Station 5
- December 29, 2023
- Raynmakyr
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Station 5" is a puzzle-based indie game where players must navigate an underground subway system. Your goal is to reach "Station 5" by observing the specific order of items inside each arriving train to identify any anomalies and determine which train to take. Selecting a train with an anomaly will send you back to the start, while choosing the correct train without an anomaly will move you closer to your destination. Success requires keen observation and strategic decision-making.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique twist on the anomaly genre, providing a challenging and engaging experience.
- The graphics and sound design are impressive, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
- Many players find the game enjoyable and rewarding, especially those who appreciate meticulous observation and puzzle-solving.
- The pacing is slow, with long wait times for trains that disrupt the flow of gameplay.
- Players often feel frustrated by the high frequency of anomalies, which can lead to a sense of endless trial and error.
- The game lacks clear rewards for successfully identifying anomalies, making it feel punishing rather than rewarding.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its slow and unsatisfying mechanics, with players expressing frustration over the difficulty of achieving speedrun milestones, as evidenced by the lack of successful attempts. Overall, the game seems to hinder even experienced players, leading to a negative reception of its mechanics.
“Slow and unsatisfied gameplay mechanics.”
“The 15 minute speedrun achievement has so far been completed by exactly 0 people, which just shows how flawed the game mechanics are. Even skillful players familiar with observation games or speedrunners can't overcome the awful system.”
“Slow and unsatisfied gameplay mechanics.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their realism and visual appeal, with users noting that the optimization is commendable, allowing smooth performance even on mid-range hardware like the GTX 1650 mobile.
“Graphics look very nice and realistic!”
“Optimization is at a decent level - I'm playing on a GTX 1650 mobile, and there's nothing here in this scene to overload the graphics card.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The textures are bland and do not contribute to an immersive experience.”
“The overall visual presentation is underwhelming and fails to impress.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its eerie visuals, which effectively create a sense of fear and tension, making it feel like a compelling horror experience. The presence of unsettling NPCs further enhances this chilling ambiance, contributing to the overall sense of dread.
“The atmosphere of this game is amazing. I kept scaring myself because of how eerie it looks, and I can see how it would make an incredible horror game, especially with that NPC element. Just having her there freaked me out the most.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is consistently reported as poorly optimized, leading to performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
“The game is poorly optimized.”
“The game is poorly optimized.”
“The game is poorly optimized.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is noted for its intriguing plot, drawing comparisons to "exit 8," which suggests a compelling narrative that captures players' attention.
“The plot is interesting, something like 'Exit 8'.”
