Project Hive

About

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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Impressive for a student project developed in just 14 weeks by 30 students, showcasing creativity and effort.
Great atmosphere reminiscent of Dead Space, with clever level design and engaging gameplay elements.
Offers good replay value with collectibles and a serviceable plot, making it a fun experience overall.

Controls are unresponsive and glitchy, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Lack of enemy diversity and poor AI can diminish the challenge and enjoyment of combat.
The game suffers from bugs that can become game-breaking, particularly 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; graphics are great for a free-to-play game (except for the small glitches). 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.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its strong level design, particularly highlighted in the final level, but players have reported issues with glitches and overly sensitive controls that detract from the overall experience.
- “During my gameplay, however, it felt very glitchy and unresponsive with the controls.”
- “Especially the gameplay elements combined with its level design, something that reaches its apex in the ninth and last level.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 compelling 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.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
- “With multiple endings and hidden secrets, the game keeps you coming back for more.”
- “The variety of character builds and playstyles ensures that each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised as impressive for a free-to-play game, with smooth performance on mid-range hardware, although some users noted minor glitches.
- “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.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly on lower-end hardware, such as the GT 1030 and R5 1400, with only minor glitches noted. The graphics are praised for a free-to-play title, contributing to a generally stable experience.
- “The storyline is good and the graphics are great for a free-to-play game, but there are small glitches that affect stability.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes and lag, which made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The game is fun, but the constant bugs and instability ruin the overall experience.”