Psi Project

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Psi Project is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Vyacheslav Shilikhin and was released on November 10, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

"Psi Project" is a challenging 2D shooter set in a horror-filled, unknown world. As the amnesiac protagonist, players must search for answers and weapons to combat haunting hallucinations. The game features old-school graphics, numerous levels, and intense adventures, with the ultimate goal of finding keys to unlock new areas and escape.

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Single-Player

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36%

Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

monetization5 negative mentions

The game has a creepy atmosphere that some players found engaging.
It offers a quick gaming experience, making it suitable for short bursts of fun.
Some players appreciated the nostalgic attempt to emulate classic FPS games like Doom.

The game is plagued by issues such as unresponsive mouse controls and unbalanced gameplay.
It has been criticized for using stolen assets and sounds from other games, leading to ethical concerns.
Many players found the graphics and overall quality to be subpar, making it feel unfinished and unpolished.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some praising the retro aesthetic reminiscent of old-school games, while others criticize them as low-resolution and subpar by modern standards. Many users note that the visuals feel generic and lack originality, contributing to an overall negative perception of the game's graphical quality.
- “The graphics are impressive, especially considering the game's old-school style.”
- “The visuals stand out, making the game feel unique despite some similarities in gameplay.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “Also, like every other raycasting game maker asset flip, the resolution and controls are locked and can't be changed, and the graphics are horrible, low-resolution 'pixel' trash.”
- “Absolutely terrible graphics and terrible gameplay.”
- “Similar to the original Doom game, but poor graphics for today's standards.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of these developers has been heavily criticized as exploitative and unethical, with accusations of producing low-quality, asset-flipped games that serve primarily as cash grabs on platforms like Steam. Users report a pattern of these developers using premade templates and assets to quickly release subpar games, often accompanied by fake reviews to mislead potential buyers. Overall, the monetization practices are viewed as a blatant attempt to profit from the work of others, leading to a negative perception of the games involved.
- “These guys do nothing but copy premade game templates and game tutorials, fill out a few things/stamp out basic levels using the construction kit templates, slap on an asset-flipped set of sprites/assets, and dump them on Steam and into daily indie game bundles as cash grabs.”
- “Trying to get paid for someone else's game templates and assets... at best, this is shovelware; at worst, it's a scam/cash grab.”
- “It's pure trash, and while the intent of the construction kit was to make small games to pass around with friends and to teach some aspects of game making, unethical developers will dump the games on Steam as cash grabs.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by basic first-person shooting mechanics against sprite-based enemies in small 2D levels, reminiscent of classic titles like Wolfenstein 3D. However, it is criticized for its poor graphics and overall unsatisfactory gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay consists of simple, single-plane FPS shooting with sprite-based enemies on small 2D levels, reminiscent of Wolfenstein 3D.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making it easy to pick up and play while still offering depth for seasoned players.”
- “The level design encourages exploration and strategic thinking, providing a satisfying challenge that keeps you coming back for more.”
- “Gameplay consists of simple single-plane FPS shooting against sprite-based enemies on small 2D levels, reminiscent of Wolfenstein 3D.”
- “Absolutely terrible graphics and terrible gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly in level 4 where zombies spawn in patterns that are manageable but require excessive effort to defeat due to their low health and high bullet sponge characteristics, compounded by limited ammunition.
- “In level 4, zombies spawn in dodgable patterns, but it's just very tedious with low HP. The gun has only 16 or 18 bullets (I don't remember), which means you can only kill two zombies because they are literal bullet sponges.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again just to level up, and it quickly becomes boring.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users note that while the game is enjoyable, it has limited replayability and can be completed in under an hour, suggesting it may not offer enough content to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “It's fun, but it's unlikely to take a full hour to complete and has limited replayability.”
- “Once you've played through it, there's not much incentive to go back for a second run.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes it hard to justify replaying the game.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the game is noted for its effectiveness, particularly in the early levels, creating a creepy ambiance that enhances the experience. However, overall, the game's redeeming qualities are limited, with atmosphere being one of the few positive aspects highlighted by users.
- “The creepy atmosphere in levels 1 and 2 is spot-on.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is one of its few redeeming qualities, and it's quite decent.”
- “Not much here, but I will concede that the creepy atmosphere in levels 1 and 2 is spot-on.”
- “There are relatively few redeeming qualities about this release, which is primarily limited to the atmosphere being decent.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has been criticized for lacking engagement and entertainment, with reviewers noting that no effort was made to immerse players in a narrative.
- “No effort has been made to bring the player into any story or even entertain.”