Incognito

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Incognito is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Fox and was released on March 23, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

An indie game like no other. Incognito is a cross genre adventure that thrusts you into a foreign solar system known as Sector 42. You are forced to survive in deep space through exploration and questing between planets. Incognito mixes different gaming genres together into one complete narrative.

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Single-Player

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 89 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of different gameplay styles, providing a chaotic yet enjoyable experience.
Players often find themselves unexpectedly invested in the game, leading to hours of fun and emotional engagement.
Despite its flaws, the game has a charming atmosphere and a sense of humor that resonates with many players.

The game suffers from poor graphics, clunky mechanics, and unpolished elements that detract from the overall experience.
Many players report a lack of guidance and clarity in gameplay, leading to confusion and frustration.
There are significant issues with the storyline and character development, making it feel linear and lacking depth.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
58%
18%
The game's story is described as having potential with interesting elements, but it often feels linear and lacks depth, primarily revolving around fetch quests. While some players appreciate the humor and multiple endings, others criticize the poor voice acting and the limited choices available, leading to a somewhat clumsy yet cozy atmosphere. Overall, the narrative is present but may not satisfy those seeking a more engaging or complex storyline.
- “The coolest thing about Incognito is its storyline, along with the possibility to switch between 3rd and 1st person view. I cannot do that by myself, because that choice is level-based, but it brings a cool dimension to the game.”
- “The storyline is great, and this game has a fair difficulty level, with more than one possible ending. The whole atmosphere feels a bit clumsy, but that also makes it cozy.”
- “The story is at times interesting, at times baffling, and it is very linear, with two paths to explore.”
- “Poor storyline and voice acting.”
- “There is a storyline, but all you get to do is fetch items.”
- “Throughout the whole storyline you basically have no choice at all.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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30%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of interesting concepts and ambitious mechanics, but it suffers from tedious tasks and outdated controls that detract from the overall experience. Players noted a lack of guidance and a feeling that the game is more of an extended tutorial than a fully realized experience, leading to frustration and a reluctance to continue playing. Despite its charm and variety, the execution leaves much to be desired, making it a challenging experience for many.
- “However, overall it has a story and the gameplay is interesting.”
- “That said, the ambition of including so many different styles of gameplay into one game is impressive, and the game has a strange charm to it that kept me coming back for more.”
- “Unfortunately, that is a core gameplay element as you have to go on an easter egg hunt across a bunch of worlds and fill up a tedious quota.”
- “I know I can't really comment on a game having just 2 hours played on it, however the game is old, the mechanics are rather rusty, slow, tedious... it's not for the faint of heart. There is also a huge lack of guidance and I cannot stress how even after giving it a chance, I didn't want to continue to play.”
- “The whole game feels like a tutorial or introduction into the game mechanics, teaching you the things you need to know to get started afterwards.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a deeply emotional experience with the game, highlighting its ability to evoke strong feelings ranging from laughter to tears. Despite its seemingly dark aesthetic, many found it surprisingly wholesome, leading to a mix of emotional highs and lows that left a lasting impact. Overall, it is described as an "emotional damage simulator" that effectively engages players on a profound level.
- “I cried.”
- “Surprisingly wholesome for something that looked cursed.”
- “I laughed, I cried, I alt-tabbed.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The graphics of the game are generally criticized for being unpolished and dated, with some users describing them as minimalistic yet stylish. While a few appreciate the aesthetic, many find the overall visual presentation lacking and clunky, detracting from the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are minimalistic yet stylish and enhanced by the above-par sounds and music.”
- “Graphics: like 200x”
- “As others have said, the game is very unpolished and clunky, the graphics are dated, and the UI is not always intuitive.”
- “Graphics: like 200x.”
- “In this review, I will ignore the graphics completely, as I was fully aware of their ugliness and still purchased the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, citing frequent glitches that detract from the overall gaming experience. Many express frustration, indicating that these problems significantly impact their enjoyment of the game.
- “This glitch hurts me; this game frustrates me most of the time.”
- “The frequent crashes make it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant lag and instability, which ruins the overall experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, as it involves repetitive tasks like an "easter egg hunt" across various worlds with little guidance. Many reviewers note that the outdated mechanics contribute to a slow and unenjoyable experience, making it challenging to stay engaged.
- “Unfortunately, that is a core gameplay element as you have to go on an easter egg hunt across a bunch of worlds and fill up a tedious quota.”
- “I know I can't really comment on a game having just 2 hours played on it; however, the game is old, the mechanics are rather rusty, slow, and tedious. It's not for the faint of heart. There is also a huge lack of guidance, and I cannot stress how, even after giving it a chance, I didn't want to continue to play.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a charmingly clumsy aesthetic that contributes to a cozy feel, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the engaging storyline and fair difficulty, which, combined with multiple possible endings, enrich the immersive environment.
- “The storyline is great, and this game has a fair difficulty level, with more than one possible ending. The whole atmosphere feels a bit 'clumsy,' but that also makes it so 'cozy.'”
- “The storyline is great, and this game has a fair difficulty level, and even more than one possible ending. However, the whole atmosphere feels a bit clumsy, which makes it also somewhat cozy.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players noting its cleverness and ability to enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the engaging missions and substantial content contribute to a well-rounded and enjoyable gameplay atmosphere.
- “Great humor, interesting missions, and lots of content for an indie game.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for being above average, complementing the minimalistic yet stylish graphics effectively.
- “The graphics are minimalistic yet stylish and enhanced by the above-par sounds and music.”