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Slave Zero

82%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
stability, replayability
82% User Score Based on 312 reviews

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In Slave Zero, pilot a massive mechanical beast and tear through a futuristic metropolis, completing missions and battling enemy forces to overthrow an oppressive regime. Choose from a variety of weapons and upgrades to customize your slave and wreak havoc on your enemies. Fight through intense levels of fast-paced action, utilizing aerial and ground combat to defeat bosses and save the city.

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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 312 reviews
story26 positive mentions
stability30 negative mentions
  • The game is a nostalgic blast from the past, offering fun gameplay and a unique setting as a giant mech in a cyberpunk city.
  • Despite its age, the game still holds up well with decent graphics and enjoyable mechanics, providing a solid run-and-gun experience.
  • The variety of weapons and destructible environments add to the fun, making it an entertaining experience for fans of old-school action games.
  • The Steam port is plagued with technical issues, including frequent crashes, misaligned crosshairs, and a lack of gamepad support.
  • Ammo scarcity in the late game can lead to frustrating encounters, especially during boss fights, making the gameplay feel unbalanced.
  • The game requires significant troubleshooting to run properly on modern systems, which can deter new players from enjoying the experience.
  • story
    86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is generally considered weak and serves primarily as a framework to connect the action-packed missions, with a generic plot centered around world domination. While some players appreciate the interesting setting and lore, many find the narrative underwhelming and poorly executed, often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and pacing. Overall, the game is more focused on delivering fast-paced action than on developing a compelling story.

    • “The setting and story/lore are very interesting.”
    • “Slave Zero has fast-paced gameplay, an interesting story, and 50-foot tall death robots.”
    • “The storyline leaves a bit to be desired, but the environments give the game a nice cyberpunk feel to it, the characters are decent, the voice acting was well done, and the enemies tend to put up a bit of a fight.”
    • “The story is there purely for story's sake — it is the glue that ties all the missions together.”
    • “Unfortunately, since the plot never really makes you feel invested in the characters, this grand revelation felt very underwhelming and anticlimactic.”
    • “An underground resistance known as the guardians stole one of those slaves and now it's up to you to merge body and mind with him and save everyone; the story is paper thin.”
  • graphics
    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game, released in 1999, are widely regarded as dated, with a nostalgic 90s sci-fi aesthetic that some players appreciate despite its limitations. While the visuals are colorful and evoke a gritty dystopian vibe, many users note issues with resolution options and graphical glitches, making it challenging to recommend for modern audiences. Overall, the graphics are seen as decent for their time, but players are advised to approach the game with the understanding that it may not meet contemporary standards.

    • “Sure, the graphics are very old, but the game is very colorful and full of pretty lights.”
    • “Not to mention the gritty '90s dystopian city aesthetics going on - I absolutely love it!”
    • “For its age, the graphics are not bad with good textures and well-hidden edges.”
    • “While you have some graphics options, they don't work; you're stuck at one resolution which is low and 4:3 stretched, so that's a big nope from me.”
    • “Good game that aged really badly; also, this Steam version has video awfully broken using a 3D library wrapper called nGlide, only for supporting bigger resolutions without proper aspect ratio gameplay.”
    • “Sadly, it will only work perfectly in Windows 98 with the specific graphic card it used at the time.”
  • gameplay
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Slave Zero" is characterized by fast-paced, arcade-style action that allows players to embody a giant biomechanical beast, engaging in destruction and combat against various enemies. While the core mechanics are solid and enjoyable, some players note that the gameplay can feel repetitive after the initial hours, and there are mechanical issues that detract from the experience. Overall, the game offers a fun and engaging experience, though it shows its age and may be better enjoyed at a discounted price.

    • “This game is pure action from the soundtrack to the actual gameplay.”
    • “Tight controls and exhaustive, yet refined shooting gameplay that will test your skills as a gamer.”
    • “It is the fast-paced, action-packed gameplay, one-of-a-kind atmosphere, amazingly intricate boss fights, and great atmospheric music that makes the game what it is.”
    • “I didn't understand half the dialogue because it was drowned out by the gameplay.”
    • “However, the gameplay really is just average.”
    • “It has some mechanical issues; setting it right can be a pain, and the story is worth a worm's ass.”
  • stability
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is notably problematic, with numerous users reporting significant bugs, glitches, and crashes that can hinder gameplay, particularly in later missions. While it runs well on modern systems like Windows 10, many players recommend using troubleshooting tools like dgvoodoo or nglide to mitigate issues, though these do not resolve all problems. Overall, while some players find the nostalgia factor outweighs the technical flaws, the game is generally considered a "buggy mess" that requires frequent quick saves and patience.

    • “The game still runs great on my three-year-old Windows 7 hardware.”
    • “Runs great on Windows 10, only problem I had was alt-tabbing won't reopen the game.”
    • “The game is also a bit of a buggy mess and requires dgvoodoo or nglide to work on modern systems, and that's not going to fix everything.”
    • “It's very fun to play; however, it's really buggy, and the glitches often make the levels frustrating to complete or even unplayable.”
    • “Some of the glitches I've seen so far: Slave Zero randomly glitches through walls, falling through the map, suddenly reverting from 3rd person to 1st person without changing settings, getting stuck when trying to get through doors, getting stuck on buildings (especially at the 'defend the base' level), cross-hair aim is pretty broken, lagging and glitching when jumping in water (especially running water in the sewers), suddenly teleporting around when jumping, and getting stuck on a black screen when exiting the game, thus forcing you to restart your computer.”
  • music
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic techno and metal soundtracks that enhance the fast-paced gameplay and atmosphere. However, some players noted issues with sound mixing, making dialogue difficult to follow, and described certain tracks as forgettable. Overall, while the soundtrack contributes positively to the experience, its execution varies across different versions of the game.

    • “I love the music, environment, and the level designs which are very simple but very fun.”
    • “This game is pure action from the soundtrack to the actual gameplay.”
    • “It is the fast-paced action packed gameplay, one of a kind atmosphere, amazingly intricate boss fights, and great atmospheric music that makes the game what it is.”
    • “It can be a good time, but the story is barely present, the sound mixing is awful making it very difficult to follow the villain's dialogue, and the soundtrack straddles the line between catchy and nails on a chalkboard.”
    • “Some dialogue gets cut off a bit too early, the music is pretty unmemorable save one or two tracks, and one of the guided missile weapons does not actually track due to resolution problems, but it can still be fired in a straight path like the others.”
    • “The first game I've bought for PC... the only bad thing is that I can only hear the sound of music and not the effect sound (SFX).”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a unique blend of fast-paced action, intricate boss fights, and atmospheric music, creating a captivating experience reminiscent of late 90s titles. Additionally, the presence of a creepy ambiance enhances the overall immersion, making it a standout feature for players.

    • “It is the fast-paced, action-packed gameplay, one-of-a-kind atmosphere, amazingly intricate boss fights, and great atmospheric music that makes the game what it is.”
    • “Regardless of how you get the game, you may just like the interesting mix of action, atmosphere, and fun that only a game from the late 90s can provide.”
    • “The game has a creepy atmosphere.”
    • “The game has a creepy atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been criticized for lacking replayability, with users noting that the multiplayer feature is non-functional, further diminishing the incentive to revisit the game.

    • “No replay value; multiplayer doesn't work.”
    • “No replay value; multiplayer doesn't work.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, reminiscing about their childhood experiences and the nostalgia evoked by elements like elevators and destructible cities, which remind them of being an EVA pilot. This sense of nostalgia enhances their overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.

  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is characterized by a linear and basic structure, yet it features a variety of detailed environments filled with advertisements and flashy commercials, enhancing the overall immersive experience.

  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is minimal, with reviewers noting a lack of intricate growth or meaningful interactions among characters. Players should not anticipate a deep exploration of character arcs or relationships.

    • “Don't expect any intricate character development, or any sort of interaction among the characters whatsoever.”
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