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PATHOGEN X

84%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, graphics
story, stability
84% User Score Based on 76 reviews

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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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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews
atmosphere8 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features a great atmosphere and immersive visuals, reminiscent of classic survival horror titles like Resident Evil.
  • Boss fights are creative and challenging, providing a fun experience for players.
  • Despite being a solo project, the game runs smoothly and offers enjoyable gunplay with a variety of weapons.
  • The game is quite short, with many players completing it in under three hours, leading to a feeling of incompleteness.
  • Voice acting and audio design are lacking, with some performances feeling amateurish and distracting.
  • There are bugs present, including issues with enemy behavior and balance, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive qualities, featuring well-received sounds, visually striking effects, and a blend of scary and engaging environments. While some players note a preference for heavy beats and synth over traditional atmospheric elements, many appreciate the unique and unsettling visuals, such as fleshy tendrils and webs of veins, that contribute to the overall 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!”
    • “I really liked the atmosphere, the fleshy tendrils and webs of veins.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised, with many reviewers noting the excellent retro style and polished visuals, especially for an indie title. While the visuals are impressive, some caution that the gameplay is relatively simple. Overall, the game's sound and visuals contribute to a positive experience, making it a recommended choice.

    • “Good visuals, especially for an indie game.”
    • “Great visuals.”
    • “Don't get fooled by the visuals; this is a pretty simple game.”
    • “The visuals are surprisingly polished for an indie game, good luck with your next projects!”
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as simple and almost nonexistent, which some players found disappointing given its potential, yet it does evoke a Resident Evil vibe. Despite the lack of depth, many reviewers appreciated that the game prioritizes fun gameplay, with the discovery of various weapons integrated into the narrative. Overall, while the story may not be the main draw, it complements the bullet-hell style and engaging mechanics.

    • “The story gives me a Resident Evil vibe, and the gameplay resembles Black Ops Zombies.”
    • “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
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable and engaging, characterized by clever level designs that mitigate its repetitive nature. However, the experience can be inconsistent due to variable boss encounters, and the game is relatively short, clocking in at around 2.6 hours. Players have noted similarities to classic titles like Resident Evil and Black Ops Zombies, adding to its appeal within the survival horror genre.

    • “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.”
    • “Just from a gameplay perspective, this is a solid first-person survival horror game, but it only took me 2.6 hours to finish.”
    • “The story gives me a Resident Evil vibe, and the gameplay resembles Black Ops Zombies.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered well-executed 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.”
    • “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
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as quirky and somewhat absurd, with users finding amusement in low-polygon graphics, such as "stones in the elevator." However, the overall reception of the humor is mixed, as some players acknowledge their own poor sense of humor while engaging with the game.

    • “S stones in the elevator low polygonal looks funny.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game is praised as excellent, especially in comparison to many current AAA titles, indicating a well-optimized experience for players.

    • “For starters, the optimization is excellent, unlike AAA titles these days.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been reported to be buggy in certain areas, indicating stability issues that may affect the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The game is buggy in some areas.”
    • “There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay.”
    • “Stability issues make it hard to enjoy the experience.”

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