Code S-44: Episode 1

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Code S-44: Episode 1 is a single player action game. It was developed by Little Bot Studio and was released on June 25, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

You are S-44, a pretty cool spider-bot able to climb everything. Sneak your way from the deepest slums to the highest heavily guarded buildings in order to save your best friend in the fantastic but dangerous town of New Bot City.

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

monetization14 negative mentions

The game features a unique stealth mechanic, allowing players to control a spider robot with creative movement options.
The retro-pixel art style and atmospheric music contribute to an engaging cyberpunk experience.
Despite being unfinished, the game shows potential with an interesting story and challenging puzzles.

The game is essentially an advertisement for a product that has not been completed, leading to a lack of content and value for players.
Controls can be clunky and unintuitive, making navigation frustrating for many players.
There are significant technical issues, including a lack of graphical options and performance problems on lower-end systems.

monetization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of this game is heavily criticized for being essentially an advertisement rather than a complete product, misleading players by presenting an unfinished demo as a full game. Reviewers express frustration over the lack of value in such advertising, arguing that it clutters the market and detracts from legitimate game offerings. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as exploitative and detrimental to the gaming community.
- “We must instead review this for what it is... an advertisement.”
- “Usually the purpose of these advertisements is to get you to shell out money to the developer to buy the full product, but the developer hasn't bothered actually making a product you can buy, leaving this as an advertisement for nothing.”
- “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and in some ways harmful.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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The game's story is described as intriguing but incomplete, with players expressing hope for a satisfying conclusion involving the main character and their robot companions. While the narrative has potential and engages players through stealth gameplay, some find the structure confusing due to redundant menu options. Overall, the story captivates early on, but its brevity and unfinished state leave players wanting more.
- “I hope they finish the story and our little robot buddies have a happy ending.”
- “Although the game is not finished, it has great story potential, sneaking around trying to gather bits and pieces of information about your lost friend and the mess you are getting yourself into.”
- “That first few bits telling the story actually got me hooked.”
- “It's a stealth game with a simple story, and gameplay that is a one-trick pony.”
- “There are 'play' and 'story' buttons, but I don't understand why since they show the same things - the level select. The only difference is that you can start the game only from 'play'. Why not remove 'play' and start from 'story'?”
- “It's a very short game with a narrated story about the main character.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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The gameplay features a unique spider crawling mechanic that is both fun and engaging, though it suffers from tank-like controls and a lack of depth. While the stealth elements and simple story provide an interesting experience, the overall gameplay feels somewhat limited and could benefit from more personality and variety. Despite these drawbacks, players who enjoy mastering the mechanics may find it rewarding, especially as the game is still in early access.
- “Interesting story and gameplay.”
- “Besides this, the mechanics are fun if a little bare at the moment, though it is in early access.”
- “The gameplay kinda felt like playing a Knuckles stage in Sonic Adventure 2 with a zero turn radius lawn mower, but it controlled accurately to what you put in. So if you're good at it, you'll love this game, and if not, you can definitely learn and improve as you go. Overall, fun game, neat idea, ready for episode 2!”
- “It's a stealth game with a simple story, and gameplay that is a one-trick pony.”
- “Though crucial to the gameplay, playing as the robotic spider has tank controls and for the most part, doesn't twiddle its legs very quickly.”
- “The gameplay kinda felt like playing a Knuckles stage in Sonic Adventure 2 with a zero turn radius lawn mower, but it controlled accurately to what you put in. So if you're good at it, you'll love this game, and if not, you can definitely learn and improve as you go.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The graphics in the game have received criticism for being unexciting and lacking options for customization, which can hinder the experience, especially on lower-end devices. Users also noted that the orthographic view can be disorienting, as objects remain visible even when obstructed, contributing to a frustrating navigation experience. Overall, the graphical presentation and control mechanics seem to detract from the gameplay.
- “This game looks interesting, but there is no option for graphics.”
- “First off the controls are a bit clunky to learn (you rotate when you press a/d, and camera is controlled via mouse), the graphics are not very exciting and one thing that threw me off when trying to move s-44 was the orthographic view and the fact that s-44 was visible even when behind objects?”
- “The graphics and sensitivity make navigating a nightmare.”
- “The game is so odd; the controls are something you cannot get used to. Also, there is no graphics option, so if you have a low-end laptop, it's not going to be the best experience.”
- “First off, the controls are a bit clunky to learn (you rotate when you press A/D, and the camera is controlled via mouse). The graphics are not very exciting, and one thing that threw me off when trying to move S-44 was the orthographic view and the fact that S-44 was visible even when behind objects.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the irony of its performance issues, particularly the fact that it struggles to run on integrated GPUs, making the situation amusing to players.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations and witty dialogue to create a lighthearted atmosphere that makes every moment enjoyable.”
- “The comedic timing in the cutscenes is perfect, and the quirky characters add a delightful charm that makes the game unforgettable.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game, being relatively new, has been reported to have some minor glitches, indicating that stability may improve with future updates.
- “The game is still new, so expect some small glitches.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
- “There are too many bugs that disrupt the experience and make it feel unfinished.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The soundtrack received positive feedback, with users expressing enjoyment of the music featured in the game.
- “One thing I did enjoy was the soundtrack.”

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Code S-44: Episode 1 is a action game.

Code S-44: Episode 1 is available on PC and Windows.

Code S-44: Episode 1 was released on June 25, 2019.

Code S-44: Episode 1 was developed by Little Bot Studio.

Code S-44: Episode 1 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its monetization.

Code S-44: Episode 1 is a single player game.

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