DeTechtive 2112

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DeTechtive 2112 is a single player and multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by 5DenizDeveloper and was released on January 30, 2025. It received negative reviews from players.

Detechtive 2112 is a cyberpunk detective action game set in the neon-lit future of 2112. You play as Matthew Wallace, a hard-boiled detective with a mysterious past, specialized in missing persons cases. What begins as a routine investigation spirals into a high-stakes battle against powerful crime syndicates, advanced AI technology, and hidden secrets. Blending stealth, action, and decision-base…

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37%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

story4 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating cyberpunk atmosphere with impressive visuals and a well-crafted soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Players appreciate the freedom of choice in gameplay, allowing for both stealth and aggressive approaches to missions, despite some execution flaws.
The game offers a compact experience that can be completed in a short time, making it accessible for players looking for a quick dive into a cyber-noir world.

The gameplay mechanics, particularly the shooting and stealth systems, are criticized for being clunky, repetitive, and lacking depth, leading to a frustrating experience.
The narrative execution falls short, with a thin story that moves too quickly and fails to explore its intriguing themes, leaving players unsatisfied.
Many players report technical issues, including bugs, poor AI behavior, and performance problems, which detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Detechtive 2112 is criticized for being thin and poorly developed, with many plot threads introduced but left unresolved, leading to a lack of depth and engagement. Players noted that the missions often devolve into repetitive combat rather than meaningful detective work, and the dialogue fails to enhance the experience, making the narrative feel rushed and shallow. While the game's cyberpunk aesthetic is praised, the overall storytelling does not live up to its potential, resulting in a frustrating experience for many.
- “Detechtive 2112 pulls you into a gritty cyberpunk world with a solid mix of storytelling and gameplay.”
- “The story unfolds in the background and never feels overwhelming.”
- “Cyberpunk vibe, captivating story quests and fun to play something more easy and casual, what's not to like?!”
- “The story moves quickly, sometimes too quickly, offering glimpses of interesting ideas without the time or dialogue depth to explore them fully.”
- “Some plot threads are introduced and then abandoned, while others conclude abruptly without resolution.”
- “The overall story is very thin, and my co-op partner and I felt more like we were playing closer to Hotline Miami—fast-paced action and violence, with very little detective work involved.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the world is visually and audibly captivating, the mechanics often fall short. Stealth and combat systems lack depth and consistency, leading to repetitive and uninspired experiences, despite some moments of enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay is described as shallow and basic, with significant room for improvement in both mechanics and level design.
- “The gameplay has a balance between hard and fun.”
- “The game has fun and engaging gameplay.”
- “The gameplay was very smooth and never felt boring.”
- “In practice, however, the stealth mechanics lack depth and precision, and most missions tend to devolve into straightforward firefights.”
- “The story in story mode is close to non-existent, level design is inconsistent, none of the gameplay modes, either stealth or gun combat, really works, the enemy AI is straight up garbage.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and uninspiring.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are a striking blend of cyberpunk aesthetics, featuring neon lights and reflective surfaces that create an immersive atmosphere. While many players appreciate the high-quality visuals and atmospheric design, some criticize the uniformity of character models and the reliance on asset reuse, leading to mixed opinions on the overall graphical execution. Despite these concerns, the visuals are generally regarded as impressive, contributing significantly to the game's thematic depth.
- “The visuals are drenched in cyberpunk style, bathed in neon glow and perpetual rain that reflects off metallic surfaces and glass towers.”
- “This commitment to style ensures that, at least aesthetically, the game succeeds in immersing the player in its futuristic despair.”
- “The atmosphere is well-crafted, and the visuals are pleasing.”
- “Everything in it looks like it was taken straight out of a game jam project and left that way, except the pumped-up graphics which look presentable on the Steam page.”
- “The graphics are over the top.”
- “There is no such thing as character variation and replay value of the game: the character's visuals do not change a bit; what equipment he wears, everything is uniform and the same.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of Detective 2112 is widely praised as one of its strongest elements, characterized by a captivating, moody, and visually striking cyberpunk aesthetic. Players appreciate the game's ability to create a memorable and immersive experience, even if some aspects of gameplay may fall short. Overall, the environment and sound design effectively enhance the game's mysterious and dystopian setting.
- “For players who prioritize atmosphere over depth, the game provides a moody, visually striking journey through a city that feels both futuristic and familiar.”
- “It’s a brief but memorable dive into a neon-soaked dystopia, offering moments of brilliance that remind players of the power of good atmosphere, even when the mechanics struggle to keep up.”
- “For a game so reliant on atmosphere and mystery, this abrupt conclusion feels unsatisfying.”
- “2/10 just for the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is well-crafted, and the visuals are pleasing.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with low synth beats and melancholic tones perfectly complementing the noir aesthetic. Reviewers note that the soundtrack elevates the overall experience, making it a standout feature despite some mechanical flaws, though there are mixed feelings about the sound effects. Overall, the music is considered a significant strength of the title, with some ratings reaching as high as 10/10.
- “The soundtrack enhances this ambience beautifully—low synth beats and melancholic tones carry a sense of loneliness that fits the world’s noir tone perfectly.”
- “The soundtrack and visual presentation elevate the experience beyond its mechanical shortcomings, offering a glimpse of what could have been a truly standout title in the indie cyber-noir scene.”
- “I can even state that it is the music that adds the most positive points to the project.”
- “The music’s rhythm makes every moment feel so real, like you’re actually living it, not just playing.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note that while the game presents intriguing characters, it ultimately falls short in providing deeper world-building and character development, leaving a sense of missed potential.
- “On the other hand, it feels like a missed opportunity for deeper world-building and character development.”
- “The characters lack depth and their arcs feel rushed and unfulfilling.”
- “There is little to no growth in the characters, making it hard to connect with them emotionally.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance, clunky mechanics, and significant stuttering issues, particularly during the prologue. Additionally, players on the Steam Deck experience crashes upon respawning, further detracting from the overall gameplay experience.
- “Poor performance, clunky shooting, and a broken stealth system make it nearly unplayable.”
- “Playing on Steam Deck, performance is okay, but every time I die, it hard crashes when reloading.”
- “A lot of stuttering problems on top of gameplay issues that popped up right in the prologue.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs and a problematic infrastructure that detracts from the overall experience. Many players express disappointment, noting that despite its potential, the game's execution is marred by technical flaws and poor audio quality.
- “Sometimes it does not work; it has a buggy infrastructure.”
- “The game is a buggy mess with horrible writing and story, which is a shame because it seems like it could be a good game.”
- “The audio is a mess and it is very buggy.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers indicate that the game lacks replayability due to a uniform character design and minimal variation in gameplay elements, resulting in a repetitive experience with little incentive to play again. The overall content is perceived as weak, further diminishing its replay value.
- “There is no such thing as character variation and replay value in the game: the character's visuals do not change at all, and everything from the equipment to the overall look is uniform and the same.”
- “When I say empty, I really mean that its content is incredibly weak with absolutely no replayability.”