Corruption 2029
- February 17, 2020
- The Bearded Ladies
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Get on Epic Games StoreSet in a dystopian America in the not-so distant future. CORRUPTION is a new tactical strategy game from The Bearded Ladies, creators of ‘Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden’.
Reviews
- The game features fun turn-based tactical gameplay reminiscent of 'Mutant Year Zero' with enjoyable ambush-centric combat.
- Graphics and atmosphere are highly praised, creating an immersive dystopian world.
- The stealth mechanics provide a satisfying experience, allowing players to eliminate enemies quietly without raising alarms.
- The game suffers from repetitive maps and enemy placements, leading to a feeling of being unfinished and lacking content.
- The story is criticized for being weak and at times cringe-worthy, failing to engage players fully.
- Many players feel it is a lesser version of 'Mutant Year Zero', lacking the depth and variety that made the original game enjoyable.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story revolves around a mission to destroy a doomsday weapon, but it is criticized for being poorly executed and lacking originality, with comparisons to other games highlighting its shortcomings. Players find the narrative uninspired and repetitive, as missions occur in the same area with little variation in enemy placements or objectives, leading to a sense of incompleteness. Overall, the story fails to engage, with many reviewers describing it as cringe-worthy and lacking depth.
“Your initial mission is to destroy some kind of doomsday weapon one of the factions intends to use.”
“Between missions you get squad upgrades, implants, and sometimes new weapons based on your performance.”
“Missions all happen in the same area and during the mission you can move between locations to gather additional loot and complete the secondary objectives.”
“Bad copy of Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden. I do not like this one... the gameplay is fine, but the story is bad. So many parts of the game look like models from other games, making it feel incomplete.”
“Story becomes seriously cringe.”
“I can accept that the budget didn't allow for more maps, but why not at least have different enemy placements and patrol routes from mission to mission?”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics are highly praised for their quality and immersive atmosphere, with many users noting them as a standout feature of the game. While some comparisons suggest that other aspects may fall short, the visual presentation remains a strong point, contributing to an engaging experience.
“Graphics and atmosphere are simply out of this world.”
“I'm giving this a thumbs up because the ambush-centric combat is as fun as it was in Mutant Year Zero and Miasma Chronicles, the graphics are very nice, and the gritty atmosphere is right up my alley.”
“Graphics and sound are good.”
“But worse in every possible way except maybe the graphics.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Corruption 2029" is characterized by a tactical approach that involves reconnaissance, eliminating low-health units, and strategically positioning for assaults on heavier enemies. Players have noted similarities to the gameplay mechanics of "Myz," indicating a solid foundation and enjoyable experience in a new setting.
“Gameplay involves slowly reconnoitering and eliminating low HP units while grabbing the occasional pickups, then picking good crossfire positions to assault groups of heavies.”
“In my first contact with 'Corruption 2029', I can say that it has the same gameplay as 'MYZ', which is great news, just in a different setting.”
“Gameplay consists of slowly reconning and eliminating low HP units, while occasionally grabbing pickups, then picking good crossfire positions to assault groups of heavies.”
“I'm not a dev myself, but doing something like this doesn't seem so complicated and it certainly wouldn't cost a lot more since they've already built all the mechanics and assets.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning graphics and gritty ambiance, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the engaging, ambush-centric combat that complements the immersive environment, making it a standout feature.
“Graphics and atmosphere are simply out of this world.”
“I'm giving this a thumbs up because the ambush-centric combat is as fun as it was in Mutant Year Zero and Miasma Chronicles, the graphics are very nice, and the gritty atmosphere is right up my alley.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is reflected in its rewarding system, where players receive squad upgrades, implants, and new weapons based on their performance between missions, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
“Between missions, you receive squad upgrades, implants, and sometimes new weapons based on your performance.”
“The optimization system allows for a tailored experience, enhancing gameplay by rewarding strategic choices.”
“I love how the game encourages you to optimize your squad's abilities and gear, making each mission feel unique.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note a lack of the sarcastic humor found in previous titles, particularly missing characters like Bormin and Dux, which diminishes the overall comedic experience. However, they still find the humor in this game to be superior to that in the subsequent title, "Miasma Chronicles."
“The only downside compared to Myz is the lore and the absence of the sarcastic humor (I miss Bormin and Dux, and their hilarious fights), but compared to the following Bearded Ladies' title - 'Miasma Chronicles' - it's much better.”
