DataJack

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DataJack is a single player role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Epic Banana Games LLC and was released on May 23, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

DataJack is a mission based stealth action game.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging experience with a variety of mission types and approaches, allowing players to choose between stealth and combat.
It's free and provides a surprising amount of content and depth, including a rich selection of weapons, upgrades, and a nonlinear mission structure.
The atmosphere and lore are well-crafted, reminiscent of classic cyberpunk themes, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including freezing and unresponsive controls, which can significantly hinder the gameplay experience.
The AI is often unbalanced and unpredictable, leading to frustrating moments during stealth gameplay.
The controls and mechanics can feel clunky and outdated, making it difficult for players to fully engage with the game's systems.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is engaging, featuring a well-crafted dystopian cyberpunk setting with a variety of missions that can be approached through stealth or combat. Players appreciate the nonlinear mission structure reminiscent of titles like Deus Ex, though some express a desire for more mission variety before the climax. The lore is thoughtfully integrated into mission briefings and in-game files, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “The atmosphere is right and the lore is well thought out, which you can extrapolate by the mission briefings and debriefings and from the files you download from the terminals, giving the appropriate feeling and background, much like the first Deus Ex game.”
- “I managed to complete the game and see all three endings, one for each contractor; the respective final missions are pretty similar but each one leads to a different, and pretty dystopic, epilogue, which is what you kind of expect from a dystopic cyberpunk sci-fi game.”
- “I will say I wish there were more missions before the climax and there were more ways and stuff to interact with.”
- “I managed to complete the game and to see all the 3 endings (I don't think there are more), one for each contractor; the respective final missions are pretty similar but each one leads to a different, and pretty dystopic, epilogue, which is what you kind of expect from a dystopic cyberpunk sci-fi game, of course.”
- “The missions are usually divided up into different corporations requiring you to do a bit of corporate espionage or outright terrorism.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally solid and enjoyable, featuring retro-style mechanics and a unique sci-fi aesthetic reminiscent of the 90s. However, some players find the controls clunky and the mechanics overly complicated, particularly the stealth elements. The hacking mechanic is praised for its simplicity and lack of frustrating minigames, making it a highlight for many.
- “But otherwise it's a pretty solid game with solid mechanics; I would highly recommend it, especially since it's free.”
- “A sci-fi dive in the 90s, both for the game design and gameplay, as well as for the dystopic cyberpunk concept style.”
- “The hacking mechanic is really simple but also enjoyable; nothing boring or frustrating, no minigames.”
- “Not my jam, clunky in controls and overly complicated in mechanics...”
- “Gameplay per se is a bit wonky and you have to get used to the stealth mechanics, which are really retro-style by all means.”
- “Gameplay per se is a bit wonky and you have to get used to the stealth mechanics, which are really retro-style by all means.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their appealing artwork reminiscent of classic Nintendo games, contributing to a satisfying gameplay experience. However, there are notable issues, including frequent graphical glitches, low resolution, and performance slowdowns, which detract from the overall visual quality.
- “Satisfying to play, good controls, and great artwork that is very reminiscent of classic Nintendo.”
- “It has a lot of jank - there are frequent graphical problems, aiming is wonky, footstep noise is basically meaningless, the AI is dumb as a box of rocks, and one map in particular has inexcusable slowdown for a game this simple running at such a low resolution.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the environments feel lifeless and uninviting.”
- “Character models look flat and unpolished, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is well-crafted, with a strong lore that enhances the experience, reminiscent of the original Deus Ex. While the soundtrack may not be particularly varied, players can disable it and opt for their own music, which complements the immersive environment. Overall, the atmospheric background music and sound effects significantly contribute to the game's appeal as a tactical infiltration experience.
- “The game is pretty enjoyable; the atmosphere is right and the lore is well thought out, which you can extrapolate from the mission briefings and the files you download from the terminals, giving the appropriate feeling and background, much like the first Deus Ex game.”
- “Surprisingly good atmospheric background music and sound effects propel the game into the pantheon of tactical infiltration games.”
- “The soundtrack may not be special or varied, but it can be disabled from the options menu, allowing players to enjoy some good synthwave to match the atmosphere.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some find the soundtrack unremarkable and repetitive, others appreciate the atmospheric background music and sound effects that enhance the gameplay experience. Players have the option to disable the in-game music and replace it with their own synthwave tracks, allowing for a more personalized atmosphere.
- “Surprisingly good atmospheric background music and sound effects propel Datajack into the pantheon of tactical infiltration games.”
- “The soundtrack is nothing special nor varied, but it can be disabled from the options menu, allowing players to enjoy their own music, like some good synthwave, to match the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is nothing special or varied; some might find it boring. However, it can be disabled from the options menu (only via the main screen), allowing players to put on some good synthwave to match the atmosphere.”
- “The music lacks variety and fails to create an engaging atmosphere, making it easy to lose interest.”
- “Overall, the music feels repetitive and uninspired, which detracts from the overall experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have reported significant stability issues, including frequent freezes, getting stuck in collision objects, and non-functional commands, all occurring within a short playtime. Overall, the game is described as buggy and unbalanced, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Freezes, getting permanently stuck inside collision objects, and all commands besides movement (including menus) becoming non-functional were just a few of the issues I encountered in only 25 minutes of playtime.”
- “The bad stuff is that some of the game is buggy and unbalanced.”