Dinosaur Hunt

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Dinosaur Hunt is a single player and multiplayer survival simulation game. It was developed by Racing Bros and was released on September 17, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Dinosaur Hunt" is a simulation-style first-person shooter game that offers various gameplay options, including single-player, 2-player, and multi-player co-op modes. The game boasts good mechanics and graphics, with players facing off against a variety of dinosaurs in a chaotic and intense setting. However, it is important to note that the game is very grinding, can be buggy at times, and has an overwhelming amount of achievements . The story is described as mind-blowing, but the game's emphasis is on the action-packed gameplay.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,924 reviews

graphics69 positive mentions

stability48 negative mentions

The game offers a large number of achievements, making it appealing for achievement hunters.
It's a fun, mindless shooter that can provide some laughs, especially when played with friends.
The low price point makes it an easy purchase for casual gaming.

The graphics and overall quality are poor, resembling a low-budget or unfinished game.
Gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with little variation in objectives or enemy behavior.
The AI is often buggy, with dinosaurs spawning in odd locations and not behaving realistically.

graphics
203 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Dinosaur Hunt" receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that they fall below modern standards, often describing them as dated or reminiscent of early 2000s titles. While some appreciate the immersive atmosphere and customization options, others criticize the poor design and lack of polish, leading to a generally low perception of visual quality. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a significant drawback, though they may still provide some enjoyment for players seeking a casual experience.
- “Firstly, its immersive and detailed graphics transport players into a prehistoric world, allowing them to experience the majesty and terror of dinosaurs in a visually stunning environment.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous, with extensive customization options including sliders for vegetation, day/night cycles, rain, and even night vision and thermal settings. I've never seen a game with this much graphical customization.”
- “This game has hands down the most amazing 3D graphics I have ever seen; it’s almost like the dinosaurs were right there in front of me.”
- “Graphically, Dinosaur Hunt is well below modern standards, even by 2015 indie game expectations.”
- “The graphics are PS2 era, and it looks like a stoned toddler played with a free game creator.”
- “The graphics and user interface feel like this game was made 10+ years ago, and not in a good way.”
story
183 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and emotional, while others criticize it as shallow and disconnected from the gameplay. Many reviews highlight that the narrative is primarily delivered through monotonous narration between missions, lacking depth and visual storytelling, which can lead to a sense of repetition and disengagement. Overall, while some appreciate the attempt at a storyline, it often feels like an afterthought in a game focused on fast-paced action rather than intricate storytelling.
- “The game's storyline and quest mechanics are carefully crafted, offering a captivating narrative that keeps players engaged throughout their journey.”
- “The story was emotional and filled with twists; at the time of writing, I haven't finished the campaign, but it filled me with emotion.”
- “The story here will make you laugh, it'll absolutely make you cry, and you'll just be thinking about it all the way up until half-life 3 is released; it's that good.”
- “The game's primary appeal lies in its raw, action-oriented gameplay that prioritizes fast-paced hunting scenarios over intricate storytelling or complex mechanics.”
- “The story is irrelevant to the game; it's just a prop since the game is all about killing dinosaurs.”
- “The gameplay and the story are completely disconnected; it's almost as if the story was added at the last minute.”
gameplay
183 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is characterized by fast-paced, action-oriented mechanics focused on first-person shooting and hunting dinosaurs, which some players find engaging despite its repetitive nature and lack of depth. While the shooting mechanics are accessible and the variety of weapons adds some enjoyment, many reviews highlight issues such as lag, poor design, and a disconnect between gameplay and narrative. Overall, the experience is seen as a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the chaotic fun while others criticize the shallow mechanics and technical flaws.
- “The core gameplay focuses on first-person shooting mechanics that are accessible yet effective, making the game easy to pick up but still engaging enough to demand tactical thinking.”
- “The environments, though occasionally repetitive, offer enough variety in terrain to influence gameplay dynamics, forcing players to consider positioning and cover during hunts.”
- “The gameplay is satisfyingly brilliant and the inclusion of the dinosaurs exploding adds to the immersion that at the end these are 'lab-grown monsters' that don't deserve to live, or are they?”
- “The gameplay is absolute garbage, but it also comes with about 1000 achievements to write dumb stuff on your profile, so I guess it has a purpose.”
- “The gameplay consists of spawning, finding the dinosaur via waypoint (always less than a minute away or right in front of you), shooting it a dozen times (don't worry about being attacked because we will solve the mysteries of the universe before the dinosaur reaches you).”
- “The actual gameplay is very passable; after playing through the campaign, I really saw no point in continuing.”
music
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the hard rock soundtrack as energizing and fitting for the gameplay, while others criticize it for being repetitive and monotonous. Many users noted that the soundtrack can enhance the experience, but it may not appeal to everyone, leading to a polarized reception. Overall, the music is seen as a highlight for some, while others find it grating or lacking variety.
- “10/10 would listen to the soundtrack again.”
- “The music is great.”
- “The soundtrack is actually decent if you like hard rock; just listen to the trailers on the store page and see if that's acceptable for you.”
- “Background music is either absent or looped in a way that quickly becomes monotonous, contributing little to the game’s atmosphere.”
- “The music is obnoxious (yes, I'm well aware it can be turned off), the campaign doesn't make any sense, and the whole game is just boring.”
- “The ai is awful with enemies often standing in place or spinning in circles, the maps are boring, the graphics are bad (especially gun and corpse effects), the guns are boring to fire, the music loop is nearly as grating as the rare voice effects.”
humor
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely derived from its absurdity and glitches, with many players finding enjoyment in its ridiculous scenarios, such as dinosaurs exploding and silly achievements. While some reviews highlight the game's low quality and chaotic nature, they often describe it as "so bad it's funny," making it a lighthearted choice for casual play or streaming. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a comedic experience rather than a serious gaming challenge.
- “While I did nothing but make fun of this game in this review, I did actually kind of enjoy it overall, even if it was just laughing at how ridiculous it was.”
- “It's a good game to play for laughs; besides, it's dirt cheap (give the voice actor a raise for the obnoxious and hilarious dialogues).”
- “Not only is this game fun, but it is absolutely hilarious.”
- “Not funny.”
- “I noticed they added a lot of achievements, and I'm not going to reinstall this crap anymore. A lot of people told them to stop adding achievements, and they seemed to agree with us, but then... no, just no. Don't buy this garbage; it's not worth it and not funny to grind even for its price.”
stability
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a plethora of bugs and glitches, including floating objects, poor AI, and frustrating controls. While some users found the game surprisingly enjoyable despite its issues, many described it as a buggy mess that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game appears to require significant improvements in stability and quality control.
- “There are lots of different weapons to choose from, and the dinosaurs themselves aren't buggy as I expected.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any major glitches, making for a stable and enjoyable experience.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; I haven't encountered any crashes or significant issues.”
- “Game was released 7 years ago, but more glitches than a Bethesda launch.”
- “Objects float, buggy AI, deaths out of nowhere, clipping through walls, NPCs that walk against the walls.”
- “It's messy, it's buggy, quality control got tossed out the window.”
optimization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, "Dinosaur Hunt" suffers from significant optimization issues, with many users reporting poor performance, bugs, and unresponsive controls across various settings. While some players noted improvements on low-end PCs, the general consensus is that the game requires further optimization to enhance the overall experience.
- “✔ Well optimized for my low-end PC.”
- “I think the devs have changed, and the game has come quite a long way since I purchased it with better optimization, more maps, and weapons.”
- “This game has a campaign, where you basically snipe dinosaurs, survival mode which is pretty fun but after a while drags down the performance drastically.”
- “Dinosaur hunt generally runs without severe crashes or bugs, but optimization is poor.”
- “Graphics are much improved with the cartoon shader enabled, controls are terribly optimized for keyboard and controller alike, the soundtrack is the usual generic 80s thrash you’d expect.”
- “This is the least optimized game I have ever played.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews on the aspect of "grinding" highlight a mixed experience, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, often leading to boredom and a desire to skip content. While some appreciate the challenge of achievement farming, others criticize the lack of variety and the monotony of missions, describing the overall experience as a slog. Despite these criticisms, a few players still found enjoyment in the grind, indicating that it may appeal to certain audiences.
- “There are over 1,081 achievements, and gathering each achievement is difficult yet fair and is not tedious at all.”
- “It was a slog, it got boring fast, it was tedious and didn't bring any changes to gameplay.”
- “The dinosaur variety was very slow to change, and the missions were very tedious.”
- “Every 'mission' gives 50 coins regardless of how difficult (read: tedious) it was.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have found the game's story to be deeply emotional, often leading to tears and profound realizations about the stakes involved. While some express confusion and frustration with gameplay mechanics, the frequent unlocking of achievements provides a sense of accomplishment that resonates on a personal level. Overall, the emotional impact of the narrative and gameplay experiences elicits a range of feelings, from joy to introspection.
- “The story was emotional and filled with twists. At the time of writing, I haven't finished the campaign, but it filled me with emotion; I'll do that soon.”
- “The story was mind-blowing, and it made me cry in the corner.”
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "Dinosaur Hunt" effectively evokes a prehistoric wilderness, though it falls short in graphical fidelity and suffers from repetitive background music that detracts from the experience. While a recent patch reintroduced metal music, many players feel it undermines the intended atmospheric tone, leading to a mixed reception regarding the overall ambiance of the game.
- “Visually, Dinosaur Hunt paints a picture of a prehistoric world that, while not pushing the boundaries of graphical fidelity, successfully captures the atmosphere of an ancient wilderness.”
- “Background music is either absent or looped in a way that quickly becomes monotonous, contributing little to the game’s atmosphere.”
- “But the horrendous effects (which you can still enable but aren't quite the same) and overall atmosphere which was intentionally designed to 'be' good ended up being horrible.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of aggressive cash grabs and microtransactions, while others criticize the presence of ads and the perception of the game as a clone. Despite some negative sentiments, many users respect the developer for their commitment to ongoing improvements and community engagement, suggesting a more positive approach to monetization compared to other titles in the genre.
- “The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players into spending money.”
- “I appreciate that the developers have removed microtransactions, making the experience more enjoyable.”
- “The monetization system is transparent and allows players to enjoy the game without feeling forced to spend.”
- “The other games tend to not have as much extra stuff or variety in them and come off as more of a cash grab - release another clone with small variations.”
- “I am sad that my friend gave this awful developer half of the money towards a McDouble so he may continue to exist and live off his scummy cash grab.”
- “Probably with microtransactions, but he removed all of those.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews on replayability are mixed; while some players rate it highly, citing a strong desire to return to the game for its engaging dinosaur-shooting mechanics, others find it lacking in replay value, suggesting it may appeal more to younger audiences. Overall, the game offers decent replayability, but opinions vary significantly among players.
- “Replayability: 10/10 - you will keep coming back to shoot dinosaurs because, quite frankly, someone needs to put these things out of their misery.”
- “Replayability and value.”
- “No replay value, but I'm sure your kids would love it.”
- “Replay value decently high.”
- “Replay value: ★★★”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game has received mixed feedback; some players feel it lacks depth and traditional RPG elements, while others appreciate how seamlessly it integrates with gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The character development and gameplay both intertwine so well that I can't help but give it this high of a score.”
- “This design choice may not satisfy players looking for a deeper story or more RPG-style character development.”