Sixtieth Kilometer

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In "Sixtieth Kilometer," your train ride takes a dark turn when it stops and a pink fog appears, causing the death of a crew member. As Nicolay, the distraught train driver, you'll navigate tense situations, make decisions, and manage passengers while uncovering the truth behind the mysterious fog. Your choices will affect the story and the passengers' perception of you in this atmospheric adventure game. Also available on Google Play.

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Play Modes

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

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 401 reviews

story133 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The story is intriguing and keeps players engaged throughout the game.
The game offers a unique atmosphere and a compelling narrative that draws players in.
For its low price, the game provides decent entertainment value and has some interesting characters.

The English translation is poor, with many grammatical errors that can detract from the experience.
The quick-time events (QTEs) feel out of place and can lead to frustrating game overs.
The graphics are inconsistent, with a mix of low-resolution images and simplistic character designs.

story
311 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is generally described as intriguing and atmospheric, with a mix of interesting characters and a post-apocalyptic setting that keeps players engaged. However, many reviews highlight issues with poor English translations, continuity errors, and pacing problems that detract from the overall experience. While some players found the narrative compelling and worth exploring, others felt it fell short due to its execution and lack of depth in certain areas.
- “The game's eerie ambiance and mysterious storyline immerse players in a captivating journey filled with intrigue and suspense.”
- “The story, the characters, and this cool thing that every option you choose could change the story and the fate of some of the characters, it made it awesome.”
- “The story is great and probably deserves a Metro 2033-style 3D rendition.”
- “Mediocre story that was translated poorly, which is pseudo-philosophical and lacking in depth.”
- “I encountered continuity errors; for example, a character I killed was later addressed as living, which ultimately killed my interest in the story.”
- “Too many redundant poorly translated descriptions and too little story progression made it not worth my time to continue.”
music
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and emotional depth, while others criticize it for being sparse or relying on stock tracks. Many players appreciate the ambient and thematic compositions that fit the game's narrative, though there are calls for more diversity and better alignment with the game's mood. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally considered decent and atmospheric, it could benefit from additional variety and depth.
- “As far as apocalyptic stories go, it's actually pretty unique and the soundtrack is quite nice!”
- “Music is so sad and deep; the music of the game alone deserves recommendation.”
- “The atmosphere is very eerie and the music is nice; it fits the feel of the game.”
- “The game's soundtrack may be sparse, which could affect the overall immersion and atmosphere.”
- “Every track you hear in the game is stock music, but I have to hand it to the developer for picking some good ambient tracks that help set the mood for certain scenes. Other than that, there's not much to say about the sound design as there's only music playing throughout the game.”
- “There are a lot of times that the plot suggests suspense and thriller, but the music just doesn't match the mood, or even the opposite - the scene is calm, but the music is tense.”
graphics
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful artwork and immersive design, while others criticize the visuals as mediocre, outdated, or amateurish. Many users note a lack of cohesion in the art style, with a combination of low-resolution images and simple illustrations that detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the graphics in relation to the game's low price, suggesting that the visuals are acceptable for the cost.
- “🎨 Beautiful art and design. The game features beautiful artwork and design that enhance the immersive atmosphere and visual appeal.”
- “The graphics are pictures, but really well done and they capture the mood and dialogue very successfully.”
- “Very humble regarding the visuals, but it was made with creativity and good taste.”
- “The graphics are a mix of extremely low resolution images and simple illustrations.”
- “Graphics range from mediocre digital drawings to stock photos to some combination of the two, and there isn't much in the way of cohesion in the game's artistic style.”
- “It feels amateurish and cheap with graphics that are half scanned photographs, half cel-shaded cartoon art.”
atmosphere
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and haunting qualities, effectively enhancing the narrative and exploration experience. Players appreciate the beautiful art design and the tension created through sound, although some note that the sparse soundtrack may detract from overall immersion. Overall, the game successfully cultivates a unique and unsettling ambiance that keeps players engaged throughout the story.
- “The game has an atmosphere that keeps you to the end of the story.”
- “The atmosphere of the environment where the fantastic event has happened is described beautifully, which engages you with the story, and brings you to really sympathize with the characters and immerse in the event and the world.”
- “Atmospheric horror: the game excels at creating a tense, unsettling atmosphere through its sound design and detailed environments.”
- “The game's soundtrack may be sparse, which could affect the overall immersion and atmosphere.”
- “The plot is pretty original and applies a more desolate atmosphere akin to Soviet war movies and post-apocalyptic stories.”
- “While the atmosphere is strong, the graphics and textures can feel basic and outdated compared to other horror titles.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Sixtieth Kilometer" is characterized by its strong narrative and artistic craftsmanship, but it suffers from limited interactivity and a lack of engaging mechanics beyond exploration. While some players appreciate the immersive story and decision-making elements that affect character outcomes, others find the gameplay simplistic and reminiscent of web-based visual novels, with minimal combat and linear progression that may not satisfy those seeking more dynamic experiences. Overall, the game offers a captivating story but may leave players wanting more depth in gameplay mechanics.
- “From the haunting landscapes to the detailed environments, Sixtieth Kilometer showcases impressive artistic craftsmanship that adds depth to the narrative and gameplay.”
- “I'm not a big fan of visual novels and did not expect much from this game; however, I was surprised by how intriguing and immersive the gameplay could be.”
- “I'll be honest: I like the game mechanics and the theme of this game; it's also good that in-game choices do matter to the story because it makes this replayable.”
- “Some players may find the gameplay experience to be somewhat limited in terms of interactivity and engagement.”
- “While the exploration aspect is captivating, the lack of meaningful interactions or gameplay mechanics beyond exploration may leave some players wanting more depth.”
- “The game's linear nature may limit replayability for those who enjoy more open-world exploration or non-linear experiences.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely derived from its quirky storytelling and amusing translation errors, which some players find enhance the overall experience. While the narrative features entertaining moments, the comedic value is often tied to the game's mediocre translation, making it a hit-or-miss for those sensitive to such issues. Overall, players appreciate the lightheartedness and fun that the humor brings to the adventure.
- “Oleg and Nicholay go on a little adventure, sorry, I am still laughing while writing this! :'D XD :D:D:D”
- “Nice story, good storytelling, funny translation.”
- “I can get over the translation errors (which are actually funny from time to time and make the game a better experience in my opinion).”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally praised for being engaging and satisfying, with a well-tied ending. However, the simplistic character designs and lack of variation detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about the visual representation of the characters.
- “The story is quite engaging, character development is good, and the ending ties things up in a satisfying way.”
- “Fascinating story and good character development.”
- “Character designs are simplistic and they have very little variation.”
- “Poor character design.”
- “As someone mentioned in another review, the character designs really look like people from WikiHow.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is enhanced by meaningful in-game choices that impact the story, appealing to players who appreciate varied outcomes. However, its linear gameplay may deter those seeking more open-world exploration or non-linear experiences, potentially limiting its overall replay value.
- “I'll be honest: I like the game mechanics and the theme of this game; it's also good that in-game choices do matter to the story because it makes this replayable.”
- “The game lacks significant changes in subsequent playthroughs, making it feel repetitive after the first run.”
- “While the mechanics are solid, the limited variety in outcomes really diminishes the replayability factor.”
- “After completing the game once, I found little incentive to go back and play again due to the predictable story arcs.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its deeply emotional story and well-developed characters, evoking strong feelings such as sadness and concern, particularly during pivotal moments like character deaths. Many players found the experience profoundly moving, with some even expressing that it was the best game they've ever played.
- “Very emotional story; I had to cry. Best game ever, totally worth my 10 cents.”
- “The story and the characters are very well crafted. To be honest, some parts made me feel concerned, and I felt bad when some of the characters died.”
- “This game was emotional for me!”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received poor reviews, with users reporting significant frame drops and low performance, achieving only 165 fps at 1440p on a GTX 980, even when overclocked. Overall, it has been rated a disappointing 2 out of 10 for optimization.
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I love how the developers have focused on optimization; it really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The game's optimization is impressive, making it accessible to a wider range of players without sacrificing quality.”
- “Bad optimization; overall 165 fps with a lot of frame drops at 1440p on a GTX 980 (overclocked).”
- “Optimization: 2/10”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report stability issues, including a buggy time counter and various glitches, as well as misprints in both English and Russian translations.
- “The time counter is buggy; I already finished the game.”
- “There are some glitches and misprints in both the English and Russian translations.”