Open Country

Open Country‘s animal hunting elements don’t appeal to me, but the idea of being one with nature, free to explore the great outdoors? Yes please.

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In "Open Country" , you embark on a wilderness adventure, leaving city life behind. Hunt wildlife, explore the great outdoors, and survive harsh conditions to help the Ranger and protect the valley. Level up by completing tasks, improving weapons, and toughening up for the title of Master Outdoorsman. Remember, I couldn't find specific information about this game, so my summary is based on general themes and the Steam store description.

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46%

Audience ScoreBased on 178 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

stability15 negative mentions

The game has a good concept that combines survival mechanics with hunting elements, providing a unique experience.
Some players find the graphics decent and appreciate the atmospheric environment, which can be enjoyable for casual gameplay.
The game can be fun and engaging if purchased on sale, as it offers a low-stress experience for those who enjoy exploring and completing tasks.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, crashes, and clunky controls, making it frustrating to play and often unplayable.
There are no graphical settings available, leading to poor visual quality and performance issues, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players feel the game is incomplete and abandoned by the developers, with little to no updates or support since its release.

graphics
61 mentions
18 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the atmospheric visuals and detailed environments, while others criticize the lack of graphical settings and technical issues such as lag and texture problems. Many users note that the graphics are decent but not up to modern standards, often comparing them unfavorably to older titles. Overall, while there are moments of beauty, the game's graphical performance is hampered by significant optimization issues and outdated menus.
- “The views at some points are almost breathtaking; the graphics are overall really nice.”
- “Everything is so detailed on the survival part, weather elements and graphics, and the sounds are on point.”
- “Been playing for a bit, like what I've experienced so far; the graphics definitely aren't AAA, but for 15 bucks, they've done a great job on bringing this game to life.”
- “But Open Country launched with too many graphical and technical issues, none of which were really addressed.”
- “The graphics legitimately hurt my eyes and the pop-in is insane.”
- “Graphics are unoptimized with literally no options, menus look like a bad Xbox arcade port and the animations and bugs indicate a catastrophe in terms of quality...”
story
58 mentions
5 % positive mentions
90 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as somewhat cliché and straightforward, featuring a series of missions that often feel scripted and repetitive, with limited open-world exploration. While players encounter various characters and tasks, the narrative can be overshadowed by technical issues, such as crashes and bugs that hinder progress. Overall, the story adds a layer to the survival and crafting elements, but it may not be engaging enough for those seeking a deep narrative experience.
- “This game is for people who love story and have the patience to go back, get stuff, and do it over and over again. Random events can happen, so even if you load the same save point, something different can occur.”
- “There are over 30 different missions, and players meet different characters along the way.”
- “The story adds a narrative element to the crafting and survival gameplay, making it more engaging.”
- “The story dialogue is not great, but can be skipped without impacting the gameplay.”
- “The story is kind of cliché.”
- “Do not buy this game for co-op, there is no storyline.”
gameplay
22 mentions
27 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of survival mechanics and horror elements, such as zombies and mutants, but suffers from a lack of depth in hunting and shooting mechanics, which are described as simplistic and poorly executed. While some players find the core gameplay enjoyable and filled with potential, many express frustration over numerous bugs, glitches, and poor design choices that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game shows promise but requires significant improvements to reach its full potential.
- “I've just finished the whole gameplay and it was brilliant; there were a few small hiccups that were quite funny, but overall it was brilliant to play, so much fun, and very hard in some parts.”
- “This game has a lot of potential, with cool bush-crafting and addicting survival mechanics that can be a thrill to overcome.”
- “I've not played the game for a long time, but long enough to get a feel for the gameplay, which is, in my opinion, plenty good enough for this type of game.”
- “The hunting mechanics are by no means a simulation aside from the fact that you do use a weapon to kill animals, so don't go in expecting a deep simulation taking into account wind or bullet drop or scent or really much more beyond point gun; shoot, hit or miss, harvest carcass.”
- “Numerous bugs on core game mechanics (sickness, collecting water, finding materials, etc).”
- “It has some potential I guess but the graphics are ugly and gameplay janky.”
stability
17 mentions
12 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
88 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of major bugs, glitches, and control issues that significantly hinder gameplay and progression. While some players note that the developers are addressing these problems, many express frustration over the game's unpolished state, particularly in multiplayer modes. Overall, the experience is marred by frequent crashes and janky mechanics, making it difficult for players to fully enjoy the game's promising concepts.
- “I have gripes with this game, but it did not run poorly, wasn't buggy (yet) for me, and nothing game-breaking happened.”
- “The overall concept of the game is very good, such as your thirst, hunger, and energy that you need to keep an eye on, but it is flawed by major bugs and glitches that are sometimes annoying and even game-breaking.”
- “They should not have released this if it glitches so bad, you cannot play through.”
- “Character movement is buggy, gets stuck on logs, rocks etc. The entire game has crashed on me at least 5-6 times in the 8 hours I've played and I'm running an i9, 3070, with 64GB of RAM... no reason this should be crashing on my system.”
music
12 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the intro song and certain tracks, while others find the overall soundtrack mismatched to the game's environment and atmosphere. Many users express frustration with the constant, distracting music, describing it as more suitable for a cooking montage than a survival setting. Overall, there is a consensus that the music needs better alignment with the game's themes and improved balance.
- “Having an actual song at the intro screen is pretty decent, and fits the feel/vibe of the game.”
- “I liked some of the music though.”
- “The music was enjoyable though....”
- “The music while playing does not fit the environment.”
- “Only thing I feel is kinda out of place is the music in this game, just doesn't fit quite right with the outdoors vibe they're going for.”
- “I think the game definitely needs some balance; annoying music plays constantly.”
optimization
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting significant bugs, poor graphics performance, and unrefined menus that resemble a low-quality console port. Many users experienced high resource usage on high-end PCs, leading to lag and overall dissatisfaction with the game's technical quality. Reviewers express hope for future updates to improve optimization.
- “It's laggy and terribly optimized.”
- “Graphics are unoptimized with literally no options; menus look like a bad Xbox arcade port, and the animations and bugs indicate a catastrophe in terms of quality.”
- “Bugs and bad optimization, weird sounds from animals, menus that don't look so well, and overall not refined.”
- “I only played 7 minutes and my high-end PC was taxed to the max. I'll come back later once they hopefully get the game optimized.”
- “Graphics are unoptimized with literally no options, menus look like a bad Xbox arcade port, and the animations and bugs indicate a catastrophe in terms of quality...”
atmosphere
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive graphics, earning a solid 7/10, though some users note that the menu and setup feel outdated. While the shooting mechanics are satisfactory and crafting elements are enjoyable, movement can feel somewhat janky and delayed. Overall, the atmosphere is seen as a strong point with significant potential.
- “The atmosphere is captured nearly perfectly; all in all, it gets a solid 7/10 in my book.”
- “The game has nice and atmospheric graphics, but the menu and setup are outdated.”
- “That being said, it has so much potential. The atmosphere and crafting are nice.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its entertaining voice acting and amusing moments, despite some minor gameplay hiccups. Overall, players find the experience to be fun and engaging, with a mix of challenging gameplay and comedic elements.
- “I've just finished the whole gameplay and it was brilliant! There were a few small hiccups that were quite funny, but overall it was a blast to play and very challenging in some parts.”
- “It's a bit clunky when moving, but the voice acting is really funny.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that while the game has considerable potential for increased replayability, it currently falls short and could benefit from minor updates and adjustments to enhance its longevity.
- “It's a shame because the game has a lot of potential and could become significantly more replayable with relatively small updates and adjustments.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional impact of the game to be profound, with many expressing a strong desire to cry, indicating that the narrative and character experiences resonate deeply and evoke powerful feelings.
- “I want to cry.”
- “The story moved me to tears.”
- “I felt a deep connection with the characters.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users criticize the monetization aspect for its unattractive and clunky user interface, and they find the ad speed to be insufficient, even at maximum settings.