Scourge Outbreak

48%
Game Brain Score Based on 233 reviews
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  • graphics
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A needless, shoddily made gun-fest in which the guns aren't all that fun. In fact, none of it is.
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In "Scourge Outbreak," players join the elite special forces unit known as the Tarnarion and fight against an alien invasion. The team must use advanced weaponry and team-based tactics to strategic locations and complete objectives. The game features intense co-op action and a rich, cinematic storyline with a dramatic twist.

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48%
Audience ScoreBased on 233 reviews
story26 positive mentions
stability14 negative mentions
  • Fun co-op gameplay that can lead to chaotic and entertaining experiences with friends.
  • Decent graphics and solid controls, making it enjoyable for casual gamers.
  • Offers a nostalgic feel for fans of Gears of War and Mass Effect, with a mix of action and humor.
  • Enemies are often bullet sponges, requiring excessive ammo to defeat, which can lead to frustration.
  • AI teammates are poorly designed, often failing to assist effectively during combat.
  • The story is generic and poorly executed, with many players finding it unengaging and predictable.
  • story106 mentions

    The story of the game is widely criticized for being convoluted, generic, and poorly executed, often compared to a mix of a soap opera and a middle school play. While some players appreciate attempts at character backstory and humor, many find the plot predictable and lacking depth, with significant issues in voice acting and dialogue delivery. Overall, the narrative fails to engage players, overshadowed by repetitive gameplay and a lack of meaningful storytelling.

    • “The mechanics are solid, the guns have impact, the enemies are mostly intelligent, and the story is a bit more than the usual space marine narrative.”
    • “The best part is the way they added a lot of little story moments which make the playable characters a lot more fleshed out.”
    • “The combat is reminiscent of the Mass Effect series (combination of gunplay and cooldown-based powers) and it tells an interesting story, but never lets the story get in the way of the game.”
    • “The story is a convoluted mess, but has some really funny cringe moments and terrible voice acting.”
    • “The gameplay is boring as hell, it's just mob after mob of enemies, kill them and move on to the next zone, the story is so dull that no one gives a crap what's going on and just focuses on killing the same BS over and over again.”
    • “The story is overly generic, none of the guns are satisfying to use, and the game is obviously a PC port, in the most pejorative sense of the phrase.”
  • gameplay62 mentions

    The gameplay is a cover-based shooter reminiscent of Gears of War, featuring solid mechanics and a straightforward action-oriented approach. However, many players find it painfully average, citing issues like weak weapon feel, clumsy squad mechanics, and a lack of engaging story elements that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the graphics and character designs, the repetitive nature of combat and uninspired AI contribute to a sense of blandness in the gameplay.

    • “Very good game, one of the best third-person shooters, excellent graphics with solid gameplay, a bit off on the voice acting and lip sync but I don't mind.”
    • “The gameplay is pretty straightforward: choose one of the 4 characters, use a tutorial if you need and get some backstory (nice addition), then run into action with your fellow heavily armored buddies, receiving mission updates along the way.”
    • “Pure action, straight to the point, co-op campaign, multi-player mode... what I like the most is its intense gameplay and replayability.”
    • “Painfully average, they had a lot of potential if they spent some time in better story writing, level designing, and optimizing the fighting mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay is boring as hell; it's just mob after mob of enemies, kill them and move on to the next zone. The story is so dull that no one cares what's going on and just focuses on killing the same stuff over and over again.”
    • “The squad mechanic is a joke, weapons feel weak, and it overall just sucks.”
  • graphics48 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that they appear outdated and reminiscent of earlier gaming eras, while others appreciate the visuals as decent or even impressive for a lower-end PC. Many comments highlight that while the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they are serviceable and contribute positively to the overall experience, especially for a budget title. However, issues such as poor character animations and inconsistent quality in textures detract from the overall visual appeal for some players.

    • “Very good game, one of the best third-person shooters, excellent graphics with solid gameplay, a bit off on the voice acting and lip sync but I don't mind.”
    • “First thing you'll notice is the graphics are great, on par or even better than a lot of $40-$60 games in the same genre.”
    • “The game looks awesome and I don't even have that good of a computer (I have an i5-4200U CPU and integrated graphics, so if you have a good rig with a good video card this game is gonna look gorgeous).”
    • “The graphics may look dated.”
    • “As a modern shooter, it still doesn't hit the target in terms of graphics and the controls can be very unwieldy indeed.”
    • “In terms of graphics, I also found it boring.”
  • stability16 mentions

    The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs, freezes, and issues with the cover system and AI. While some users have experienced no glitches after multiple playthroughs, the overall consensus indicates that the game still requires further polish to enhance its stability.

    • “I've beaten this game twice and I have seen no glitches whatsoever.”
    • “I've beaten this game twice and I have seen no glitches whatsoever.”
    • “I've played this game for only an hour and already had multiple freezes that forced me to force quit the game.”
    • “Well, occasionally buggy, the cover system sometimes does not work as it's supposed to, and the companion AI needs more polish.”
    • “I did notice that the settings are buggy, but I'm sure they will iron it out.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its dramatic quality and well-timed cues, enhancing both combat and quieter moments. Reviewers consistently rate it positively, with scores around 8/10, highlighting it as a strong complement to the gameplay.

    • “The music was good and always on cue for fights and quiet moments.”
    • “I like the gameplay, and then the music.”
    • “And nice soundtrack.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely derived from unintentional comedy, with players finding amusement in cringe-worthy moments, poor voice acting, and laughable animation quality. While the convoluted story and dull characters detract from the experience, the game's flaws often lead to unexpected laughter.

    • “Forget the bugs in the game; I'm too busy laughing at the unintentional comedy! 😅🕹ī¸â€
    • “The story is a convoluted mess, but it has some really funny cringe moments and terrible voice acting.”
    • “When the animation quality is laughable (just look at Amp sprinting, it's hilarious), it doesn't help that the characters are absolutely boring as well.”
  • character development4 mentions

    Character development in the game is minimal, primarily conveyed through flashbacks that encourage multiple playthroughs to uncover the full backstories of the four playable characters. While this approach adds depth, the overall character design has been criticized as lacking appeal.

    • “There's a touch of character development, delivered in flashbacks, throughout the campaign - which is kind of neat considering it encourages multiple playthroughs to learn the true background of all four playable characters.”
    • “The environments are akin to that of many 4-player co-op games I've played, like Borderlands 1 & 2, and the character design is just... awful.”
    • “There's a touch of character development, delivered in flashbacks, throughout the campaign - which is kind of neat considering it begs multiple playthroughs to learn the true background of all four playable characters.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting that the intense gameplay and co-op multiplayer modes encourage them to revisit the experience after completing it, utilizing the skills they've acquired.

    • “Pure action, straight to the point, co-op campaign, multi-player mode... what I like the most is its intense gameplay and replayability.”
    • “High replayability: once you beat the game, you'll love to replay it with what you have learned.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as the relentless waves of enemies lead to a repetitive experience where they often resort to simply rushing past foes to reach objectives.

    • “When enemies keep coming and coming, it gets so tedious that you just start to run through the wave and try to reach the waypoint.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users feeling that it is not a cash grab but still not worth the full price. Overall, there is a sentiment that the game may be better valued at a lower price point.

    • “All in all, I really can't recommend this at full price, which is a shame because I believe this is not a cash grab.”
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