Chernobyl Trap

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Chernobyl Trap is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by ZERO5GAMES and was released on February 10, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Chernobyl Trap" is a first-person shooter that puts you in the shoes of a crashed helicopter pilot with a mission to reach the evacuation point. The game boasts arcade-style action, firearms and melee weapons, and a dynamic day-night cycle with breakable crates and changeable key bindings. Survival is not guaranteed in this frantic fight for survival in a dangerous and unpredictable environment.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

atmosphere7 positive mentions

optimization1 negative mentions

The game offers a highly immersive atmosphere with intense shooting and survival elements, effectively capturing the tension of the Chernobyl zone.
Fast-paced gameplay with a variety of weapons and destructible environments keeps each run fresh and engaging.
Players appreciate the fair autosave system, flexible control customization, and the nostalgic feeling reminiscent of classic FPS games.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay, dull graphics, and simplistic enemy AI, leading to a lack of depth and engagement.
Many players find the world to be large, empty, and sterile, with little to explore or interact with, diminishing the overall experience.
Some technical issues, such as aiming problems and performance concerns, detract from the enjoyment of the game.

atmosphere
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and haunting qualities, effectively capturing the tension and danger of a post-apocalyptic environment. Players appreciate the dynamic and oppressive settings that enhance the survival horror experience, although some note that the atmosphere alone cannot compensate for gameplay shortcomings. Overall, it successfully evokes a sense of dread and excitement, reminiscent of classic titles in the genre.
- “The post-apocalyptic zone atmosphere is done really well.”
- “The atmosphere is hauntingly immersive, and the gameplay keeps you on edge.”
- “This game delivers an intense and immersive survival experience with a haunting atmosphere and suspenseful gameplay.”
- “The oppressive atmosphere stays with you after the run.”
- “The promised 'atmosphere' doesn't save you from boredom.”
- “This game has the same atmosphere, but still feels unfinished.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
37%
27%
Gameplay is a mixed bag, with many players praising its immersive elements like changing weather, a day-night cycle, and a fair autosave system that enhance the experience. The combination of stealth mechanics, resource management, and a variety of weapons keeps players engaged, while others criticize it for being slow and frustrating. Overall, the game offers intense survival moments and a haunting atmosphere, though opinions on its execution vary significantly.
- “Darkness, radiation, changing weather, and the day-night cycle genuinely affect gameplay rather than just serving as a backdrop.”
- “The combination of stealth mechanics, resource management, and challenging enemies keeps players engaged.”
- “This game delivers an intense and immersive survival experience with a haunting atmosphere and suspenseful gameplay.”
- “And gameplay is boring and slow.”
- “Gameplay made it frustrating.”
- “Dull graphics, monotonous gameplay, and poor enemy AI.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some players praising the immersive visuals that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticized them as dull and reminiscent of older titles. Despite the charm and nostalgia for some, many noted that the graphics felt outdated and contributed to a lack of depth in the game environment. Overall, the visual quality appears to be a significant point of contention among players.
- “The graphics and sound create a complete immersion, and the gameplay keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very end.”
- “The engaging storyline and eerie visuals create a gripping experience that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “Reminds me of old FPS games with improved graphics.”
- “Dull graphics, monotonous gameplay, and poor enemy AI.”
- “Sure, the graphics are bad and the map is a bit empty, but there's something charming about just walking around and shooting; it even feels a bit nostalgic.”
- “Other budget FPS games made in Unity (like Monument) suffer from the same issue, so be prepared for worse performance than the mid-2000s graphics deserve.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The game features a gripping survival horror narrative that immerses players in a tense atmosphere as they navigate towards an evacuation point. With an engaging storyline that hints at a cover-up involving hazmat teams and zombies, it effectively combines eerie visuals and suspenseful elements to keep players on edge.
- “This game offers an intense survival horror experience with atmospheric environments and a gripping storyline.”
- “The game impresses with an exciting storyline and atmosphere that perfectly conveys tension and danger.”
- “The engaging storyline and eerie visuals create a gripping experience that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The story feels incredibly shallow and lacks any real depth.”
- “Character development is almost non-existent, making it hard to care about their fates.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game is criticized for underwhelming performance, comparable to other budget FPS titles made in Unity, leading to a gaming experience that feels less polished than its mid-2000s graphics would suggest.
- “Other budget FPS games made in Unity (like Monument) suffer from the same issue, so be prepared for worse performance than the mid-2000s graphics deserve.”