METAL EDEN

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METAL EDEN is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by Reikon Games and was released on September 2, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

An adrenaline-rush sci-fi FPS. A HYPER UNIT ASKA is sent on a suicide mission to rescue citizens' COREs from MOEBIUS, an orbital city turned into a deadly trap. Dive into cybernetic warfare, face the ENGINEERS, and uncover the secrets of METAL EDEN.

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Audience ScoreBased on 830 reviews

story82 positive mentions

stability14 negative mentions

Fast-paced gameplay reminiscent of Doom and Titanfall, with fluid movement mechanics.
Stunning visuals and art direction, creating an immersive cyberpunk atmosphere.
Satisfying gunplay with a variety of weapons and upgrade options.

Short campaign length, typically around 5-7 hours, which may not justify the price for some players.
Story is convoluted and lacks depth, leaving players confused about the plot.
Technical issues such as bugs, performance drops, and inconsistent enemy AI can detract from the experience.

story
383 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Metal Eden" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it confusing, vague, and at times, predictable. While some appreciate the intriguing world and character interactions, others criticize the narrative for being poorly presented and lacking depth, often relying on cryptic dialogue and exposition. Overall, the gameplay is highlighted as the main draw, with the story serving more as a backdrop rather than a focal point, leaving players divided on its effectiveness.
- “The whole story plays out well in the end, fleshing out characters that had seemed like distant, mechanical gods, and making their purposes and roles more apparent, without ever fully dispelling the mystery that makes the story compelling.”
- “The story is interesting, but honestly, it doesn’t quite stick the landing.”
- “Visuals, art style, the storytelling and sound design is all polished and fits excellent together.”
- “The story can get a little confusing sometimes; I will admit I had to look up some lore to understand the ending.”
- “A interesting world that is unfortunately locked behind a story that is trying to be as undescriptive as possible.”
- “The story is convoluted, told through grainy flashbacks about Aska and previous engineers who refused to work together to save humanity.”
gameplay
359 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Metal Eden is characterized by fast-paced, frenetic action reminiscent of titles like Doom and Titanfall, featuring a unique core-ripping mechanic that adds depth to combat. While many players appreciate the smooth movement and engaging combat loop, technical issues and bugs detract from the overall experience, leading to a mix of enjoyment and frustration. Despite its shortcomings, the game is recommended for fans of high-octane shooters who prioritize gameplay over narrative depth.
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and exciting; I really liked how it's done in this game, much more fun!”
- “The core gameplay loop of this game is genuinely a blast to play and well worth the money to play it.”
- “The gameplay is top tier, with polished mechanics and a unique core extraction mechanic that adds great variety to combat.”
- “It's all shallow, from the gameplay loop, to the story, to the designs in general.”
- “Gameplay feels very repetitive.”
- “The gameplay is thoroughly half-decent; every mechanic, from the gunplay to the wall-running, feels like a cheap rough imitation of other games.”
graphics
215 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and captivating cyberpunk aesthetic, often described as beautiful and well-optimized. Many reviewers noted the impressive art style and atmosphere, which enhance the fast-paced gameplay, although some mentioned issues with blurriness and performance on high settings. Overall, the visuals are considered one of the game's strongest elements, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
- “The graphics are amazing; I love the incredible work with the design of the world and the cyberpunk aesthetic that the whole city has.”
- “The visuals and atmosphere looked like Doom mixed with Ghost in the Shell with a little Metroid energy thrown in; I could not believe how good it looked and felt.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the game runs smoothly, making the combat experience even more enjoyable.”
- “This game basically requires you to have graphics on ultra without it looking horrible.”
- “The graphics are quite slick and the game performs admirably on my rig.”
- “Blurry graphics (with everything on high+) and lighting bugs (light + fog = enjoy seeing nothing) make this game feel very unenjoyable.”
music
125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many praising its energetic and fitting electronic soundtrack that enhances the fast-paced gameplay and cyberpunk aesthetic. While some players found the music to be solid and atmospheric, others felt it lacked memorability compared to previous titles like Ruiner. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a highlight that complements the game's visuals and action, though a few critiques mention it could be more prominent in the mix.
- “The industrial soundtrack, the neon-scarred architecture, the frantic combat rhythm — when it all locks together, it hits a level of intensity that most AAA shooters never reach.”
- “Amazing action, incredible music, action-packed gameplay, and a style similar to Ruiner. I can only wait now for a Ruiner 2 or Metal Eden expansion or sequel, but wherever it may be, an amazing future is upon us.”
- “The soundtrack though out this game pairs perfectly with the fast-paced, cyberpunk aesthetic that this game emulates.”
- “The music is by default unfortunately quiet compared to SFX.”
- “The soundtrack feels lacking quite a bit; in these kinds of games, you expect a banger soundtrack behind all the fast-paced gunplay, but I didn't feel like this game invested much in it.”
- “For a game dependent on the voice in your ear (or in your head), the music completely drowns it out, and you'll have to fiddle with the sliders or use subtitles.”
optimization
104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance and high frame rates, while others report significant stuttering and frame drops, particularly in demanding scenes. Many users noted that the game runs well on high-end systems but struggles on mid-tier setups, indicating a CPU dependency. Overall, while some improvements have been made since the demo, further optimization is needed to enhance the gaming experience for a broader range of hardware.
- “The game is a blast to play and so far has a good story, and great performance.”
- “Game looks gorgeous and shows a perfect example of UE5 optimization - no stutters, temporal blur and other trash with a lot of FPS even for my powerful Aorus 17H.”
- “On top of that, performance is excellent; the game ran flawlessly on my RTX 3060, even during the most chaotic fights, which says a lot about the optimizations.”
- “The optimization isn't perfect; the game seems to be CPU dependent, and I get some stutters with my mid-tier CPU, but it's still perfectly playable.”
- “The performance is atrocious.”
- “The game has a lot of potential, but before it can be realized, the performance needs to be fixed.”
atmosphere
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning visuals, immersive environments, and strong cyberpunk aesthetic, often compared to iconic works like "Ghost in the Shell" and "Doom." Reviewers appreciate the game's ability to convey tension and mystery, with a soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, despite some criticism of the incoherent story and dialogue. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a standout feature that captivates players, making it a compelling choice for fans of atmospheric gaming experiences.
- “It is dripping with atmosphere and character.”
- “The visuals and atmosphere looked like Doom mixed with Ghost in the Shell with a little Metroid energy thrown in, and once the demo came out I could not believe how good it looked and felt.”
- “Metal Eden is an awesome game with intense, dynamic action and a powerful atmosphere that keeps you hooked from the very first moment.”
- “The NPCs most of the time sprout nonsensical dialogue which doesn't add anything to their characters, the atmosphere, or push the story forward.”
- “While the atmosphere is top-notch, the story felt like an incoherent mess.”
- “Just finished my second walkthrough and I can surely tell that this game feels much better in terms of design, gameplay, and atmosphere than recent Doom: The Dark Ages.”
replayability
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many reviewers noting its short campaign length of around 4-5 hours and a general lack of compelling reasons to replay. While some players appreciate the potential for different weapon upgrades and higher difficulty settings, others feel that the gameplay becomes repetitive and lacks depth, leading to minimal incentive for multiple playthroughs. Suggestions for improvements include the addition of a New Game Plus mode or survival challenges to enhance replay value.
- “The game is highly replayable, as the missions are short but intense.”
- “The progression (character and weapon) offers different play styles, which adds replayability to the game.”
- “Replay value is pretty decent too, since you can upgrade your weapons and skill tree differently with each run of the campaign.”
- “There's very little replayability value here.”
- “To me, the game has essentially 0 replayability now that I've finished it.”
- “The game is quite short, coming in about 4-5 hours long, with not much replay value to go back through again other than playing on a harder difficulty.”
stability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many players report that it runs well with great visuals and no major crashes, there are frequent minor bugs and glitches, particularly with achievements and enemy AI. Some users have experienced increased instability after updates, including stutters and freezes, suggesting that the game may have been rushed. Completionists should be cautious due to the inconsistent achievement tracking across platforms.
- “The game now looks and runs great, and I can enjoy the extremely fun gameplay and amazing visuals to their fullest.”
- “It's a fun game, a good take on what Doom 2016 did, and for a UE5 game, it looks and runs great.”
- “To the people who made this game, love you <3 this is a dream come true to an FPS veteran. The atmosphere, the gameplay, the guns, the sounds, the soundtrack, character design, UI, it's all perfect. The cherry on top is that it runs great without any stutters.”
- “Also, achievements are buggy as hell.”
- “It is quite buggy though and feels like the game was rushed a bit.”
- “Since the new game plus update, which I think new game plus should have been a feature already included in the game on release, the game is inconsistent on registering achievement progress, and becomes more and more unstable, from exponentially more frequent stutters to full on freezes and crashes.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the fast-paced combat and resource management add depth, some encounters can feel tedious and overly challenging, leading to frustration. The game offers enjoyable moments, especially in the early hours, but players note that it can become repetitive and grindy, particularly when farming for achievements or navigating through environments with invisible walls and redundant areas. Overall, the balance between engaging gameplay and grind can be off-putting for some.
- “I do think it is a tad on the expensive side as I could have completed this in about 5 hours on brutal if I wasn't farming achievements (good luck with 'Untouchable', it's by far the hardest in the game).”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “Not every game needs to have 50 hours of vapid gameplay with tedious side quests.”
- “You'll probably enjoy the demo and the first couple of hours of gameplay, but prepare for things to get a bit tedious after that.”
- “This might sound like a weird complaint if you haven't played the game, but if you have you will quickly find that exploring around the environments will constantly bump you against invisible walls, obviously unintended platforms you can jump to, and tedious retreading of arenas you just finished clearing enemies out of.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is notable for its absence of microtransactions, in-game purchases, cosmetics, and DLCs, creating a straightforward experience without ads. However, some players find the lack of features like aiming down sights (ADS) and engaging voice acting detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to a perception of repetitiveness and boredom.
- “No microtransactions, no in-game purchases, no cosmetics, and no DLCs.”
- “No microtransactions, no in-game purchases, no cosmetics, and no DLCs.”
- “+ no ads, which makes it feel old school.”
- “I realize I hate shooters where I can't aim down sights now.”
- “Second to that, I'm bewildered that they somehow made an FPS without an aim down sights function.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that while the game has moments that evoke bittersweet emotions, such as a compelling intro sequence reminiscent of "Deus Ex: Human Revolution," it ultimately lacks depth in its storytelling and emotional exploration, preventing any significant emotional impact.
- “The intro sequence made me feel alive in a bittersweet fashion, similar to how it was done in Deus Ex: Human Revolution!”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development for its superb artwork and design, highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall gaming experience. The combination of atmospheric elements and gameplay further elevates the characters, making them memorable and engaging for players.
- “The artwork and character design are superb.”
- “To the people who made this game, love you! This is a dream come true for an FPS veteran. The atmosphere, the gameplay, the guns, the sounds, the soundtrack, character design, and UI are all perfect. It's the cherry on top that it runs great without any stutters.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be highly entertaining, often leading to uncontrollable laughter. The improvements made since its delay have enhanced the overall experience, allowing the comedic elements to shine without technical issues detracting from the fun.
- “Cannot stop laughing at it.”