Rescue Operation
- April 21, 2021
- Laush Dmitriy Sergeevich
Get on Steam"Rescue Operation" is a single-player survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world. As a member of a rescue team, you must navigate through dangerous environments, gather resources, and save survivors. Your choices will impact the story and your chances of survival in this immersive and challenging game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers enjoyable gameplay with a fun variety of weapons and solid animations.
- It's a short experience that can be completed in about an hour, making it a good option for casual play.
- The atmosphere and sound design contribute to a spooky experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with level design and enemy AI.
- Many players found the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with no significant story or end boss.
- Controls are clunky, and there are limitations on customization options, which can lead to frustration.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its lack of depth and engagement. While some appreciated the action and gameplay, they criticized the narrative as minimal and formulaic, often feeling like an afterthought. Overall, the consensus is that the story is weak and not a significant draw for the game.
“Loved the story.”
“For 51 cents, you get an hour's worth of a single-player story.”
“The game was obviously written by non-English speaking coders, but the story is pretty much the same as usual... 'We need you to go into the secret base and find out what happened.'”
“The end level is tough and quite great, but there is no story, and the very ending sucks.”
“The story is really nothing to tell... really nothing to tell.”
“Only in the first part do you get information about what's going on, and then all the gameplay has no story.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the good quality and atmospheric visuals, especially when played on high settings, while others criticize the limited options and view distance, describing it as a "quick and dirty" Unity game. Overall, the graphics are considered decent for the price and engine, but there is room for improvement in customization and performance.
“The game has some potential, and for the price and engine that it's running on, I just can't really complain about the graphics and mechanics.”
“With good graphical quality and sound design, running on an Intel Core i5 9th gen and a GTX 1650, Rescue Ops runs at a consistent 60fps on the fantastic (highest setting). The combat is great!”
“Nice game with nice graphics and atmosphere.”
“The graphics are quite poor, with bad view distance.”
“It's just a quick and dirty Unity game, offering very few options for graphics and no custom bindings.”
- music8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many users highlighting the enjoyable soundtracks that complement the gameplay. However, some players noted issues with the placement of the music during certain moments. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, making it a standout feature.
“Also nice soundtrack and great atmosphere.”
“4th the music is so rocky when things go hot and it gets better and better every level you reach.”
“Great shooter, pleasant soundtrack, fun and addictive gameplay.”
“It's also worth mentioning that the music was poorly placed.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as solid and enjoyable, featuring smooth mechanics and a variety of weapons, which contribute to an addictive experience. While some users note its simplicity and occasional bugs, the overall consensus is that it offers good value for its price, especially considering its potential as a smaller title.
“The game has some potential and for the price and engine that it's running on, I just can't really complain about graphics and mechanics.”
“Smooth gameplay, tons of guns, the scares, just a really really solid game.”
“Great shooter, pleasant soundtrack, fun and addictive gameplay.”
“Very short and primitive gameplay.”
“This game does have some bug issues and the gameplay isn't perfect, but for it being a small game made to be simple, it's pretty good.”
“Only in the first part do you get information about what's going on, and then all the gameplay lacks story.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its engaging sound design and visuals, creating a mix of spooky and oppressive feelings. While some sections evoke tension, the overall ambiance is considered creative and immersive, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
“The atmosphere is actually pretty spooky in certain sections.”
“The atmosphere is oppressive... the level design may not be quite to the level of 'inspired' but it's very creative and not at all repetitive.”
“Nice game with nice graphics and atmosphere.”
“But the atmosphere is oppressive... the level design may not be quite to the level of 'inspired' but it's very creative and not at all repetitive.”
“Although despite this, the atmosphere can sometimes be a bit tense.”
“- The atmosphere is actually pretty spooky in certain sections.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is generally considered buggy and unstable, with several users reporting significant issues, particularly in the last level where falling through the map is common. Despite these problems, many players find the game enjoyable and worth the low price, suggesting that the experience may be acceptable for those willing to overlook its flaws.
“Pretty buggy and broken in a few spots.”
“I must say the last level is completely buggy and I had fallen through the map multiple times, where I had to restart the game.”
“Jumping height is too low and buggy.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its unexpected glitches and absurd NPC behavior, such as characters awkwardly navigating through doors and amusing ragdoll physics. However, many players feel that the overall comedic value is lacking, with some describing the experience as unfunny and short-lived.
“Just one hour, maybe less if you don't die or get distracted by the weird things that will happen to you as you play the game, like NPCs going through doors, hilarious ragdolls, and choppy sound work.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect is perceived as somewhat inconsistent, with ads feeling "floaty" while the overall weapon handling and animations are praised. Players note that the initial linear level design evolves into more complex environments, enhancing the gameplay experience.
