Nuclear Drifter

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Nuclear Drifter is a single player survival role playing game. It was developed by marcin4001 and was released on October 8, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Nuclear drifter is a 2D open-world post-apocalyptic game. In the game we play the role of a farmer who is looking for a new water source for his sheep.

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Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

music3 positive mentions

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A charming homage to Fallout 1&2 with good polish and detail, making it enjoyable to play.
The game is free and offers a fun, relaxing experience with simple controls and decent graphics.
Players appreciate the nostalgic feel and are looking forward to potential updates and sequels.

The game lacks content and has unfinished quests, leaving players wanting more.
Traveling the map is slow and cumbersome, which can detract from the overall experience.
The combat system has flaws, such as being too easy and lacking meaningful upgrades or challenges.

story
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The game's story is generally appreciated for its engaging elements, but it suffers from a lack of depth and unfinished plotlines, particularly with a cliffhanger ending that leaves players with unresolved quests. Reviewers suggest improvements to the backstory and the overall narrative structure, as well as enhancing gameplay dynamics related to night-time interactions.
- “Nice free game with a good story.”
- “The backstory and general storyline could use a bit of work. I was surprised to have the game suddenly stop with a cliffhanger message about future updates, leaving two unfinished quests.”
- “Up until this point, I completed all the normal quests possible and got the end message in the subway.”
- “The solution is to either not lock you out of houses during the night, making it purely visual but way better because it does not hinder the player's progress; or to make the night way more influential in the game, adding night-only monsters and/or night-only quests or interactions, which would at least serve an interest towards the player.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it cool and relaxing enough to leave on even when not actively playing. It enhances the overall gameplay experience, contributing positively to the atmosphere.
- “The background music is rather relaxing.”
- “I usually turn off background music; but, I left the game running, even when I was not playing, for my own background sound.”
- “When you nail the art of remembering to save the game, the gameplay is fun and the music is cool.”
- “I usually turn off background music; but I left the game running, even when I was not playing, for my own background sound.”
gameplay
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Gameplay is generally enjoyable, especially when players remember to save frequently, complemented by a cool soundtrack. While the game draws inspiration from the early Fallout titles, there are noted mechanical improvements that could enhance the overall experience.
- “When you nail the art of remembering to save the game, the gameplay is fun and the music is cool.”
- “The game's pretty nice in its own way, inspired by the first two Fallouts.”
- “The game's pretty nice in its own way, inspired by the first two Fallouts, but I think there are several ways it could be improved mechanically.”
- “The gameplay feels clunky and unrefined, making it difficult to fully enjoy the experience.”
- “There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay, leading to frustration.”
graphics
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The graphics and animation are well-received, particularly for a game with an old-school design, showcasing a commendable level of quality.
- “The graphics and animation are impressive, especially for a game with an old-school design.”
- “The visuals are stunning, bringing the game world to life in a vibrant and engaging way.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics is remarkable, making every scene visually captivating.”