DEFECTIVE
- September 5, 2017
- EncoderX
Get on SteamIn 2068, Earth is dominated by alien robotic invaders, leaving humanity in hiding. A lone defective robot, collected years ago, is now reprogrammed and becomes the key to liberating Earth. Defective is a First-Person Shooter game, filled with action elements, where you assume the role of a peacekeeper, fighting to save the world, no matter the cost. The fate of humanity rests on your shoulders as you battle to reclaim Earth from the robotic threat.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique gameplay experience that encourages players to think on their feet and adapt to enemy patterns, similar to games like SUPERHOT.
- Some levels are well-designed and provide a fun challenge, particularly the space level which allows for interesting movement mechanics.
- The infinite slow-motion feature can make gameplay more accessible and enjoyable for casual players.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, including long loading times and a confusing inventory system that is rarely utilized.
- The lack of content and short playtime (around 60 minutes) makes it feel overpriced, especially given the repetitive objectives and limited gameplay modes.
- Controls are poorly designed, with no option to customize key bindings, and the absence of a crosshair makes aiming frustrating.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features an interesting mix of mechanics, such as infinite slow motion, but suffers from underutilization of certain elements like the crouch mechanic. While the unforgiving nature of the gameplay adds challenge, it can become repetitive if players rely too heavily on the slowdown feature. Overall, the experience is mixed, with some mechanics feeling neglected.
“For the game mechanics, I liked the infinite slow motion, but the bullet station not so much.”
“If you don't abuse the slowdown, the gameplay gets rather interesting.”
“The crouch mechanic is introduced in the tutorial and never used again.”
“Though I was running through the game, I said out loud what I was supposed to do, so I still picked up on the mechanics.”
“A strong point of the game was the unforgiving gameplay.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and a very short playtime of around 60 minutes. The inventory system is particularly problematic, allowing only one item and exhibiting frequent glitches, leading to a frustrating user experience. Overall, players advise against purchasing the game due to its instability and lack of content.
“So there isn't any more content than 60 minutes and it is massively buggy, so don't buy it.”
“First of all, do not buy this game if you dislike buggy and short games.”
“There's an inventory for only 1 item and the menu is buggy like crazy.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its amusing glitches and technical issues, which some players find entertaining. While the game may not function perfectly, it offers a comedic experience that can be worth the price for those seeking laughs over flawless gameplay.
“We got some pretty hilarious glitches and issues.”
“Check it out! I'd say that for the price, this game is worth the money if you are looking for something funny and not something that works.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story has been criticized for its frustrating gameplay mechanics, particularly in the final mission, where players felt that the challenges, such as navigating obstacles, were poorly designed and detracted from the overall narrative experience.
“The story felt disjointed and lacked a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development was minimal, leaving me feeling disconnected from their motivations.”
“The plot twists were predictable and failed to deliver any real surprises.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics received a poor rating, with users expressing significant dissatisfaction with the visuals, indicating they fell short of expectations.
“The graphics are incredibly outdated and lack any real detail.”
“The visuals are disappointing and feel like they belong to a previous generation.”
“The art style is inconsistent and often detracts from the overall experience.”
