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Operator8

94%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, gameplay
story, graphics
94% User Score Based on 64 reviews

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Operator8 is a mercenary shooter game set on the moon Triton, where an alien invasion has decimated the Mining Block Facility. As Operator8, you must face the fierce attackers alone, utilizing weapon customization and arsenal station upgrades to survive. Retro-modern visuals create a fresh, atmospheric horror experience.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews
atmosphere8 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Operator8 offers a thrilling blend of fast-paced FPS action and a deeply unsettling horror atmosphere, reminiscent of classic Doom-style shooters.
  • The game features solid shooting mechanics, satisfying weapon feedback, and a creative system for managing ammo and upgrades, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
  • Exploration is rewarding, with plenty of hidden stashes and interactables, making the labyrinthine levels engaging and immersive.
  • The game suffers from a lack of quality of life features, such as a map for navigation and an inventory system that can be cumbersome.
  • Some players find the O2 management system and the need to constantly buy ammo to be frustrating, detracting from the exploration experience.
  • There are issues with long narration segments that lock players in place, and the absence of options for audio and mouse sensitivity can hinder the overall experience.
  • atmosphere
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of Operator8 is consistently praised for its immersive and chilling qualities, drawing strong comparisons to Doom 3 with its dark, gritty aesthetic and retro graphics. Players appreciate the effective sound design and soundtrack that heighten tension, creating a deeply unsettling environment that enhances both exploration and fast-paced action. Overall, the game successfully combines horror elements with engaging gameplay, making the atmosphere a standout feature.

    • “The game's atmosphere is truly immersive, with a soundtrack that intensifies the tension and keeps you on edge.”
    • “Overall, Operator8 offers a unique mix of exploration, combat, and customization, with an atmosphere that draws you in from the start.”
    • “Operator8 is a thrilling ride through a hellish landscape, blending fast-paced FPS action with a deeply unsettling horror atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is strongly reminiscent of Doom 3; even the graphics, albeit retro and low-poly, evoke the same gloomy and gothic mood.”
    • “The graphics and atmosphere of the game give off a permanent eerie feeling.”
  • story
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is primarily conveyed through PDAs scattered throughout the levels and briefings at the start of each stage, creating an immersive narrative experience that evokes feelings of loneliness while also fostering a sense of connection to the game's world. Although currently in early access, the story is noted for its captivating direction, reminiscent of classic titles like Quake 2, and players are eager for future updates to expand and enrich the narrative further. Overall, the combination of exploration and mission-driven gameplay enhances the storytelling, making it engaging and atmospheric.

    • “The story is captivating enough for you to want to learn it, and the game launches enemies at you in stages where you'll feel from overwhelmed to overpowered.”
    • “The story is reminiscent of Quake 2, albeit, from what I have seen so far in this early access version, it is slowly taking its own direction, and a very interesting one I might say!”
    • “The story is told through PDAs, spread out across the level, and by a briefing at the beginning of each level.”
    • “You feel very lonely during the entire game so far, but the PDAs left by the other operators and people in the game make you feel as if you are part of the story.”
    • “The story logs add a fair bit of ambience and feels like exploration got improved on from the demo too.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by intense, fast-paced action with smooth, old-school run-and-gun mechanics that can be unforgiving. Players appreciate the satisfaction of mastering the unconventional mechanics, which echo classic titles like Turok, featuring limited lives and expansive levels filled with secrets. Overall, the controls are responsive, and ongoing developer support enhances the experience.

    • “The gameplay is intense and unforgiving, with smooth, old-school run-and-gun mechanics.”
    • “I was blown away by the intensity and action-packed gameplay!”
    • “The dynamic and fast-paced gameplay has, more or less, the same mechanics of Turok, with limited lives and huge levels full of secrets.”
    • “The dynamic and fast-paced gameplay has, more or less, the same mechanics as Turok, with limited lives and huge levels full of secrets.”
    • “The mechanics are a bit unconventional, but learning how everything works is actually quite satisfying.”
    • “I have to admit, this game was a bit of a departure from my usual movement shooters, but the gameplay really opened up for me once I got the hang of it.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music has received mixed reviews, with many praising the immersive atmosphere and improved soundtrack from the demo to early access. However, some players noted that the music can become repetitive and suggested it could benefit from darker tones to better match the game's mood. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the experience, there is a desire for more variety and depth.

    • “The game's atmosphere is truly immersive, with a soundtrack that intensifies the tension and keeps you on edge.”
    • “The music was updated from the demo to the early access, and it was a definite improvement!”
    • “The atmosphere and music really set the tone for a fantastic experience.”
    • “The soundtrack, albeit very reminiscent of classic sci-fi, should be a bit less repetitive and a bit more dark, to better fit the mood.”
    • “The music felt repetitive after a while, but at least each level has its own song.”
    • “One music track that loops endlessly with little variety (same one from the demo).”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's retro, low-poly graphics effectively create a gothic and eerie atmosphere, reminiscent of Doom 3, which enhances the overall tension and suspense. Despite their simplicity, these visuals successfully evoke a sense of dread and surprise, contributing to heart-pounding encounters throughout the gameplay.

    • “The retro, low-poly graphics perfectly capture the gothic, eerie vibe, setting the stage for heart-pounding encounters.”
    • “The old-style graphics still manage to scare you when you least suspect it!”
    • “The atmosphere is strongly reminiscent of Doom 3; even the graphics, albeit retro and low-poly, evoke the same gloomy and gothic mood.”
    • “The old style graphics still manage to scare you when you least suspect it!”
    • “The graphics and atmosphere of the game give off a permanent eerie feeling.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report significant performance drops even on high-end hardware, such as the RTX 3070 and Ryzen 9, indicating that the game's optimization is lacking and may be the root cause of these issues.

    • “I'm also not using an old machine; I have an RTX 3070 and Ryzen 9 for context, so it's definitely something in the game causing the performance drop.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers express a desire for enhanced replayability in the game, indicating that they are hopeful for improvements or additional content that could increase long-term engagement. Many are awaiting further details on this aspect, particularly around the full release.

    • “I'm curious to see what might be done to enhance the game's long-term replayability, but I think we'll have to wait until the full release for more information.”
    • “I'm interested in how the developers plan to improve the game's replayability in the long run, but I believe we'll need to wait for the full release to learn more.”
    • “I hope the developers consider ways to increase the replayability of the game over time, but I think we will have to wait for the full release for further details.”

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