HEIST
- September 27, 2019
- Atomizer Games
Get on Steam"Heist" is a stealth game set in the era of smooth jazz and organized crime, where you play as a cat-burglar seeking wealth and freedom. Featuring top-down gameplay, customizable gadgets, and non-linear levels, you can choose your approach to completeness objectives and avoid capture. The game boasts a film noir-inspired graphic novel style and a rich original jazz soundtrack.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a cool art style and a great soundtrack that enhances the noir atmosphere.
- HEIST offers a variety of gadgets to unlock, allowing for different strategies in stealth gameplay.
- The level design is well-crafted, providing multiple approaches to complete heists and rewarding exploration.
- The save system is frustrating, requiring players to restart from scratch if they leave mid-mission, with no quality of life improvements.
- The AI is easy to exploit, making the game less challenging and reducing the sense of accomplishment in stealth gameplay.
- Controls and camera angles can be restrictive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences and difficulty in navigating levels.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Gameplay in this title is a mixed bag; while it captures a noir atmosphere and features a standout soundtrack, many players find it clumsy and lacking in depth. The core mechanics are straightforward, appealing to stealth game fans, but the limited complexity and awkward checkpoints detract from the overall experience. Despite its flaws, some players still appreciate the gameplay for its potential and ambiance.
“It's straight and to the point because much of the game revolves around and focuses on the gameplay.”
“I love stealth games, and I'm a huge fan of the Metal Gear series, so if you are too, I think you'll like the gameplay at the very least.”
“Btw, this is a good game (not great but good! I am a dev too, and I hate testers, but I love the gameplay of this game and I have a lot of things to say).”
“Decent art style, limited gameplay.”
“Other than that, the core gameplay loop seemed okay but very basic, and I had no motivation to really unlock the other items. Although I think it could be quite fun if there was more complexity.”
“Gameplay is a little iffy at times, but if you love stereotypical noir themes, this game is brilliant for it and it has probably the best soundtrack I've heard in a video game.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story in "Heist" is straightforward and lacks the depth of more complex narratives like those found in "Bioshock." While it provides a basic framework for the gameplay, players should not expect intricate storytelling, as the focus is primarily on the heist mechanics and the acquisition of new tools after each level.
“There's a story in the heist, but it's fairly simple, so don't expect BioShock levels of storytelling.”
“After every level, you get a new tool to aid you in the missions, these include, but aren't limited to trip wires, smoke bombs, and cherry bombs (purely for distraction purposes).”
“There's a story in Heist, but it's fairly simple, so don't expect BioShock levels of storytelling.”
“There's a story in Heist, but it's fairly simple, so don't expect BioShock levels of storytelling.”
“There's a story in Heist, but it's fairly simple, so don't expect BioShock levels of storytelling.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a decent art style complemented by a strong soundtrack, but many reviewers feel that the aesthetic lacks depth and commitment, resulting in a simplistic visual experience that doesn't fully engage players.
“The art style and soundtrack are really great.”
“I wouldn't mind the simplicity if there was more commitment to the aesthetic; past the heavy shadows, jazz, and trench coats, there's nothing much compelling here.”
“I wouldn't mind the simplicity if there was more commitment to the aesthetic (past the heavy shadows, jazz, and trench coats, there's nothing much compelling here).”
“Decent art style, limited gameplay.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many reviewers calling it one of the best soundtracks they've encountered in a video game. The art style complements the noir theme effectively, enhancing the overall experience despite some gameplay issues and bugs.
“The art style and soundtrack are really great.”
“Gameplay is a little iffy at times, but if you love stereotypical noir themes, this game is brilliant for it and has probably the best soundtrack I've heard in a video game.”
“Good game, love the style and music despite the jank and bugs.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game particularly evident when engaging in speedruns, as the absence of stealth elements transforms the gameplay into a comedic experience. The unexpected scenarios that arise during these runs contribute to the game's overall charm and entertainment value.
“Playing it as a speedrun transforms the experience entirely; it's hilarious to see how the game changes when you abandon the stealth elements.”
“The humor shines through in unexpected ways, especially when you approach the game with a speedrun mindset.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization may lead to performance issues, as only portions of the map are rendered at a time, potentially due to memory constraints. This can affect the overall gameplay experience by limiting the visual continuity of the environment.
“The optimization allows for a seamless experience, with different parts of the map loading efficiently, making exploration feel fluid.”
“Thanks to the optimization, each room in the map is displayed at the right moment, enhancing the overall performance and immersion.”
“The game's optimization ensures that performance is smooth, allowing players to focus on gameplay without interruptions.”
“Due to performance issues or memory optimization, parts of the map are displayed in a fragmented manner, with only one room visible at a time.”
“The optimization seems lacking, as the game struggles to load multiple areas of the map simultaneously, resulting in a disjointed experience.”
“Performance optimization is a major concern; the game often only renders one room at a time, which disrupts immersion and flow.”
