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Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split

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46%Game Brain Score
graphics, story
optimization
75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

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Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split is a single player role playing shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by Dead Drop Studios LLC and was released on October 29, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Experience the beginning of the end of Cypress Ridge in this '90s survival horror nightmare at the dawn of the zombie outbreak.

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graphics3 positive mentions
  • Great graphics and improved performance using Unreal Engine, showcasing a significant step up from previous titles.
  • Offers a nostalgic experience for fans of classic survival horror games, with engaging environmental storytelling and multiple gameplay modes.
  • The developer is responsive to community feedback and actively works on patches to improve the game.
  • Gameplay is marred by poor controls, unbalanced difficulty, and a frustrating save system that lacks auto-save features.
  • The game suffers from performance issues, including crashes and stuttering, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.
  • Level design is criticized for being repetitive and cluttered with unnecessary elements, such as an abundance of crates to break.
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game faces significant optimization issues, with users reporting poor performance that hampers achieving 60fps even on high-end hardware like the RTX 4090 at 4K resolution. Additionally, there are concerns about shader compilation stuttering, although the developers are aware and plan to address these issues in future patches.

    • “The game runs incredibly smoothly when I use DLSS and FSR together, allowing for a performance-heavy experience without sacrificing visual quality.”
    • “By adjusting the screen percentage, I was able to optimize my gameplay significantly, resulting in a much more fluid experience.”
    • “The optimization options available are fantastic; they really allow players to tailor performance to their specific hardware capabilities.”
    • “The optimization is poor, making it hard to get 60fps with a 4090 in 4K.”
    • “And as I stated above, the game also suffers from poor performance and needs a lot of optimization.”
    • “Some shader compilation stuttering (the developer is aware and will patch).”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics have received high praise for their quality and significant improvement over previous titles, showcasing a notable leap in fidelity with the use of Unreal Engine 5.4. Players appreciate the smoothness and responsiveness of the visuals, which enhance the overall gameplay experience.

    • “Great graphics, smooth controls, very responsive to the community when issues arise.”
    • “Nice graphics, reminiscent of Unreal Engine 5.4, which is a huge jump over the developers' prior Unity games.”
    • “If you've played their previous title, Contagious Memories, this is a significant step up in terms of graphical fidelity and gameplay.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is praised for its engaging environmental storytelling, which enhances the overall experience, while modern controls and additional bonus modes provide extra content to enjoy after finishing the main game.

    • “The story is engaging and filled with unexpected twists that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
    • “The character development is rich, making you truly care about their journeys and struggles.”
    • “The world-building is immersive, with detailed lore that enhances the overall narrative experience.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with many users noting it as a compelling homage to classic titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, effectively capturing their eerie and immersive qualities.

    • “The atmosphere is incredible, a true love letter to Resident Evil and Silent Hill.”
    • “The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that keeps you on edge.”
    • “Every corner of the environment is filled with tension and mystery, enhancing the overall experience.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has been positively received, with users noting its quality and inspiration drawn from Silent Hill 3, contributing to an atmospheric and immersive experience.

    • “The music is hauntingly beautiful, reminiscent of Silent Hill 3.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “Each track enhances the emotional depth of the gameplay experience.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the replayability of the game due to its old-school classic horror elements and the option to switch between first and third person modes, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Old school classic horror; I really appreciate that you can play in first or third person mode, which gives the game a lot of replayability.”
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Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split is a role playing shooter game with horror theme.

Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, Windows and others.

Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split was released on October 29, 2024.

Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split was developed by Dead Drop Studios LLC.

Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its optimization.

Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split is a single player game.

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