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82%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
82% User Score Based on 68 reviews

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Reloader: test_subject is a single player tactical hack and slash game. It was developed by PsychoFlux Entertainment and was released on January 14, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Reloader: test_subject is an experimental "Bullet Counting Reload Action" game that features realistic gun control combined with movie-style cinematics. We were inspired by numerous classic shootouts from movies and the indie game called Receiver. Experience being a Reloader: having legendary shooting skills and engaging in Close-Quarters Combat. You just have to remember how to use the gun you're…

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82%Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews
story3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and interesting take on tactical shooting mechanics, reminiscent of Receiver 2.
  • It's a fun and engaging short game that provides a good challenge and feels rewarding to play.
  • Great graphics and a thrilling atmosphere that gives players a John Wick vibe, making it exciting to experience.
  • The reloading mechanic is cumbersome and can be frustrating, with no option to remap keys or track bullets effectively.
  • The game is very short, lacking in content and features, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Auto-aiming and lack of checkpoints can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially during difficult sections.

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The gameplay is centered around a unique reloading mechanic, which some players find inconvenient. While the game offers interesting and distinctive gameplay, it currently requires additional features, polish, and quality-of-life improvements to feel more complete. However, many agree that it provides good value for its price.

    • “Very interesting and unique gameplay.”
    • “Right now it needs more features, polish, and quality of life improvements in mechanics before it is more complete, but for its price, it's pretty worth it.”
    • “Reloading; the mechanic the entire game is built around is nothing but an inconvenience.”
    • “Right now it needs more features, polish, and quality of life improvements in mechanics before it feels more complete.”
    • “Right now it needs more features, polish, and quality of life improvements in mechanics before it feels more complete.”

  • story

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The story is described as generic, yet it features an intriguing buildup that leaves players wanting more. Users express a desire for a full game to explore the interesting characters and their backstories, indicating that while the current narrative may lack originality, it has potential for deeper development.

    • “So to start off, this is an interesting take on a side-scroller shoot 'em up that has an intriguing build-up to a story that I would love to experience.”
    • “I would love for a full game to be released with the completed storyline; the characters are interesting and provide enough mystery to make me want to know the backstory.”
    • “The characters are interesting and provide me with enough mystery to want to know the backstory.”
    • “The story is very generic.”
    • “The story is very generic.”

  • music

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The music in the game has received criticism for not fitting the theme, with players suggesting that it detracts from the overall experience. Many recommend muting the in-game music and opting for an alternative playlist, such as a John Wick fight playlist, to enhance gameplay.

    • “The only thing I recommend (sorry dev) is that the music kinda sucks for the theme of the game.”
    • “Literally just mute the background music in the settings and pull up a John Wick fight playlist and you're golden.”

  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are consistently praised as exceptional, with multiple users highlighting their perfection.

    • “Great game, perfect graphics.”
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Reloader: test_subject is a tactical hack and slash game. Common tags for Reloader: test_subject include indie, 2d, 2.5d, pixel graphics, cyberpunk and others.

Reloader: test_subject is available on PC and Windows.

Reloader: test_subject was released on January 14, 2022.

Reloader: test_subject was developed by PsychoFlux Entertainment.

Reloader: test_subject has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Reloader: test_subject for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Reloader: test_subject is a single player game.

Similar games include Receiver, Beyond Citadel, Receiver 2, John Wick Hex, miniLAW: Ministry of Law and others.