CODE2040
- February 1, 2021
- WANIN Games
- 4h median play time
Code2040 is a multiplayer shooting game base on a team of three with heavy focus on teamwork and coordination. In year 2040, energy becomes extremely scarce, you must travel to The Outside realm to discover new energy source. Accomplish your mission and be the last survivors!
Reviews
- The game has an interesting concept with unique mechanics, such as the explosive collar and the need to escape via a teleporter.
- Gunplay and movement are generally smooth, and the graphics are visually appealing.
- Some players have found the game enjoyable and fun, especially when played with friends.
- The game suffers from a very low player base, making it difficult to find matches, often resulting in long wait times.
- There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes and poor optimization that can lead to high GPU usage.
- Many players have criticized the game for being unoriginal and feeling like a generic battle royale with little to differentiate it from others in the genre.
- gameplay45 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Code2040 has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its unique mechanics and smooth controls, while others criticize it for being buggy and lacking polish. Many highlight the game's interesting battle royale twist, including a death timer and the need for strategic objectives, but note that it suffers from low player counts and long queue times, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while there is potential for fun and engaging gameplay, it requires further refinement and a larger community to thrive.
“Code2040 had a couple of unique mechanics, which helped make it stand out from the crowd of battle royale games.”
“The gameplay was smooth, the sci-fi scenario was well captured, and the visuals didn't disappoint.”
“Gameplay: battle royale with a twist, you have a death timer of 8 minutes when you spawn and your objective doesn't unlock after 10, so you need to find an authenticator to reset your time to 12 minutes.”
“Boring gameplay and full of bugs.”
“This was an extremely short-lived FPS/TPs with an interesting premise, incomplete/unfinished/not very polished UI, and some acceptable gun mechanics and movement.”
“Can barely find a match, gameplay is like going back in time 10 years, nothing special about the game.”
- graphics29 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game received mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful visuals and smooth gameplay, while others criticized the poor optimization and outdated textures. Many users noted that the graphics are decent to good, especially on higher settings, but some felt they fell short compared to other titles released in 2021. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point for some players, but not universally appreciated.
“The visuals of Code2040 were actually rather beautiful, like you would wish for every 2021 video game to have, but the visual beauty came with a price.”
“The gameplay was smooth, the sci-fi scenario was well captured, and the visuals didn't disappoint.”
“Visuals look amazing on higher settings, but it seems pretty poorly optimized.”
“This game has completely horrible graphics and textures.”
“The graphics look worse than PUBG Mobile.”
“The graphics feel very outdated by 2021.”
- optimization23 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 35 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting stuttering, crashes, and memory leaks, even on high-end hardware. While some users experienced acceptable performance, the overall consensus indicates that the game requires substantial optimization improvements to enhance stability and gameplay experience. Despite its potential, the current state of optimization detracts from the enjoyment for many players.
“Just needs a bit of refining on the gameplay, performance, and an active fanbase, and then you have a better game.”
“As far as performance on the default settings, my PC did just fine even with a GTX 1650.”
“I had heard it was a bad game from YouTube reviews, but it is actually really unique, and with some optimization, it can be a really good game!”
“The game was also very hardware demanding and even with good equipment you could encounter some stuttering, especially during the beginning of the matches.”
“This game suffered from memory leaks and a lack of optimization, causing it to grind to a halt rather quickly.”
“Visuals look amazing on higher settings, but it seems pretty poorly optimized.”
- monetization12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is primarily free-to-play with optional in-game purchases focused on cosmetic items like skins, rather than pay-to-win advantages. However, players express concerns about the game's visibility and marketing, suggesting that increased advertising is necessary to attract a larger audience and sustain its player base. Overall, while the game offers a decent experience, its success may hinge on better promotion and user engagement.
“It's a free game for now with the option for in-game purchases, mostly for skins and not weapon advantages.”
“You can already make in-game purchases.”
“I felt like the game could use some kind of advertisement to boost the numbers up because this game came flying under the radar and the only people who would have seen or heard this is people that go through the market daily to look at upcoming games or had heard from friends.”
“It’s a free game for now with the option for in-game purchases of mostly skins and not weapon advantages.”
“Always ads.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a mix of epic and nearly tragic elements, with some players noting a lack of narrative depth akin to endless runner games. However, others appreciate the engaging missions and mechanics that contribute to an overall cool storyline, reminiscent of seasonal pass structures in other games.
“Epic story.”
“The overall goal - there seems to be some interesting missions/mechanics within the game.”
“Developers often opt for PvP-only as developing single-player content is difficult and requires capable storytelling, writing, level design, and a wide range of other game development skills and talent.”
“The story of Code2040 is a nearly tragic tale.”
“This game has no story.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack is generally well-received, with fitting menu music and precise sound effects that enhance the experience. However, some players find the unskippable intro music to be excessively loud and frustrating, as it cannot be adjusted until it concludes.
“The soundtrack in the menus fit the game well, and sound effects like gunshots, EMPs, or footsteps were precise, clear, and sounded as they were supposed to.”
“Unskippable intro, loud music you can't change until it's over.”
“The soundtrack in the menus fitted the game well and sound effects like gunshots, the EMPs, or footsteps were precise, clear, and sounded like they were supposed to.”
“Fitting soundtrack and sound effects.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy and prone to freezing, often requiring players to restart their systems. While some users find the gameplay enjoyable, the frequent technical issues detract significantly from the overall experience.
“I hate this whole game; it's very buggy and choppy.”
“Nice first time playing it, but it makes me watch a long cutscene and then it freezes, not letting me use my PC. I had to restart because it locked my screen.”
“Gameplay: sometimes buggy, but ridiculously fun.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it funny and underrated. Reviews themselves often contain hilarious commentary, adding to the overall comedic experience.
“Funny and underrated games, give it a try!”
“Reading some of the reviews is pretty hilarious.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it repeatedly without losing interest.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“Every time I dive back in, I discover something new, making it a game I can enjoy over and over.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again. The side quests feel repetitive and lack depth.”
“The game offers a linear experience with no real variations in gameplay, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
“While the graphics are stunning, the lack of meaningful choices means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is marred by a toxic in-game chat and negative feedback from former developers, leading to concerns about its overall environment. However, some players believe that with time and a growing community, the game has the potential to improve and become a worthwhile experience.
“The atmosphere in this game is not the best; I've read reviews from people who worked on it, and it seems quite toxic.”
“The in-game chat is toxic as hell, which really detracts from the overall atmosphere.”
“Considering the amount of content already in the shop, I don't have high hopes for the game's atmosphere.”