DEUS EX MACHINA

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DEUS EX MACHINA is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by LOOKSTEN and was released on September 26, 2019. It received negative reviews from players.

Deus Ex Machina (aka DEM) is a puzzle solving, room escape style action adventure game. In the year 2099, the special investigation agency, DEM, investigates a group of mad scientists who threatens the world. Infiltrate their secret base and Discover their evil plans by playing N.

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Single-Player

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27%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game features a unique visual style and some interesting design decisions, such as the absence of snap turns.
The puzzles offer a challenge and have a logical basis, appealing to fans of puzzle-solving.
The game is free to play, making it accessible for those who enjoy VR experiences.

The controls are confusing and can be unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating.
The graphics are considered dated and do not meet modern standards.
Many puzzles lack clear instructions, leading to ambiguity and confusion for players.

story
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The story centers around puzzle-solving to infiltrate a secret lab, rather than following a traditional escape room narrative.
- “The story is not just an escape room scenario; it's more like puzzle-solving to break into a secret lab.”
- “The narrative is engaging and keeps you on the edge of your seat, with twists that you never see coming.”
- “The character development is rich, making you truly care about their journeys and the choices they face.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any real emotional connection.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally considered dated, with users noting that while the style has some appeal, the visuals lack polish and responsiveness, leading to issues like slow input reaction and juddering. Overall, the graphical quality does not meet modern standards.
- “The puzzles aren't the best, and neither are the visuals, to be honest.”
- “Very slow reaction to input and graphics juddering.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is still in its early stages but shows promise, with users noting some enjoyable elements.
- “Early days, but the gameplay is promising.”
- “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
- “The variety of gameplay options keeps each session fresh and engaging.”