Project 5: Sightseer

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 316 reviews
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  • graphics
  • grinding
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In "Project 5: Sightseer," players become a drone pilot, navigating a futuristic city while taking photos of landmarks for clients. With a variety of drones and upgrades to choose from, players must balance speed and photo quality while avoiding obstacles and security measures. Successful missions earn rewards and reputation points, unlocking new challenges and customization options in this immersive, open-world flight simulation game.

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66%
Audience ScoreBased on 316 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
grinding19 negative mentions
  • Fabulous visuals and a beautiful world to explore.
  • Interesting mechanics for resource gathering and base building.
  • Addictive gameplay that encourages exploration and progression.
  • Clunky vehicle controls and frustrating terrain navigation.
  • Lack of meaningful PvE content and player population, making the game feel empty.
  • Steep learning curve with minimal guidance, leading to confusion for new players.
  • gameplay47 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the fun driving mechanics and deep upgrade systems, while others criticize the poorly designed mechanics and slow progression. The tutorial helps ease new players into the game, but some find the initial hours grindy and lacking in engaging content. Overall, while the game shows potential and offers enjoyable moments, it suffers from bugs and unbalanced mechanics that detract from the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are really very good for an amateur title and the gameplay itself is fairly nice; driving the vehicle around is fun, and there's a great and deep upgrade/progression/growth element.”
    • “Its tech tree- and exploration-driven gameplay is very addictive.”
    • “Everything feels pretty good, even if it isn't constant action and the skill is more in your logistical planning than twitch gameplay.”
    • “Man, I want to like it; it's really pretty and conceptually fun, but so many of the mechanics just suck absolute ass.”
    • “The game is clearly not finished. There are bugs like sensors not working as expected, making them impossible to use, causing issues with the core gameplay where you waste resources instead of managing them and run out of them way faster than you should have.”
    • “The gameplay leaves a little bit to be desired.”
  • graphics37 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and detail, with many players noting the impressive visuals and aesthetics, especially in high settings. While the graphics are generally considered strong for an amateur title, some users have pointed out issues with optimization and limited customization options that could affect gameplay for certain players. Overall, the visuals are a standout feature, contributing positively to the gaming experience despite some technical shortcomings.

    • “The graphics are beautiful, and I have passively explored a world for hours.”
    • “Visuals are jaw-dropping for a game of its size, with the most screenshots I've ever taken in a game.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous, the vehicle physics strike a good balance between realistic and fun, and the research tree makes a good amount of sense.”
    • “It is a tech demo for the company's graphics and world engines.”
    • “There seems to be a problem with how the graphic engine works.”
    • “Optimization and graphics options are slightly lacking and my 1050 card can sometimes struggle, but such is expected in early access.”
  • grinding19 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and time-consuming, especially in the early stages where resource gathering can feel like a chore. While some appreciate the rewarding nature of grinding and enjoy the challenge it presents, others feel that it detracts from the overall experience, particularly for solo players. Overall, the game seems to cater more to those who enjoy grind-heavy gameplay, while others may find it frustrating and overly repetitive.

    • “Even though I am stopping at this point since grinding gear upgrades is just a pain.”
    • “Except for the first two upgrades, they require extensive grinding that are still not achievable after 30 hours.”
    • “Only real complaint I have is how hard it can be to find some resources that you need to get started on a base, making for a really long, difficult, and grindy first 10 hours or so of gameplay.”
  • story18 mentions

    The game's story is generally perceived as lacking depth and coherence, with many players noting that it feels more like a collection of gameplay mechanics than a cohesive narrative. While some appreciate the lively NPC interactions and quests, others argue that the absence of a strong storyline detracts from the overall experience, suggesting that the game would benefit from a more structured narrative to enhance engagement. Overall, the consensus is that while the gameplay is enjoyable, the story element is underdeveloped and could significantly improve the game.

    • “I enjoyed this game, but it would be improved by having a story element and quests.”
    • “The quests and voiceovers for the NPCs are lively and often amusing.”
    • “If not for a lack of storyline, this is one of the most fun base builder games I've ever played.”
    • “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
    • “Unfortunately, no amount of story is going to fix that.”
    • “It's relatively shallow and has no story that I was able to detect.”
  • optimization12 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews. While some players report significant performance issues, particularly with explosion effects and graphics options, others highlight impressive load times and smooth multiplayer experiences. The game shows potential for improvement, especially in early access, but current optimization remains inconsistent across different platforms and hardware.

    • “Will probably check it out again in the future once the optimization is worked in, looks like a promising game!”
    • “Also the performance on it is amazing, early access or no, load times were incredibly fast and there were no lag issues at all.”
    • “The only real way to experience anything in-game back upon release was through multiplayer, but now they have PvE and some good optimizations.”
    • “It doesn't get much worse, thankfully, but it is not optimized.”
    • “Poorly optimized explosion effects causing matches to grind to a halt regardless of computer specifications.”
    • “Optimization and graphics options are slightly lacking and my 1050 card can sometimes struggle, but such is expected in early access.”
  • stability10 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant bugs and freezing issues, particularly when starting new worlds. However, others have noted that despite a few graphical glitches, the game is relatively stable and bug-free for an early access title, with a committed developer working on improvements. Overall, while there are stability concerns for some users, others find the experience enjoyable and manageable.

    • “The sole developer is very committed to quality in his work, so I found even early access to be a very bug-free experience.”
    • “It's the most stable and bug-free early access title I've come across.”
    • “Terrible buggy mess, don't waste your time.”
    • “Whenever I try to start a world, the game just freezes, and if I try to click anywhere, it tells me it's not responding. This happens every time, and I don't know why. I know it's not my PC because it can handle games like No Man's Sky and Space Engineers. Has anyone else experienced this problem?”
    • “It has nearly no PvE content, and right now it is a bit buggy.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the overall experience, with many players highlighting its quality and how it complements the gameplay and graphics. While some reviews note that the music contributes to a relaxing atmosphere and motivates players to progress, there are mixed opinions on its overall impact, with a few mentioning that it doesn't fully compensate for other gameplay issues. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that significantly enriches the game.

    • “The music alone makes it worth a look.”
    • “This $8 game got one thing right, and that is driving you to push forward, accompanied by some really awesome music.”
    • “The music is amazing and helps you relax into the world you're exploring.”
    • “A good game with an amazing soundtrack and art, ruined by something as simple as the movement controls.”
    • “Decent music.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beauty and peacefulness, enhanced by engaging music that complements the experience. Players appreciate the enjoyable environment, which is ideal for construction, research, and sandbox gameplay, especially when shared with friends. Overall, the atmosphere significantly contributes to the game's appeal.

    • “The atmosphere of the game is amazing and very peaceful.”
    • “The concept of it is great, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the fact you can easily play with friends makes this very enjoyable.”
    • “I can recommend this game if you really enjoy construction, researching, RPG, sandbox, and a very interesting atmosphere.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as a mix of frustration and absurdity, with players finding comedic value in the chaotic driving mechanics and the ironic notion of a low-priced game potentially being produced under questionable conditions. Overall, the humor seems to stem from the game's flaws rather than intentional comedic elements.

    • “Well, you can attempt to hilariously drive around to find garbage laying around to fill your inventory if you like, but I do not recommend it as you are likely just going to end up screaming because the damn vehicle cannot drive straight, or even at all.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers enjoyable single-player and duo experiences, rated 9/10 for initial play, but lacks significant replay value beyond those modes.

    • “Playing it as a single player/duo non-conflict building game will net you a reasonable amount of enjoyment, but there's no real replay value after that, sadly.”
    • “Playing it as a single player or duo non-conflict building game will net you a reasonable amount of enjoyment, but there's no real replay value after that, sadly.”
    • “Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to dive back in; the lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel redundant.”
    • “The game offers a one-time experience that is enjoyable, but the absence of different paths or choices means you won't find yourself coming back for more.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is not clearly defined, leading to mixed perceptions among users; while it is not positioned as an MMO, considering it through that lens may highlight both its strengths and weaknesses, potentially aiding in future marketing efforts.

  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers express disappointment with the lack of character development in the game, noting that after completing the main content, there is little to engage with, resulting in a sense of stagnation and limited progression.

    • “After a week of binge-playing, having unlocked everything, I find there's nothing really to do, as there's no real PvE-type content, no character development, and our base was 'done'.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me wanting more depth and engagement.”
    • “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful character progression; it felt like I was just going through the motions without any real growth.”
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Play time

25hMedian play time
32hAverage play time
7-50hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 9 analyzed playthroughs

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