Relapse

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Relapse is a single player action game. It was developed by Outlandish Development and was released on May 6, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

You play as Kin, a recovering addict trying to learn his history after a long bender. Kin fights and parkours through areas of his past as he attempts not to relapse. Relearning everything that has happened in his life and everything he has done. Iser creates the neuros that fuel this world, but are they really the cause of your vices... Relapse is a first-person shooter game where players park…

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

story5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features fun movement mechanics and an interesting narrative, making it enjoyable for casual gamers.
The art style is unique and visually appealing, reminiscent of a gritty comic book, which adds to the overall experience.
It offers a variety of abilities and powers that enhance gameplay, and the fast-paced action keeps players engaged.

The game suffers from bugs and clipping issues that can disrupt gameplay, particularly during parkour and combat sequences.
The gunplay mechanics are lackluster, with limited weapon options that can lead to repetitive gameplay.
The game is relatively short, with a playtime of about 1-1.5 hours, which may leave some players wanting more content.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is highly praised for its engaging narrative and unique art style, with players noting its impressive unfolding through various abilities and mechanics. While the main story can be completed in about an hour, it leaves a strong impact, complemented by thrilling movement mechanics and character interactions. Overall, the story is described as hard-hitting and interesting, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “Great game, really interesting story and awesome art style.”
- “I was so impressed by the story and how it unfolded with more and more abilities and mechanics to learn.”
- “Hard-hitting story with a really unique style.”
- “But it kind of adds to the story that I couldn't recognize characters by their voice.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The gameplay of the game features a mix of intriguing concepts and abilities, but suffers from execution issues, including lackluster gunplay and unreliable parkour mechanics due to bugs and clipping problems. While some players appreciate the fast-paced action and straightforward instructions that keep the experience engaging, others find the overall execution leaves much to be desired, leading to a quick loss of appeal.
- “Would recommend if you enjoy fast-paced gameplay.”
- “I was so impressed by the story and how it unfolded with more and more abilities and mechanics to learn.”
- “The different abilities and powers were a nice touch to add to the gameplay, and the instructions were very straightforward, so I never really got stuck and always found my way to the next part.”
- “Relapse: Honestly, I really wanted to enjoy this game more. The overall concept is great, but the execution left a lot to be desired. The game seems half-baked, with some interesting ideas and abilities that were fun to try out. However, the game lost its appeal very quickly, primarily due to a lackluster gunplay mechanic and parkour elements that didn't work as expected 100% of the time, mainly due to bugs or simply clipping through objects that should be solid, causing repeats in the same sections numerous times!”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their unique art style reminiscent of Jet Set Radio Future, with many users highlighting it as a standout feature. However, some criticism arises due to the overuse of similar shades of grey, which can make the visuals feel monotonous over time. Overall, the art style is a significant draw, complemented by well-designed weapons.
- “Great game, really interesting story and awesome art style.”
- “The graphics were really cool, similar to Jet Set Radio Future.”
- “The art style was my favorite part of the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences some stability issues, particularly noted during the final boss fight, where players encountered bugs that affected gameplay.
- “The game is a bit buggy during the boss fight at the end.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “There were several instances of lag and glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging and energetic quality, enhancing the overall experience and keeping players immersed in the fast-paced gameplay.
- “As a casual gamer, I found the music to be fantastic; it kept me engaged in the fast-paced game.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and perfectly complements the gameplay.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the game, enhancing the overall experience.”