Desperate: Vladivostok

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"Desperate: Vladivostok" is a survival horror game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players must navigate through a infected city, scavenging for resources and fighting off mutated creatures, while uncovering the dark secrets of a mysterious organization. With a focus on survival and exploration, players must make tough decisions and confront their own morality in order to survive.

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Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews

music8 positive mentions

The game features dynamic gameplay with intense shooting mechanics and the challenge of dual-wielding weapons.
The graphics and atmosphere are reminiscent of Cyberpunk 2077, with beautiful visuals and engaging music.
The game offers a humorous and interesting plot, along with enjoyable voice acting and a fun arena mode.

The controls are frustrating, particularly the inability to adjust the gun holding angle, making it feel unplayable for some.
The story is poorly conveyed through comic book panels, leading to a lack of interest and cringe-worthy moments.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as grabbing and throwing objects, are poorly implemented, detracting from the overall experience.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The story has been widely criticized for being unengaging and poorly presented, with players finding the comic book panel format tedious and lacking a proper tutorial. Many reviewers expressed feelings of boredom and frustration, suggesting that the narrative fails to capture interest or provide meaningful context to the gameplay. Overall, the storytelling aspect is seen as a significant drawback of the game.
- “The main part of the game where we progress through the storyline.”
- “What is your mission on this earth?”
- “You're here on a mission.”
- “Story made me uninterested and cringe in the 16 minutes I played.”
- “There's no real tutorial; the story is conveyed in comic book panels that you have to shoot one by one to watch, and they are terrible.”
- “Forget about the 'story', it's boring.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is widely praised for its incendiary and epic quality, enhancing the adrenaline-fueled experience during firefights and contributing to the unique atmosphere of each location. Players feel that the soundtrack effectively complements the action, making them feel more immersed and engaged in the gameplay.
- “Good music that is suitable for firefights in cyberpunk doorways.”
- “The epic music in each level adds adrenaline to your blood and you become a real monster with a thirst for bloodshed.”
- “Beautiful graphics, incendiary music, and nice voice acting.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The atmosphere of the game is heavily influenced by cyberpunk aesthetics, drawing strong comparisons to Cyberpunk 2077, with a vibrant and dynamic setting that captures the essence of Russian cyberpunk. Players appreciate the immersive and energetic environment, which enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “The atmosphere, gameplay, and surroundings resemble the world of Cyberpunk 2077.”
- “A dynamic VR game set in the atmosphere of Russian cyberpunk!”
- “The same crazy fun and immersive atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere, gameplay, and surroundings resemble Cyberpunk 2077.”
- “Dynamic VR game in the atmosphere of Russian cyberpunk.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are widely praised for their beauty and unique style, drawing comparisons to the aesthetic of Borderlands. Additionally, the game features engaging music and commendable voice acting, enhancing the overall visual and auditory experience.
- “Beautiful graphics, incendiary music, and nice voice acting.”
- “The weapons are very interesting, as well as cool graphics that are reminiscent of Borderlands.”
- “As for the graphics and sound, they are impressive and enhance the overall experience.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is characterized by a dynamic and fast-paced experience, reminiscent of Cyberpunk 2077, encouraging players to think quickly and engage in rapid movement and shooting. The immersive atmosphere and surroundings further enhance this energetic gameplay style.
- “Dynamic gameplay, think faster, more shots, more movement.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised for being both funny and engaging, contributing to an interesting plot that keeps players entertained.
- “The game features a funny and interesting plot that keeps you engaged.”
- “The humor throughout the game is spot on and adds a delightful touch.”
- “The combination of a funny storyline and clever humor makes for an enjoyable experience.”