Seeking Dawn
- July 12, 2018
- Multiverse
- 10h median play time
Somewhere on a distant planet you must fend off enemies both human and alien while trying to discover what happened to the previous team.
Get on Steam"Seeking Dawn" is a VR science fiction adventure game with a full-length campaign set on a hostile alien planet. Play solo or with others in online multiplayer to increase survival chances, and craft an arsenal of unique weapons and equipment. The game features a challenging campaign, robust multiplayer, and immersive visuals, but beware of bugs and grinding. Join the official Discord for updates: .
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features stunning graphics and immersive environments that create a captivating alien world.
- The gameplay includes enjoyable mechanics such as crafting, resource gathering, and combat, providing a mix of exploration and action.
- The game has a solid concept and offers a unique VR experience that many players find engaging and fun.
- The game suffers from performance issues, including low frame rates and graphical glitches, which can detract from the overall experience.
- Many players find the controls and user interface to be clunky and unintuitive, making navigation and gameplay frustrating at times.
- The game has been criticized for its lack of clear direction and guidance, leading to confusion about objectives and progression.
- graphics81 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals, detailed environments, and impressive art design, particularly in VR. However, some players report issues such as blurriness, jagged edges, and performance problems, suggesting that the graphics may not always match promotional materials. Overall, while the graphics are often highlighted as a strong point, they are accompanied by concerns about optimization and consistency.
“Awesome locations, impressive visuals and set pieces, and ran great on my 7700k and 2080, however definitely put this one on an SSD, load times between missions weren't awesome on my hard drive.”
“The graphics are superb with the harvest and portal animations outstanding.”
“I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for an incredible VR FPS experience with a mix between Empyrion and Subnautica! The visuals are stunning!”
“Disgusting and blurry graphics.”
“The graphics look nothing like the trailer; the attention to detail doesn't look anything like the trailer.”
“The only good thing about this game right now is the graphics, but even then, you still have weird graphic artifacts and issues when loading new sections of a map/level - it feels very early access and they need to really address all of these issues before having the audacity to charge such a high price.”
- story76 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it basic and unengaging, often describing it as linear and lacking depth. While some appreciate the immersive environments and potential for cooperative play, others criticize the weak voice acting and repetitive missions, leading to a sense of disappointment. Overall, the narrative is seen as a secondary aspect to the gameplay, with many suggesting that those seeking a strong story should look elsewhere.
“Good story, great voice acting, convincing reactions, intriguing mysteries on the plot!”
“I really enjoyed what this game had to offer; the story is a lot of fun to play along with someone else and it really is an experience to be had for anyone who can run it.”
“I have to say I think this is one of the better story-driven VR games I've played, about on par if not better than Sunshine Arizona.”
“The game seems very lackluster, finding resources is time-consuming and just boring; the story is barely there, and the combat just feels boring and uneventful.”
“This game has many issues; it's generally buggy and unpolished in many places, but the most glaring issue is a lack of character. The story, plot, and scenario are extremely cookie-cutter.”
“Everything about the game, whether it be graphics, gameplay, or story, ranges from bad to mediocre, and the game is not worth the significant price tag compared to similar games in its genre.”
- gameplay75 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience is highly variable, with some players enjoying the immersive environments, crafting systems, and cooperative elements, while others find it tedious and plagued by bugs. Many reviews highlight issues with clunky controls, repetitive mechanics, and a lack of clear direction, leading to frustration. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects, such as shooting and resource gathering, the gameplay often feels unrefined and can detract from the overall experience.
“This really is a great coop experience for someone looking for basic survival, base building, and linear progression gameplay.”
“The gameplay is unique and entertaining!”
“The gameplay is amazing and I love it.”
“It's just a lot of running around, occasionally shooting attackers. The eating/drinking mechanic is just a bit of a nuisance, and it's not clear how to proceed in the game.”
“The gameplay is also boring and buggy.”
“Overall, everything about the game, whether it be graphics, gameplay, or story, ranges from bad to mediocre, and the game is not worth the significant price tag compared to similar games in its genre.”
- optimization32 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, including low frame rates and graphical glitches, particularly on higher settings. While some users report smooth gameplay on specific systems, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization to fully realize its visual potential and enhance the overall experience. Overall, while the game shows promise, its current state is hampered by inconsistent performance and a need for polish.
“Great performance, I have witnessed no hiccups, no hangups or something like that.”
“It runs smoothly for me with the graphics set to high.”
“Performance is great on my system (GTX 1060 6GB with a Vive).”
“If it weren't for the really bad optimization (running 40 fps on an external 2070 super), this would be worth 100% of its price tag.”
“The game runs poorly; it needs significant optimization work.”
“All of this makes me want to continue playing, but this game needs major optimization.”
- stability18 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs and performance issues that hinder gameplay, making it often unplayable. While some players note that it has potential and runs well on high-end systems, the overall experience is marred by glitches, poor optimization, and a lack of polish, leading to frustration and a diminished sense of immersion.
“Runs great on my i7 3770k 3.5GHz system with a 1080 Ti.”
“Runs great on Mesa-ACO, stutter-free, yet has insane performance requirements with AMD lacking motion smoothing, probably due to bad optimization.”
“Extremely buggy to the point that it's unplayable for me at least.”
“There's no immersion because all you can see are shortcuts and glitches at every turn.”
“Great potential, but performance and graphical glitches encountered pulled me out of what is destined to be a great game.”
- grinding11 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often disrupting the flow of gameplay. While some enjoy the resource gathering and crafting mechanics, many feel that the repetitive nature of collecting materials and the reliance on processing times detracts from the overall experience. Despite these frustrations, there is recognition of the potential for improvement in future iterations of the game.
“It kills the momentum of the gameplay by adding a lot of tedious elements.”
“The resource gathering is crazy tedious, however.”
“On top of all this, it's a very short game; it took a little less than eight hours to reach the final level, and a good two hours of that time was grinding for materials to get upgraded enough gear to make the game playable, then at least a half hour spent in loading screens.”
- humor8 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find amusement in the game's bugs and the absurdity of multiplayer interactions, many criticize the overall comedic execution as lacking and unfunny. The repetitive music and weak gun mechanics detract from the experience, leading to a general sentiment that the humor does not justify the game's price. However, playing with friends can yield some laughs, particularly in co-op scenarios, making it a more enjoyable experience at a lower price point.
“Multiplayer did present some difficulties, but witnessing other players often presented very odd yet hilarious portrayals of in-game avatars dancing in midair.”
“The best part about this game is laughing with your friends in co-op at how big of a turd this game is.”
“Funny for me, try it, I don't know any other one but I like it.”
“This is stupid; it's not funny at all. Being stuck in a box for 45 seconds isn't enjoyable.”
“The music for all enemies is the same, which makes it feel repetitive and dull.”
“The gun sounds weak, and the slow bullets are lame. The lack of reloading gives it no sense of investment.”
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its strong, immersive qualities and impressive graphics, effectively drawing players into its world. However, some users feel that it falls short of the expectations set by its trailers and lacks the motivation to keep players engaged. Overall, while the atmosphere is highlighted as a standout feature, there are mixed opinions regarding its consistency and impact throughout the gameplay.
“The game has great atmosphere and really draws you into another world, which is what I love but miss in recent games.”
“Great atmosphere/scenery graphics 9.5/10; the art and model team for the game did an awesome job.”
“As great as the trailer may look, the game itself does not manage to build the necessary atmosphere to motivate the player enough to keep on playing.”
“+ strong, eerie atmosphere that makes you doubt your surroundings.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with players criticizing the repetitive enemy themes and the lack of variety, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, issues such as the combat music getting stuck in an endless loop and inconsistent audio cues during gameplay have further frustrated users, leading to a perception that the sound design lacks investment and polish.
“The music in the game creates an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
“The battle music adds an exciting layer of tension, keeping players on their toes.”
“Sometimes combat music likes to get stuck on an endless loop until you restart.”
“Sometimes the battle music starts and stops, making you look and search for whatever is coming, but not.”
“The music for all enemies is the same; I'd rather not have any.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for its misleading advertisements, which do not accurately represent the actual gameplay experience. Players feel that the promotional content creates false expectations, leading to disappointment upon purchase.
“Just to start off, this is nowhere near the same game we see in the advertisement video. In the video, it looks good, it looks fun; that's why my friend and I bought it, but do not expect what you see in the video.”
“I feel that the ads they show are not an accurate representation of the game.”
“I understand that other people may like the game and that's great, but it doesn't change the fact that the ads were very misleading.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional experience of the game to be overwhelmingly negative, describing it as "heartbreaking" due to frustrating gameplay mechanics that lead to constant mistakes and visual strain. The combination of disorienting visuals and challenging controls contributes to a sense of discomfort and illness, detracting from any potential emotional engagement.
“Heartbreaking to play.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews suggest that the replayability of the game is limited, primarily due to poor mechanics, such as ineffective gun angles, which detract from the overall experience.
