Sentience

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Sentience is a single player and multiplayer survival survival game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Red Meat Games and was released on March 25, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Sentience is a multiplayer stealth game in a sci-fi cyberpunk dystopian Earth. Take on the role of a Sentinel to quell resistance, or become a newly-sentient Rogue to complete tasks and take down the system.

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Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

Sentience offers a unique and immersive VR experience with a captivating story and engaging gameplay mechanics, particularly the ability to scan the thoughts of suspects.
The game features beautiful graphics and a well-crafted atmosphere that enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable to explore its environments.
Playing with friends adds a lot of fun to the game, and the lack of pay-to-win mechanics is a refreshing aspect for a free-to-play title.

The player base is extremely low, making it difficult to find matches, and the game often feels empty without a larger community.
There are significant issues with the game's mechanics, including a lack of variety in gameplay and some bugs that hinder the experience.
The monetization model is criticized for locking essential features behind a paywall, which can be frustrating for players wanting to enjoy the game with friends.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
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The gameplay is primarily designed for multiplayer interactions, offering smooth mechanics and a variety of engaging environments to explore with friends. While the overall experience is enjoyable and balanced, some users noted bugs in single-player modes and a desire for longer gameplay sessions. The absence of pay-to-win elements and a focus on cosmetic monetization are seen as positive aspects, contributing to a promising foundation for future improvements.
- “Smooth and straightforward gameplay.”
- “For the few hours I've played with friends, we've explored multiple beautifully designed environments and a wide range of fun and intuitive game mechanics.”
- “Amazing revolutionary gameplay, paired with an emotional and immersive story.”
- “The game can only be played with other people; only with them can you use the game mechanics correctly.”
- “Singleplayer practice mode is buggy, and as a rogue, hacking the consoles sometimes bugs out, stopping gameplay. Restarts are needed to be able to play the level.”
- “What got to me so far was the 3-minute queue time for 2 minutes of gameplay. I'd like to see them make the sessions longer, like 3 maps in one session.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
89%
33%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users praising the clean aesthetic, smooth controls, and appealing visuals, especially for its price point. However, some critiques highlight that while the graphics are cool and future-oriented, they can feel low poly and uninspiring compared to higher-end titles. Overall, the game shows promise with its visual design and potential for improvement as it continues in early access.
- “Great graphics, smooth controls, highly recommended!”
- “For a game of this price, it has great graphics, awesome refresh rate, and overall it runs extremely smoothly.”
- “Music and graphics are great, and the gameplay concepts are interesting and deeper than first expected.”
- “While the visuals seem okay, they are a bit low poly and really uninspiring compared to premium freemium PvP games.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail and polish expected from modern titles.”
- “Character models are bland and environments lack any real depth or creativity.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game stands out for its lack of ads and a non-predatory monetization model, allowing players to earn in-game currency without a pay-to-win structure. However, it has faced criticism for some aggressive monetization tactics, which may have contributed to its decline in popularity. Overall, while it avoids traditional ad placements, concerns about monetization schemes persist.
- “It has no ads, which is rare for a free-to-play game. It doesn't force a pay-to-win model and allows players to actually earn currency in-game.”
- “No ads.”
- “Part of the reason for the game failing was predatory, pay-to-play, feature gating monetization.”
- “The game is absolutely infested with nasty monetization schemes.”
- “Not to mention some advertisements because the player base is really small.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it enjoyable and relaxing, though some note that it can be repetitive. Overall, it complements the game's graphics and gameplay, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- “The music is bopping.”
- “Music and graphics are great, and the gameplay concepts are interesting and deeper than first expected.”
- “The soundtrack is a tad repetitive; hopefully they add some better sound effects and more music.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is characterized by a powerful moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, complemented by an emotional and immersive narrative. However, some players criticize the developers for neglecting single-player content and storytelling in favor of PvP elements, leading to a lack of depth and engagement after completing missions. Overall, while the gameplay is praised, the storytelling and character development are seen as underdeveloped.
- “Moral of the story, you never know what life holds in store for you, and if I would have given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Amazing revolutionary gameplay, paired with an emotional and immersive story.”
- “Nothing happens after you complete your mission as a rogue.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits stability issues, particularly with buggy physics and objectives that can disrupt gameplay. Players have reported problems in single-player practice mode and with certain character abilities, often necessitating restarts to continue playing.
- “The graphics are pretty cool and futuristic, but the game physics and objectives can be a bit buggy.”
- “The single-player practice mode is buggy, and as a rogue, hacking the consoles sometimes glitches, stopping gameplay. Restarts are needed to continue playing the level.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a revolutionary gameplay experience that is complemented by an emotional and immersive narrative, enhancing the overall impact on players.
- “Amazing revolutionary gameplay, paired with an emotional and immersive story.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a compelling robotic theme that enhances the overall experience, creating an engaging and immersive environment for players.
- “The robotic atmosphere is great.”