Code 7

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 119 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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Code 7's first two episodes are an almost absurd success, combining powerful story telling with creative gameplay into one of the most exciting episodic game launches I've ever seen.
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"Code 7" is an episodic hacking thriller game where you play as a hacker named Alex trapped on a eerie space station. Your goal is to save the world from a sinister A.I. by using your hacking skills to gather information, navigate through dangerous situations, and uncover the monsters lurking in the shadows. The game features a blend of analog and digital worlds and encourages players to use their imagination.

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Reviews

78%
Audience ScoreBased on 119 reviews
story54 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • The game features an immersive and deep story that captivates players, making it hard to stop thinking about it.
  • The voice acting is exceptional, enhancing the overall experience and bringing the characters to life.
  • The hacking gameplay is fun and accessible, with a unique blend of text-based adventure mechanics and engaging puzzles.
  • The game is unfinished, with the final episode (Episode 4) not released after three years, leading to concerns about the developers' commitment.
  • There are issues with the save system, including progress resets that can frustrate players and require them to replay sections.
  • Some players find the text-based controls cumbersome and the puzzles can be too easy or repetitive, detracting from the overall challenge.
  • story97 mentions

    The story of Code 7 is widely praised for its immersive and captivating narrative, featuring strong voice acting and a well-crafted plot that keeps players engaged. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to handle complex storytelling and character development, making it a standout in the text-based adventure genre. While some players express disappointment with later episodes, the overall consensus is that the story is compelling and worth experiencing, especially for fans of sci-fi and hacking themes.

    • “The story is immersive and deep.”
    • “The story shines most, as it captivated me and really drove me to keep playing.”
    • “Code 7's first two episodes are an almost absurd success, combining powerful storytelling with creative gameplay into one of the most exciting episodic game launches I've ever seen.”
    • “Far too many story-driven games have either (1) a plot twist you can spot in the first 5 minutes (2) a plot twist so far out in left-field that you just don't believe it and lose interest or (3) a singular hook that might be good, even epic, but you get just one.”
    • “I'd really like to know the end of the story, but not above this bridge....”
    • “The quality of storytelling and ambience is easily in a league with AAA titles like The Witcher III or Assassin's Creed Odyssey.”
  • gameplay21 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by engaging hacking mechanics, challenging yet accessible puzzles, and a seamless blend of text-adventure elements that create an intense experience. Players appreciate the cool and fun nature of the gameplay, enhanced by excellent voice acting and storytelling, though some express a desire for more varied mechanics in later chapters to avoid repetition. Overall, the combination of these elements results in a captivating and enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “The puzzles are challenging without being infuriating, and the mechanics are simple enough to grasp that anyone should find it accessible, though there are some optional additional challenges that can be quite hard to tackle.”
    • “The text-adventure, hacking, and puzzling mechanics really go well together and make for some intense gameplay.”
    • “Introducing a new game mechanic each chapter can make things harder and less repetitive.”
    • “Code 7's first two episodes are an almost absurd success, combining powerful storytelling with creative gameplay into one of the most exciting episodic game launches I've ever seen.”
  • music18 mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised as fantastic and integral to the overall experience, enhancing the engaging and challenging gameplay. Reviewers highlight the awesome soundtrack and excellent voice acting, noting that the music perfectly complements the adventure's exciting and varied narrative. Overall, the production quality of the music and voice acting contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “Does exactly what great game music should do.”
    • “Wow - this is an adventure as it should be: exciting, challenging, interesting, varied with a fantastic story and great music!”
    • “Incredible voice acting, awesome soundtrack and really cool gameplay!”
  • atmosphere16 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its captivating and unique qualities, blending fantastic storytelling with a claustrophobic, high-tech environment. Players appreciate the subtle background elements and the effective use of voice acting to enhance the eerie experience, all while engaging in thoughtful gameplay that influences the narrative. Overall, the atmosphere is described as immersive and skillfully crafted, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “It creates a unique atmosphere that captivates the player, requires careful thought and skill, and the decisions you make determine the course of the game.”
    • “No jump-scares involved, just a claustrophobic atmosphere and amazing voice acting.”
    • “While you experience the eerie atmosphere of code 7 almost entirely through the splendidly voiced descriptions of your partner, the interface only consists of a console and a map, with which you need to lead her through corridors and shafts, deactivating obstacles or luring enemies away - all through inline commands.”
    • “While you experience the eerie atmosphere of [b]code 7[/b] almost entirely through the splendidly voiced descriptions of your partner, the interface only consists of a console and a map, with which you need to lead her through corridors and shafts, deactivating obstacles or luring enemies away - all through inline commands.”
    • “While you experience the eerie atmosphere of [b]code 7[/b] almost entirely through the splendidly voiced descriptions of your partner, the interface only consists of a console and a map, with which you need to lead her through corridors and shafts, deactivating obstacles or luring enemies away - all through inline commands.”
  • graphics14 mentions

    The graphics in this text adventure are minimal yet effective, running smoothly without any glitches, which enhances the overall experience. While the visuals are simple, they complement the game's hacker theme and command prompt interface, creating an immersive atmosphere. Some players suggest adding more visual elements, like camera feeds, to enrich the gameplay, though the current integration of graphics is generally well-received.

    • “At first, the 'text-adventure' almost scared me off, but after playing the first few minutes, I immediately realized that this game can do without any elaborate graphics.”
    • “Visuals are detailed where they need to be, and the voice acting is really good too.”
    • “The simple graphics also elevate the game's feeling of being a hacker and add a nice mode of representation to the game.”
    • “At first, the 'text-adventure' almost scared me off, but if you played the first few minutes, you immediately realize that this game can do without any elaborate graphics.”
    • “Maybe make some more visuals, like accessing a few cameras so you can see what is going on in some places?”
    • “It just all integrates so well into the command prompt interface aesthetic that it simply 'feels right'... my only criticisms would be that there are different 'interaction modes' for switching between things like the command prompt and interacting with individuals, and the default bindings and the way the game attempts to relay which one you're in feels somewhat clunky moving between the two during some more time-sensitive situations.”
  • emotional8 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its impactful dialogue and character depth, which resonate strongly with players who enjoy immersive storytelling. However, some minor inconsistencies in voice acting can disrupt the emotional flow, leading to moments where characters shift abruptly in tone. Overall, the game is praised for its emotional engagement, with many reviewers rating it highly for its ability to evoke feelings.

    • “I love the details in this game and also the emotional dialogue. I would suggest you buy it, 10/10.”
    • “If a player likes to get into characters, both games can be very emotional and can easily be rated 9/10.”
    • “Even a touch emotional at times.”
  • stability4 mentions

    The game generally runs smoothly without graphical glitches, but players have reported encountering a couple of bugs that can halt progress, requiring a restart to the last save point.

    • “It is a little buggy though, I encountered two bugs so far that block further progress until restarting the game, resetting it to the last save point.”
    • “It is a little buggy though, I encountered two bugs so far that block further progress until restarting the game, resetting it to the last save point.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly and quickly without any graphical glitches, despite being a text adventure.

    • “It's a text adventure, but it runs smoothly and quickly... no graphical glitches.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The game is praised for its humor, featuring fun references and an emotional depth that enhances the overall experience.

    • “It's got humor, fun references, and feels.”
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