Simulakros

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Simulakros is a single player action game. It was developed by Sirio Games and was released on October 10, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Enter a futuristic world of robots and advanced AI in Simulakros, a fast-paced third-person shooter with rogue-lite elements. The CORP seeks to develop the ultimate weapon: the Simulakros unit. It's up to you and a mysterious hacker to disrupt their plans, by turning their deadly combat androids against them. Can two people take down the world's biggest corporation?THIRD PERSON FAST-PACED SHOOTER…

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Single-Player

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features fast-paced and satisfying combat, with a unique combo system that encourages tactical gameplay.
Character design and abilities are distinct and enjoyable, providing a fun and engaging experience for players.
The developers are responsive and actively working on improvements, showing dedication to enhancing the game based on player feedback.

The game suffers from bugs and performance issues, including frame rate drops and unresponsive controls at times.
Boss encounters and enemy variety are criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The overall polish is lacking, with bland environments and limited upgrades that hinder build diversity and player progression.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
29%
21%
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and addictive, showcasing a solid design that captures the intended vibe and speed, despite some flaws attributed to the developer's inexperience. Players appreciate the impactful weapons and smooth mechanics, although some boss encounters lack depth and variety. Overall, the game offers a fun roguelike experience with a satisfying gameplay loop, enhanced by recent updates that improve performance and address some issues.
- “The developers understand how they want this gameplay to feel, and they succeed at it for the most part.”
- “A very simple but effective roguelike, with some fun variation in gameplay and a proper challenge.”
- “The weapons feel impactful, the gameplay is smooth, and the game is challenging (even has an easy mode).”
- “This is the sort of game where I feel the flaws betray inexperience with the developer, but the gameplay and design show that they 'get it'.”
- “If skill-based gameplay and airtight combat is what you wish, I would suggest Kill Knight instead.”
- “Did you guys take some of your gameplay after the old Warframe?”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics of the game are praised for their stunning visuals and unique cyberpunk aesthetic, creating an engaging experience that stands out in the action roguelike genre. However, some users noted issues with low polish, including pop-in textures and minor graphical bugs, which may be addressed in future updates. Overall, the visuals are impressive but could benefit from further refinement.
- “It combines fast-paced action with incredible visuals, delivering a truly engaging experience.”
- “With a little fine-tuning and balancing, Simulakros could be a real standout in the action roguelike genre this year, thanks to its silky smooth controls and super slick aesthetics.”
- “I'm an avid Warframe player, so the stunning Simulakros designs and the cool sci-fi visuals instantly caught my eye.”
- “It visually looks like something you'd see on the box for a graphics card or in a benchmark.”
- “Low polish is noticeable with pop-in textures, minimalistic lore fluff, and some text font/formatting designs that clash with the overall aesthetic of the game and its presentation.”
- “There are a few typos here and there, and the odd graphical bug; however, this is launch day and things tend to release and get a lot of playtesting all at once, so things can slip through the cracks.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with players experiencing significant FPS drops and unstable performance, particularly when exceeding 60 FPS. While some found the game playable at a capped frame rate, others reported bugs and fluctuating frame rates that hindered the overall experience, leading to a lack of recommendation until performance issues are addressed.
- “So something similar as this giving me fluctuating 110-120 FPS, up and down all over the place, tells me it needs a lot of optimization.”
- “Fun game, bought it at launch but very unstable and still a bit buggy. Guns refusing to shoot but skills still functioning; hopefully, some performance patches are on the way soon.”
- “I might have been able to be fine with it if there weren't bad performance issues, but as it stands currently, I don't recommend the game.”
- “The game could use more optimization, as I experienced annoying FPS drops when trying to run it above 60 FPS. However, when I limited it to 60, it was pretty smooth overall, and to be honest, that's fine with me.”
- “There is also an issue with optimization.”
- “Experiencing fluctuating frame rates between 110-120 FPS tells me the game needs a lot of optimization.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the original soundtrack and its contribution to the cyberpunk atmosphere. However, there are criticisms regarding sound design, particularly the muffled audio of enemies, which can hinder gameplay, though this issue was addressed in a subsequent patch. Overall, the gunplay and original score are highlighted as enjoyable elements.
- “Gunplay and the original soundtrack are enjoyable too.”
- “Play this with the Deadlink/First Descendant soundtrack to enhance the cyberpunk vibes.”
- “Sadly, I am stuck on the hack mission for the second time now; I hack all terminals and kill all remaining opponents, then I can't exit the room. The music keeps playing and the timer keeps running.”
- “- The sound design is horrible. Your android skills, guns, and the overall music are fine, but the enemies are muffled, silent, and barely hearable, which is a problem in a game that requires fast reaction time (fixed in patch 1.1).”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The story is described as minimal and lacking depth, serving more as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a focal point. While it is considered inoffensive and unobtrusive, some players have encountered frustrating gameplay issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The story is inoffensive and serves its purpose without being intrusive.”
- “The plot is simple and unobtrusive, allowing for a focus on gameplay.”
- “The narrative is minimal but priced incredibly fairly, making it a decent addition.”
- “A plot that is paper-thin and barely present, so it doesn't really get in your way either.”
- “Sadly, I am stuck on the hack mission for the second time now; I hack all terminals and kill all remaining opponents, then I can't exit the room. The music keeps playing and the timer keeps running.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's replayability is significantly enhanced by the diverse range of builds available, allowing players to experiment with various strategies and playstyles.
- “The neural connections massively increase its replay value, as there are tons of different kinds of builds you can try and run.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the variety of choices and paths available, making you want to dive back in for more.”
- “The game offers endless possibilities with its dynamic systems, ensuring that no two runs are ever the same.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features impressive character design, particularly with the three main androids, which are visually appealing and enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the fun gunplay that complements the character development, making for an engaging gameplay dynamic.
- “A nice little game with great character design and fun gunplay!”
- “Good character design; the three main androids you can impersonate are all quite cool looking.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for various bugs, including weapons failing to reload, enemies getting stuck, and characters turning invisible. Players have reported frequent freezes, particularly with the reboot perk, and issues with guns not firing while skills remain operational. Despite its fun gameplay, many users express hope for upcoming performance patches to address these stability concerns.
- “Weapons randomly stop reloading, enemies get stuck on a particular ramp and go haywire, character turns invisible randomly, the reboot perk freezes the game occasionally.”
- “Fun game bought it at launch but very unstable and still a bit buggy, guns refusing to shoot but skills still functioning. Hopefully, some performance patches are on the way soon.”