The Headliners

92%
Game Brain Score Based on 650 reviews
  • humor
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In "The Headliners" , you and your team of 1-4 journalists investigate mysterious creatures attacking New York. Armed with cameras, you explore dangerous environments, take photos of destruction and alien invaders, and hope your shots make headlines to earn more press cards and continue your journey. Each expedition uses one press card, and only headline-worthy photos ensure your survival.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

92%
Audience ScoreBased on 650 reviews
humor95 positive mentions
stability11 negative mentions
  • The game is incredibly entertaining and provides a lot of laughs, especially when playing with friends.
  • The atmosphere is immersive, and the audio design adds to the chilling experience.
  • The concept of taking selfies in a chaotic environment with monsters is unique and engaging.
  • The game suffers from various bugs and performance issues, including lag and microphone problems.
  • There is a lack of graphics settings, which can hinder performance on lower-end devices.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive after a few rounds, and there is a need for more content and variety.
  • humor95 mentions

    The humor in this game is widely praised for its creativity and ability to generate laughter, especially when played with friends. Players enjoy the chaotic and wacky scenarios, often leading to hilarious deaths and funny moments that enhance the overall experience. The balance of humor and horror, along with engaging gameplay mechanics, makes it a standout choice for those seeking a fun and entertaining multiplayer experience.

    • “This game is wacky, funny, and a blast with friends and strangers alike.”
    • “There are few things more humorous than telling your buddy to pose, and watching them being eviscerated by an alien, but you get the shot, and it's on the front page, man.”
    • “It's chaotic, hilarious, and endlessly entertaining, with just the right amount of scares to keep you on your toes.”
  • gameplay34 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its engaging mechanics and fun multiplayer experience, reminiscent of titles like "Phasmophobia." However, players note that certain mechanics, such as ladder interactions, need improvement, and there is a desire for more content and optimization options. Overall, while the core gameplay loop is enjoyable and offers surprises, some aspects feel underdeveloped, leaving room for future enhancements.

    • “Great game with friends, love the monsters and mechanics, thank you devs!!!!”
    • “The gameplay masterfully blends creativity and survival, rewarding daring and well-timed shots.”
    • “I quite enjoyed the learning of the game mechanics where you are sure to get a few surprises along the way.”
    • “Ladder mechanics are terrible.”
    • “Unavoidable deaths to things you don't see is not good gameplay.”
    • “The game lacks potential, and its gameplay feels stale and repetitive.”
  • graphics22 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many users praising the overall quality and design, particularly of character models and monsters. However, there is a significant demand for more graphics settings to accommodate lower-end systems, as players report performance issues and a lack of optimization across different maps. While some find the visuals stunning, others feel that the absence of adjustable settings detracts from the experience, especially for those with less powerful hardware.

    • “The graphics are gorgeous, like, seriously, these monster designs are stunning.”
    • “Ran into very few bugs and the graphics looked amazing!”
    • “The graphics are pretty good, the character models are silly with the facial expressions they can have, and the monsters are cool.”
    • “I have a GTX 1050 which is just under the minimum specs, but with these graphics, the game should be running much better.”
    • “The lack of some graphical settings is a bit less enticing for people with a lower-end system, such as one of my friends, but these are all things which can be fixed and added in time, I'm sure.”
    • “Ladders are a pain to get off of in certain maps, maps are not optimized graphically; one is fluid, the next one is choppy and laggy.”
  • optimization15 mentions

    Overall, players acknowledge that the game is still in early development, which justifies some performance issues, but many express a strong desire for improved optimization. Specific problems include significant frame drops, particularly with certain bosses like the tornado, and inconsistent graphical performance across different maps. While the game shows promise and is enjoyable, the current optimization challenges hinder the overall experience.

    • “The game seems fun, I've enjoyed it, but I just wish it was more optimized; not a lot of settings, and the game then gets frame drops.”
    • “Still a long way to go for optimization, but it's well worth playing already.”
    • “Enemy variety is there, gameplay is there, the game is well optimized, sound fits the art style well.”
    • “Its still very early in development so bad performance can be excused, but I really hope the developers work on optimization very soon.”
    • “And holy cow it absolutely tanks performance the moment it spawns into a scenario.”
    • “Cannot recommend, so badly optimized, I get stuck in a corner or my movement is taken away from me... it'll chug like hell too.”
  • stability13 mentions

    The game is currently experiencing significant stability issues, with numerous bugs, crashes, and glitches reported by users. While many acknowledge the potential of the game and express optimism about future updates from the developers, the overall consensus is that it requires substantial fixes and improvements, particularly in graphics and audio settings.

    • “It runs great and plays great from day one. I can't wait to see what happens in a week or even a month.”
    • “Buggy as hell; can't see anyone's pictures, voice chat barely ever works, and there are next to no audio settings. Good concept, but it needs a lot of fixing.”
    • “Game freezes randomly, crashes, doors disappear, and the cameras will disappear when you load into the map.”
    • “What a buggy mess right now!”
  • story10 mentions

    The story aspect of the game received mixed reviews, with some players expressing a desire for more depth and variety, such as additional quests and missions to enhance gameplay and income opportunities. While there are intriguing elements, like monster lore and intense encounters, the overall narrative experience is seen as lacking, leading to a score of 5/10. Players wish for more customization and diverse content to enrich the storytelling experience.

    • “Coming up close, I soon discover it was a squad of soldiers engaging the 13+ story horror behind me.”
    • “Watched my co-worker get eaten by a 3 story tall velociraptor and got paid for it 10/10.”
    • “Story: 5/10 (monster lore in press hub and news building)”
    • “The story?”
    • “Wish there was quests or missions to earn income outside reaching the goal.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is described as chilling and immersive, with a blend of eerie environments and grotesque creatures that create a tense experience. Players appreciate the fun and excitement of exploring the atmosphere, although some moments may feel empty without monsters present. Overall, the game successfully evokes a sense of dread and excitement, reminiscent of films like Cloverfield.

    • “The eerie city and grotesque creatures create a tense, immersive atmosphere.”
    • “Exciting game to play with your friends, the atmosphere is chilling and the mechanics are well built.”
    • “The atmosphere is crazy and the audio is chilling.”
    • “It really gives vibes of Lethal Company and content warning while still managing to create its own atmosphere.”
    • “Very Cloverfield-inspired atmosphere.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is currently viewed as limited, with some players expressing hope for future content and balance changes to enhance it. However, its unique concept and emphasis on capturing moments contribute to a sense of infinite replayability, particularly within the co-op horror genre. While there is potential for improvement, the game's initial offering is considered worthwhile for its price.

    • “The game was only released days ago, so I have hope in the devs to improve the game and make more content, maps, and balance changes so that the game has a high replayability in the future.”
    • “I can't say how it will stand the test of time in terms of replay value, but it is so worth it for the price.”
    • “Another great addition to the co-op horror genre, the emphasis on capturing moments really makes the game infinitely replayable.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find grinding enjoyable when done with friends, but it can become tedious after a few hours, especially due to the lack of a meaningful leveling system that would make the effort feel rewarding.

    • “It's good with friends, but it does become a bit tedious after a few hours.”
    • “Tedious with no real leveling system to make it worthwhile.”
  • music2 mentions

    Users express a desire for more comprehensive audio controls in the game, specifically requesting individual volume sliders for music, sound effects, ambiance, and player microphones. The current lack of these features is seen as a significant oversight, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The music in the game is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
    • “I love how the soundtrack sets the mood and immerses you in the game world.”
    • “The variety of music tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
    • “I would like to see individual volume sliders for SFX, music, ambiance, and for each person in your group.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is described as deeply heartbreaking, evoking strong feelings and resonating with players on a profound level.

    • “Heartbreaking.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy for the game heavily relies on advertising, which has generated significant interest and led to early purchases, particularly among friends looking to play together.

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