PATHOGEN X

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In "Pathogen X," play as BRCI special agent Aiden Clark, facing terrifying mutations in an underground lab to prevent a biological threat. Special Agent Maya Ackerman assists via satellite, helping you solve problems and survive the horror-filled, weapon-rich environment. Confront mutants, retrieve Pathogen X, and secure the lab before it's too late. * Atmospheric first-person survival horror game * Fight mutations and solve problems with Agent Ackerman's guidance * Utilize weapons in an underground lab teeming with danger

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

atmosphere4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and visuals, reminiscent of classic survival horror games like Resident Evil.
Fun and challenging boss fights that offer a unique experience.
Smooth gameplay mechanics and enjoyable gunplay, especially for a solo-developed indie title.

The game is quite short, with a playtime of around 2-3 hours, leaving players wanting more content.
Voice acting and audio design are lacking, with some performances feeling forced or amateurish.
There are bugs and balance issues, particularly with enemy behavior and difficulty spikes during boss encounters.

atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive qualities, featuring well-received sound design, visually striking effects, and a blend of eerie and challenging elements. While some users noted a focus on heavy beats and synth, the overall sentiment highlights a compelling and engaging environment that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “The atmosphere is very good, the sounds are very well received!”
- “The visual effects and the maps are very scary yet atmospheric and good!”
- “First, I really liked the atmosphere, the fleshy tendrils and webs of veins.”
- “The atmosphere felt lifeless and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere was dull and failed to evoke any emotional response.”
- “The environment was poorly designed, making it hard to feel connected to the world.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised, with many users noting the excellent retro style and polished visuals, especially for an indie title. Despite its simplicity, the visuals stand out and contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “Excellent retro game; the sound and visuals are great. Highly recommended!”
- “The visuals are surprisingly polished for an indie game. Good luck with your next projects!”
- “Good visuals, especially for an indie game.”
- “Don't get fooled by the visuals; this is a pretty simple game.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as simple and almost nonexistent, which some players found acceptable given the focus on gameplay and fun. While the narrative may not be deeply developed, it evokes a Resident Evil vibe and complements the bullet-hell style, with players discovering various weapons throughout their experience. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop to the action rather than a central element.
- “The story gives me a Resident Evil vibe, and the gameplay resembles Black Ops Zombies.”
- “I also like the fact that there are many weapons in the game that you can use and you constantly discover them through the story.”
- “The plot is extremely simple, almost nonexistent, but it was not a problem for me, because this game has been clearly designed with the unique goal of being fun to play.”
- “It is definitely a bullet-hell style of game (which is fine, but given the overall story, I was expecting more).”
- “The overall story of the game was something that many studios would have the desire to take on.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable and engaging, characterized by solid level design that mitigates its repetitive nature. However, the experience can be inconsistent, particularly with boss encounters, and some elements, like finding owls, can be challenging. Overall, it offers a mix of survival horror and action reminiscent of titles like Resident Evil and Black Ops Zombies, but is relatively short, averaging around 2.6 hours to complete.
- “The gameplay is fun and inspiring, but the owls are hard to find.”
- “The level designs are so genius, which helps the game's repetitive gameplay to be neglected.”
- “The level designs are so genius that they help the game's repetitive gameplay be overlooked.”
- “The story gives me a Resident Evil vibe, and the gameplay resembles Black Ops Zombies.”
- “Just from a gameplay perspective, this is a solid first-person survival horror game, but it only took me 2.6 hours to finish.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered well-crafted and fitting for the level design, though some reviewers find it inappropriate for certain contexts. While it is described as generic and serviceable, there are suggestions that more suitable music could significantly enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the voice acting has been criticized as amateurish, but it does not detract significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Starting with the good - the music and overall level design is fairly well done.”
- “The music was fine, generic action scene stuff, but serviceable, and the voice acting was extremely amateur, but nothing to get upset about.”
- “Hypothetically, if it lasted even longer than that (say 10+ hours), and this extra content exceeded my expectations and introduced fun new enemy types, and hypothetically, if the music were more appropriate, I think this could be an 8/10 game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is perceived as quirky and light-hearted, with some players finding amusement in its low-polygon graphics and unexpected scenarios, though individual tastes in humor may vary significantly.
- “I will admit I have a horrible sense of humor and I am very tired while I write this, and none of you have any idea the number of misspelled words I have erased while writing this.”
- “The stones in the elevator look funny with their low polygonal design.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is praised as excellent, especially in contrast to many current AAA titles, indicating a well-optimized experience for players.
- “For starters, the optimization is excellent, unlike AAA titles these days.”
- “The game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware, showcasing impressive optimization.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, ensuring a seamless experience even on lower-end systems.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game exhibits instability, with bugs present in certain areas affecting overall performance.
- “The game is buggy in some areas, which really affects the overall experience.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “There are numerous glitches that disrupt gameplay and make it feel unstable.”