System Override

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System Override is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Version 6 Games and was released on July 4, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

System Override is a first-person, single player heist game where you play as a hacker clearing a route through a variety of traps that block the way of your non-playable companion on the field. It requires a mix of careful planning and quick thinking as you look through security cameras to disable hazards, like laser tripwires and robotics, that lay just ahead.

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Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Creative and original concept that focuses on multitasking and providing hacker support for an NPC thief.
The game is free to play, demonstrating the developers' confidence in their work and providing value to players.
Works well on various VR systems and offers an immersive experience with a fun office environment.

Gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
Technical execution is mediocre, with graphics and overall polish that could be improved.
The game is too linear and lacks dynamic elements, making it feel limited in scope.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics in the game are described as passable and somewhat mediocre, with a technical execution that feels underwhelming, as if it was intended for VR but fell short. While the aesthetics are immersive and appropriate for the tasks, they do not meet the expectations for top-tier visuals, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Immersive, task-appropriate aesthetics.”
- “The game is also let down by a somewhat mediocre technical execution that feels a bit like it was intended for VR, but I guess the devs couldn't get that part working.”
- “The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Gameplay involves managing switches and dials from a static console to assist an NPC in stealing items, but it falls short of expectations as it lacks the engaging mechanics and high-quality visuals that players seek.
- “The game must match top-tier visuals with top-tier gameplay to be worth a gamer's time.”
- “Gameplay consists of operating a bunch of switches and dials from your static console to clear the path for your NPC buddy who will steal all the stuff.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews indicate that the game's story is functional across various VR systems, including Quest 2, Index, Meta Quest 3, and HTC Vive, but it lacks standout qualities in terms of visuals, gameplay, and audio. Overall, the narrative experience is described as satisfactory but not exceptional.