InfestStation
- July 22, 2024
- Atom Switch, Inc.
Get on Steam"InfestStation" is a session-based, multiplayer action game that allows for 2-player co-op or single-player. As OMICRONIX Corp Recovery technicians, players must survive and disable Crimson Drive Cores on derelict space stations, tackling interdimensional threats in this dystopian future. Join the Recovery Corps and battle malevolent forces in this Early Access PvE game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- InfestStation features impressive graphics and sound design, enhancing the overall horror atmosphere and gameplay experience.
- The procedural generation of levels and missions ensures high replayability, with no two playthroughs feeling the same.
- The game is best enjoyed in multiplayer, providing a fun and suspenseful experience with friends, while also being enjoyable for solo players.
- Many players experience performance issues, including low frame rates and crashes, even on high-end systems.
- The game can be confusing for new players due to a lack of clear instructions and guidance, leading to frustration.
- Some players have reported bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as random deaths and issues with mission objectives.
- story10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is enhanced by its procedurally generated ship and missions, creating a unique experience with each playthrough that emphasizes teamwork in a dark space horror setting. Players appreciate the intense atmosphere and variety of monsters, expressing interest in potential future story modes and co-op gameplay. While some bugs exist, the overall narrative experience is engaging and encourages exploration and replayability.
“I am looking forward to seeing where the game goes with some of those experimental missions.”
“Perhaps there can be a story mode in the future you can play co-op.”
“I love the dark space horror vibe, the tools, and the intense missions.”
“No mission has gone the same yet.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
Infeststation showcases impressive graphics powered by Unreal Engine 5.4, featuring sharp visuals and a moody atmosphere that enhances its sci-fi horror theme. Players appreciate the extensive graphical customization options, although some users report performance issues on certain hardware configurations. Overall, the game's visuals are praised for their quality, with expectations for further improvements through updates.
“Infeststation turns out to be quite an ambitious take on the sci-fi co-op survival horror genre, running on the most recent Unreal Engine (5.4) featuring cutting-edge visuals and sound effects.”
“The game offers plenty of graphical customization, allowing players to tweak the game's performance according to their systems' processing power.”
“The visuals were really sharp, and the derelict space station vibe really hit a good spot between interesting and creepy.”
“Graphics are kind of whack too.”
“My gaming laptop with its 3070ti can easily run other demanding games on high graphics settings with barely any frame-rate issues.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its unique blend of horror and sci-fi elements, offering an engaging experience that keeps players interested with varied levels and enemies. While the core gameplay loop is enjoyable and avoids monotony, there is a desire for more diverse objectives and content to enhance progression and overall depth. Players are optimistic about the game's future if developers continue to expand on these aspects.
“Really enjoying the horror-inspired, sci-fi gameplay.”
“This is a unique gameplay experience that I hope many people get to enjoy.”
“The general gameplay loop is interesting enough, and having the levels/enemies change is good to keep things fresh.”
“It doesn't feel like monotonous gameplay, but I do wish there were additional types of objectives.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game provides extensive graphical customization options, enabling players to optimize performance based on their hardware. While some users reported performance issues, others found it ran smoothly from the start, with hopes for further improvements through future patches. However, those for whom performance is a critical factor may want to reconsider playing in its current state.
“The game offers plenty of graphical customization, allowing players to tweak the game's performance according to their systems' processing power.”
“I have not had any issues with performance overall.”
“My hope is that as patches are rolled out, the performance on my machine and other similar machines gets better.”
“If performance is a deal breaker for you when it comes to a game, I cannot recommend this game in its current state.”
“Seeing all the negative reviews, especially on performance, I was skeptical, but it actually runs fine from the get-go.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its moody horror elements, enhanced by immersive visuals and soundscapes that create a spine-chilling experience. Players appreciate how the atmosphere complements the lore and contributes to the overall tension in multiplayer sessions.
“Hosting and joining multiplayer sessions is a simple single-click affair, with the game menu visuals and soundscapes nicely complementing the moody horror atmosphere and lore of the game.”
“Couple that with an atmosphere that sets the mood for a spine-chilling experience for every round of every game type.”
“Great atmosphere and creatures.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
“Despite the potential for a gripping environment, the atmosphere falls short, making it hard to feel engaged or invested.”
“The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected and uninterested.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game due to its diverse missions, various monsters, and dynamic ship layouts, which encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The multiple missions, monsters, and changing ship layouts enhance the replayability significantly.”
“Each playthrough offers a unique experience, keeping the game fresh and engaging.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes encourages players to dive back in for new adventures.”
“The multiple missions, monsters, and changing ship layouts provide some replayability, but it quickly becomes repetitive.”
“While there are different missions and enemies, the lack of significant changes in gameplay makes it hard to stay engaged after the first few runs.”
“The game offers some variety, but ultimately, the limited progression and similar objectives diminish its replay value.”
