Nuclear Contingency
- January 1, 2017
- Amaterasu Software
Get on SteamNuclear Contingency is a top down action stealth game set during the height of the cold war.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Gameplay is rewarding and offers a decent amount of entertainment for its price.
- The retro stealth feel and 90s movie setting create an enjoyable atmosphere.
- Despite its flaws, the game can provide a few hours of fun and nostalgia.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and some levels can be excessively difficult.
- Graphics and overall design are low quality, lacking modern standards.
- There are significant limitations, such as no full-screen mode and uncustomizable controls.
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it reminiscent of cliché action movies, while others appreciate its retro charm akin to 90s films. However, there are criticisms regarding its development, with some describing it as poorly executed and lacking depth. Overall, it seems to evoke a sense of nostalgia for certain players, despite its shortcomings.
“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 liked the story a lot because it reminded me of trash movies in the 90s, and I liked the retro stealth feel.”
“Gameplay is rewarding, but the story seems like a ripoff from most action counter-terrorist movies.”
“The story is comically badly developed.”
“There is essentially no story.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been criticized for relying on outdated retro pixel art, lacking options for resolution adjustments or customization, which leaves players unable to enhance the low-quality visuals.
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There are no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally rewarding and enjoyable, though some players find it can be unfair at times. While the mechanics are fun, the story has been criticized for lacking originality, resembling typical action counter-terrorism films. Overall, the gameplay experience is passable and engaging enough to keep players invested.
“Gameplay is rewarding; the story seems like a ripoff from most action counter-terrorist movies, but it kept me going.”
“Gameplay itself is passable and fun enough, but can be too unfair from time to time.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and relaxing, providing a calming experience that allows players to feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“[0.3] Sound & music”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort akin to needing a second life to complete.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that Gamemaker Studio is often associated with the creation of low-effort, retro-style games that are perceived as cash grabs, suggesting a negative view of its monetization practices.
“Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's pulp aesthetic successfully elicits laughter, contributing to its overall humorous tone.
“The game's quirky characters and absurd situations had me laughing out loud.”
“I couldn't stop chuckling at the clever puns and witty dialogue throughout the game.”
“The humor is perfectly timed, making even the most serious moments feel lighthearted.”
