Cryptis

Shoot, slice, and shred your way through hordes of the undead in Cryptis, a retro-inspired boomer shooter combining modern visuals with '90s gameplay. Embrace the chaos, slaughter your enemies, and leave nothing left standing! Slay your enemies! Fight waves of monsters and utilize a diverse arsenal of weapons. Every weapon provides a different playstyle, choose whichever you prefer. M…

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 342 reviews

graphics25 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features excellent movement mechanics, including double jumps and dashes, which enhance the fast-paced gameplay.
Visually appealing with a retro aesthetic, the graphics and art style are well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere.
It's a free game that offers a fun and engaging experience, making it a worthwhile play for fans of boomer shooters.

The game is very short, typically taking around 20-30 minutes to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
The final boss and some enemy encounters can feel underwhelming and easy, lacking the challenge expected in a shooter.
There are some gameplay issues, such as minor bugs and a lack of depth in weapon variety, which can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
39 mentions
64 % positive mentions
28 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their impressive visuals and appealing art style, reminiscent of classic retro shooters like Doom and Serious Sam. Players appreciate the aesthetic quality, fluid movement, and satisfying weapon designs, although some have noted performance issues on certain systems. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's enjoyable atmosphere and gameplay experience.
- “Really great visuals, sets an immediate vibe and the moment I saw that shotgun reload I knew I'd enjoy this game.”
- “The graphics are impressive and the movement is really fluid.”
- “Very fun and fast-paced game with good and unique graphics, maybe a bit short, but the gameplay makes up for it, totally recommended.”
- “I bet you are going to check out this title just for the visuals, but really there is not much to explore here.”
- “For a game with these graphics, it ran really poorly on my PC.”
- “Other games with the same graphics style run well on mine, so I'm assuming it's an optimization issue.”
music
38 mentions
58 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its ability to enhance the gameplay experience and set an engaging atmosphere. The soundtrack is described as fitting, energetic, and even "banger," contributing significantly to the game's appeal, although some users noted a lack of variety that could lead to repetitiveness. Overall, the combination of music and sound design is seen as a strong point, elevating the game's aesthetic and enjoyment.
- “The soundtrack is pretty good as well, definitely gets you in the spirit for shooting/slicing the enemies.”
- “Great soundtrack, great atmosphere, fun and challenging.”
- “The music is nice and I found myself quickly jumping around to its beat during combat.”
- “Honestly, it's a pretty cool game besides the lack of music variety.”
- “The music becomes annoying pretty quickly.”
- “Looking forward for a complete game with new & upgraded levels, new music and mechanics.”
gameplay
32 mentions
59 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fast-paced, enjoyable mechanics reminiscent of classic shooters like Doom, with solid weapon feel and a unique visual style. However, some players note that it can become repetitive and grindy, with a desire for more varied levels and gameplay elements. Overall, while the gameplay is fun and addictive, there are calls for improvements in level design and additional content to enhance the experience.
- “Solid fast gameplay, music slaps hard!”
- “A great boomer shooter with a unique art direction and awesome fast-paced gameplay, especially when you air dash often.”
- “Very fun and fast-paced game with good and unique graphics; maybe a bit short, but the gameplay makes up for it, totally recommended.”
- “I can confirm that this more or less has the same gameplay, but it's structured like a standard linear FPS campaign with mini-arenas strung together instead.”
- “De gameplay is ok maar niet meer dan dat want de vijanden blijven maar komen in een aantal golven.”
- “- level design: most of the levels are designed like poor slaughtermaps and are almost counterintuitive to what the gameplay is asking.”
replayability
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable and worth revisiting, many feel that its short length limits replay value. Suggestions for improvement include adding more levels, secret areas, and features like leaderboards or modifiers to enhance the experience. Despite its shortcomings, some players believe it remains a solid free-to-play option with potential for increased replayability through mods.
- “The experience may be short, but this game is definitely replayable. This is one of the best free-to-play single-player experiences I've had; it could easily be a paid title.”
- “It would be great if this game had a leaderboard, as it would add a lot of replayability value to the game and fit with the speedrun vibe.”
- “The only thing I wish was that the game included more levels or even some modifiers to give extra replayability.”
- “Adding some secret areas would add a lot of replay value to a short game like this.”
- “However, replayability is non-existent because the game is so short.”
story
7 mentions
29 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a strong desire for a more developed story within the game, with many users feeling that it lacks a clear narrative and progression system. While some elements of the story are implied, players believe that enhancing environmental storytelling and incorporating a more structured plot would significantly improve the overall experience.
- “I think this game truly needs a storyline and a progression system; I mean, turn it into a full RPG.”
- “Add more environmental storytelling.”
- “I think this game truly needs a storyline and a progression system; I mean, why not turn it into a full RPG?”
- “I personally would have liked a story, but I guess what was going on was a bit self-implied.”
- “Needs a little story or something.”
atmosphere
7 mentions
71 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Blood while incorporating a modern flair. Reviewers highlight the effective soundtrack, charming visuals, and engaging weapon animations, all of which contribute to an immersive and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a standout feature that enhances its appeal.
- “Great soundtrack, great atmosphere, fun and challenging.”
- “The atmosphere is great and this game has its charm.”
- “The soundtrack that the developer put together fits the atmosphere nicely.”
- “Gameplay is a lot like Doom, but the atmosphere feels like the original Blood.”
- “Music, atmosphere, weapon choices, and graphics all work really well to sell the game even more.”
grinding
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the addictive nature and challenge of completing it on higher difficulties, others feel that the gameplay can be overly simplistic and tedious, particularly with certain weapons. There are calls for more content, such as bosses and achievements, to enhance the overall experience.
- “Finishing on the hardest difficulty wasn't tedious, yet enjoyable!”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Impressive for a free game, but gameplay is kinda grindy and needs something more to it. I don't know, it feels a little too simple.”
- “The shotgun is incredibly slow and tedious to use.”
optimization
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game suffers from notable performance issues, which are particularly surprising given its short completion time of under half an hour. While players can improve performance by lowering the resolution, the overall consensus is that the game requires significant optimization to enhance the experience.
- “You can also just lower your resolution below your native to achieve the 'pixelization' aesthetic and to boost/optimize your performance as a nice addition.”
- “Although the game is not perfect, it has performance issues for the type of game it is.”
- “This 'small feature' is, together with DirectX 12, one of the main reasons for the 'poorly optimized' games nowadays.”
- “The game could definitely use some optimization.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The character development is praised for its impressive design and the gradual unlocking of a diverse range of weapons, enhancing the player's experience and engagement with the characters.
- “The character design is amazing, and it features a large assortment of weapons that you gradually unlock.”
- “The depth of character development allows for meaningful choices that impact the story and gameplay.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel significant.”