Experiment Gone Rogue

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Experiment Gone Rogue is a single player shooter game with fantasy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Repulse Games and was released on December 20, 2018. It received negative reviews from players.

In a dystopian future, an alien race, known as the Cirinians, rules over Earth and is building an army of genetically altered humans. Step into the shoes of an escaped experiment and wreak havoc across the facility in which you were created against your will.

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30%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The climbing mechanics and interactive environments provide a fun and engaging experience.
The game has a unique storyline presented through audio logs, which adds depth to the gameplay.
Some players appreciate the VR components, particularly the immersive actions like swinging on ladders and shooting.

The game is plagued by numerous technical issues, including crashes, poor AI, and low-quality graphics.
Combat feels dull and repetitive, with a lack of enemy variety and unresponsive controls.
Many players feel the game is overpriced for the content it offers, describing it as a low-quality experience that fails to deliver on its promises.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
Gameplay is generally enjoyable with a solid foundation for an FPS shooter, featuring a variety of guns and a satisfying gunplay system. However, players noted a lack of enemy diversity and criticized the inconsistent checkpoint system, which can lead to frustrating setbacks. Additionally, while the UI is customizable and mostly well-designed, some found it intrusive, and certain mechanics, like throwing grenades, were poorly implemented.
- “Gameplay and combat was fun, if a little lacking in enemy types.”
- “The UI is highly customizable and everything is well placed like the map, currency, health, etc., which isn't too intrusive during gameplay.”
- “Gameplay: the most basic building blocks of an FPS shooter are simple to grasp, with plenty of guns, plenty of enemies, and a system of gunplay that ties them together and feels right.”
- “The developers were actively listening to the beta players on Discord, but really they didn't improve gameplay that was bad in the beta, and now bad in early access.”
- “Content: while I do not believe I finished all of this game's offerings, its lack of a structured and consistent checkpoint system had instances where I died and either went back a little bit of gameplay away, or was sent all the way back to the beginning of the level, instances of the latter leading to me dipping out of the game early.”
- “There were destructible objects in the game but they offered nothing to the gameplay.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
37%
27%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning visuals and detail, while others criticize the lack of noticeable differences across settings and the presence of blurriness in certain areas. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered better than average, they are marred by inconsistencies and uninspired textures that detract from the overall experience.
- “Stunning visuals and detail, but a few hiccups here and there; the game is beautiful.”
- “The graphics in the game with a Vive Pro are good, but some parts and areas were slightly blurry and too dark for my taste.”
- “Graphics are good.”
- “Also, there is no difference between low or high graphics, or any of the anti-alias settings, or none that are actually apparent.”
- “Graphics: a much easier topic to critique, literally nothing special about them, although at the time of writing, one of the later stages is literally textured using a Valve default skybox texture with only white and orange squares making up all of the walls, ceiling, and flooring.”
- “Graphically, I wasn't really impressed either.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The game's story is presented through audio logs, which some players find engaging, while others criticize it for lacking cohesion and containing numerous plot holes. Character development is inconsistent, with some appreciating the arcs while others feel they are shallow or nonexistent. Overall, the storytelling experience is mixed, with players divided on its effectiveness and enjoyment.
- “It actually has a really neat storyline that is told through audio logs.”
- “The golden weapons were cool and the story was presented in a way that I was able to choose if I wanted to listen to it or just shoot everything in my path.”
- “Good character arcs and good exposition; it didn’t look like you tried too hard, it came out naturally.”
- “Full of plot holes, characters have no development, and I just want to forget this.”
- “There's no cohesion in the storyline or the environments; you're going along a linear path and fighting some of the worst AI I've ever encountered that just run at you in a straight line.”
- “I love story in my games, but these felt like a chore I had to do rather than information I wanted to listen to.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is generally well-received, effectively setting the mood and enhancing the experience, with many players expressing a desire to purchase the soundtrack. However, some reviewers noted that while the music is mostly appropriate, there are moments where it feels out of place or could have benefited from more development, particularly in relation to the game's dystopian themes. Overall, the soundtrack is a highlight for many, despite some criticisms.
- “Now please excuse me as I want to go buy the soundtrack.”
- “The music was mostly appropriate and rarely felt forced or out of place.”
- “I feel like the music reflects a badass super-soldier vibe, but not the dystopian theme.”
- “Music, or at times a lack of it, was always appropriate, setting the perfect mood.”
- “Music was mostly appropriate but a little more time could have gone into it.”
- “I feel like the music reflects a badass super-soldier but not the dystopian theme.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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Overall, the game's optimization appears to be mixed; while some players report smooth performance with minimal crashes, others note significant dips in frame rates, particularly in certain areas like the bar, indicating room for improvement.
- “I had one crash about an hour in, but other than that, performance was great.”
- “Optimization (how well it runs)”
- “There could be some optimizations done there, hopefully.”
- “The performance as soon as you walk in takes a dip.”
- “The bar is very poorly optimized.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game enjoyable with significant replay value, highlighting the presence of engaging postgame content that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “The game was really fun and had great replay value, especially with the postgame content.”
- “I found myself coming back to this game multiple times, thanks to its high replayability.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes made each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its self-referential and playful tone, with clever use of buttons to respond to player reactions, creating a lighthearted and engaging experience.
- “If you found this helpful, well fortunately there's a button for that. If not, there's also a button for that. And if for some reason you find it funny, guess what? There's a button for that too!”
- “The humor in this game is so clever; it keeps you laughing at every turn!”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every moment a delightful surprise!”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the movement mechanics enjoyable and distinctive, but they can become repetitive and tedious during extended gameplay, leading to a sense of grinding.
- “The movement is fun and unique, but it can get a little boring and tedious at times.”