TENET

Tenet is a fast-paced shooter where you are trapped underworld in a nightmarish arena, and the only key to survival is to stay within the light. Your skills will be put to the test as you blast, punch, and stomp your way through this gore infused gauntlet as you tear your foes limb to limb.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience, especially as the difficulty ramps up, providing a satisfying challenge.
It features online leaderboards and cosmetic customization options, adding depth and competition to the gameplay.
For a free game, it has decent production value with good audio and visuals, making it enjoyable despite some rough edges.

The graphics are often described as blurry and poorly optimized, making it difficult to see and understand the gameplay.
The gameplay can feel repetitive and mindless, especially in the early stages, leading to boredom for some players.
There is a lack of content and variety, with only one game mode available, which may limit long-term engagement.

gameplay
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for being shallow and lacking depth, with some reviewers likening it to a basic Unity project. While there are customization options and leaderboard competition, technical issues like map glitches and poor mechanics detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, some players still find enjoyment in the gameplay.
- “Not much depth to gameplay unless you want to unlock all the cosmetics or compete on leaderboards.”
- “So gameplay feels good!”
- “But it barely means anything if the core gameplay is so barren, and little more than a beginner's Unity game if you take the shininess away.”
- “This game was a broken, awful mess with map glitches that happened at random, a blur that made it so you could see a grand total of nothing, and gun mechanics that make Resident Evil 6 more appealing.”
- “Not much depth to the gameplay itself, although you can customize certain things; however, it's not a bad game.”
graphics
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The game's graphics receive mixed feedback, with some praising the audio and visuals for their production value, while others criticize the visuals as blurry and confusing, particularly on lower settings, which can hinder gameplay clarity.
- “On the plus side, this game had quite good audio and visuals, and it has some glimmers of production value.”
- “The graphics are a blurry mess (at least on minimum settings); you can hardly tell what's going on or know why you suddenly died.”
- “However, the visuals are kind of weird and can get blurry and confusing.”
story
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of premise and depth, with players noting that it offers no background narrative and simply places them in a flat environment with limited context. Overall, the storytelling aspect is seen as minimal and in need of significant improvement.
- “There isn't any premise or story; you start off with 3 lives on a map that is basically just a flat surface.”
- “The game could use some background story.”
stability
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Reviews on stability for the game are mixed; while some users report significant issues such as map glitches and visual problems, others praise its performance, noting that it runs smoothly with few bugs. Overall, the game's stability appears to vary widely among players.
- “For being an early access game, it runs great with hardly any bugs.”
- “The game is impressively stable, providing a smooth experience throughout.”
- “I've encountered very few issues, making the gameplay feel reliable and consistent.”
- “This game was a broken, awful mess with map glitches that happened at random, a blur effect that made it impossible to see anything, and gun mechanics that make Resident Evil 6 look appealing.”
- “The stability issues are unbearable; frequent crashes and lag make it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops and bugs that ruined the overall experience.”
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game has high system requirements and is criticized for poor optimization, resulting in a subpar performance experience, reflected in a low optimization score of 6.
- “The game has high system requirements and suffers from poor optimization.”
- “The optimization is lacking, resulting in a subpar gaming experience.”
- “Despite its potential, the game feels unpolished due to its optimization issues.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users rating it an 8 out of 10, indicating a strong sense of immersion and engagement within the game world. The maps contribute significantly to this atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.