Cyphers Game

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Break Bolshevik ciphers and destroy a Soviet armored train - take part in a great history.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

story10 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a captivating historical narrative, immersing players in the Polish-Bolshevik War with well-crafted visuals and voice acting.
Puzzles are engaging and appropriately challenging, providing a good balance for casual players while also being educational.
As a free game, it delivers a surprisingly high production value, making it a worthwhile experience for those interested in history.

The game is very short, with only four levels, leaving players wanting more depth and content.
Gameplay can be frustrating due to unclear objectives, poor controls, and a lack of settings for graphics and audio adjustments.
Some puzzles feel like trial and error rather than logical challenges, detracting from the overall experience.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
57%
10%
The game's story is widely praised for its compelling narrative based on historical events, with many players finding it captivating despite the game's short length and limited missions. While some reviewers express a desire for more depth and interactivity, the storytelling, visuals, and music contribute to an immersive experience that resonates with players. Overall, the story is considered a standout aspect, elevating the game beyond typical gameplay mechanics.
- “The story the game depicts is simply incredible!”
- “With the compelling storytelling and amazing visuals, and even the music which I could gush about for hours, this game is not just a game but an experience and a look into the past.”
- “So if you're looking for a fun game with an incredible true story, then I 100% recommend this game.”
- “Don't go in expecting some Call of Duty campaign, for this game's purpose is to portray a simple story.”
- “I think working more on contextualizing what the actual objectives of each mission are to the events of the Polish-Bolshevik War (including, who won? what was happening? did blowing up that train result in ultimate victory? etc.) would make it much better.”
- “Though, even the story presented seems to be quite minimal as well, so not so sure about that...”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
46%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the visuals as impressive, especially for a free title, and noting the compelling art style. However, several players criticize the lack of graphics options, poor animations, and issues like motion blur and texture glitches, which detract from the overall experience. While some find the graphics to enhance the storytelling, others feel that technical shortcomings hinder enjoyment.
- “I like it, awesome graphics.”
- “For a free game, its graphics look very good, especially considering how short the game was and how few people were in the dev team.”
- “Smooth gameplay with brilliant graphics, especially for a free game.”
- “Although the graphics and polish voice acting are commendable, the inability to use Polish audio alongside English subtitles means players must first complete the game in order to enjoy the authentic Polish experience during a replay.”
- “Ok graphics, poor animation and uninspired stock environment.”
- “There are zero graphics settings, and it has extreme motion blur which makes me nauseous.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The gameplay is generally described as simple and easy to master, featuring puzzles and basic mechanics, but suffers from issues like poor NPC AI and a lack of clear direction. While some players appreciate the smoothness and educational aspects, others criticize it for being mechanically weak and frustrating, particularly due to artificially extended sneaking segments and unclear objectives. Overall, the gameplay experience is mixed, with some enjoyment found in its simplicity but significant drawbacks noted.
- “The mechanics are pretty easy to master and I love the puzzles.”
- “The game is alright, a fairly simple escape-the-room style concept expanded out, given a historical story and a few extra mechanics, such as having to stealth around enemies; the AI is incredibly lax about what counts as being seen.”
- “But gameplay itself was smooth.”
- “Short gameplay with rough and artificially extended sneaking parts almost completely deviating from its title.”
- “The game is alright, a fairly simple escape-the-room style concept expanded out, given a historical story and a few extra mechanics, such as having to stealth around enemies (the AI is incredibly lax about what counts as being seen; I didn't try very hard to hide, and haven't been seen yet), as well as a lockpicking minigame straight out of Bethesda games.”
- “The gameplay is awful.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with some tracks described as enjoyable and fitting well with the compelling storytelling and visuals. Overall, it enhances the gaming experience, contributing to a nostalgic atmosphere.
- “Some background music was kind of good to listen to and enjoyable.”
- “With the compelling storytelling and amazing visuals, and even the music which I could gush about for hours, this game is not just a game but an experience and a look into the past.”
- “Ok music”
- “~ music ~”
- “~ music ~”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users report significant stability issues, with frequent lock-freezes on high-end systems like the Ryzen 9 5950x and RTX 3080 Ti. While the game is praised for its challenging gameplay and artistic design, texture glitches and motion blur detract from the overall experience. Despite these problems, it is still recommended for those interested in history and puzzles.
- “It constantly lock-freezes my PC (Ryzen 9 5950X + RTX 3080 Ti).”
- “There are some texture glitches that affect the overall experience.”
- “The game has a great challenge and interesting story, but the motion blur is not so good.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Users highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
- “Every decision you make leads to different outcomes, making it a game you can return to time and again.”
- “With multiple paths and endings, the replayability factor is off the charts!”
- “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 choices that affect the outcome, making multiple playthroughs feel pointless.”
- “While the graphics are stunning, the lack of varied gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is generally praised as enjoyable and engaging, complementing the game's accessible puzzle design, making it a strong offering for a free-to-play title.
- “The atmosphere is immersive and captivating, making every moment feel alive.”
- “I love the eerie ambiance that keeps you on edge throughout the game.”
- “The stunning visuals and sound design create a truly enchanting atmosphere.”