Retrovirus

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 73 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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"Retrovirus is a Sci-Fi shooter game that offers both single and multiplayer modes, with a focus on 6-degrees-of-freedom movement and customizable combat. As an antivirus program, players explore and eradicate a threatening virus in a computer system's depths. The single-player campaign immerses players in the game's engrossing plot, while multiplayer allows for cooperative and competitive play with a friend."

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews
story6 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and imaginative setting where players navigate through a computer as an antivirus program, providing a fresh take on the FPS genre.
  • The weapon and upgrade system is flexible and allows for various playstyles, enhancing the gameplay experience with tactical options.
  • The graphics and atmosphere are visually appealing, with a well-realized world that draws inspiration from classic games like Descent and Reboot.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including memory leaks and crashes, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • Piloting controls can feel awkward and unresponsive, making combat frustrating at times, especially for players accustomed to more refined mechanics.
  • The AI is often criticized for being simplistic and unchallenging, leading to repetitive gameplay and a lack of strategic depth in encounters.
  • story21 mentions

    The story revolves around an antivirus program navigating a computer infected by a virus, with players uncovering the narrative through collectible emails that provide context and background. While the plot is engaging and features well-voiced characters representing various computer programs, some players find it repetitive and drawn out. Overall, the storyline is considered a fun and nostalgic backdrop that enhances the gameplay experience, despite not being the main focus.

    • “The story starts with a virus infecting a computer, and you are the gun-turret anti-virus program flying in zero-gravity to hunt the corruption.”
    • “The plot is fun; each major program that you would normally use on a computer has a well-voiced character.”
    • “You can uncover the real-world story behind the virus by finding emails hidden throughout the levels.”
    • “Love the concept, albeit the story is a bit repetitive and drawn out.”
    • “The story is what it is: an excuse to get you into fighting a lot of nasty bad guys.”
    • “I also wish they'd done a better job editing the story/levels.”
  • gameplay18 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth mechanics, unique scan ability, and engaging core loop, while others have reported bugs and a lack of depth in certain areas. The introduction of stealth mechanics and a customizable perk system adds variety, but some feel that certain features are not fully integrated into the experience. Overall, while the game has its strengths, it also suffers from inconsistencies that can detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “Extremely addicting and satisfying core gameplay loop.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth; so far I've experienced no major bugs.”
    • “I've only played through part of the game, but the different weapons and the unlockable perk system (which can be altered at any time) make for some interesting variety and customizable gameplay.”
    • “Unfortunately, the bad ratings for buggy gameplay are valid... I got a bug that made me have to restart several minutes into the game and honestly... the gameplay itself wasn't interesting enough to warrant starting over, so I quit pretty quick.”
    • “The game's narrative over-extends its welcome, and some mechanics, such as using your system scan setting to activate alternative uses for your guns, feel tacked on rather than integral to the experience.”
    • “Graphically it's neat, but the gameplay is kind of samey and lacking.”
  • graphics17 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, showcasing a colorful and unique art style that enhances the overall experience, though they are not considered spectacular. While many players appreciate the detailed visuals and nostalgic elements, some report issues with optimization and graphical lag that can detract from gameplay. Overall, the graphics are polished and enjoyable, but there are areas that could benefit from further refinement and optimization.

    • “It's obvious a lot of love and care went into this game - every aspect is polished and refined, including but not limited to the voice acting, music, and visuals.”
    • “The art style of the game, the gameplay, the plot, all of it was very nice.”
    • “Visuals are awesome!”
    • “The graphics are lower quality but colorful with an effective style.”
    • “It's very unoptimized even at low graphics and the lag will make you sick.”
    • “There are some graphic glitches that the devs could spend some time polishing, and a few bugs.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues and lag, particularly on lower-end systems. While some users with high-end hardware experience fewer problems, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, making it challenging to run smoothly even at low graphics settings.

    • “I use a gaming laptop and have not really noticed much in the way of performance issues that some people have commented about on the Steam forum.”
    • “However, do keep in mind it is horribly optimized and only runs on the best GPUs from 2011 and onward.”
    • “It's very unoptimized even at low graphics, and the lag will make you sick.”
    • “It is horribly unoptimized.”
    • “Some performance errors and brutal as all hell, but a great game.”
  • stability4 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous players reporting bugs that disrupt gameplay and require restarts. Many have noted graphical glitches and compatibility problems with newer hardware, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from overall enjoyment.

    • “Unfortunately, the bad ratings for buggy gameplay are valid. I encountered a bug that made me restart several minutes into the game, and honestly, the gameplay itself wasn't interesting enough to warrant starting over, so I quit pretty quickly.”
    • “It's very buggy, and the old engine doesn't work well with newer hardware.”
    • “There are some graphic glitches that the devs could spend some time polishing, and a few bugs, like the oracle speaking while the UI shows the courier's icon.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and polish, with many players expressing a strong appreciation for the soundtrack and even a desire to purchase it. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's refined and immersive experience.

    • “It's obvious a lot of love and care went into this game - every aspect is polished and refined, including but not limited to the voice acting, music, and visuals.”
    • “I like the visuals of Retrovirus and the music (would buy the soundtrack).”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a cast of amusing characters representing various computer sections, alongside entertaining spam emails that provide comic relief, despite some being overly exaggerated. The voice acting adds to the comedic experience, contributing to moments of genuine laughter throughout the gameplay.

    • “The cast of characters that represent different sections of the computer are interesting and frequently hilarious.”
    • “The humor found in the spam emails you find is too over the top to be funny, but they serve as nice breaks when you don't want to read about hackers getting in over their heads.”
    • “Voice acting is pretty decent... even funny at times.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, with comparisons to iconic titles like Tron 2.0 and Deus Ex, contributing to a unique and engaging experience. The variety of weapons further enhances this immersive environment, keeping gameplay fresh and exciting.

    • “The different weapons keep things fresh, and the atmosphere keeps immersion high.”
    • “Excellent atmosphere.”
    • “Great atmosphere, unlike anything I've seen since Tron 2.0 or Deus Ex.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy heavily relies on advertising, which may detract from the overall user experience. Players express concerns about the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, suggesting that it impacts gameplay enjoyment.

    • “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, with constant prompts to spend money.”
    • “It's frustrating to see that progress is heavily gated behind paywalls.”
    • “The game is riddled with ads, making it hard to enjoy the experience without interruptions.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find that while the game starts off engaging with innovative mechanics, it quickly devolves into a tedious grind as the novelty wears off, leading to a shallow overall experience.

    • “I was excited to play this game, and the initial opening offered a nice twist on FPS tropes, but after the novelty of six-axis shooting action wears thin, the shallow experience surfaces and it becomes tedious fast.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the story.”
    • “What started as a fun experience quickly turned into a chore, as the grinding mechanics overshadowed any enjoyment I had.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players find replayability in the game through the exploration of hidden gems, encouraging them to revisit the game to uncover all its secrets.

    • “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises that keep me coming back for more.”
    • “The different character choices and story paths make every run feel unique and fresh.”
    • “There is replay value in exploring to find all those hidden gems.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
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