Inhumanus

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"Inhumanus" is a story-driven Sci-Fi action game that can be played as a single player or with up to 4 players in co-op mode. As a captain in the Galactic army, you intercept a strange SOS signal and must navigate through a dangerous underground facility filled with aliens, robots, and mutants. The campaign features 14 levels, 21 guns, and a separate mode called "The Descent" for combat-focused gameplay.

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Play Modes

+30

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The gunplay is well refined and engaging, providing a fun experience in combat.
The game offers a decent amount of content for its price, making it a good value for players.
The developer is active and has shown commitment to improving the game through updates.

The game lacks polish, with clunky menus, outdated graphics, and various bugs that detract from the experience.
Enemy AI is simplistic, often leading to repetitive gameplay as they charge directly at the player.
The movement system can cause discomfort, making it difficult for some players to enjoy longer sessions.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they are simple, outdated, and reminiscent of 90s titles. While some appreciate the nostalgic charm and find them workable, others criticize the lack of polish and consistency, suggesting that the visuals could benefit from further development. Overall, the graphics are functional but not impressive, with a clear need for improvement to enhance the overall experience.
- “Yes, the visuals and such are dated, but again it's one dev and they've done an admirable job.”
- “As others have said, the graphics feel like they're from the nineties, but that’s just fine with me as the game runs very smoothly.”
- “The game is a type of homage to old-school Doom gaming, with an endearing art style that, while not appearing state-of-the-art, has a colorful charm not unlike that of watching an Adam West Batman TV episode.”
- “The graphics are very plain and outdated.”
- “The visuals and sound lack polish (expected for the price).”
- “The graphics, assets, mobs, the space scene, trees that dance when you move your head, it's all... old.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The story in the game is generally considered weak and somewhat cheesy, with many players feeling it lacks excitement and depth. While some appreciate the variety in gameplay mechanics, they often find the narrative underwhelming, with minimal backstory provided through scattered elements rather than engaging storytelling. Overall, the story does not significantly enhance the gaming experience, leading many to focus more on gameplay than the plot itself.
- “Most of the bad guys do the same thing (come straight after you), but there's some nice varieties as you progress through the story.”
- “Game improved considerably after the update, it still needs some polishing at some points, but the story is enjoyable, the mechanics work as they intended.”
- “Story is a little cheesy, but that's not why you play this game.”
- “The story is a little cheesy, but that's not why you play this game.”
- “General mechanics are great and they carry the game through the weaker parts, like the story.”
- “There is more story on the store page than in the game.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The gameplay is consistently praised for being fun and engaging, with solid mechanics that enhance the overall experience despite some graphical shortcomings and a weaker story. Recent updates have improved the gameplay further, making it enjoyable and well-executed, particularly in terms of weapon variety and general mechanics.
- “The gameplay is where this really shines.”
- “General mechanics are great and they carry the games through the weaker parts, like the story.”
- “Weapons are cool and gameplay is engaging.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report minor stability issues, including glitches that affect item pickup and weapon management due to the game's interface and physical interactions. While these problems can be frustrating, they are generally not severe enough to significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “There are little glitches, like not being able to pick up items because I can't reach the game floor through my real floor, or my belt storage gets in the way.”
- “I did find some glitches here and there, but nothing too crazy.”
- “I found myself accidentally switching guns or putting them away because the slots are a bit funky and buggy on my waist.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers appreciate the game's level design, highlighting it as a key component that enhances the overall atmosphere.
- “I love the immersive atmosphere and the intricate level design.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly engaging, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The combination of sound and visuals creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The background music is generally well-received, with users appreciating its subtlety and overall quality.
- “The subtle music in the background was good.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users have reported that optimization issues may stem from hardware limitations, particularly on older systems like a core i5 with an NVIDIA 1060, which can lead to performance problems, although some bugs, such as walking through walls, remain unaddressed.
- “Update: The developer contacted me, and all the listed issues (except walking through some walls) are due to poor performance on my Core i5 with an NVIDIA 1060.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it nearly unplayable during intense moments.”
- “I experienced frequent stuttering and lag, which severely impacted my overall enjoyment of the game.”