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Directive Nine

47%Game Brain Score
story
gameplay, graphics
68% User Score Based on 19 reviews

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"Directive Nine" is a VR FPS Roguelite set in a sci-fi universe where you, as a Galactic Federation Agent, must eliminate pesky settlers in the Outer Reaches. The game offers great replay value with a variety of loadouts, weapons, and gadgets to choose from. As you battle through spacestations and face increasingly challenging enemies, your arsenal unlocks carry over into your next playthrough, encouraging tactical awareness and strategic planning.

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68%
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
story1 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game has a solid and fun gameplay experience, especially for a VR roguelike.
  • There is a lot of potential for future updates and improvements, with a good base to build upon.
  • The art style and fast-paced action are engaging, making it addictive for players.
  • The game is currently plagued by numerous bugs and issues, making it unplayable for many users.
  • Development appears to have stalled, with no updates or communication from the developer since April.
  • Players have encountered frustrating design flaws, such as invisible walls and confusing mechanics.
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is described as solid and enjoyable, despite its basic roguelike mechanics and simple graphics. Players appreciate the straightforward approach of selecting a loadout and navigating randomly generated maps, though there are calls for more two-handed mechanics and weapon customization. Overall, the gameplay is considered fun but somewhat unpolished, with early access justifying the limited content.

    • “Early access easily excuses the limited amount of content and the gameplay is solid if unpolished.”
    • “I like the shooting, but I’d like it if there were more two-handed mechanics, along with more weapon customization.”
    • “I like the shooting, but I'd prefer if there were more two-handed mechanics, along with more weapon customization.”
    • “Early access easily excuses the limited amount of content, and the gameplay is solid if unpolished.”
    • “The gameplay is straightforward - select your loadout and make your way through a randomly generated map, killing anyone you meet.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is marred by technical issues, including invisible walls that hinder progression and bugs that can lead to unexpected character deaths. Despite these setbacks, players can utilize credits earned from missions to purchase new weapons and upgrades.

  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are characterized by a simplistic, polygonal style that some players find underwhelming, yet they appreciate the game's solid and enjoyable gameplay. The art style is praised for its appeal, contributing to an addictive experience despite the basic roguelike elements.

    • “Such an absolute blast! I was addicted to this game after my first run. The art style is awesome, and the fast pace keeps you going.”
    • “The graphics are really simple, nearly polygonal, but the gameplay is solid and fun, even if the roguelike elements are also basic.”
    • “I really like this game for how underwhelming the menus and some graphics are.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is widely criticized, with users reporting it as unfinished and plagued by numerous bugs, leading to a perception of abandonment by the developers.

    • “Unfinished, buggy, abandoned.”

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