Project First Contact

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Project First Contact is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Atomic Fabrik and was released on July 26, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

"Project First Contact" is a thrilling action-packed game where alien invaders, known as "Project First Contact," have taken over Earth. Players must fight to save humanity and defeat the alien menace that has already modified countless animal species and human subjects. As one of the few unaltered survivors, players must battle their way to Area 51 to put an end to the alien conquest. The game promises challenging battles against surreal creatures in various landscapes.

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39%

Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Some graphics are decent and can be visually interesting at times.
The game can be hilariously fun in a 'so bad it's good' way.
It provides a unique experience for fans of B-grade horror games.

The game is extremely poorly made with bad level design and numerous glitches.
Gameplay is frustrating due to slow movement, limited sprinting, and unnatural jump scares.
Audio is obnoxious with loud, random noises that detract from the experience.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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46%
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The gameplay has been widely criticized for being lackluster and poorly executed, with many reviewers noting a disjointed level design and frustrating mechanics. Players have described the experience as bare bones, with inadequate controls and animations that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay fails to deliver a cohesive or engaging experience, leading to disappointment among users.
- “The gameplay loop seems to be this:”
- “Rather than making a smattering of disparate levels, it would have been nice to just experience one fully-realized locale with better game mechanics.”
- “If this game provided solid gameplay combined with these levels, something far better could've been.”
- “Don't buy it if you actually care about the gameplay.”
- “Final score: 5.5/20. This game tries way too hard to be scary, and the gameplay is just bare bones.”
- “While the graphics look somewhat alright in some aspects, like the buildings in the first area or the water in the second area, the sound, controls, and gameplay are dreadful.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as loud and absurd, often drawing comparisons to intentionally over-the-top films like "Sharknado." Players find the combination of bizarre elements and exaggerated scenarios to be hilariously entertaining, contributing to a uniquely fun experience.
- “Hilariously fun and weird.”
- “Looked funny bad, like Sharknado.”
- “I know there are two enemy types, but it was funny to me.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The music in the game is generally perceived as ambient and relaxing, suitable for background settings, but lacks depth and engagement, with some users finding it uninspiring or even subpar. Overall, it seems to serve its purpose for creating a mood but may not appeal to those seeking a more dynamic or memorable soundtrack.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music is somewhat okay if you're looking for ambient music for your grandma's haunted house.”
- “The graphics are okay, the music sucks, and well, the gameplay.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics receive mixed reviews, with some users finding them acceptable in certain areas, such as buildings and water effects, while others criticize them as ugly overall. Despite a few positive notes, the general consensus leans towards disappointment, particularly when compared to other game elements like sound and gameplay.
- “While the graphics look somewhat alright in some aspects like the buildings in the first area or the water in the second area, the sound, controls, and gameplay are dreadful.”
- “- ugly graphics.”
- “The graphics are okay, the music sucks, and well, the gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly impact gameplay. The controls are described as unreliable, contributing to a frustrating experience. Overall, it receives a low stability rating of 2.5/10.
- “The game is plagued with bugs and glitches that severely impact the experience. I would rate it 2.5/10.”
- “Due to the presence of aliens, players experience hallucinations and a distorted view, which serves as a poor excuse for the numerous unfixed glitches and bugs.”
- “The stability issues in this game are frustrating and detract from the overall enjoyment.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely criticized, with users describing it as lacking any engaging or immersive qualities, resulting in a "zero atmosphere" experience.
- “There is zero atmosphere in the game.”
- “The environment feels lifeless and uninspired.”
- “I expected a rich atmosphere, but it fell completely flat.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful moral about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. However, some users note a lack of a structured storyline, which may detract from the overall narrative experience.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “There is no storyline.”
- “The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”