Instinct

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Instinct is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Newtonic Studio and was released on October 17, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

INSTINCT encompasses horror on a whole new level — experience the chilling gameplay and story through the eyes of three different playable characters in this third person action game! They are members of an elite American military squad specializing in covert ops and complete annihilation in enemy territory. Their relationships are torn apart and fade away as the three are separated to face Nort…

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

atmosphere1 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game has a fun atmosphere and enjoyable ragdoll physics when shooting enemies.
It offers a straightforward level design that is easy to navigate.
The game is considered a decent value for its low price, providing a nostalgic old-school FPS experience.

The gameplay is marred by clunky movement and weak weapon mechanics, making combat frustrating.
The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and bugs that affect playability.
The story is difficult to follow due to language barriers and lacks depth, making it less engaging.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game's storytelling is praised as a masterpiece, with interconnected narratives reminiscent of Resident Evil, though some players find the plot overly ambitious and difficult to follow. While the environments and atmosphere are well-received, the overall clarity of the story leaves something to be desired.
- “Masterpiece in storytelling”
- “The story is overly ambitious in a fashion typical of this genre.”
- “The stories are intertwined as they are all on the same mission, just separated doing different things.”
- “I couldn't tell you what the deal is with the story, other than that it's overly ambitious in a fashion typical of this genre.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users noting that they are outdated and accompanied by slow, clunky movement. However, others appreciated the environments, atmosphere, and visually appealing set pieces, despite the overall gunplay and enemy variety being less impressive.
- “Really enjoyed the environments, atmosphere, visuals, and there were some very nice set pieces.”
- “Graphics are okay, but movement is slow and clunky.”
- “Outdated graphics for the time.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its engaging environments, impressive visuals, and well-crafted set pieces, contributing to an immersive experience. However, some players noted that the gunplay is average and the story feels overly ambitious and unclear.
- “I really enjoyed the environments, atmosphere, visuals, and there were some very nice set pieces.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported issues with audio stuttering, but enabling V-Sync in the menu has resolved the problem for some players, indicating that optimization may vary based on individual settings.
- “Audio stuttering; enabling VSync in the menu fixed it for me.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system despite meeting the recommended requirements.”
- “Frequent frame drops make it nearly unplayable during intense scenes.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is often praised for its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, providing a satisfying experience that keeps players invested. However, some users note occasional pacing issues and repetitive elements that can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay strikes a balance between challenge and accessibility, appealing to a wide range of players.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many users praising the soundtrack for its ability to enhance the overall gaming experience. The compositions are noted for being immersive and fitting well with the game's themes, contributing to the emotional depth of the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that elevates the game's atmosphere.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the program requires priority in the startup sequence to function properly; otherwise, it experiences significant camera glitches, including shaking.
- “It has to be the first program to run after booting your PC; otherwise, the camera glitches out and starts shaking.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express strong negative emotions towards the game, with some feeling regret for engaging with it, indicating a profound disappointment or dissatisfaction with the experience.