"Quantum Replica" is a fast-paced stealth adventure set in a dystopian cyberpunk world in 2084. As an agent, you must uncover secrets of the Syndicate, a ruthless corporate alliance, by manipulating time to evade enemies and take them down. With advanced technology and abilities, you'll explore the neon-lit city, unlock weapons and gadgets, and unravel the mysteries of your past.
The game features solid stealth mechanics and a unique cyberpunk atmosphere that many players find engaging.
The graphics, music, and voice acting are well-received, contributing to an immersive experience.
Players appreciate the variety of gameplay options and the challenge presented by boss fights, which can be rewarding when mastered.
The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and poor control mapping, particularly for keyboard users.
Boss fights are often criticized for being frustrating and poorly designed, detracting from the overall gameplay experience.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and the level design lacking in creativity, leading to a sense of boredom.
gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Quantum Replica" is characterized by a strong emphasis on stealth mechanics, requiring players to avoid detection by enemies, which can lead to quick failure if spotted. However, many reviews highlight issues such as clunky controls, simplistic mechanics, and a lack of depth, particularly in boss fights, leading to a mixed reception overall. While some players appreciate the unique twists and aesthetic elements, others find the gameplay to be mediocre and reminiscent of older titles.
“Interesting take on isometric stealth gameplay, set in a cyberpunk dystopia.”
“The gameplay has a strong stealth focus to it: avoiding or eliminating enemies silently will prove crucial to success; being spotted by an enemy will alert all the other ones in the area, forcing you to flee and hide, or accept a risky fight.”
“Overall, Quantum Replica is a nicely done stealth game, with some unique twists to it, and overall pleasant gameplay that will satisfy stealth and action fans.”
“The gameplay is really bad and the controls are unintuitive (but that may be because I used a mouse and keyboard and not a controller which the game recommends).”
“Neither the story, the stealth mechanic, the action in combat, or the environment excel in any way, and they all just oscillate between downright bad to mediocre.”
“All the mechanics of the game are not really deep, and especially those boss fights are very bad.”
story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Quantum Replica" is described as a mix of engaging elements and predictability, with a solid cyberpunk atmosphere that enhances the experience. While some players appreciate the narrative's mystery and the integration of sci-fi concepts, others find it generic and lacking in depth compared to other titles in the genre. Overall, the story is considered decent but not extraordinary, with notable voice acting that adds to its appeal.
“The story and music are good, the atmosphere is great, a classical cyberpunk with all its neon lights and anarchic city life.”
“The narrative content is amazing; I had never listened to a story so robust in an independent video game. They took the storyline and just made it an intrinsic part of the experience.”
“The voice acting is phenomenal; it really makes the story shine and is perhaps the best voice acting I have heard in a video game, especially Althus and Zed.”
“Oh, and of course boss fights are introduced by a cutscene that will be seen again and again and again... what I've seen of the story oscillates between déjà-vu and predictable, so there goes another motivator.”
“It doesn't engage me in its generic story and I am not enjoying playing it.”
“Neither the story, the stealth mechanic, the action in combat, or the environment excel in any way and they all just oscillate between downright bad to mediocre.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally considered mediocre, with some users noting that while there are a few enhancements thanks to Unreal Engine and 4K support, the overall asset quality is lackluster. The visuals are described as dark, which can hinder gameplay, but some players appreciate the aesthetics and find them satisfactory for an indie title. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising the graphics while others find them underwhelming.
“Great game, it has the rare combination of music, gameplay difficulty and aesthetics that is hard to find in indie games.”
“Good AI, awesome graphics, sound effects, and music.”
“I really like the graphics in this game.”
“The visuals look okay and you get a few graphics tweaks thanks to Unreal, and there's even 4K support, but the game assets are a little lackluster.”
“Visuals are dark, making it hard to move around.”
“Graphics are not really good but okay enough.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, effectively enhancing the cyberpunk atmosphere with a blend of engaging soundtracks and solid voice acting. Reviewers appreciate the rare combination of music, gameplay, and aesthetics, noting that it contributes significantly to the overall experience. The sound effects and visuals also complement the music, creating a cohesive and immersive environment.
“Great game, it has the rare combination of music, gameplay difficulty and aesthetics that is hard to find in indie games.”
“The soundtrack and voice over are pretty good, too, in my opinion.”
“Great music!”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, particularly noting that combat mechanics are frequently buggy, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
“Alongside that, combat can feel buggy.”
“Buggy as f***.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is generally well-received, with users reporting good performance and stability throughout their experience.
“Performance is good.”
“Performance is good.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive cyberpunk aesthetic, characterized by vibrant neon lights and a chaotic urban environment, effectively enhancing the overall experience of the game.
“The story and music are good, the atmosphere is great; a classic cyberpunk setting with all its neon lights and anarchic city life.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, highlighting tedious repetition in boss battles and the aggravation of game crashes following hard-won victories. The experience is marred by issues like unresponsive controls and frequent deaths, leading some to ultimately uninstall the game.
“Winning a boss battle after several tedious attempts only to have the game crash during the following cut-scene was the final incident that made me uninstall it.”
“Insta-death over and over again is so much fun, right? It's frustrating when the game ignores controller input.”
“The grinding aspect of the game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability, with no additional modes beyond the campaign and an estimated playtime of only 6-8 hours, leading reviewers to suggest waiting for a sale before purchasing.
“Priced at 15€, offering no other modes than campaign, little replay value, and a longevity estimation of 6-8 hours, I'd say you should wait for a sale or discount before buying.”