Republique

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 256 reviews
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Metamorphosis refines and improves Republique's approach to stealth and storytelling
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"Republique is a single-player horror stealth game, offering an interesting plot, excellent gameplay, and awesome visuals. The game's massive Fall 2018 update includes gamepad support, new costumes for the main character Hope, engine upgrade, and numerous bug fixes, enhancing the unique atmosphere for a more immersive experience."

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 256 reviews
story74 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • Great storytelling with a compelling narrative that keeps players engaged.
  • Unique gameplay mechanics that involve guiding a character through a stealthy environment using security cameras.
  • High-quality voice acting and well-designed characters that enhance the overall experience.
  • Gameplay can be repetitive and lacks challenge, especially in later episodes.
  • Technical issues such as camera switching and AI pathfinding can lead to frustrating moments.
  • The ending is unsatisfying and leaves many plot points unresolved, disappointing players who invested in the story.
  • story219 mentions

    The story of the game is a mixed bag, with many players praising its intriguing premise and rich world-building, often likening it to a dystopian novel filled with political and social commentary. However, some reviews highlight issues with convoluted storytelling, pacing, and a lack of clarity, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction, particularly towards the ending. Overall, while the narrative has compelling elements and depth, it suffers from execution flaws that may leave players wanting more coherence and resolution.

    • “The story is rich and immersive, the characters are full of life and personality, and the narrative is brilliant.”
    • “Using exfiltration/hacking gameplay as a foundation, Republique tells a compelling yet tragic story that blends political and science fiction, supported by a cast of deep characters that you can empathize with.”
    • “The story captivates you and makes you want to play the next episode.”
    • “The story goes from being mysterious to just confusing if you don't read every single collectible or go look for explanations on forums.”
    • “The plot of the game is never fully resolved and the ending is just bad.”
    • “The story is bland and not captivating.”
  • gameplay144 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by a unique blend of stealth mechanics and point-and-click elements, allowing players to control the protagonist indirectly through fixed camera perspectives. While the initial mechanics and atmosphere are engaging, many players find the gameplay repetitive and simplistic, with issues such as clunky controls and frustrating camera switches detracting from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the game is praised for its intriguing story and artistic presentation, making it a mixed but generally positive experience for fans of narrative-driven stealth games.

    • “Interesting initial mechanics coupled with a mysterious setting makes for very good first impressions.”
    • “A very engaging stealth game that, through clever mechanics, makes the player out to be an omnipresence with a limited ability to help an escaped teenager navigate the corridors of the heavily monitored compound.”
    • “The gameplay is unique, the story compelling, and while most of the characters are two-dimensional, there's enough tension and storytelling to make you overlook that.”
    • “The gameplay loop gets old rather fast and becomes a chore, and most of the writing follows the 'and then' path instead of 'because of that'.”
    • “The mechanics are so incredibly clunky it isn't even worth trying to figure it out.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive and boring.”
  • graphics42 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received a generally positive reception, with many praising the beautiful aesthetic and immersive environments that enhance the dystopian atmosphere. While some users noted graphical bugs and issues, particularly on Mac, the remastered visuals are considered impressive for a mobile port, with several reviewers highlighting the art style and overall visual fidelity. However, there are criticisms regarding animations and certain graphical elements that detract from the experience, indicating a mix of strengths and weaknesses in the game's visual presentation.

    • “The visuals (never mind the Unity engine), the environments, and the sounds create an immersive dystopian landscape.”
    • “The remastered graphics are astonishing, even by today’s standards.”
    • “Engaging story, great atmosphere, tense stealth gameplay, pretty graphics even for a mobile port, performance is terrific and amazing voice acting.”
    • “There are also some graphical bugs and issues (at least on Mac) in some areas, where certain things that should be transparent, or particles are instead large black squares (smoke, water, etc).”
    • “Many bugs, graphics that bug out, features like upgrading that are essentially useless, and clunky, stupidly easy and repetitive gameplay with horrible enemy AI, all of which paint a picture of a game that remains underdeveloped, to say the least.”
    • “The game offers the usual options for graphics, though there's a few hitches in the cutscenes, most noticeably in the lip syncing and during bursts of static.”
  • music18 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its immersive and atmospheric qualities that enhance the overall experience. While some players found the soundtrack to be stirring and well-placed, others felt it lacked depth beyond the title track. Overall, the combination of quality music and voice acting contributes significantly to the game's tension and immersion.

    • “Much of the tension is created by music and the use of professional voice actors is also worth pointing out.”
    • “The soundtrack, the characters, the voice acting are all mind boggling with the amount of clear effort that has been put into it.”
    • “Immersive thrillers, be it a game or movie, always benefit greatly from quality auditory components, and Republique has its music right where and how it needs to be.”
    • “Actually, I was expecting more from the soundtrack because besides the title track, I wasn't impressed nor much involved by the music in-game.”
    • “The soundtrack, the characters, the voice acting are all mind-boggling with the amount of clear effort that has been put into it.”
    • “Immersive thrillers, be it a game or movie, always benefit greatly from a quality auditory component, and Republique has its music right where and how it needs to be.”
  • atmosphere16 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its oppressive and dystopian tone, enhanced by effective sound and lighting design. Players appreciate the rich environments and engaging story, which contribute to a tense and immersive experience, particularly in the earlier episodes. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, making it highly recommended for fans of atmospheric and stealth gameplay.

    • “On the brighter side, the game is truly atmospheric.”
    • “The atmosphere is what makes it great, with nice looking environments and voiceovers for most of the loot and puzzle items.”
    • “Developers have sought to create an oppressive and dystopian atmosphere, and they have done very well with it.”
    • “It just has a weird tone and atmosphere and is unlike anything I have played before.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game is generally well-received, with significant improvements noted in the 2018 patch, enhancing performance and controller support. While some users mention that the PC version feels like a port with less than average engine optimization, the graphics and performance are still impressive, especially compared to its mobile origins. The engaging story and atmosphere further contribute to a positive experience despite minor optimization concerns.

    • “Engaging story, great atmosphere, tense stealth gameplay, pretty graphics even for a mobile port, performance is terrific and amazing voice acting.”
    • “Somewhat less than average engine optimization for PC; feels noticeably like a port.”
    • “Republique is a mobile port stealth game that came from iOS, but don’t worry about that because it is fairly optimized and the graphic fidelity is bumped significantly against the iOS counterpart.”
    • “2018 patch, performance is a lot better and now supports controller.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the engaging lore and collectibles that encourage exploration, others feel it lacks significant replay value beyond a single playthrough. The semi-open environment and various collectibles can enhance the experience, but some users find the overall fun factor diminishes upon replay.

    • “Albeit the ending wasn't as expected, it doesn't take away from what a packaged deal this is. With its lore, tapes, eavesdropping abilities, etc., this game has great replayability and will keep you occupied for a good time. I finished it within 20 hours, and that was without exploring the world greatly.”
    • “There are a lot of fun collectibles, which give the game more replay value, and the semi-open environment provides the opportunity for some exploration.”
    • “The game is entertaining, somewhat unique, but it has basically no replay value whatsoever, except from the usual 'I'll read this book again after a year' angle.”
    • “There are a lot of fun collectibles, which gives the game more replay value, and the semi-open environment provides the opportunity for some exploration.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game's stability is generally positive, with some users noting occasional bugs but overall praising the polish of the port. The unique gameplay mechanic of camera hopping adds an intriguing layer, despite minor stability issues.

    • “The game can get buggy, but the concept of not even knowing who you are or why you're helping hope gets under my skin in a good way.”
    • “Time freezes and you can hop to any nearby camera up to a certain distance from the girl - you can go pretty far and scout stuff out that way.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development in the game is praised for its strong writing and voice acting, contributing to engaging stories and well-designed characters. The overall character design is highlighted as impressive, complementing the beautifully rendered environments and dynamic gameplay.

    • “The voice acting, character development, and writing were good overall.”
    • “The character designs are great, and the environments are beautifully rendered, making the gameplay engaging.”
    • “Nice controls, great textures, character design, stories, and level design.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as the stealth mechanics can feel slow and time-consuming, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Additionally, the need for multiple playthroughs to fully understand the story adds to the sense of grindiness, particularly for completionists.

    • “Although it's fun to hack stuff around and have guards cursing while they are locked behind doors, oftentimes the stealth is way too slow and grindy, costing too much time for the little amount of fun you have.”
    • “You must be a completionist and replay the game more than once, which is tedious, to really understand what the hell is going on.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy is generally well-received, with effective marketing that successfully promotes the game, although some users note the presence of less relevant advertisements for indie titles. Overall, the game's quality ultimately speaks for itself, overshadowing minor advertising concerns.

  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is well-received, featuring great voice acting and clever nods to other indie titles, which adds an endearing touch to its dystopian setting. Players appreciate how the humor complements the overall experience, particularly for game collectors.

    • “The voice acting and humor are great, and the developer's in-game nods to other indie darlings are endearing.”
    • “Dystopian feel, humor, and for a game collector, it works.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The game features several genuine shocking twists and poignant moments that evoke strong emotional responses from players, contributing to a deeply engaging narrative experience.

    • “There are a couple of genuine shocking twists and even a few heartbreaking moments.”
    • “The game masterfully evokes a range of emotions, leaving players feeling deeply connected to the characters.”
    • “I found myself tearing up during several key scenes; the storytelling is incredibly powerful.”
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60% average critic score

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Play time

16hMedian play time
19hAverage play time
15-40hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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