Stargate Timekeepers

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Stargate Timekeepers is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Slitherine Ltd. and was released on July 21, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

Stargate: Timekeepers is a tactical game in which you lead a team of specialists through a story-driven campaign featuring an original narrative set in the Stargate SG-1 universe. Sneak a newly formed team behind enemy lines, use your characters’ unique skills, craft the perfect plan and defeat the Goa’uld threat. The game will launch in two parts, Season 1 Part 1 on January 23rd and Season 1 Par…

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Audience ScoreBased on 188 reviews

story16 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game captures the essence of the Stargate universe and is enjoyable for fans of the franchise.
Gameplay is reminiscent of classic stealth tactics games like Commandos and Shadow Tactics, providing engaging challenges.
The character abilities and interactions are well-designed, adding depth to the gameplay experience.

The controls are clunky and can be frustrating, making gameplay feel less polished.
The AI is often unresponsive or illogical, leading to immersion-breaking moments.
The game lacks significant content, with only half of the promised missions available at launch, leaving players wanting more.

story
184 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its connection to the Stargate lore and the episodic recap style between missions, while others criticize its lack of coherence and depth. Many feel that the missions do not effectively connect to one another, leading to a disjointed narrative experience, and express disappointment over the limited character choices and mission variety. Overall, while some players find enjoyment in the stealth mechanics and humor, others are left wanting a more immersive and engaging storyline.
- “And I'm super excited to see where the story is going next!”
- “Yes, there may be too few Stargate vibes which may be a bit disappointing for fans (and I'm a huge fan too), but it's a solid stealth tactic game with a good story and likable characters.”
- “The TV episode recap-style 'currently on...' cutscenes between missions are genius!”
- “The game does not even try to connect the missions together.”
- “You will see events happen in the lead up to each mission that didn't happen in the previous mission, you will get told of things that dictate why you are doing these things in this mission, and those things didn't actually happen.”
- “It's like they had seven different people design seven different story fragments and then tried to cut them together with ham-fisted exposition.”
gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily stealth-based, drawing comparisons to titles like "Shadow Tactics" and "Desperados," but it has received mixed reviews due to its loose mechanics and frustrating trial-and-error elements. While some players appreciate the strategic placement and timing of actions, others find the lack of depth and outdated mechanics off-putting, leading to a less engaging experience. Overall, the game may appeal to hardcore stealth enthusiasts, but it struggles to meet the expectations of those seeking more complex gameplay.
- “It's actually quite difficult and off-putting the first mission or two, but once you get the hang of it, it's not too bad and you kind of get into the flow of things, exploiting mechanics to your advantage like infinitely punching officers who are immune to knockdowns until a teammate can get over and stun them, lol.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay; placing characters and timing their actions for the best result is very pleasing.”
- “Gameplay is very good if you like stealth.”
- “My main criticism of the gameplay is there are a couple of aspects where it feels a little 'loose'.”
- “Frustrating, trial and error based gameplay that quickly becomes a chore.”
- “I feel like an idiot the first mission... the training mission I cannot beat... the mechanics suck and it isn't fun.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful art style and overall aesthetic that aligns with the source material, while others criticize the animations and dated graphical quality. Despite these shortcomings, many players note that the graphics are sufficient for the game's performance and that they do not detract significantly from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are seen as a positive aspect, albeit with room for improvement.
- “The graphics are a positive note.”
- “Graphically it looks quite good, controls work fine once you get a handle on it.”
- “The graphics are nice for the game and the world is nice.”
- “Graphics are pretty weak and animations a bit laughable; for example, the animation to kick something was... maybe the devs have never seen someone kick before?”
- “If there is one 'bad' thing about this game, it is the fact the graphics look a bit dated.”
- “The only 'bad' thing I have seen so far is, as said by others, the graphics; they are not the ultimate but they are enough.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, optimization for the game appears to be inconsistent; while some players with high-end graphics cards like the GeForce RTX 3080 experience stuttering and slow map generation, others report smooth performance without glitches. Additionally, issues such as stuttering cutscenes and persistent subtitles detract from the experience for some users.
- “As a positive, and probably related to weaker graphics, I've run into no performance issues.”
- “I didn't have time to try the demo, but performance is good, and I didn't see any stutters or glitches.”
- “I also would have thought my GeForce RTX 3080 would handle this game on high settings, but I experience stuttering and map generation slowness when I move across the map.”
- “Some other issues I noticed are stuttering cutscenes, subtitles still displaying after disabling them, and some actions just not functioning properly.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally good, with users reporting smooth performance and no significant stutters or glitches. However, some minor bugs, particularly related to enemy physics when thrown over ledges, have been noted.
- “When you throw an enemy over an ledge, the body glitches weirdly.”
- “Little buggy, but playable.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is well-received, particularly with moments like Harper's clumsiness, which aligns with the Stargate theme. While the comedic elements are enjoyable, they are noted to have little lasting impact on the overall narrative.
- “They didn't fail me when it comes to Stargate humor, like Harper being clumsy and ending up on the wrong ship.”
- “Humor was also great!”
- “However funny, it had no impact whatsoever later on.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and tiresome, leading to frustration after repeated attempts.
- “I attempted this about 3 times and it quickly became tedious and tiresome.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers consistently praise the atmosphere of the game, highlighting the stunning and immersive quality of each world. This attention to detail contributes significantly to the overall experience, enhancing player engagement and enjoyment.
- “The atmosphere of each world is just stunning.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that the puzzles and challenges are not sufficiently engaging or difficult to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “There is no replay value that I can see, and the puzzles and challenges you have aren't actually that challenging.”