Codename CURE

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Codename CURE is a single player and multiplayer survival shooter game with horror, warfare, post-apocalyptic and violence themes. It was developed by Hoobalugalar_X and was released on October 31, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Codename Cure is a first person, co-operative zombie game running on the Source Engine. With support for up to five players and providing immersive, fast-paced zombie fragging with fully dynamic and objective based missions. As a team of special military operatives utilising a range of powerful weapons and equipment (assault rifles, shotguns, sentry guns, supply chests and more), players are task…

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 145 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game is a fun and engaging zombie shooter that emphasizes teamwork and offers a variety of classes and game modes.
It's free to play, making it accessible for players who may not want to spend money on other zombie games.
The game has potential for growth and improvement, with a solid foundation and enjoyable mechanics despite being in early access.

The game suffers from a lack of content, with few maps and game modes, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Zombie spawn mechanics can be frustrating, with zombies appearing too close and overwhelming players unexpectedly.
The graphics and overall polish are lacking, which may detract from the experience for some players.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Codename Cure" is described as intense and fun, with solid mechanics that are easy to grasp but may require some time to master. While the game offers a satisfying experience for a few hours, it suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of dynamic challenges, with some mechanics needing refinement. Overall, it shows promise as a game in early access, but players may find the limited maps and linear gameplay somewhat underwhelming.
- “The graphics are fantastic (if sometimes a little glitchy) and the gameplay is fun.”
- “Most of the things I've seen in my hour of playing it have been teamwork, good mechanics, and a really great game in the making.”
- “The game's mechanics are simple, but still take a little time to understand, which offers a challenge to people who are interested in playing for more than 3 or 4 hours, and applying said mechanics offers a satisfying result when executed right.”
- “Furthermore, some things may need to be changed, such as the melee mechanic, gun animations, and zombie damage.”
- “There are few maps and game modes to choose from, and gameplay itself is linear.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and unimaginative, essentially the old school 'zombie escape' game modes we used to play as kids as far back as Counter-Strike 1.6.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The reviews indicate that while the game features enjoyable gun action and solid mechanics, it lacks a coherent storyline, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative and additional missions. The absence of a compelling story is seen as a significant drawback, suggesting that the game could greatly benefit from a more engaging plot and diverse objectives.
- “If the dev team added a coherent story, it would be awesome.”
- “The one thing I think they should add is a storyline of some kind.”
- “Cure has no story and very little, very simplified gameplay.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are generally praised as fantastic and awesome, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience, though some users note occasional glitches and a moderate quality compared to top-tier games. Overall, the visuals are considered solid but not groundbreaking.
- “The graphics are fantastic (if sometimes a little glitchy) and the gameplay is fun.”
- “The graphics of the game are awesome.”
- “Although the graphics aren't the best you've ever seen from a game, they aren't the worst either.”
- “Great for a small party of people to play; it has moderate graphics and well-rounded gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is generally appreciated for its quality, with some calling the soundtrack legendary. However, some players find it repetitive and slow-paced, leading to a lack of excitement over time.
- “The music is nice too.”
- “The soundtrack is legendary.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game to be exceptionally strong, with many highlighting its comedic elements as very funny and entertaining.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious.”
- “It's incredibly funny and keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “The jokes and comedic moments are top-notch.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game suffers from buggy controls, which negatively impacts overall stability and gameplay experience.
- “The game suffers from buggy controls that make it frustrating to play.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that ruined my gaming sessions.”
- “The stability issues are so severe that I can't progress without constant interruptions.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, utilizing the Source engine to deliver a range of features without compromising performance. Users report smooth framerates even on older hardware, indicating that it runs efficiently on lower-end systems.
- “The game uses the Source engine (Steam's game engine, the same one used in Counter-Strike and Half-Life 2), which offers a variety of functions without compromising performance. I have an old 2011 toaster with integrated graphics (no GPU), and I consistently achieve good framerates.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is. It manages to deliver stunning visuals while maintaining high performance, even on my mid-range setup.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Codenames Cure lacks originality and sufficient content, leading to a perception that it does not offer enough replayability compared to free-to-play zombie shooters with more extensive features and variety.
- “Codenamed Cure is neither original nor provides enough content to make it refreshing or worthwhile to spend time on, especially when compared to free-to-play zombie shooters that offer a significantly larger amount of content and replayability.”
- “The game lacks the depth and variety needed to keep players coming back for more, making it feel repetitive after just a few sessions.”
- “Once you've played through the available content, there's little incentive to return, as the gameplay doesn't evolve or introduce new elements.”