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Hostages

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15%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
25% User Score Based on 12 reviews

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Hostages is a single player tactical shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Infogrames and was released on February 8, 2018. It received negative reviews from players.

Terrorists have taken an embassy hostage and you have to bring in a 3 men strike team to rescue the civilians inside.

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25%Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Hostage: Rescue Mission is a pioneering title in the tactical shooter genre, showcasing a mix of action, strategy, and stealth that was innovative for its time.
  • The game builds tension effectively with its minimalistic graphics and atmospheric sound design, creating memorable moments during gameplay.
  • For fans of retro games or tactical shooters, the game offers a nostalgic experience that highlights its historical significance in gaming.
  • The Steam port suffers from significant input lag and lacks controller support, making the gameplay frustrating and unresponsive.
  • Graphics and sound quality are abysmal compared to the original Amiga version, leading to disappointment for players expecting an improved experience.
  • Many players feel that the game has not aged well and lacks quality control, resulting in a poor execution on modern machines.

  • story

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Hostage: Rescue Mission" is centered around tactical counter-terrorism operations, effectively building tension within its mission-based structure. While it stands out for its realistic portrayal of hostage situations for its time, players note limited replay value due to the small number of missions available. Overall, it offers a nostalgic experience for fans of retro tactical games, despite some criticisms regarding its execution.

    • “For its time, Hostage: Rescue Mission builds tension remarkably well.”
    • “What's impressive about Hostage: Rescue Mission is how much it accomplished with limited hardware.”
    • “The mission-based structure and realistic (for its time) depiction of counter-terrorism operations made it stand out in a sea of straightforward shooters.”
    • “I actively play Rescue: The Embassy Mission a lot on the NES, so believe me when I tell you this is horrible.”
    • “Additionally, there’s not much replay value beyond mastering the handful of missions.”
    • “Do you remember the NES version of this game, which was titled Rescue: The Embassy Mission?”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is criticized for being dull and unengaging, particularly in stealth mechanics, while some players appreciate its challenging aspects despite clunky controls and outdated mechanics. Overall, it seems to lack the excitement needed to maintain player interest.

    • “The gameplay is incredibly smooth and intuitive, making it easy for both new and experienced players to jump right in.”
    • “I love how the mechanics are well-balanced, allowing for a variety of strategies and playstyles to emerge during matches.”
    • “The level design is fantastic, with each area offering unique challenges that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
    • “Silly and boring stealth game; the gameplay gets dull within 5 minutes.”
    • “This level of challenge gives it a timeless quality, even if the controls and mechanics feel clunky compared to modern games.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this game have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the Steam port for its inferior quality compared to the Amiga version, describing it as "abysmal." However, others appreciate the minimalistic style, noting that it effectively conveys the game's character animations despite its simplicity.

    • “The minimalistic graphics get the job done, with simple but effective character animations.”
    • “Graphics and sounds are abysmal compared to the Amiga version.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users indicate that the game's replayability is limited, primarily revolving around mastering a small set of missions, which may not provide enough incentive for repeated playthroughs.

    • “Additionally, there’s not much replay value beyond mastering the handful of missions.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of diverse outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious and uninteresting.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by basic yet effective sound design, featuring sparse effects that create a tense and immersive experience.

    • “The sound design is basic but atmospheric, with sparse effects that keep you on edge.”

  • music

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in this Steam port is disappointing, as it lacks the quality of the original Amiga version and instead features the inferior soundtrack from the DOS version.

    • “Sadly, this Steam port is not the superb Amiga version with nice music and graphics, but rather an abysmal DOS version.”
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Hostages is a tactical shooter game with science fiction theme.

Hostages is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows, Msx and others.

Hostages was released on February 8, 2018.

Hostages was developed by Infogrames.

Hostages has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked Hostages for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Hostages is a single player game.

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