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Red Trigger is a First Person Shooter (FPS) Puzzle game. Can you infiltrate and corrupt the system?

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,628 reviews
gameplay170 positive mentions
stability108 negative mentions

  • The game features fun and challenging puzzles that require creative thinking.
  • The minimalist art style is visually appealing and enhances the gameplay experience.
  • It's a free game, making it accessible to a wide audience.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay.
  • The lack of key binding options and audio settings can be frustrating for players.
  • The game is very short, taking only about 30-60 minutes to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
  • gameplay
    442 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Red Trigger" is characterized by its unique mechanics and puzzle design, drawing inspiration from titles like Portal while introducing original elements. Players appreciate the straightforward controls and engaging challenges, although some mechanics can be inconsistent and buggy, leading to frustration at times. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience with a short runtime, making it a worthwhile play for fans of puzzle-platformers.

    • “It's very impressive for a student project, and the game is mechanically sound.”
    • “Very satisfying gameplay; it's just fun to throw yourself across the room in this game.”
    • “The level design is really good at teaching you how different mechanics operate in a rather organic way, and presents some neat challenges without being overly difficult.”
    • “Gameplay is boring, deaths are cheap and the art style is lazy and painful to look at.”
    • “The physics or game mechanics or whatever you want to call it is not well made and broken half the time.”
    • “Yes, I am mentioning the broken game mechanics for the third time because it is simply game breaking and the most annoying thing I have ever encountered.”
  • graphics
    308 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are predominantly minimalist, with a clean and simple aesthetic that some players find effective and immersive, while others criticize them for being overly simplistic or visually unappealing. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to convey its mechanics through its straightforward visuals, although there are mentions of graphical glitches and performance issues on lower-end systems. Overall, the graphics are generally seen as adequate for the gameplay experience, with a few players appreciating the nostalgic art style reminiscent of earlier gaming eras.

    • “The graphics are minimalist but effective.”
    • “The graphics look great, the feel of everything just feels right.”
    • “A short but slick game with delicious minimalist graphics.”
    • “Now, the game has seemingly worse graphics with more screen tearing, more cluttered settings than I'd prefer, and just overall feels worse.”
    • “The bare-bones graphics actually got in the way of playing.”
    • “Gameplay is boring, deaths are cheap and the art style is lazy and painful to look at.”
  • story
    156 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal, predictable, and poorly integrated, with many players noting that it feels more like an afterthought than a central element. While some appreciate the vague narrative and find enjoyment in the gameplay mechanics, others express a desire for a more developed plot and deeper storytelling. Overall, the consensus is that the game could benefit from a more substantial narrative to enhance the experience.

    • “It was well paced, enjoyable, nice music and an interesting story line.”
    • “I got the general idea of what the story was trying to convey and I can't wait for the sequel!”
    • “The little story is nice and I enjoy the 'virus' robot who infects the server.”
    • “The story elements, if they could be called such a thing, are ostensibly generic action game lines, sloppily and illusion-breakingly smattered throughout the game's runtime.”
    • “There's no story and the focus is to present a basic tech demo with progressive challenges and escalating puzzles.”
    • “Only problem is, there's little to no story and the game is actually pretty short, even if you aren't the best at these types of games.”
  • music
    156 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players appreciating its quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere. While some found it enjoyable and well-paced, others noted it could be repetitive or overly loud, with a few expressing a desire for better volume control options. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant aspect of the game, contributing to the immersive experience, especially during puzzle-solving moments.

    • “The mix of music and sound effects are exceptional.”
    • “The puzzles are refreshingly challenging, the music sets the mood perfectly for each level, and the general aesthetic is tastefully glossy.”
    • “Such an enjoyable and fun puzzle game with the simplest of graphics, easy mechanics, and electrifying music (kept the beat with my shoulders a couple of times ;).”
    • “The music from the main menu goes on for the whole time you play the game until the point you feel like killing yourself.”
    • “Most of the time the music just slips into the background with very calm melodies and low tones, but sometimes it can get a little bit repetitive (and I really disliked the menu music, it felt very grating).”
    • “There are no sound options besides an on/off toggle of music (this does not affect any other sounds, which cannot be turned off).”
  • stability
    108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has received significant criticism, with many users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While some players find the game enjoyable despite its issues, others express frustration over game-breaking bugs and inconsistent physics, leading to a less polished and more chaotic gameplay experience compared to the original version. Overall, the remake is seen as particularly unstable, with many recommending caution for potential players.

    • “While I do recommend the original version, the remake gets a huge thumbs down due to innumerable bugs and glitches that transform the fun of the original into nonstop frustration.”
    • “The free version had no technical issues at all and was awesome, but the remake is riddled with glitches and several game-breaking bugs.”
    • “I became extremely frustrated after I continued to encounter glitches which either stalled progress or caused me to have to restart a segment.”
  • optimization
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant performance issues, particularly on high settings, while others report smooth gameplay on better hardware. Many users note that the game demands more from their systems than expected, with some suggesting that the optimization is poor despite the simple graphics. Overall, while some players find it well-optimized, others highlight a lack of effective settings adjustments and performance inconsistencies.

    • “Performance is outstanding.”
    • “It's well optimized, I'll give it that.”
    • “Runs smoothly (would expect it since it's Unreal Engine).”
    • “Only complaints are extremely poor optimization on high settings; there's no legitimate reason that it runs so hot when there's nothing beyond reflective surfaces and bloom.”
    • “Though I suppose that's kind of a necessary evil when the entire map is blank and untextured, which in return begs the question of how this game can be as badly optimized as it is.”
    • “Game features simple graphics with minimum effects, but performance is very bad.”
  • replayability
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find enjoyment in speedrunning and pursuing achievements, others feel that once completed, the game lacks incentive for further play. The puzzles are engaging, but the short length and ease of completion lead many to conclude that there is little to no replay value after achieving 100%. Overall, it offers a fun experience but may not encourage repeated playthroughs for everyone.

    • “For a whopping $0, you get a fun little first-person puzzler that even manages to have a bit of replay value if you want to learn some speed tech and go for the achievements.”
    • “Very fun, not terribly long, but has great replayability if you want to try getting all four achievements (the one-life run is the hardest).”
    • “The puzzles are very fun to solve, and the overall game makes for a great, quick experience with a good amount of replayability.”
    • “The puzzles are not inherently difficult, coupled with game length will mean that once you've played the game (or found the achievements and 100%'d it if you're a completionist like me), there is absolutely no replayability.”
    • “The game was fun and should be played at least once but has no replay value.”
    • “It also has no replay value and doesn't make me feel like I'll reopen it anytime soon.”
  • atmosphere
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beautiful visuals, effective sound design, and engaging music, which together create a calming yet intense experience. Many reviewers appreciate the simplicity of the graphics and the potential for atmospheric storytelling without dialogue. Overall, the game successfully combines enjoyable gameplay mechanics with a compelling atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The subtle weapon animations, music, and sound design all contribute to a pleasant atmosphere, and the finale brings some fun intensity into the mix.”
    • “Very beautiful and atmospheric.”
    • “I'm having a lot of fun with it, love the look and feel of the game, and the music sets a great atmosphere.”
    • “>maps/atmosphere=1”
    • “Mainly focused on his gameplay, the game still has a decent atmosphere.”
  • humor
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, particularly through its quirky physics and amusing gameplay elements like catapult bridges. Many reviewers appreciate the light-hearted teasing and the ability to laugh at their own mistakes, comparing the experience to a humorous take on games like Portal. Overall, the humor significantly enhances the gaming experience, making it both entertaining and memorable.

    • “The broken physics aren't all bad, however, like the hilarious catapult bridges near the end of the game that make completing the room an enjoyable cakewalk if you're aware of what rocket jumping is.”
    • “I think some cruel humor, like her teasing you about sucking at life, would be very enjoyable.”
    • “But I will say that the hour it took me to play it was amazing; between the moderately challenging puzzles, the intense music, and me laughing at my stupid fails, I enjoyed this game 120%.”
  • emotional
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally engaging, often feeling a sense of accomplishment and cleverness when solving puzzles. While some mechanics could be improved and certain aspects may cause dizziness, the overall concept is well-executed, contributing to a positive emotional experience.

    • “It makes you feel emotional.”
    • “Not once was I overwhelmed or lost, and every puzzle made me feel so clever for solving it.”
    • “Nice puzzle game, made me feel kinda dizzy at times and there are some mechanics that could be improved, but it's a nice concept pretty well executed.”
  • grinding
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, especially during no-death runs, which can extend playtime significantly. The lack of a reset or last checkpoint feature exacerbates this issue, making repetitive tasks feel more burdensome. However, the game is praised for avoiding common grind-related annoyances like fetch quests and excessive backtracking.

    • “The same cannot be said for the no death run; it cost me an extra 2 hours and it got tedious to the point where I lowered the volume and put on a podcast.”
    • “But without a reset button or a last checkpoint button, it's going to be tedious when trying to restart the game or level.”
    • “If there is one thing that this game does exceedingly well inside its genre, it is not to bug the player with tedious tasks like 'go and fetch', 'backtracking', and 'wait for it'.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game "Red Trigger" is praised for its monetization model, being completely free to play with no microtransactions, which enhances the experience for players seeking a straightforward puzzle platformer.

    • “About one hour long and free (no microtransactions whatsoever), Red Trigger is a clever first-person puzzle platformer for the thinking man.”

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4h Median play time
3h Average play time
2-4h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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