Hypoxia: One Last Breath

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Hypoxia: One Last Breath is a single player action game. It was developed by Soulab and was released on September 7, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A breathtaking sci-fi visual novel! Since the Z gas appeared in the atmosphere, it is no longer possible to breath outside the Dome. You play as Carl Thanavan, a young scientist determined to uncover the origin of the catastrophe. Which path will you choose?

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and detailed environments that enhance the atmospheric experience.
The story presents interesting world-building and explores mature themes, keeping players engaged throughout.
The sense of urgency created by the oxygen scarcity adds a unique layer of tension to the gameplay.

The game suffers from awkward controls and some overly complex puzzles that can frustrate players.
There are significant UI issues, such as the ESC button quitting the game instantly and logs not functioning intuitively.
The writing quality is inconsistent, with unnatural dialogue and pacing that detracts from the overall experience.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The story revolves around a new student at a prestigious science center who embarks on a perilous mission with a charismatic friend named Olivia, set against the backdrop of Earth's poisoned atmosphere. While the narrative is primarily linear, it includes occasional choices that can lead to early bad endings, adding an element of engagement. Overall, players find the story intriguing, though some have faced technical issues that hinder gameplay.
- “If the waifu doesn't hook you, the interesting story about Earth's poisoned atmosphere will.”
- “The story is mostly linear but has choices every now and again, many of which can lead to early bad endings.”
- “The plot involves the main character being a new student at a prestigious science center and ending up on a dangerous mission together with a brazen and good-looking new friend he made, Olivia.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The music in the game is generally well-suited to the on-screen action, though some players feel it occasionally mismatches the scene or lacks variety during intense moments. While the overall quality is acceptable, improvements in pacing and flow, particularly during character narration and action sequences, could enhance the experience. Additionally, the music, along with the art and background elements, contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “There's a lot of music as well, suiting whatever's happening on screen.”
- “Not just that, the music, art, and background are also good.”
- “The music is generally okay, though at times it felt a bit unsuited to the area or scene.”
- “Some of the pacing and flow could be better, I think, as the main character's internal narration butts into the conversation too often.”
- “Action scenes could use something more than just a character bust and intense music.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The atmosphere in the game is compelling, featuring a dystopian setting where a mysterious z-gas is depleting oxygen levels on Earth. This creates a stark contrast between the privileged few living in a protective dome and the struggles of those outside, enhancing the narrative's tension and intrigue.
- “The amount of oxygen in the atmosphere is decreasing due to a mysterious z-gas that is reacting with it, and so humanity has built a dome where a perfect amount of oxygen is preserved, allowing the most privileged to live inside, while everyone else has to survive outside the dome.”
- “The amount of oxygen in the atmosphere is decreasing due to a mysterious z-gas that is reacting with it, and so humanity has built a dome where a perfect amount of oxygen is preserved and where the most privileged get to live, whilst everyone else has to live outside the dome where it's a constant battle for survival.”
- “If the waifu doesn't hook you, the interesting story about Earth's poisoned atmosphere will.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics have received widespread acclaim, with users highlighting their vibrant colors and overall impressive quality.
- “Nothing but praise for the visuals.”
- “The visuals are pretty great and colorful.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay of this visual/interactive novel is criticized for being minimal, primarily consisting of clicking through poorly written dialogue that detracts from the overall experience. Reviewers question the quality of the writing and how it was deemed suitable for release on platforms like Steam.
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print. This poses the question, 'How did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where each sentence requires a click to advance, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative.
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best. Imagine the best novel you ever read, whether it's 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', '2001: A Space Odyssey', or 'Twilight' (if you have terrible taste in literature), but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the story.”
- “I found myself spending hours on mindless tasks just to progress, which took away from the enjoyment of the game.”