Scourge Outbreak

64%
Game Brain Score Based on 116 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • 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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64%
Audience ScoreBased on 116 reviews
story13 positive mentions
stability7 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun co-op experience, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
  • The shooting mechanics and action sequences provide a satisfying gameplay experience, reminiscent of Gears of War.
  • Despite its flaws, the game has a certain charm and can be entertaining, especially when played casually.
  • Enemies are often bullet sponges, requiring excessive ammo to defeat, which can make combat feel tedious.
  • The AI for both teammates and enemies is poorly designed, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
  • The story and character development are generic and lack depth, making it hard to become invested in the narrative.
  • story53 mentions

    The story in the game has been widely criticized for being convoluted, generic, and poorly executed, often feeling like a mix of cliché elements and predictable twists. While some players appreciate attempts at character backstory and humor, many find the overall narrative lacking depth and coherence, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from the gameplay. Despite its potential, the story ultimately fails to engage players, leaving them more focused on combat than the plot itself.

    • “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 story is good too; they could have added a bit of background to each character, but the point of view you have differs with each character you play (there are flashbacks).”
    • “I can appreciate that they tried to make the story aspect compelling, and it wasn't too bad for a game like this.”
    • “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.”
  • gameplay31 mentions

    The gameplay is a cover-based shooter reminiscent of Gears of War, featuring a mix of action and cooperative elements. While some players appreciate the solid mechanics and character designs, many criticize the gameplay for being bland, repetitive, and plagued by AI issues, with a lack of unique features or engaging story integration. Overall, the experience is described as average, with potential that remains largely unfulfilled due to various gameplay flaws.

    • “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 on better story writing, level design, 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.”
    • “First of all, the art style is pretty cool, but the gameplay is boring as hell. It just feels like any other third-person shooter out there, the friendly AI are stupid when it comes to helping out in dire situations, and the cutscenes are dull; not only that, but the characters' mouths don't even move!”
  • graphics24 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 in comparison to other titles in the same genre. However, issues such as poor character animations and inconsistent quality detract from the overall visual appeal for some players.

    • “Graphics are pretty good, visuals are nice.”
    • “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.”
    • “Graphics suck too, the whole game sucks.”
  • stability8 mentions

    The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs and freezes, particularly in the cover system and AI behavior. While some users have experienced a relatively smooth gameplay without glitches, the overall consensus indicates that the game still requires further polish to enhance stability.

    • “I've beaten this game twice and I have seen no glitches whatsoever.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or bugs.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
    • “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, companion AI is still pretty much broken, some things need more polish.”
    • “I did notice that the settings are buggy but I'm sure they will iron it out.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its dramatic quality and effective timing, enhancing both combat and quieter moments. Reviewers generally rate it positively, with one giving it an 8/10, highlighting the soundtrack as a strong aspect of the overall experience.

    • “The music is proper dramatic; I like it: 8/10.”
    • “The soundtrack is really nice.”
    • “The music was good and always on cue for fights and quiet moments.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely derived from its unintentional comedy, including cringe-worthy moments and poor voice acting, which some players find amusing despite the overall convoluted story. However, the laughable animation quality and lackluster character development detract from the experience for others.

    • “Forget the bugs in the game; I'm too busy laughing at the unintentional comedy! 😅🕹️”
    • “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 the character sprinting, it's hilarious), it adds to the humor despite the characters being absolutely boring.”
  • character development2 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. However, the overall character design has been criticized as lacking quality.

    • “The character arcs are incredibly well-written, making each character feel unique and relatable as their stories unfold.”
    • “I love how the game allows you to shape the characters' personalities through your choices, leading to a more immersive experience.”
    • “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.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting that its intense gameplay and co-op campaign encourage multiple playthroughs. Many enjoy revisiting the game to apply new strategies and skills learned from previous runs.

    • “Pure action, straight to the point, co-op campaign, multiplayer 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.”
  • grinding1 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 rushing through encounters to reach objectives.

    • “When enemies keep coming and coming, after a while, it gets so tedious that you just start to run through the waves and try to reach the waypoint.”
    • “The grinding feels endless, and it often turns into a mindless chore rather than an engaging experience.”
    • “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, and it quickly becomes boring and unfulfilling.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users feeling that it is not a cash grab but still not worth the full price.

    • “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.”
    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, which detracts from the overall experience.”
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