Fossilfuel 2

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"Fossilfuel 2" is a survival horror game set in a flooded underground base overrun by dinosaurs. As Jack Allen, players will navigate dynamic sandbox levels, battling dinosaurs with a wide range of weapons and solving puzzles. Gameplay incorporates scuba gear for underwater exploration, with the goal of draining water and creating safe zones.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging experience with a mix of survival horror and action elements, reminiscent of classic titles like Resident Evil and Dino Crisis.
It features a variety of dinosaurs and enemies, with good graphics and atmosphere that enhance the gameplay experience.
The game has good replay value with multiple endings, different game modes, and a variety of mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh.

The game suffers from performance issues, including stuttering and glitches, which can hinder the overall experience even on high-end systems.
Controls and mechanics can feel clunky and unrefined, particularly during platforming sections, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
The save system is problematic, with unreliable autosaves and manual save points that can lead to repetitive gameplay and loss of progress.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
59%
18%
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, featuring fun mechanics like a credit system and varied game modes, but marred by user-unfriendly controls and basic AI. While it offers enjoyable gunplay and a nostalgic blend of Resident Evil and Turok elements, many players find the combat repetitive and the environments lacking depth. Overall, it has good replay value and interesting features, but suffers from execution issues that prevent it from being truly outstanding.
- “Pros - fun to play, good replay value, rich taste of Resident Evil references, good gunplay, splitting ways (OMG, I love this), 4 endings, intense boss fights, bullets cause real effects on animal body parts that got shot, realistic blood, realistic bullet impact (don't let PETA know about this), limited saves (ink ribbon mechanic), rank-score system at the end of the game.”
- “It ran well, the gameplay was fun, and the story and soundtrack were pretty awesome!”
- “Fossil Fuel 2 brings several significant improvements compared to its predecessor: better graphics (powered by Unreal Engine 5), more creatures (both fictional mutants and real-life extinct animals that are surprisingly accurate), less redundant weapons, better level design, and even more gameplay variety.”
- “I have no idea the reason for this, but apart from that, the gaming mechanics and controls aren't very user-friendly.”
- “Bad game with bad mechanics.”
- “Very basic pursuer mechanic implemented with terrible AI and janky, repetitive, poorly paced, unrewarding combat.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
The game's story is generally easy to follow and engaging, featuring a familiar plot of genetic experimentation gone awry, though some players found it somewhat forgettable. The atmosphere and character dynamics, particularly with the inclusion of dinosaurs, enhance the experience, while the addition of a "primal mode" offers a fresh take on the narrative. Overall, players appreciate the blend of fun gameplay and a compelling storyline, despite its brevity.
- “The game itself had a pretty understandable story that was easy to follow along with; it did take me a second to realize who Maximus was, but it still worked.”
- “It ran well, the gameplay was fun, and the story and soundtrack were pretty awesome!”
- “Going to play this game until I finish it because the storyline is also good!”
- “The story, unfortunately, was relatively forgettable.”
- “In essence, it's the usual plot of man creating dinosaurs with genetics, things go wrong, and you go in to retrieve the data.”
- “So what is primal mode? When unlocked, it overhauls the main story, adds additional enemies early on that you would normally fight much later, gives you stronger weapons at the start, but also provides enemies that present a challenge.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
20%
30%
The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the immersive sound design and cohesive level layouts that enhance the horror experience. While some reviews note a lack of variety and spooky moments, the overall ambiance and dinosaur sounds contribute positively to the game's mood. However, there are criticisms regarding repetitive environments that detract from the overall atmospheric impact.
- “On a positive note, the atmosphere feels better, there appears to be a storyline, there's some alright puzzle elements, the animations are better and there are more dinosaurs/creatures.”
- “And speaking of ambience, mood and atmosphere, it almost looks like this game was made just for me!”
- “It has great atmosphere and sounds to really get you feeling the creeps.”
- “The game has 2 finals which can extend a bit the replay value on the last chapter but feels a bit rushed overall since the atmosphere of the game lacks more spooky moments.”
- “Although there were admirable attempts to set atmosphere, the majority of this game features running through lifeless repetitive corridors and unfortunately it quickly became repetitive.”
- “The atmosphere feels better, but there appears to be a storyline, there's some alright puzzle elements, the animations are better and there are more dinosaurs/creatures.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
43%
29%
Overall, the graphics in "Fossil Fuel 2" have received positive feedback, showcasing significant improvements over its predecessor thanks to Unreal Engine 5, with enhanced creature designs and level aesthetics. Players appreciate the blend of modern visuals with a retro gameplay feel, although some noted that the game can be completed relatively quickly. Performance is generally solid, contributing to a satisfying visual experience.
- “Fossil Fuel 2 brings several significant improvements compared to its predecessor: better graphics (powered by Unreal Engine 5), more creatures (both fictional mutants and real-life extinct animals that are surprisingly accurate), less redundant weapons, better level design, and even more gameplay variety.”
- “Good graphics, lots of weapons, inventory management, and safe rooms.”
- “Despite the modern graphics, it remains faithful to a somewhat retro formula.”
- “The graphics were fine, the performance was solid.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
17%
67%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with players experiencing significant stuttering and performance issues even on high-end hardware, leading to inconsistent frame rates and various glitches. While some noted improvements in the second half of the game, many felt that the overall performance management was lacking and required further refinement. Despite decent graphics, the game's new engine appears to pose challenges for optimization, particularly for indie developers.
- “The graphics were fine, the performance was solid.”
- “The platforming section is made harder by the game stuttering if I turn around or jump too fast.”
- “Cons - bad performance management (even I use a Core i9 + 4080 Super) still got 60-70 fps at some parts, lots of unrefined scenes, lots of glitches, funny glitches, die during cut-scenes, die in unexpected ways, destroyed objects come back to the same point and cause glitches, faked Russian accent by female character was cringe as hell, female character uses the same arms as the male character, squad leader drove our boat straight up into the megalodon's mouth which was so funny dying & player can do nothing about it (this game still needs more refinement as I said), gun on the game's banner was not included in the game, lol.”
- “The boss fights, so far, have sucked, the options menu asks me to apply settings even if nothing is changed and the performance is pretty poor in places when it really shouldn't be.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game offers a decent level of replayability, featuring multiple endings, various game modes (including horde, primal, and sandbox), and a rank-score system that encourages repeated play. While the gunplay and Resident Evil references enhance the experience, some players feel that the overall atmosphere lacks depth, making it more of a casual time-waster than a game with significant replay value.
- “Pros - fun to play, good replay value, rich taste of Resident Evil references, good gunplay, splitting ways (OMG, I love this), 4 endings, intense boss fights, bullet effects on animal body parts, realistic blood, realistic bullet impact, limited saves (ink ribbon mechanic), rank-score system at the end of the game.”
- “Overall a fairly fun time-waster for a casual gamer, a decent degree of replayability and multiple game modes.”
- “Good degree of replayability with its horde mode, primal mode, and sandbox mode.”
- “The only replay value is the fact you can get a couple of different end boss fights depending on your choices near the end, but otherwise, there isn't much (4 different endings of sorts from looking over the achievements).”
- “The game has 2 final chapters which can extend the replay value a bit, but it feels rushed overall since the atmosphere lacks more spooky moments.”
- “Overall, it's a fairly fun time-waster for a casual gamer, but the replayability is limited despite having multiple game modes.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's stability is marred by significant performance issues, including inconsistent frame rates and numerous glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as unexpected deaths during cutscenes and objects reappearing in problematic ways. While some players appreciate the game's concept and design, the overall execution suffers from a lack of refinement and a frustrating save system, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
- “The game runs great and you can tell it's made with love.”
- “I love the idea of the game, I love dinosaurs more than anyone.”
- “The scenes that give you a scare or have a theme of danger are well designed.”
- “Cons - bad performance management (even I use core i9 + 4080 Super) still got 60-70 fps at some parts, lots of unrefined scenes, lots of glitches, funny glitches, die during cut-scene, die in an unexpected way, destroyed objects come back to the same point and cause glitches, faked Russian accent by female character was cringe as hell, female character uses the same arms as the male character, squad leader drove our boat straight up into the megalodon's mouth which was so funny dying & player can do nothing about it (this game still needs more refinement as I said), gun on the game's banner was not included in the game, lol.”
- “There were a few glitches and bugs where I found myself being stuck and having to reload my save file, and I had a huge issue with a late game ladder just kicking me backwards instead of letting me go up it.”
- “A compelling game ruined by an incredibly frustrating and buggy save game system.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, featuring amusing glitches and unexpected deaths that can elicit laughter, such as a squad leader driving into a megalodon's mouth. However, some elements, like a cringe-worthy fake Russian accent and generic character interactions, detract from the overall comedic experience. While there are funny moments and quips, the humor often feels overshadowed by performance issues and unrefined scenes.
- “A mix between Resident Evil 2 mechanics with the faster and spooky dinosaurs of Turok, nice graphics and a funny story but took me less than 4 hours to complete it.”
- “There were some funny quips which gave me a giggle.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with players praising its quality and integration into the gameplay and story. Notably, the soundtrack features memorable tracks, including a standout easter egg song that adds to the overall experience.
- “It ran well, the gameplay was fun, and the story and soundtrack were pretty awesome!”
- “Best Easter egg song in a game ever: Robo Rex! Haha, ro ro Robo Rex!”
- “The music when you first go into the silo is fantastic.”
- “The music when you first go into the silo is captivating.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The background music doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the monetization strategy is intrusive, with ads overshadowing gameplay elements, making them feel more like a nuisance than a challenge.