Emissary Zero

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Co-op horror (1-4 players). You are sent to explore a mysterious building at night. Fix all the equipment and try to return alive.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game has a quirky and fun atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
The demo showcases interesting mechanics, such as reviving dead players and engaging puzzles, which add to the overall experience.
Many players found the graphics appealing and the sound design effective in creating a spooky ambiance.

The game suffers from significant performance issues, including stuttering and bugs that hinder gameplay.
Some players expressed concerns about the lack of direction and guidance, making it difficult to progress in the game.
The gameplay can become repetitive, with limited variety in tasks and entities, leading to potential boredom.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The gameplay is generally considered satisfactory, but it risks becoming monotonous due to repetitive fetch quests while evading Slenderman. Some mechanics, like reviving dead players in tricky areas, add depth, but the hint system feels redundant given the abundance of clues already present in the environment. Overall, the gameplay scores a 7 out of 10.
- “The texting mechanic was just an arbitrary hint button (cool idea), but the map is filled with books that already provide hints.”
- “Gameplay: 7”
- “The general gameplay is alright; however, if the main gameplay sections continue to be fetching an item while hiding from Slenderman, it will get boring quickly.”
- “The basement part was a bit tricky; I had to die in order for my friend to carry on victoriously. The basement is really where the mechanic of reviving dead players at save points truly shines.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with users praising their quality and fun aesthetic, including a notable mention of a "giant kitty." Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience, despite some confusion with the puzzles. The game has been rated 8.5 for its graphics.
- “I really like the graphics of the game, plus the giant kitty!”
- “The graphics made up for the confusing puzzles.”
- “Great game, great graphics, and a silly story.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is noted for its fresh ideas and rich storytelling, though some find it to be somewhat silly. While the game features ambitious jumpscares, the overall plot is considered decent, receiving a score of 7.5.
- “Very fresh ideas, rich storytelling, and ambitious jump scares.”
- “Great game, great graphics, and a silly story.”
- “What's up with the story?”
- “The plot (which is still there): 7.5”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues even on high-end hardware, such as the Ryzen 9 5900X and RTX 3080, requiring the lowest settings to achieve a playable frame rate. Overall, the optimization is deemed poor, leading to stuttering and a subpar gaming experience.
- “I have a Ryzen 9 5900X and an RTX 3080 12GB with 64GB of RAM, and I had to run it at the lowest settings to get a reasonable frame rate without constant stuttering, and there was still stuttering.”
- “Game performance is also really bad.”
- “Optimization/system requirements: 6.5”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a moody and quirky vibe, blending elements of wackiness with a sense of unease. While it may not deliver traditional horror, the unique and sometimes disjointed elements contribute to a freaky ambiance that many players find intriguing and full of potential.
- “Chill demo; I think the game has some of the biggest potential I've seen. However, some of the elements feel really off, which honestly kind of works with the atmosphere.”
- “Do not expect real horror here -- just a moody atmosphere with wacky stuff and enemies.”
- “Chill demo, I think the game has some of the biggest potential I've seen; however, some of the stuff feels really off, which honestly kind of works with the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is freaky.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The humor in the game is inconsistent, with some players finding it lacking overall, describing it as a "bugged mess" that fails to deliver scares or laughs. However, there are moments of comedic potential, particularly noted in the manager chat feature.
- “Funny idea with the manager chat.”
- “A bugged mess that is neither scary nor funny.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced throughout the game.”
- “Attempts at humor often miss the mark, leaving players cringing instead of laughing.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits some bugs, but players find the puzzles enjoyable and the map appealing.
- “It's a bit buggy, but the puzzles are fun and the map is cool.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the character designs and express excitement for the full game's potential, indicating a positive outlook on character development.
- “Great game! I love the character designs and I can't wait to see what the full game is like.”
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”