Palladium

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Palladium is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Must.iolo and was released on July 31, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A classical FPS based on movement filled with metroidvania elements and power ups to find by exploring the interconnected levels.

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Single-Player

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features satisfying weapons and a fun, frenetic gameplay experience that keeps players engaged.
The level design is well-executed, with interconnected levels that provide a sense of exploration and challenge.
The unique art style and attention to detail, such as varied enemy models and gore effects, enhance the overall experience.

Enemy encounters can become repetitive, relying on a limited variety of enemy types and long waves that may feel tedious.
Some levels feel empty or poorly designed, leading to confusion about navigation and objectives.
The UI and certain gameplay mechanics, like weapon upgrades, could use improvement for a more polished experience.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on running, shooting, and jumping, which can lead to a quick and engaging experience, especially with an expected playtime of around 15 hours across three chapters. However, while some players appreciate the upgrade system, others find certain upgrades ineffective, and the repetitive nature of enemy waves can make the gameplay feel too easy and less engaging over time. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some enjoying the straightforward mechanics and others feeling that the gameplay lacks depth and excitement.
- “As soon as I started playing, I was instantly caught by the gameplay, and time passed very quickly while playing.”
- “Considering that the final version is expected to have a total of 3 chapters, we can expect a total of 15 hours of gameplay (at least for my playstyle), which, in my opinion, is more than enough for this genre.”
- “Once you get used to the aggressiveness of the gameplay, it becomes a little too easy.”
- “The gameplay in its entirety is based on waves of enemies, usually the same wave spawning 3 times in a row, and then you move to another area—rinse and repeat.”
- “The gameplay is simple but effective: run, shoot, and jump.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are generally well-received for their unique art style, blending elements of classic shooters like Doom and Quake, though some users note that the visuals can feel somewhat barebones. While the overall aesthetic is interesting and complements the game's atmosphere, a few minor graphical glitches have been reported, though they do not significantly impact gameplay.
- “The OST is cool and the graphic style is interesting.”
- “The art style is kind of cool; it is a mix between an old-style shooter (Doom, Hexen) and Quake/Unreal.”
- “I personally like the visuals, but they may appear a bit bare-bones even if they work great with this unique art style.”
- “Here and there, I encountered some graphical glitches, but nothing game-breaking.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as "banging" and "really good," complementing the overall experience. Additionally, the unique graphic style enhances the appeal of the soundtrack.
- “The OST is cool and the graphic style is interesting.”
- “The music is really good.”
- “The music was banging.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report minor graphical glitches that do not significantly impact gameplay, indicating a generally stable experience.
- “I encountered several graphical glitches that disrupted my experience, though they weren't game-breaking.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I faced constant lag and performance issues that severely affected gameplay.”