KEO

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KEO is a multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Redcatpig Studio and was released on December 9, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

"KEO is a 2-player, class-based, post-apocalyptic racing game set in 2120 where players battle for resources in high-tech remote-controlled vehicles. Features online multiplayer modes including Deathmatch and Domination, with a focus on teamwork and loadout customization. Due to its indie status and early access, the game encourages players to join servers during specific time windows to ensure a full lobby experience."

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Audience ScoreBased on 240 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

The game has great graphics and a fun concept, reminiscent of classic vehicular combat games.
There is potential for enjoyable gameplay with friends, especially in private matches.
The developers are active and responsive to community feedback, showing promise for future updates.

The game is essentially dead, with a very low player base making matchmaking nearly impossible.
There are significant performance issues, including long loading times and poor optimization.
The lack of single-player content and AI opponents limits replayability and enjoyment.

gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
37%
16%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the unique mechanics and potential for fun, while others criticize it for being underdeveloped and lacking engagement, especially due to long queue times and a sparse player base. Although the game features interesting resource management and well-designed vehicles, many feel that the overall experience is hindered by awkward UI decisions and technical issues. Overall, while there are elements of promise, the gameplay currently feels lackluster and in need of refinement.
- “Awesome music and fun gameplay!”
- “The gameplay loop is an interesting one where you have energy as a third resource alongside your health and armor that is depleted from using your modules, and energy refills are pickups scattered throughout the map.”
- “Devs play their own game and are pretty good at it, understanding vehicle builds, fight gameplay, and map control.”
- “Gameplay has potential but is very underdeveloped. Early access is no excuse; if they are taking payment, then this is the product.”
- “The only plus point of the game is that the vehicles look really cool and the classes seem well designed, but with gameplay that bad, this doesn't matter.”
- “The actual gameplay seems rather lacklustre.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise, with many players noting that they rival those of modern titles despite being from a new indie studio. While some users experienced performance issues and crashes, those with capable hardware found the visuals impressive and promising for future updates. The aesthetic draws favorable comparisons to classic games like Twisted Metal and Carmageddon, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Every time I play, I simply cannot believe it is an indie title from a brand new studio. This team absolutely crushed the visuals here!”
- “The graphics are on par with modern games and the frame rates are good.”
- “The game looks promising with great graphics and soundtrack.”
- “Awful graphics + bad performance!”
- “[0.6] graphics”
- “---{ graphics }---”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
46%
36%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it as a cash grab due to the heavy emphasis on in-app purchases and a grindy progression system. While there are concerns about the game's early access status and the potential for exploitative monetization, others appreciate that the microtransactions are limited to cosmetic items, which they view as a more acceptable approach. Overall, the game's monetization practices have raised skepticism among players regarding its long-term viability and playability.
- “The progression system also includes no microtransactions, which is a big relief coming from a game like Crossout, which is just a big vessel for microtransactions.”
- “The game's only microtransactions are cosmetic, which is the right way to do it.”
- “Look at the history of the updates: 'new skins!', 'new wheels!', 'new event!', 'new weapons!', 'new map!' but nothing to address the playability of the game at all. This is clearly just a cash grab from a bunch of people who have no idea what they are doing and can't even make a playable game.”
- “If I paid money for this, I'd be very upset, especially since the game is clearly designed to be grindy to incentivize microtransactions.”
- “Early access + in-app purchases just screams 'cash grab here!', as most games that have both these qualities are almost certainly a cash grab.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
11%
22%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its quality and how well it complements the gameplay. While some noted a limited number of tracks, the overall audio experience is described as incredible and relaxing, enhancing the game's visual appeal. However, a few users mentioned issues with the main menu's loud music and flickering lights.
- “Awesome music and fun gameplay!”
- “Also, the music is perfect... literally I cannot say one bad thing about the audio or visual aspect of this game, it's incredible.”
- “The game looks promising with great graphics and soundtrack.”
- “Keo also has an obnoxious main menu screen with loud music and flickering lights.”
- “[0.4] sound & music”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The reviews highlight a lack of a substantial story in the game, with some users expressing a desire for a dedicated story mode or single-player content to enhance the experience. While one user appreciates the moral of perseverance, the overall sentiment indicates that the game's narrative elements are minimal or non-existent, leaving players wanting more depth in storytelling.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “I prefer to wait for a while for new updates like a single-player mode with some story to it or something that we can enjoy.”
- “If it had a story mode or a side PvE mode, it would have stood out more.”
- “I would also love to see a story mode for it for some PvE gameplay.”
- “☑ no story”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
29%
57%
The game's optimization has received largely negative feedback, with users reporting poor performance, clunky controls, and subpar graphics, even on high-end systems. Many players express frustration over long matchmaking times and a lack of online opponents, indicating that significant improvements are needed for a better gaming experience. Overall, the game's optimization issues detract from its potential enjoyment.
- “One thing's for sure, a better optimization of this game is desperately required.”
- “Now, sadly, the game is poorly optimized, kind of barebones, and there's no way to find online opponents.”
- “Terrible optimization, clunky controls, and most of the loadouts are behind a paywall of virtual currency.”
- “I jumped into the junkyard just to see how the game feels, and it looks and feels poorly optimized. I run a pretty high-end rig, but the effects and sounds seem below par for what I was hoping.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, freezes, and crashes, particularly on Windows 11. Many players experience issues with the physics engine and controls, leading to frustrating gameplay interruptions and difficulties exiting menus or retrying matchmaking. Overall, the game is considered a "buggy mess" in its early access state.
- “This game is very early access; it is a buggy mess.”
- “Game freezes and doesn't allow me to exit to the menu or retry matchmaking.”
- “I've played against a bot, and for some reason, the game was running through a server instead of locally on my PC, which caused freezes and packet loss.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with players pointing out that the promotional screenshots are misleading and suggest a failed attempt to engage users. Many reviewers express disappointment, indicating that the comedic elements do not resonate and feel more like a ploy for monetization rather than genuine humor.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it feels excessively designed to encourage microtransactions. Many feel that the grind is so significant that it detracts from the overall experience, making it a potential source of dissatisfaction, especially for those who have invested money into the game.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
- “The grind is satisfying, with each level-up feeling like a significant achievement.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics encourage exploration and experimentation with different strategies.”
- “If I paid money for this, I'd be very upset, especially since the game is clearly designed to be grindy to incentivize microtransactions.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's replayability is hindered by its exclusive multiplayer mode and the absence of AI opponents, which limits options for players, especially given the current low number of online participants.
- “Keo is only playable in multiplayer mode, and the lack of AI is disappointing. With not many online players available, this significantly hinders the replayability.”