Orange Cast: Prologue

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Orange Cast: Prologue is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Team Rez and was released on December 24, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

A MYSTERIOUS TALE - WISHLIST NOW! FULL VERSION. MORE ADVENTURES! About the GamePrologue to Orange Cast, an atmospheric adventure in a large-scale setting where Soviet and Western science fiction are combined itself. As a humanity’s elite space trooper, you take on a heroic, action-packed adventure throughout the galaxy. Explore planets, protect colonies, and be the first to meet the unknown! …

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Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has an interesting story and setting, with some players finding it engaging and fun.
Graphics are decent for a free game, with some reviewers noting a good visual design reminiscent of PS4 titles.
Easy achievements make it accessible for players looking for quick completion.

Game mechanics are inconsistent and clunky, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Localization issues, including poor English translations and Russian voiceovers, make it difficult to understand the story and objectives.
Graphics and performance are criticized, with many players describing the visuals as outdated and the game feeling unpolished.

graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that while they have a decent aesthetic reminiscent of older titles like Dead Space, they often feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games. Many users describe the visuals as jerky or cheap-looking, with comparisons to PS4 graphics, and express disappointment in the overall graphical performance, especially when set to ultra settings. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the visual design in specific contexts, particularly in space-themed environments.
- “Especially I like the graphics and the story.”
- “I have always been attracted by games about space, because in such games you can enjoy the graphics to the fullest, you can endlessly look at different points of the galaxy, the sky and so on.”
- “Graphically it looks good but gameplay is another story.”
- “I would say it looks like PS4-era graphics.”
- “Of the minuses, I can only note outdated graphics.”
- “Feels like a really cheap Gears of War, with really average graphics and unexciting gameplay.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
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The story of the game is described as intriguing and atmospheric, with some players appreciating its depth and voice acting, while others criticize the storytelling quality and localization issues that hinder understanding. Despite a promising prologue and interesting elements, many feel that the overall narrative execution is lacking, with unresponsive controls and poorly integrated cutscenes detracting from the experience. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some finding the story engaging and others deeming it amateurish and poorly conveyed.
- “The story genuinely seems interesting, and there's a codex feature that I will read on my second playthrough to find out more.”
- “It turned out to be a very interesting prologue, with good detailing of wounds and destructibility, nice voice acting, and lovely storytelling.”
- “Great atmospheric game with a cool, fantastic story.”
- “It's very lax in any real storytelling.”
- “Also, the English localization is so bad that I really can't tell you what the story is even about.”
- “Everything about the orange cast screams 'amateur effort', from unresponsive keyboard controls, lack of controller support, utterly mismatched music, to laughable character animation showcased in all of their glory through lengthy unskippable cutscenes, and eye-rolling 'story'.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
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Gameplay reviews highlight significant issues with inconsistent mechanics, poor controls, and frustrating combat, leading to a lack of enjoyment for many players. While some appreciate the variety and narrative integration, the overall experience is marred by shallow shooting mechanics and a lack of engaging environments, resulting in a comparison to more polished titles like Gears of War.
- “A good shooter with fun and addictive gameplay.”
- “Usually the plot in such games is not very important, but in this game it is implemented with a bang; I liked the variety of gameplay.”
- “Game mechanics don't work consistently; it's a chore to play and no fun after about 20 minutes.”
- “The controls are bad, the tutorial pop-ups are annoying, even the shooting mechanic has an offset from the reticle cursor. The AI seemed mostly confused, and the environment felt empty and pointless.”
- “But most players aren't going to get much satisfaction out of the shallow shooting mechanics and buggy movement.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The music in the game is perceived as mismatched and contributes to an overall amateurish feel, with users noting that it fails to enhance the experience. Additionally, the sound effects and music quality are considered decent for an indie title, but they do not compensate for the game's other shortcomings.
- “The look and sound of the game is decent compared to other indie games in terms of music and sound effects.”
- “Everything about the orange cast screams 'amateur effort', from unresponsive keyboard controls, lack of controller support, utterly mismatched music, to laughable character animation showcased in all of their glory through lengthy unskippable cutscenes, and eye-rolling 'story'.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be enhanced by the inclusion of amusing Soviet posters, which add a lighthearted and quirky touch to the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates absurd situations that catch you off guard and make you chuckle.”
- “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add a delightful layer of comedy to the gameplay.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game's stability is compromised by buggy movement, which detracts from the overall experience and satisfaction with the shooting mechanics.
- “But most players aren't going to get much satisfaction out of the shallow shooting mechanics and buggy movement.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, enhanced by a captivating and fantastical storyline that draws players into its world.
- “Great atmospheric game with a cool, fantastic story.”