God Mode

For 800MSP, God Mode isn’t bad. Some great ideas thrown in with a step back to the purist shooting action possible are welcome, but there just isn’t enough game to be going on with. Most players will whip through the five maps on offer in just a couple of hours, and if the game doesn’t hook them entirely, that’ll be all she wrote.

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"God Mode" is a fast-paced, arcade-style third-person shooter game. Players take on the role of a descendant of ancient Greek gods, battling through hordes of mythological creatures in various locations. With a focus on intense action and upgradeable weapons and abilities, players must fight to reach the top of Mount Olympus and claim their place among the gods. The game features intense combat and cooperative multiplayer for up to four players.

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 820 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

story11 negative mentions

Fun and engaging gameplay, especially when played with friends.
Unique mechanics like 'Tests of Faith' and character customization add variety.
Great graphics and atmosphere, reminiscent of classic shooters.

Limited content with only a few maps and repetitive gameplay.
Multiplayer matchmaking is often dead, making it hard to find games.
Frequent crashes and technical issues hinder the overall experience.

gameplay
74 mentions
26 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "God Mode" is characterized by its fast-paced, co-op third-person shooter mechanics, featuring unique modifiers and challenges that can enhance the experience. However, many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with limited maps and content leading to boredom after a short period. While the game offers enjoyable moments, especially with friends, its overall execution is seen as basic and in need of more variety to maintain long-term engagement.
- “The gameplay is solid, and there are plenty of little extras to keep things fun and interesting—though the meager selection of maps means there’s a good chance the game will become stale after a few hours.”
- “God mode is a humorous co-op third person shooter with non-linear gameplay, fast and frantic shooting, hordes of on-screen enemies, and stunning visuals.”
- “The in-game modifiers or the so-called 'tests of faith' do bring some excitement to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay gets boring very quickly and is very gimmicky.”
- “It's linear, the maps are few, the gameplay is boring and ridiculously repetitive.”
- “Gameplay is dull and boring.”
graphics
71 mentions
62 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their detail, vibrant artwork, and smooth animations, contributing to an engaging visual experience. While some players noted that the graphics can be adjusted to lower settings to avoid crashes, many found the visuals appealing and well-designed, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game. However, despite the strong graphical presentation, some reviews pointed out that the gameplay itself can feel repetitive and lacks depth.
- “The graphics and animations are pretty, the controls are responsive, the bad guys all look pretty evil, it's satisfying punching a way through the hordes of skeletons with your pistol out screaming, damn you hades.”
- “The graphics, effects, and animations are very good considering this is just a rather cheap download title, also the game runs smooth at high fps.”
- “God mode is a humorous co-op third person shooter with non-linear gameplay, fast and frantic shooting, hordes of on-screen enemies, and stunning visuals.”
- “I never heard of a fix in which the graphics make the game playable.”
- “Major bug, some people can't play on anything other than low graphics settings or else the game crashes and you'll never be able to load into a game, but if you don't mind low graphics, which still look good, it is not a real problem.”
- “But graphically it brings nothing new to the table.”
story
35 mentions
9 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
31 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal or non-existent, with players noting a lack of backstory or context for their character's presence in ancient Greece. While some appreciate the gameplay and graphics, many agree that the absence of a compelling narrative detracts from the overall experience, making it feel repetitive and shallow. Overall, the game is seen as more of an arcade-style shooter focused on combat rather than storytelling.
- “The plot is that you and your teammates must blast their way through the maze of Hades and its demonic denizens using an arsenal of firearm weaponry and deity-inspired magical 'special attacks' in order to avoid eternal damnation.”
- “There is a story, but it is told through a narrator and the loading screens. To sum up, it's basically 'you died and now you need to fight your way out of Hades.' You don't have to worry about missing some extensive plot, I think.”
- “The story is that you die in some bizarre way, more like suicide, you go to hell and now you fight your way to become a god!”
- “While I really liked the Greek atmosphere and enemies, it is a little misplaced that a random guy, without any backstory or ties to ancient Greece (as far as I can tell), is trapped there.”
- “This game is cheap, shallow, and devoid of a story other than what it tells you in the description.”
- “It's essentially arena combat, which involves facing wave after wave of enemies with little to no context or plot considerations.”
humor
30 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, characterized by a mix of corny jokes, a hilarious narrator, and dark comedic elements that resonate well with players, especially in a co-op setting. Many reviews highlight the funny voice acting and amusing in-game scenarios, making it a fun experience when played with friends. While some players noted minor bugs, the overall comedic tone and engaging gameplay contribute to a lively and entertaining atmosphere.
- “Tons of fun to be had with your friends... not only is the announcer hilarious, this whole game provides great things for everyone to laugh at for hours.”
- “Voice acting is solid, quite funny as well, if you like corny humor.”
- “At the beginning of every match, a hilarious voice tells you why you are dead and how you got to Hades!”
stability
17 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players experienced only minor issues, many found the game to be extremely buggy and unplayable, particularly on Windows 10. Overall, the game's stability issues detract from its potential enjoyment, leaving it feeling abandoned by developers.
- “This game is too buggy to run under Windows 10 and long out of support.”
- “Too buggy and it keeps crashing, but if it wasn't for this, it would be a great game.”
- “The game is extremely buggy and broken.”
grinding
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
-15 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, with limited maps and repetitive gameplay leading to burnout. While it can be enjoyable with friends, many reviewers feel that the grind for experience and rewards detracts from the overall experience, making it feel mindless and lacking in variety. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant drawback, contributing to a sense of monotony.
- “It's a linear style of gameplay that requires little thought, with no puzzles to solve or tedious tasks to fulfill. Your main objective is to kill as many enemies as you can before they can kill you.”
- “Grinding in this game is straightforward and satisfying, allowing players to focus on combat without the distraction of complex mechanics.”
- “The grind is rewarding, as each enemy defeated brings a sense of accomplishment and progression, making the repetitive nature feel worthwhile.”
- “There is honestly nothing left to do and by this point you're burned out from grinding the small choice of maps.”
- “Waaaaaayyy too much grinding for such a repetitive, mindless game.”
- “And the game is grindy, in the worst way possible.”
music
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered generic and forgettable, with many players opting to mute it in favor of their own playlists. While some appreciate the atmosphere it creates, others find the sound effects lackluster and the overall audio experience underwhelming. The announcer adds a bit of charm, but ultimately, the soundtrack fails to leave a lasting impression.
- “The soundtrack and atmosphere of the game really set the mood, and the random 'tests of faith' sometimes had me laughing, and other times cringing.”
- “Play your favorite music playlist.”
- “Graphics are good, music is okay, no technical problems.”
- “The sound effects and music, however, are a little generic and do not offer that much to enhance the experience.”
- “Music is forgettable and the sound effects, just as I mentioned previously, lack a punch sometimes.”
- “The announcer is a nice touch, but after a few minutes in, I just muted the game because the soundtrack is not worth mentioning, nor is the announcer.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its immersive Greek setting and intense mood, enhanced by a fitting soundtrack. However, some players find the protagonist's lack of connection to the ancient world jarring, and the "tests of faith" evoke mixed reactions, ranging from amusement to discomfort. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both captivating and somewhat disjointed.
- “Graphics and atmosphere give a cool setting.”
- “However, after modding my weapons a tiny bit and getting used to the bizarre control scheme, I really started to appreciate the intense atmosphere of the game.”
- “While I really liked the Greek atmosphere and enemies, it is a little misplaced that a random guy, without any backstory or ties to ancient Greece (as far as I can tell), is trapped there.”
- “The atmosphere is very hellish (which apparently looks like ancient Greece).”
- “The soundtrack and atmosphere of the game really set the mood, and the random 'tests of faith' sometimes had me laughing, and other times cringing.”
replayability
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game offers some replayability through its co-op mode and different permutations of oaths and difficulties, but it is limited by a small number of maps. While players appreciate the fun aspects and lack of bugs, many feel that additional content such as new maps, bosses, or DLC is necessary to enhance long-term replay value.
- “It has good replay value and fun co-op.”
- “- good replayability”
- “It lacks replayability because there are only a few maps, but hey, at least there are no bugs and it's inexpensive.”
- “You could argue that, with different permutations of oaths and difficulties, you could extend the replay value more, but that's stretching it.”
- “God mode is fun while it lasts, but it needs more free content (more maps and bosses), DLC, or Steam Workshop added to breathe new life into the community of players and extend the replayability.”
monetization
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with players expressing frustration over the reliance on real money for in-game purchases and a lack of promised updates. Comparisons to free-to-play games like Warframe highlight the absence of optional microtransactions and a consistent development cycle, further emphasizing dissatisfaction with the game's monetization approach.
- “Warframe scratches the same itch, but is free to play, with completely optional microtransactions, and a consistent development and update cycle.”
- “Does this game use real money for in-game purchases?”
- “Devs left the community to fix their broken launch; they never fixed the game. It feels like a complete cash grab, with no updates as promised and no one on multiplayer.”
- “Warframe scratches the same itch, but is free to play, with completely optional microtransactions and a consistent development and update cycle.”
optimization
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for poor performance and a lack of content, with some users feeling that the price does not reflect the quality offered. While there are no major performance issues reported, the overall experience falls short of expectations set by promotional materials.
- “No crippling performance issues that I know of.”
- “The game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware configurations.”
- “Optimization is top-notch, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “$10 for the poor hardware optimization and slim pickings this game has to offer is highway robbery to me.”
- “When I could have gotten a much better game, these optimizations suck, and so does this game. It doesn't come close to what the trailers promised. The customization is alright, but you have to level up to unlock each item. Please don't buy this game and waste your money on a much better game like Bad Rats.”