Project Hive

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Project Hive is a single player action game. It was developed by Class of 2019-2020 and was released on February 4, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Project Hive is a third-person shooter game in which you play as Alexei, a survivor stranded in the destroyed mining facility Hive on the planet Proxima. His quest will lead him through the dark secrets of Talium Industries.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Great spooky Dead Space-like ambience with clever level design and interesting gameplay elements.
Impressive for a student project developed in just 14 weeks, showcasing creativity and effort.
Offers good replay value with collectibles and a serviceable plot, making it a fun experience overall.

Controls are janky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Significant graphical issues, including screen tearing and poor collision detection, detract from immersion.
The game suffers from bugs and glitches that can be game-breaking, especially in later stages.

story
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The game's story is generally considered enjoyable and serviceable, with some players noting that it could be more engaging with different character names. While the plot is appreciated, it is accompanied by minor technical issues, but overall, the graphics and gameplay experience are well-received for a free-to-play title.
- “It is a fun game with a good story, but the controls could be a bit more responsive.”
- “The story line is good, and the graphics are great for a free-to-play game (except for the small glitches). It played smoothly on my GT 1030 and R5 1400.”
- “The plot and story are serviceable.”
- “If he'd been named Georges, for example, I would have been way more interested in his story.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game received mixed reviews; while some players appreciated the visuals as good for a free-to-play title, others criticized the lack of graphics options, particularly vsync, which led to significant screen tearing and detracted from the overall experience. Additionally, minor glitches were noted, but performance was generally smooth on lower-end hardware.
- “The storyline is good, and the graphics are great for a free-to-play game, despite some small glitches. It played smoothly on my GT 1030 and R5 1400.”
- “The visuals are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly enhance the gaming experience.”
- “The character models are incredibly well-designed, making the game world feel immersive and alive.”
- “The game badly needed some graphics options; vsync in particular. It was a non-stop screen-tearing nightmare that actually messed with my eyes and took me completely out of the experience.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the environments feel lifeless and uninviting.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging elements and exceptional level design, particularly in the final level; however, players have reported issues with glitches and unresponsive controls that detract from the overall experience.
- “During my gameplay, however, it felt very glitchy and touchy with the controls.”
- “Especially the gameplay elements combined with its level design, something that reaches its apex in the ninth and last level.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive, Dead Space-like quality, characterized by a thick ambiance and clever level design that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers recommend it for its ability to create a captivating and engaging environment.
- “The good first: great Dead Space-like atmosphere.”
- “With a thick atmosphere and clever level design, I've got to recommend this one.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “Despite the potential, the game's atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The environments are lifeless, making it hard to feel connected to the game world.”
replayability
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Players find that the presence of collectibles significantly enhances the game's replayability, encouraging them to revisit the game to discover and collect all items.
- “The collectibles offer great replay value, encouraging players to explore every corner of the game.”
- “The variety of collectibles keeps me coming back for more, making each playthrough feel fresh.”
- “I love how the collectibles enhance the replayability, giving me new goals to achieve each time I play.”
stability
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Overall, users report that the game offers a solid experience with good graphics and a compelling storyline, though some minor glitches were noted. Performance is generally smooth, even on lower-end hardware like the GT 1030 and R5 1400.
- “The storyline is good and the graphics are great for a free-to-play game, but there are small glitches that affect the experience.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes and lag, which made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The game is often unstable, with random disconnects that ruin the gameplay.”