SickBrick

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SickBrick is a sci-fi first-person-shooter set on an alien planet slowly revealed across 11 striking maps. Wield five devastating weapons, from the Blaster to the Shock Rifle, against 16 deadly robotic enemies with custom animations, sounds, and weapons. Experience vivid graphics, physical-based rendering, and advanced tactical AI that can flank and dodge your attacks, all running at 4k resolution @ 60 FPS for DirectX 11 capable hardware. A retro synth wave soundtrack complements the action.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

52%

Audience ScoreBased on 144 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

optimization1 negative mentions

The game features fun and simple gameplay that can be enjoyable for a short playthrough.
Graphics and art style are colorful and appealing, reminiscent of classic FPS games.
The variety of weapons and the inclusion of tank sections add some interesting mechanics to the gameplay.

The game is very short, typically taking only 1-2 hours to complete, which may not justify the price.
Combat feels unbalanced with weak weapons and poor enemy AI, leading to a lack of challenge.
The game has been criticized for being a stolen project, with the original developer not receiving any compensation.

graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
60%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the retro style and polish, while others criticize them as dated and uninspired. Although there are mentions of glitches and basic textures, a few users find the visuals appealing and fitting for the game's atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are deemed acceptable for a small indie project, but they do not meet the standards of more recent titles.
- “The graphics of this game are really nicely polished and well presented for a retro style and feel to the game.”
- “I could recommend this game based on the visuals that look beautifully retro, combined with the drop-dead gorgeous artwork scattered throughout the game.”
- “Sickbrick is an action-packed sci-fi FPS with vivid graphics and fast, frantic gameplay.”
- “The graphics are poor, but the engine is stable and runs okay in 4K.”
- “All in all you will be a madman trying to find something worth praising about the graphics; it looks so ancient and dated.”
- “The graphics are bland and the game really feels like it was made by an inexperienced developer all on his own.”
story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
69%
13%
The game's story is largely criticized for being a low-quality, derivative narrative that lacks depth and originality, often compared unfavorably to titles like Portal. While some players appreciate the basic premise involving an AI and its tests on human subjects, many feel the execution is poor, with insufficient dialogue and a flat plot that fails to engage. Overall, the story is seen as a weak point, detracting from the gameplay experience despite some fun mechanics.
- “Very interesting first-person shooter with an even more interesting story.”
- “The story is a big plus to the game and has more to it than you would think at the beginning.”
- “As you go through the tests, you slowly unravel the story through log files of previous test subjects.”
- “The storyline itself is a lower quality sort of fan-made System Shock ripoff about an AI going rogue and making robots to take over.”
- “The way that the game tries to tell a story doesn't really work in my opinion, as the dialogue isn't presented enough for you to get pulled into the story.”
- “The plot was so flat and simple and didn't go anywhere.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
41%
13%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it fun and engaging, particularly appreciating its fast-paced FPS mechanics and vibrant graphics. However, others criticize the control fidelity and overall design as weak and lacking depth, leading to a somewhat bland experience. While it offers enjoyable moments and interesting mechanics, many suggest it falls short compared to other titles in the genre, making it more suitable for a budget purchase.
- “Sickbrick is an action-packed sci-fi FPS with vivid graphics and fast, frantic gameplay.”
- “Simple but solid gameplay giving a lot of fun, the game keeps us with you until the end (unfortunately it's short) and does not let you get bored.”
- “Fun gameplay, nice graphics, and it's cheap!”
- “Poor gameplay design.”
- “Movement is sluggish, gameplay is bland... I never died.”
- “As for gameplay, it is the most basic of FPS.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its fitting sci-fi themes and upbeat rock soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, while others criticize issues like abrupt volume changes and repetitive loops. Overall, many players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to set the atmosphere, though some find the sound effects lacking. Despite the criticisms, the music is often highlighted as a strong point that contributes positively to the game's appeal.
- “The music for this game is really nice, again fits perfectly well with the sci-fi genre as does it set the pacing of the gameplay as well.”
- “I could recommend the game for its rockin' soundtrack, with its punkish theme and upbeat tempos.”
- “The music really sets the atmosphere and pacing of the game, as does the retro graphics fit well with it too.”
- “The music stops and starts randomly with too high volume.”
- “The sound is pretty bad for both the sound effects and the music.”
- “The nail to negative review is that I wanted to restart the game to see if the health issue isn't some kind of glitch; well, the game is not starting anymore (black screen with music), avoid.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
92%
23%
The humor in the game is largely criticized for being unoriginal and poorly executed, with many players finding the dialogue cringeworthy and the attempts at comedy falling flat. While some appreciate the artistic illustrations and occasional amusing moments, the overall consensus is that the humor lacks depth and creativity, often relying on tired tropes and clichés. Players seeking a genuinely funny experience may be disappointed, as the humor feels more like a derivative imitation rather than a fresh take.
- “It's funny to play when you are bored.”
- “The giraffe is laughing at you, but why?”
- “It takes just over 1 hour to complete and I actually didn't get a chance to use the fifth weapon because a hilarious glitch used an enemy's destroyed frame to bounce me to the end of the level.”
- “The log files are literally the most low-effort writing that could have been put into this ('Diary of a Skeleton: Today I walked into a bathroom. Now I'm just going to sit here'), and the 'tests' are just being dumped into a room of non-threatening robots while a robotic voice talks and occasionally throws out some unfunny Reddit meme humor.”
- “The humor feels forced and lacks originality, relying on tired clichés that fail to elicit any genuine laughter.”
- “I expected clever jokes and witty dialogue, but instead, I was met with a series of awkward attempts at humor that fell flat.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization has been criticized for poor frame rates, particularly dropping below 20 FPS in the final level, and for visual issues like muzzle flashes obscuring enemy visibility. Additionally, uneven difficulty spikes detract from the experience, with the final boss fight being notably easy once the mechanics are understood.
- “Meh fps, your own muzzle flashes obscure your vision of the enemies. Horrible optimization leads to 20 and below framerates on the final level. Uneven difficulty puts the hardest area near the very beginning of the game, and the final boss fight is a joke once you figure out what you're actually supposed to shoot.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
The game's stability is generally praised for running smoothly with minimal glitches or crashes; however, some users report significant bugs and poor programming, suggesting that there are better alternatives in the old-school FPS genre.
- “The game runs smoothly and does not crash; there are nearly no glitches or bugs.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; it provides a seamless experience without interruptions.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive, allowing for hours of uninterrupted gameplay.”
- “It's buggy, poorly programmed, and there are much better 'old school FPS games' that you could be playing.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by the ability to transition between indoor and outdoor environments, providing a refreshing change that enriches the experience of engaging with the robotic enemies.
- “You can either be inside or outside, and it really creates a nice change of atmosphere when shooting those robots.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
- “The sound design and visuals work together to create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that draws you in.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users highlight that the game's replayability is significant, with various elements encouraging multiple playthroughs. Factors such as branching storylines, diverse character choices, and unlockable content contribute to a fresh experience each time. Overall, players find themselves drawn back for new adventures and discoveries.
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, which severely limits its replayability.”
- “Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The repetitive gameplay mechanics make it hard to find motivation for a second playthrough.”

45%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

SickBrick Review - Test Chamber
A decent shooter that's just way too short for the relatively high asking price.
Techraptor.net
45%

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