- May 3, 2024
- Sam, Sam, and Friends Studios
SYNC
63%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
gameplay, story
85% User Score 26 reviews
Platforms
About
Launch the SYNC protocol, where you are the ultimate weapon! Leap from foe to foe, commandeering different robotic synth’s abilities in a high-octane, first-person frenzy. Each enemy, a new synth for you to possess; every ability, your arsenal. Master the art of possession, and flip the pace of battle in a blink. As a Divergent AI, you are the embodiment of the SYNC protocol, designed to infiltr…









Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
music6 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
- The gameplay loop is engaging and features a unique 'sync' mechanic that encourages strategic thinking and experimentation with different enemy types.
- The art style is fresh and reminiscent of classic arcade games, while the music enhances the overall experience, making players feel like a sci-fi badass.
- Despite being a free proof of concept, the game shows great potential and has received praise for its solid FPS gameplay and innovative mechanics.
- The game currently feels unfinished, with only three enemy types that can lead to repetitive combat and a lack of variety in gameplay.
- Audio issues are prevalent, including poor sound mixing, loud and grating dialogue, and impactless weapon sounds, detracting from the overall experience.
- There are several quality-of-life issues, such as a lack of checkpoints, slow volume sliders, and a confusing settings menu that can frustrate players.
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay is praised for its solid first-person shooter mechanics and the innovative "sync" feature that allows players to switch between three unique enemy types, each with distinct abilities. This mechanic encourages frequent switching due to low ammo counts, enhancing the overall experience.
“I like the sync gameplay hook of possessing different robots.”
“The three enemy types (which are all playable through the sync mechanic) each have entirely unique play styles and abilities.”
“I love the mechanic of switching between the different player types, and I feel as though the low ammo count of each class promotes 'syncing' often.”
“Gameplay is really solid.”