting design, complemented by a minimal yet appropriate soundtrack. Players find the overall ambiance engaging and well-suited to the game's challenging nature.
- “The game has a cool atmosphere; there aren't many soundtracks, but I find them fitting for the whole setting.”
- “Fun game, quite challenging with a good atmosphere, design, and soundtrack.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has been criticized for being boring and cluttered with numerous features that feel unnecessary and do not align well with the overall experience.
- “Tons of features that do not make sense for this kind of gameplay.”
- “Boring gameplay.”