Hellbreach: Vegas

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Hellbreach: Vegas is a single player and multiplayer survival shooter game. It was developed by Infinity Ape Studios and was released on August 14, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Hellbreach: Vegas" is a wave-based demon shooter developed by Infinity Ape Studios, where players face a demonic threat in the neon-lit streets of Las Vegas, unlocking and upgrading an array of futuristic weapons and power-ups. Progress through increasingly challenging maps, and try your luck at the various casino-style weapon and bonus machines. What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, and it's up to you to make sure the city survives the onslaught.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 670 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

stability20 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic CoD Zombies, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
The unique mechanics, such as the slot machine upgrades and a variety of weapons, add an interesting twist to the gameplay.
For a solo developer project, the game shows a lot of potential and has received praise for its engaging gameplay and cooperative elements.

The game suffers from performance issues and bugs, which can detract from the overall experience.
Many players find the enemy AI and animations to be lacking, leading to a less immersive gameplay experience.
The game can feel repetitive and lacks depth in content, with some players expressing a desire for more maps, enemies, and gameplay variety.

gameplay
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mix of familiar mechanics from titles like Call of Duty Zombies and Killing Floor, featuring a unique upgrade system and a fun, engaging loop of weapon enhancement. While the shooting mechanics are generally praised, some players find the movement and visual clarity lacking, alongside performance issues and a somewhat chaotic feel. Despite its bugs and a few frustrating mechanics, many players appreciate the game's charm and innovative features, making it a decent option for fans of the genre looking for a budget-friendly experience.
- “The gameplay loop is basically getting the weapons you like and boosting their stats till you die; enemies don't stop getting spongier but you won't stop getting stronger.”
- “A very unique upgrade system, fun weapons, a few maps at launch, and most importantly, fun gameplay.”
- “The game has fresh mechanics; it's a round-based zombie survival game with new mechanics and a variety of weapons. I absolutely love this game!”
- “The mechanics here are very innovative for a COD Zombies style game, but unfortunately I can't recommend it because the actual movement and shooting just do not feel good and the visual clarity is very bad.”
- “It's still buggy, has performance issues, terrible reloads, stuttery gameplay, and a poor progression system.”
- “Trust me, just go play Call of Duty Zombies... it's basically that type of game but the guns suck and the zombies are boring and uninspiring... just a bad version of an overly fast-paced game that would have been a lot better if there was proper tactical gameplay and strategies.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the effort put into the world design and the vibrant colors, while others criticize the visuals for being blurry and lacking detail, particularly in enemy models. Although there are notable improvements since the game's early stages, many users feel that the graphics need further polishing and customization options. Overall, while the game showcases some beautiful elements, it suffers from performance issues and bugs that detract from the visual experience.
- “I have played the game when it was much more bare-bones at the beginning, and I have to applaud the maker of this game for improving on the mechanics, power-ups, and overall aesthetic of everything I have enjoyed about it thus far.”
- “Colors are beautiful; all in all, if the game was more polished in terms of graphics, it would be great.”
- “Awesome graphics, really good performance with a few stutters!”
- “Way too many bugs, and visuals are very blurry.”
- “Lowering the graphics isn't a problem, it's the fact that it runs so poorly without DLSS and is arguably only playable with it on my system at max, and probably only just barely. Playing on the Steam Deck to test it out there, running at ultra looks like garbage and runs at 30-45fps.”
- “Anyway that's how far the positives go, in the negative side of things, graphics are blurry and confusing sometimes, enemies aren't that distinguishable because their models have poor details, there isn't an optional endgame like a final boss or something and the content isn't enough to keep grinding waves, animations aren't the best and there are some annoying bugs like demons stuck in walls.”
optimization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering gameplay, crashes, and inconsistent frame rates, particularly on lower-end hardware. While some users noted that the game is enjoyable and worth the price despite these problems, others found the optimization to be poor, especially in early access. A few players did mention experiencing good performance with high-end graphics cards, but the general consensus is that the game requires further optimization to enhance the overall experience.
- “The most optimized early access game I have ever played.”
- “Awesome graphics, really good performance with a few stutters!”
- “If you want to slay waves of hell demons with a COD Zombies vibe and have some fun in the process, even with some performance issues, just give it a shot.”
- “It's still buggy, has performance issues, terrible reloads, stuttery gameplay, and a poor progression system.”
- “Too many crashes, animations are cringe, badly optimized, audio is terrible.”
- “I have a RX 6700 XT with a R7 3700X & even at 1080p there were some real issues with performance.”
stability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting various bugs and glitches, particularly related to movement and performance issues. While some users find the gameplay enjoyable despite these problems, others criticize the game as unfinished and suggest it should not have been fully released in its current state. Overall, opinions vary, with some players noting improvements over time, while others remain frustrated by the game's instability.
- “Played it on Steam Deck and it runs great.”
- “The game is not buggy at all in what I've played.”
- “Game is a buggy mess, unfinished, lacks a lot of things. I respect the fact it's one developer's work, but you proceeded and made a full release while the game is not even 10% finished.”
- “It's still buggy, has performance issues, terrible reloads, stuttery gameplay, and a poor progression system.”
- “The maps are a buggy mess.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is not story-driven, with many users appreciating the absence of a traditional narrative in favor of fast-paced action reminiscent of classic shooters like Unreal Tournament and Doom. However, some players express a desire for more engaging elements such as quests, easter eggs, and objectives to enhance replayability and prevent the gameplay from feeling stale. Overall, the lack of a significant storyline is a defining feature, appealing to those who prioritize action over narrative depth.
- “Needs easter eggs / quests and perhaps rewards from them to keep it from feeling stale.”
- “I'd really like to see main quests and easter eggs, tighten up some animations and models, fix sometimes glitchy pathfinding, variety in the look of the perk cards, some better sounds for certain things and rebalancing of the sounds, maybe some more hardcore music in-game to up the intensity.”
- “I like the lack of a storyline and plot, just pulse-pounding run and gun action like Unreal Tournament, Quake 2, Doom, etc. If you like games like this, as I do, you will not be disappointed.”
- “Is it story driven? Heck no, not by any means for sure.”
- “Lack of a story mode.”
- “Features no story, objective, or significant easter eggs.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its lack of microtransactions, allowing players to earn cosmetics through gameplay rather than purchases. This approach contributes to a more enjoyable experience, free from intrusive monetization tactics. However, some players feel that certain upgrades become too expensive in later stages, which could impact overall enjoyment.
- “No microtransactions in sight (yay!)”
- “It's simple, easy fun; no politics or microtransactions stuffed in your face, and from playing solo to wave 30, I didn't notice any game-breaking bugs at all.”
- “Also always a fan of cosmetics being available through actual play, rather than being sold as microtransactions.”
- “Upgrades are too pricey in later waves.”
- “Matchmaking is too punishing.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be both addictive and tedious, particularly due to the skulls currency system, but they note that the overall progression feels overly grindy. While the game's low price point is appreciated, many reviewers criticize the lack of content and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay and frustration with bugs and enemy pathing issues. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a mixed bag, with potential for enjoyment but hindered by design flaws.
- “The grinding and addictive aspect of the game for me is the skulls currency.”
- “Anyway that's how far the positives go. On the negative side of things, graphics are blurry and confusing sometimes, enemies aren't that distinguishable because their models have poor details, there isn't an optional endgame like a final boss or something, and the content isn't enough to keep grinding waves. Animations aren't the best, and there are some annoying bugs like demons getting stuck in walls. There is a pathing problem overall, and you may end up searching the whole map to find the final enemy.”
- “The bird rounds were mainly tedious and annoying. Too many spawn in solo, and depending on the map, the threat is minimal due to the open space. This doesn't mean to make the maps smaller, but I think the birds could be reworked. Maybe add them to the base round if possible instead of their own rounds. However, I do like the idea that these small enemies are weak, but their numbers overwhelm you, especially in close-quarter places. That was good in the police station, but in the strip, it didn't do much.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The music in the game has received high praise, with users describing it as "badass" and a mix of raving, dubstep, and rock metal, earning a perfect score of 5/5. However, some players noted that the menu sounds resemble those from "Back 4 Blood," which they found odd, and suggested incorporating more hardcore music to enhance the game's intensity. Overall, while the music is well-received, there are calls for improvements in sound variety and balance.
- “Music 5/5”
- “I would really like to see more hardcore music in the game to up the intensity.”
- “The menu sounds and music remind me of Back 4 Blood, which is interesting.”
- “Menu sounds and music in the menu sound like Back 4 Blood, so that's odd.”
- “I'd really like to see main quests and easter eggs, tighten up some animations and models, fix sometimes glitchy pathfinding, variety in the look of the perk cards, some better sounds for certain things, and rebalancing of the sounds. Maybe some more hardcore music in-game to up the intensity.”
- “The music is badass, featuring raving, dubstep, and rock metal.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Hellbreach: Vegas" is characterized by its creative and whimsical elements, such as the use of slot machines and roulette wheel guns, which add a lighthearted touch to the chaotic gameplay. However, while the game presents a variety of humorous concepts, many players feel that these jokes do not significantly enhance the overall experience or encourage continued play. Overall, the game shows potential for humor but may not fully capitalize on it.
- “I really enjoy the concept of Hellbreach: Vegas, especially the creative use of slot machines and the roulette wheel gun; it's quite funny!”
- “In summary, this game may be a bit chaotic, but it certainly offers a bit of humor and lightness in the gaming world.”
- “Has promise, but the AI tracking is mega funny.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's strong replayability due to its diverse and unique weaponry, extensive customization options, and potential for future content like custom maps and game modes. The overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing excitement for the game's future and its ability to provide ongoing fun.
- “The weapons are cool as hell (no pun intended). I really like the vast amount of unique guns in this game; it allows for replayability and just a lot of fun!”
- “Key bindings and tons of menu options, character and gun customization, there are tons of replayability options.”
- “This game will have a lot of replay value; maybe some different game modes too in the future. All in all, 10/10 for me! I've been wanting this type of game for a long time.”
- “The game lacks replayability due to its limited content and repetitive gameplay mechanics.”
- “After completing the main storyline, there isn't much incentive to play again, which really diminishes the overall experience.”
- “While the game has potential, the current lack of diverse game modes and custom maps makes it feel stale after a few playthroughs.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game has been criticized for failing to create an engaging or immersive experience, leaving some players disappointed.