Section 8: Prejudice

Section 8: Prejudice, despite some occasionally loose gunplay, packs a rich and full FPS experience into a very affordable price. Consider it a must

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On the battlefield, prejudice takes many forms, knows no boundaries, and drives all conflict. In the distant future, humanity will call on its most fearless defenders to confront an emerging threat determined to eradicate all human life as we know it. Section 8: Prejudice is a sci-fi first-person shooter with dynamic combat, where every decision – from customizing equipment to activating team base…

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 610 reviews

story19 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game features a unique spawn system where players drop from orbit, adding excitement to the gameplay.
The AI bots are surprisingly competent, providing a challenging experience even in offline modes.
Section 8: Prejudice offers a variety of gameplay modes, including dynamic combat missions and customizable loadouts, making it a fun and engaging shooter.

The game relies on Games for Windows Live, which has been shut down, making it difficult to save progress and access online features.
The single-player campaign is short and lacks depth, making it feel more like a tutorial for the multiplayer experience.
The multiplayer community is nearly non-existent, leading to a lack of players and making it hard to find matches.

story
108 mentions
18 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The story in "Section 8: Prejudice" is generally viewed as generic and cliched, with many reviewers noting its predictability and lack of memorable moments. While some players found the single-player campaign enjoyable and a decent tutorial for multiplayer, it is often criticized for being short, simplistic, and featuring lackluster voice acting. Overall, the narrative does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, which is primarily driven by dynamic combat missions and multiplayer interactions.
- “The storyline is solid, and the voice acting is decent; it's a pleasant surprise to find a shooter with a decent single-player storyline these days.”
- “The story, while simple, is solid and a lot of fun.”
- “After playing the entire series on single-player, I would highly recommend this to my friends who are looking for a sci-fi shooter with an interesting approach to the 'I'm a guy in a heavy armored suit' type of shooter with an innovative take on some really awesome gunplay elements with stunning sci-fi backdrops, graphics, cool story, and plenty of action.”
- “The story is a huge improvement compared to the first game, in that you no longer have infinite spawns, so you can't really brute force all the way through this time.”
- “The story, however, is rather lackluster, and doesn't really have any memorable moments to it at all.”
- “I refuse to finish this game; the writing and voice acting is insultingly cliche; the story is predictable; the gameplay is okay but nothing worth writing home about; multiplayer might be okay but the single-player is worth skipping - it's just like the first Section 8 game.”
gameplay
68 mentions
50 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its solid mechanics and unique features, such as the power suit's abilities and dynamic combat missions that keep matches fresh. While some players find the initial experience a bit dull, the variety of weapons, tactical options, and engaging multiplayer elements contribute to a fun and replayable experience. However, issues like server problems and a lack of originality compared to other titles in the genre have been noted by some reviewers.
- “Then there is the repair tool, which, as already mentioned, adds a whole new dimension to the gameplay.”
- “Section 8 is a solid FPS, but the power suit adds unique game mechanics that really make the game shine.”
- “The gameplay mechanics remain mostly the same as the first game, meaning multiplayer is exactly the same.”
- “It's less than a 4-hour long campaign consisting of a cliché storyline and typical shooter mechanics, with boring enemy AI and poor game design as toppings.”
- “Games for Windows Live made this title unable to launch for me, so all my impressions are garnered from some gameplay footage on YouTube, which makes me give it a resounding 0/10 on account of the fact that it lacks the most important aspect of buying this game, i.e., me actually getting to play it.”
- “I refuse to finish this game; the writing and voice acting are insultingly cliché; the story is predictable; the gameplay is okay but nothing worth writing home about; multiplayer might be okay but the single-player is worth skipping - it's just like the first Section 8 game.”
graphics
34 mentions
56 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed reception. Many users praise the visuals as impressive and well-designed, particularly highlighting the art style and smooth performance, while others note that the graphics feel dated or generic, especially when compared to newer titles. Despite some criticisms, the game's aesthetic and graphical quality are often described as a strong point, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “Graphically, the game actually looks really nice.”
- “Very impressive little game, great graphics, art design and gunplay.”
- “Graphics are incredible (of course, this is expected of an Unreal Engine game) and the art style is impressive.”
- “Graphics are old; I don't mind, but someone may.”
- “Nothing to see in the graphics.”
- “It's a few years old, so as to be expected - mediocre graphics, tolerable only really on high settings, and repetitive in-game cutscenes for certain attacks.”
atmosphere
7 mentions
71 % positive mentions
-14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, featuring intense and immersive environments enhanced by excellent graphics and sound design. Players appreciate the detailed background elements in the single-player campaign and the lively, engaging atmosphere in multiplayer modes, which contribute to a satisfying overall experience. The combination of satisfying mechanics and a well-crafted atmosphere makes the game enjoyable even in offline modes.
- “Intense atmosphere, excellent control, and amazing graphics give the game the potential to become a successful FPS.”
- “In the single-player campaign, I noticed a lot of atmospheric background detail that I never really paid much attention to the first time.”
- “The graphics are nice, the sound is decent, the atmosphere is perfect... considering the low price.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion that I expected.”
- “The game’s environment is bland and fails to create any sense of tension or excitement.”
- “Despite the potential, the atmosphere is flat and doesn't engage the player as it should.”
replayability
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers significant replayability, particularly in its multiplayer modes, which provide depth and longevity. While the campaign lacks replay value, the available modes are enjoyable and can be played offline, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users express disappointment over the game's limitations due to external factors like service closures.
- “One of my most replayable games ever!!!”
- “Superb multiplayer game with thousands of hours worth of depth and replayability.”
- “While a lack of modes is sad, the ones that are there have great replay value.”
- “Superb multiplayer game with thousands of hours worth of depth and replayability... dead, struck down, ended never to be played again due to GFWL closure and corporate bungling.”
- “All modes are playable offline which also allows you to rank up and the AI is very solid.”
stability
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, particularly due to the problematic integration of Games for Windows Live (GFWL), which many users find difficult to install and troubleshoot, especially on Windows 10. Additionally, the campaign is described as short and buggy, contributing to an overall frustrating experience that leads some players to recommend against purchasing the game.
- “I tried installing, reinstalling, troubleshooting, and reading many help pages, but I still cannot get Games for Windows Live (GFWL) to work.”
- “Games for Windows Live (GFWL) is really buggy and tricky to get working, especially on Windows 10.”
- “I do not recommend this game as out of the 300-400 games I own, this is the only one that I could never get to work regardless of all the troubleshooting I have tried.”
humor
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from chaotic and absurd scenarios, such as players hilariously struggling to survive in slow armored vehicles while under fire from multiple enemies and turrets. The comedic elements are amplified by the ridiculousness of enemy players dropping into intense firefights, creating a blend of tension and laughter that many find enjoyable, despite some wishing for more serious gameplay elements. Overall, the humor is characterized as cheap yet entertaining, adding a lighthearted touch to the intense action.
- “You can imagine how hilarious it is to be driving a slow armored vehicle trying to stay alive while being shot at by 5 to 10 enemy players, plus any tanks that they may have bought and turrets along the way, while your team is trying to kill those shooting at you and also trying to replenish the vehicle's HP with their repair tool.”
- “Couldn't shoot for laughing as the whole enemy team continually dropped from orbit into the firing line of two mechs, three machine gun turrets, a missile turret, and a whole bunch of machine gun-wielding troops trying to steal each other's kills.”
- “Cheap and funny; I prefer more armor, but it's okay :)”
- “An unfunny way to confuse people, huh?”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
- “I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than funny.”
emotional
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some players appreciate the innovative technology that fosters a connection to the platform, others feel that the lackluster AI and uninspiring storyline detract from the overall emotional engagement.
- “The emotional depth of the story is lacking, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the emotional moments to be forced and unconvincing, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “While the game tries to evoke feelings, it ultimately falls flat and feels superficial.”
optimization
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, featuring great graphics and a simple gameplay experience with no learning curve. Players appreciate the well-executed pre-animated fatality moves, contributing to its appeal and growing user base.
- “It's an optimized game with a growing user base.”
- “Gameplay is simple with no learning curve, featuring great graphics that are very optimized.”
- “The game boasts an awesome set of pre-animated fatality moves, including knife and mech melee kills.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game are generally praised for enhancing the overall experience, with many users noting that they effectively complement the gameplay and atmosphere. The soundtrack is often described as engaging and memorable, contributing to the game's emotional depth. However, some players feel that certain sound effects could be improved for better immersion.
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that the game's monetization strategy may have been insufficient, as a lack of advertising likely contributed to its decline in player engagement and the eventual shutdown of online servers.
character development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is perceived as an attempt to emulate the Halo franchise, with characters exhibiting a "floaty" quality and a design aesthetic that mirrors Halo's iconic style, including weaponry and overall feel.
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with any of the protagonists.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me disengaged from their journeys.”
- “There is a noticeable absence of meaningful choices that impact character growth, which makes the experience feel linear and unfulfilling.”