Subject A-119

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Subject A-119 is a single player casual shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Heekdevelopment and was released on June 9, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

You play as Subject A-119, the first successful experiment in a series of clones. You wake up unintentionally and you don't know who, what or where you are.

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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept with interesting puzzle mechanics and a variety of abilities that can be used to solve challenges.
The atmosphere, graphics, and music contribute positively to the overall experience, creating an engaging environment for players.
As a free game, it offers a decent amount of content and can be enjoyable for those who appreciate indie puzzle games.

Gameplay can feel tedious due to clunky controls, slow ability casting, and a lack of clear instructions, making puzzles frustrating at times.
The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs, optimization problems, and a lack of polish, which detracts from the overall experience.
The story is underdeveloped and lacks depth, leaving players feeling unfulfilled by the narrative and overall progression.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game's story is generally considered lackluster and unengaging, with many players feeling it lacks depth and polish. While there are some narrative elements tied to the gameplay, they often feel derivative and insufficient to hold players' interest, leading to a sense of emptiness in the overall experience.
- “First-person puzzle game, 100% storyline based achievements.”
- “Honestly, the game model feels more like an android rather than a clone, however, for the game's story I accepted that.”
- “Finally, there is some story behind all the testing you are doing, that you will find out in the end, along with a cool easter egg!”
- “There is also some story, but it did not grab my attention.”
- “Seems unfinished; needs more polishing on performance, tips, and UI. The in-game environment is nice, but it feels too empty. Again, no real story really, you just wander around solving puzzles until it finishes.”
- “What little story there is seems to be ripped out of other games, and there isn’t anything special about it.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay is criticized for its low-quality visuals and mediocre mechanics, with a slightly interesting premise overshadowed by poor execution. Players find the lack of a tutorial frustrating, and the inconsistent use of special abilities detracts from the overall experience, which primarily consists of puzzles and platforming.
- “The gameplay is made up of puzzles and platforming.”
- “Special abilities are not used consistently throughout gameplay.”
- “It featured asset flip tier minimalist low poly art and extremely mediocre gameplay.”
- “Slightly interesting premise, but the gameplay is terrible.”
- “No beginning tutorial causes gameplay to be extremely frustrating.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, showcasing a nice aesthetic thanks to the use of Unreal Engine, although some users experienced performance issues that could be mitigated by adjusting settings. While the visuals are appreciated, players emphasize that the focus remains on the engaging puzzles rather than the graphical fidelity.
- “The graphics are nice, seeing how it was built using the Unreal Engine.”
- “The graphics and atmosphere, along with the music, create an enjoyable experience.”
- “The game did seem to have a bit of trouble running, but turning down some settings will fix that. I like puzzle games for the puzzles, not the graphics.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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60%
The music in the game is generally considered fine, with some players expressing that it enhances the atmosphere. However, there are notable instances where the music does not match the gameplay context, creating a disconnect between the intended urgency and the actual situation. Overall, while the music has its moments of pleasant surprise, it often fails to align with the game's pacing.
- “Additionally, I was pleasantly surprised while playing by the music.”
- “The music doesn't seem to suit the situation well most of the time. For example, there was a level with no countdown or rush to complete, yet it had some sort of epic music playing that made it feel like I should be doing it as fast as I could.”
- “The music doesn't seem to suit the situation well most of the time. For example, there was a level with no countdown or rush to complete, yet it had some sort of epic music playing that made it feel like I should be doing it as fast as I could.”
- “The music is fine, and the voice acting is okay.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting poor performance, including low frame rates even on systems that meet or exceed minimum requirements. While the menus offer extensive options for performance tweaks, the overall experience feels unfinished and lacking polish, contributing to a sense of emptiness in the game world.
- “On a more technical aspect, the menus are quite thorough, having many options, especially for performance tweaks.”
- “Poor optimization: game runs at 30 fps with R9 290X 8GB.”
- “Sadly, though, it feels quite unoptimized, as while I was above the minimum requirements, I had low FPS.”
- “Seems unfinished; needs more polishing on performance, tips, and UI. The in-game environment is nice, but it feels too empty.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the graphics, music, and the engaging environment that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. The combination of superpowers and the immersive setting contribute to a fun and enjoyable gameplay experience, despite some minor glitches.
- “The graphics, atmosphere, and music create an immersive experience that enhances the gameplay.”
- “The combination of different superpowers and the puzzle-solving elements contribute to a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The hidden achievements add an extra layer of fun, making the atmosphere even more engaging.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly with certain puzzles, although the overall time to achieve all accomplishments is relatively short, taking only a couple of hours. Additionally, the fact that the game is free may mitigate some of the frustration associated with the grinding.
- “I may be harsh, as it takes only a couple of hours to achieve all the achievements (and, of course, this is a free game), but some puzzles are very tedious.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again just to progress, which quickly became frustrating.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers an engaging experience with its puzzle mechanics and superpower combinations, but players have reported encountering several glitches and bugs in certain areas, which can affect overall stability. Despite these issues, the graphics, atmosphere, and music have received positive feedback.
- “Game is buggy in certain areas.”