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Fractured Core

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51%Game Brain Score
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83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

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Fractured Core is a single player role playing game with anime and science fiction themes. It was developed by Engram Interactive and was released on August 13, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Lead a team of mercenaries in a cyberpunk world where elemental powers and corporate conspiracies collide. Take on high-risk missions, engage in strategic turn-based combat, and uncover the truth lurking beneath the surface.

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music4 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique cyberpunk setting in European countries, which is a refreshing change from typical cyberpunk games.
  • The pixel art is visually stunning and stands out among other indie games, complemented by an engaging soundtrack.
  • The combat system is enjoyable with a variety of character roles and customization options, making for a fun turn-based experience.
  • There is no mouse support and the default control scheme is difficult to navigate, with no tutorial provided for key-bindings.
  • Some gameplay elements, such as backtracking and pacing issues in the story, can feel tedious and disrupt the flow of the game.
  • The game currently lacks controller support and does not provide clear information on button layouts, which can be frustrating for players.
  • story
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story features an intriguing premise centered around espionage and uncovering dark conspiracies, but suffers from pacing issues, particularly in the first two chapters, which feel like extended tutorials. Many players note that the narrative ends abruptly just as it becomes engaging, leaving several plot threads unresolved. Overall, while the setting and character dynamics are promising, the execution leaves much to be desired.

    • “Once you go through the story, you are led into several levels/stages that can vary from typical espionage high-story offices to half-destroyed and scorched laboratories, and even church catacombs.”
    • “Michael, as the main protagonist, belongs to Athena PMC as a special forces mercenary, leading his comrades as team lead to perform espionage, abductions, item retrievals, eliminations, and other increasingly dangerous missions as the game progresses.”
    • “The story has some pacing issues (there are four chapters and the first two feel like extended tutorials) and unfortunately ends right as it's getting interesting, with a fair amount of plot threads left hanging.”
    • “Michael, as the main protagonist, belongs to Athena PMC as a special forces mercenary, leading his comrades to perform espionage, abductions, item retrievals, eliminations, and other increasingly dangerous missions as the game progresses.”
    • “By progressing through the story, you will unveil conspiracies, dark secrets, and crimes that the megacorps want to keep hidden.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its originality and quality, describing it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. While not the primary focus, the soundtrack is engaging enough that some players are considering purchasing it separately to enjoy outside of the game.

    • “Amazing music and an interesting character grid ability system.”
    • “Although I said it already, the music is pretty good and was one of the main reasons I checked the game out.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing!”
    • “While not the main focus of this game, the music is original enough and not disruptive.”
    • “I might consider buying the standalone soundtrack so I can vibe around outside the game, but maybe later.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this JRPG features solid turn-based combat with a unique twist, though it can occasionally feel unbalanced. The overworld exploration is enjoyable, allowing players to discover vendors and collectibles, while combat mechanics like a visible turn order and stun feature add to the overall experience.

    • “A JRPG that has mechanics that go beyond the regular formula.”
    • “Not much to say on the overworld gameplay, as you could just walk around enjoying the futuristic sceneries, coming across item/equipment vendors, and obtainable consumable/key collectibles in 'sparkle' form.”
    • “Mostly solid turn-based combat gameplay, with the caveat that it can feel a little unbalanced at times.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are highly praised for their impressive pixel art style and hand-drawn aesthetics, contributing to an overall enjoyable visual experience.

    • “The graphics look awesome for a pixel art style, plus the soundtrack slaps!”
    • “Love the hand-drawn art style.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail.”
    • “The environments are bland and repetitive, making the game visually unappealing.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game's quirks and bugs, noting that while issues like inconsistent auto-save sizes and unexpected civilian appearances can be amusing, they do not detract from the overall experience. The lighthearted nature of these glitches adds to the game's charm rather than being game-breaking.

    • “There are some bugs, but they're just funny, not game-breaking, like civilians suddenly appearing after a conversation or the auto-save in the top-left sometimes being big and sometimes normal.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments that make the experience enjoyable.”
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Fractured Core is a role playing game with anime and science fiction themes.

Fractured Core is available on PC, Windows, Linux, Xbox and others.

Fractured Core was released on August 13, 2025.

Fractured Core was developed by Engram Interactive.

Fractured Core has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Fractured Core is a single player game.

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