Dino Hazard
- December 22, 2023
- Bone Collectors
Get on Steam"Dino Hazard: Chronos Blackout" is a narrative-driven RPG set in a dystopian future where a group of people must survive against malicious artificial intelligence, dinosaurs, and hacked robots on a tropical island. Experience fast-paced strategic combat and make moral choices that affect the environment and outcome of the story. Manage a diverse group of characters, utilizing their unique abilities to restore facilities and uncover the identity of the antagonist. Explore a vast island filled with distinct ecosystems and creatures.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful pixel art and an extraordinary soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- The developers are very active and responsive to the community, quickly addressing bugs and issues reported by players.
- The game has a unique concept with a layered narrative and interesting gameplay mechanics that appeal to fans of retro RPGs and paleontology.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it difficult for players to progress and enjoy the experience.
- The combat system is often described as clunky and non-intuitive, leading to frustration among players trying to grasp the mechanics.
- Some players find the story underdeveloped and non-immersive, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story has been described as intriguing but poorly developed and non-immersive, leading to frustration among players. While it draws inspiration from titles like Dino Crisis and features historically accurate depictions of dinosaurs, the narrative suffers from bugs and inconsistent quest markers, detracting from the overall experience. Despite its derivative elements, some players appreciate the setting and the structure of the story, which focuses on different survivor groups across chapters.
“Think of the story of the Dino Crisis series (believe me when I say you will find similarities in the story) but with a bit more of a futuristic application to it, mixed with gameplay similar to EarthBound on SNES, combined with the nostalgia of Jurassic Park on SNES. The historical accuracy of the dinosaurs (and other era-related creatures) is spot-on, as the developers work in this field as paleontologists in real life, I believe.”
“The game's setting and story are very interesting, and while not 100% original, the more derivative elements are used in the best possible way rather than as a crutch.”
“Crafting is in the beta stage in the current version; however, I never used it. The story is kind of like a game of chess, with each chapter so far focusing on a different group of survivors trying to survive.”
“I wanted to like this game, but the story is not well developed and is non-immersive.”
“Some quests get markers, others don't.”
“The story is kind of like a game of chess, with each chapter so far focusing on a different group of survivors trying to survive.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players struggling to grasp the combat mechanics even after several hours, while others appreciate the nostalgic blend of styles reminiscent of classic games like Earthbound and Undertale. Overall, the gameplay is described as solid, complemented by impressive art and an outstanding soundtrack, though it may not appeal to everyone.
“I think - based on the let's play videos I have seen of Undertale - that if you've played that game, you have a good idea of what you're in for, gameplay-wise.”
“Firstly, the gameplay is solid, the OST is amazing, and the art is killer.”
“Unfortunately, I wasn't able to grasp the mechanics behind combat after a couple of hours, and enabling auto-combat to observe the mechanics wasn't enough to pick it up.”
“I never played Undertale, but I have to admit the gameplay is not, for me personally, the style I'd usually enjoy.”
“Think of the story of the Dino Crisis series (believe me when I say you will find similarities in the story) but with a bit more of a futuristic application to it, mixed with gameplay similar to EarthBound on SNES, mixed with nostalgia of Jurassic Park on SNES, but the historical accuracy of the dinosaurs (and other era-related creatures) is spot-on (the developers work in this field as paleontologists in real life, I believe).”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its extraordinary quality and variety, which enhances the overall cyberpunk atmosphere. The soundtrack is described as "lit" and mind-blowing, complementing the beautiful pixel art and engaging gameplay.
“The pixel art is beautiful and the soundtrack is extraordinary!”
“I loved all of it: the variety of the characters, the ambience, the mind-blowing music, the cyberpunk atmosphere, the wonderful creatures and droids, and the ton of references to movies and video games.”
“Firstly, the gameplay is solid, the OST is amazing, and the art is killer.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, leading to a frustrating experience for players. However, the developers are proactive and responsive, frequently addressing these issues to improve stability.
“It's very buggy, and not fun at all.”
“Maybe it will get less buggy.”
“Bugs and glitches do pop up.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's retro aesthetic is charming and enjoyable, with smooth performance that enhances the overall experience.
“Don't be turned off by the game's retro aesthetic; it's very fun and runs smoothly.”
“The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the world to life.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Despite its retro aesthetic, the game is praised for its smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, indicating effective optimization.
“Don't be turned off by the game's retro aesthetic; it's very fun and runs smoothly.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I love how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly without any lag or stuttering.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for its rich variety of characters, immersive cyberpunk setting, captivating music, and a plethora of references to movies and video games, all contributing to a vibrant and engaging experience.
“I loved all of it: the variety of the characters, the ambiance, the mind-blowing music, the cyberpunk atmosphere, the wonderful creatures and droids, and the ton of references to movies and video games.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for enhanced replayability features, indicating that current offerings may be lacking and hoping for future updates to address this aspect.
“Even if this idea isn't the direction the developers want, I do hope they add something for replayability, at least when it comes time for that update.”
“The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and experience it again.”
