Project 5: Sightseer

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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Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 255 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding18 negative mentions

The game has a beautiful world with diverse biomes and impressive graphics.
The gameplay offers a mix of exploration, resource gathering, and base building, which can be very engaging.
The developer is active in the community and responsive to feedback, showing commitment to improving the game.

The vehicle handling is frustrating, making traversal difficult and often leading to getting stuck.
The early game can feel slow and tedious, with a lack of clear guidance or tutorials for new players.
There is a significant lack of PvE content, which can make the game feel empty and less engaging over time.

gameplay
39 mentions
23 % positive mentions
77 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, showcasing potential with enjoyable mechanics and a visually appealing environment, but marred by bugs, unbalanced features, and a lack of clear objectives. Players appreciate the depth and logistical planning required, yet many express frustration over slow progression, a steep learning curve, and the absence of meaningful content and tutorials. While some find the experience fun and engaging, others feel it resembles a technical demo rather than a fully realized game, with significant room for improvement.
- “The driving mechanics feel spot on, even if I'd prefer if not every vehicle came with a free 'hydraulics jump', but I get why it's the way it is.”
- “Everything feels pretty good, even if it isn't constant action and the skill is more in your logistical planning than twitch gameplay.”
- “Really good so far, nice feeling on the driving mechanics; you can feel the difference with the terrain, loads, and technology upgrades. It's difficult to traverse sometimes, but that just adds to the realism.”
- “The game is clearly not finished; there are bugs with sensors not working as expected, making them impossible to use. This causes issues with the core gameplay, leading to wasted resources and increased pollution.”
- “The gameplay leaves a little bit to be desired.”
- “Not much gameplay here right now, also no basic tutorial, etc. (that is coming though).”
graphics
27 mentions
52 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and detail, with many players noting the impressive visuals and aesthetics, particularly in various biomes. While some users mention minor graphical glitches and optimization issues, the general consensus is that the graphics enhance the gameplay experience significantly, making it visually appealing despite some dated elements.
- “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.”
- “Visuals are jaw-dropping for a game of its size, with the most screenshots I've ever taken in a game (alt+z turns on/off the UI, /scenic in chat box turns on/off your vehicle for terrain shots).”
- “Graphics are beautiful and there are a lot of small details.”
- “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.”
- “Aside from a few graphical glitches the game works fine on Linux.”
grinding
18 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative 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 the potential for cooperative play, others criticize the excessive time required to upgrade gear and the lack of engaging activities beyond mining and building. Overall, the game may appeal to those who enjoy grind-heavy experiences, but it risks alienating players who prefer a more streamlined approach.
- “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.”
- “Personally, I feel like it was a waste of time, and unless you have a posse of people willing to play this with you, I'm sure you'll get sick of the tedious driving around for hours searching for things to mine.”
story
14 mentions
0 % positive mentions
93 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is generally viewed as lacking, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative and quest system to enhance the experience. While some enjoy the gameplay mechanics, they feel that the absence of a compelling storyline makes the game feel shallow. Suggestions include integrating NPC quests and missions to create a more engaging world.
- “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.”
- “Take on NPC quests to further your expansion into the world!”
- “Unfortunately, no amount of story is going to fix that.”
- “It's relatively shallow and has no story that I was able to detect.”
- “I enjoyed this game, but it would be improved by having a story element and quests.”
optimization
12 mentions
33 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
17 % negative 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 have noted impressive load times and smooth multiplayer experiences. The game shows potential for improvement, especially in early access, but current performance varies widely depending on the platform and specific 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 not, load times were incredibly fast and there were no lag issues at all.”
- “Multiplayer performance is remarkable!”
- “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.”
stability
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates a high level of stability, with users reporting a mostly bug-free experience even in early access. While some minor graphical glitches and issues with the starter buggy's suspension are noted, the developer's commitment to quality is evident, making it one of the more stable titles in early access.
- “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.”
- “However, your basic starting buggy won't get you over rough terrain.”
- “It has nearly no PvE content, and right now it is a bit buggy.”
- “The starter buggy has really, really bad suspension (by design), so the first thing you want to do is find better suspension or craft your own; otherwise, even going up the smallest of hills is a challenge!”
music
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting its quality and ability to create an immersive atmosphere. While some players find it to be a standout feature that drives engagement, a few note that it is somewhat undermined by other gameplay elements. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant asset to the game's appeal.
- “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.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative 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 further enriched by the ability to collaborate with friends, making it particularly appealing for fans of construction, research, RPG, and sandbox genres.
- “The atmosphere of the game is amazing and very peaceful.”
- “The concept is great, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the fact that 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.”
- “The game music significantly enhances the atmosphere.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
- “The lack of environmental detail really detracts from the immersive atmosphere.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative 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, while some moments may elicit laughter, the gameplay can lead to more exasperation than enjoyment.
- “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.”
- “Funny thought: a game that good but sold for $8 must have been produced in slave labor!”
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers enjoyable single-player and duo experiences, rated 9/10 for initial play, but lacks significant replay value beyond those modes.
- “The game offers a variety of playstyles, making each run feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character choices, the replayability is impressive.”
- “Each playthrough reveals new strategies and experiences, keeping the game exciting.”
- “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 experienced the main storyline, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The lack of diverse outcomes or branching paths makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative 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 development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative 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, leading to a sense of stagnation and a lack of 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 progression.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful character growth; it felt like my choices didn't matter at all.”