Minimum

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"Minimum is a sci-fi shooter with multiplayer mode, featuring spectacular visuals and mechanics, customizable weapons, and a blueprint crafting system for armor sets. However, it suffers from being poorly optimized, has plenty of bugs, and requires lots of grinding. Despite its flaws, the game offers a unique art style, robust crafting system, and a solid core game mode."

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,024 reviews

gameplay149 positive mentions

optimization23 negative mentions

The game has a unique and fun gameplay style that combines elements of third-person shooters and MOBA mechanics.
The graphics are minimalistic yet appealing, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end systems.
The weapon and armor progression system adds depth to the gameplay, making it rewarding to collect resources and upgrade.

The game has been abandoned by developers, leading to a lack of updates and a dwindling player base.
There are significant balance issues, particularly with melee weapons being overpowered compared to ranged options.
Players often experience connection issues, lag, and bugs that detract from the overall gaming experience.

gameplay
304 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
49%
2%
The gameplay of Minimum is generally praised for its fun, fast-paced mechanics and unique blend of third-person shooter and MOBA elements, offering a variety of weapons and armor customization. While many players appreciate the solid core mechanics and engaging combat, some express concerns about balance issues, outdated UI, and a lack of content updates, which can lead to repetitive experiences. Overall, the game is seen as having great potential, especially if the developers continue to refine and expand its features.
- “Gameplay was fun, fair, and simple; the design of the game as a whole stood out from others, and it was one of the few games that never had a pay-to-win element.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are fantastic, and the art style is a breath of fresh air.”
- “Minimum is a fast-paced, strategic twitch shooter with solid, simplistic gameplay and so much more to come.”
- “The game is really outdated; melee weapons and taser guns still seem to rule the gameplay, and the UI hasn't changed from its original clunky state.”
- “Even if you can stand all the aforementioned problems, the gameplay really isn't that good.”
- “The gameplay feels like it works against itself at times – gameplay doesn’t always reinforce the goals of each mode, for instance – and thus can lead to frustrating behavior for an otherwise team-based game.”
graphics
229 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
53%
3%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalistic art style that many players find appealing, with simple yet effective animations and a clean aesthetic. While the visuals are generally praised for their charm and creativity, some users report performance issues, including lag and unoptimized graphics that can hinder gameplay even on capable systems. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's unique identity, though they may require further optimization to enhance performance.
- “The graphics are amazing for the type of game that it is, and the gameplay is extremely diverse, keeping you running.”
- “The very art style of the game is also gorgeous and looks great in-game.”
- “The graphics are simple but elegant.”
- “But my main issue is the laggy graphics when I try to run it on a laptop with 8GB RAM.”
- “I don't really care about graphics, but even though this game has almost no complex textures, it lags way more than it should.”
- “The game is fun but it has terrible graphics and is extremely laggy unless you turn your resolution all the way down, and then it still is laggy.”
optimization
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
45%
41%
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including low frame rates and instability even on mid-to-high-end PCs. While some updates have shown slight improvements, the consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, particularly for lower-end systems, and requires significant work from developers to enhance performance and stability. Despite its fun gameplay mechanics and art style, the optimization problems detract from the overall experience.
- “Edit: after an update, the optimization seems to be significantly better.”
- “I see this game only getting better with more content drops and some little optimization here and there, the graphics are simple but very pleasing and stylish, the gameplay and mechanics are above solid, decent amounts of customization at the moment (a lot more options to be sure).”
- “When it does run smoothly (and *sometimes* it does), it's a fun and novel take on a 3rd person, multi-player team-based shooter.”
- “Game is broken, poorly optimized, and abandoned.”
- “Performance is pretty crap for the 'minimum' of graphics it provides.”
- “I would recommend, but this game has some of the worst optimization I've ever seen in my entire life... I mean shit, I get better fps on Battlefield 3 which has realistic graphics.”
stability
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly impact gameplay. While some players acknowledge that the issues are expected in an early access title and express hope for future improvements, many find the current state frustrating and unplayable at times. Overall, the consensus is that the game is not yet stable enough for a full release, and potential players may want to wait for further updates before purchasing.
- “The game occasionally freezes, crashes, or just plain behaves strangely.”
- “I have over the maximum requirements for the game and it crashes in the middle of matches, freezes, and when it does work it is so slow that I can hardly play it.”
- “This is not an early access game but is certainly incomplete and buggy.”
monetization
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
83%
10%
The monetization model of the game has drawn significant criticism, primarily due to the presence of microtransactions in a paid title, which many players feel undermines the overall experience. While some microtransactions are limited to cosmetic items, the general sentiment is that they detract from the game's value and balance, leading to frustration among users who believe the game should either be free-to-play or devoid of such purchases. Overall, the monetization strategy is viewed as exploitative, with many players expressing a desire for a more consumer-friendly approach.
- “Also, there are only cosmetics for small microtransactions, for those who feel fancy.”
- “And yes, there are microtransactions - but they are for cosmetics, nothing more.”
- “While there are microtransactions, they are for skins and not for weapons.”
- “Basically a big 'hey I have your money so screw you.' This game needs to be removed from Steam as the advertising on the main page is very misleading for anyone looking to buy a new game.”
- “In-game purchases for skins in a game I have already paid for is terrible and should almost never be in a game.”
- “Seeing how the game is developing, with half-baked changes and silly cash grabs instead of real content and consumer-friendly updates, I unfortunately cannot recommend this game to anyone.”
grinding
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
96%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly after the initial hours when most weapons and upgrades are unlocked. While some appreciate the crafting system and the unique blend of gameplay mechanics, many feel that the grind for resources and weapon unlocks detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to a sense of monotony. Overall, the game is seen as overly grindy, requiring significant time investment for minimal progression.
- “The crafting system isn't overly grindy, which is refreshing, especially since you only need to focus on crafting a select few items that you truly want.”
- “Grinding feels rewarding rather than tedious, as each effort brings you closer to meaningful upgrades.”
- “The balance between grinding and progression keeps the gameplay engaging, making each session feel productive.”
- “After some time playing, I started getting a 30 to 0 kill-death ratio, and the game became incredibly repetitive. Progression became tedious and useless after the first couple of hours when I had everything I needed. All the other guns just seemed unattractive and worse. I was put off by the way people played; there was no strategy or teamwork. It's just a bit disappointing in terms of how long you can play it before it becomes repetitive.”
- “Simply put, the game is really, really grindy.”
- “To compensate for the lack of things you can do in minimum, in order to get newer weapons as well as armors, you should expect many hours of grinding the same three modes, over and over again.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
76%
18%
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with many players noting that it lacks depth and narrative engagement. While there are co-op missions that could potentially offer a campaign-like experience, the overall execution is seen as broken and unfulfilling, leaving players searching for a meaningful storyline that simply isn't present.
- “I didn't know what to think about it; on one side, it's a fast-paced third-person shooter, a really simple one that doesn't have any depth in its 'story section.'”
- “I didn't know what to think about it; on one side, it's a fast-paced third-person shooter, a really simple one that doesn't have any depth in its 'story section'.”
- “You will not find a story here.”
- “Oh, and if you're looking for a story, I am too.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it average and repetitive, often getting drowned out during intense gameplay. While some appreciate the art style and the potential of the soundtrack, others feel it lacks intensity and variety, suggesting that it needs improvement to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the music is seen as a weak point that detracts from the otherwise enjoyable gameplay.
- “The art style and music are wonderful, and the in-game systems, a blend of FPS and MOBA, are satisfying.”
- “It's easy on the eyes and has a cool soundtrack to boot.”
- “Its art style is fantastic, as is its music; the amount of blueprints for crafting is good, and the gameplay is pretty fluid.”
- “Music gets repetitive, needs more tracks.”
- “Oh, btw the music/sounds need a bit of work.”
- “A stylised game like this needs intense audio - but the music is dull and the sense of whether you're doing/taking damage simply isn't there.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a major draw, with players enjoying funny battles and amusing interactions, especially when playing with friends. Many reviews note the comedic elements of gameplay, such as quirky bot names and absurd in-game mechanics, contributing to a lighthearted experience. However, some players express disappointment with the game's balance and incomplete features, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Sometimes you can have funny and amazing battles with friends or teammates.”
- “If your buddy is on the enemy team, you guys can duke it out with swords and it's pretty hilarious.”
- “The creep farming is funny; the more creeps you kill, the more powerful your titan will be.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly enjoyable and fluid with significant replay value, others feel it lacks depth for its price. There are hints of potential for future replayability through evolving features, but opinions vary on its current longevity.
- “Fast from the hip style shooter, with great replay value.”
- “Really fluid and fun 3rd person multiplayer shooter with excellent replay value.”
- “Very unique and to me has a ton of replay value for only playing for a short period.”
- “The framework for potentially interesting gun and character evolving features can be seen in the game, which may lend some more replay value in the future.”
- “Very unique and, to me, has a ton of replay value for only playing for a short period.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a simple yet appealing aesthetic, complemented by unique visual styles and engaging effects that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the fun and immersive environment, although some hope for further optimization to improve performance on older systems.
- “The graphics and game atmosphere have an appealing, simple, clean aesthetic.”
- “Definitely one of the better purchases; it has a unique and very cool visual style and atmosphere, and it's a straightforward jump-in-and-have-fun arcade-type shooter.”
- “The feeling and atmosphere are great, but I hope they will optimize this game a bit more to run on older computers and notebooks too.”