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The Nest

63%Game Brain Score
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story, monetization
63% User Score Based on 159 reviews

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"The Nest" is a first-person psychological horror game where players uncover the dark secrets of a secluded research facility. Interact with unsettling environments, solve puzzles, and avoid gruesome creatures to survive and piece together the mystery of what happened to the staff and residents. Your choices and actions will determine the fate of the protagonist. Please note that this game contains intense imagery and themes that some players may find disturbing.

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63%
Audience ScoreBased on 159 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The core sniping mechanics are immersive and satisfying, providing a unique VR experience.
  • The game has potential for fun gameplay, especially when played with friends in multiplayer mode.
  • The developers have shown commitment to improving the game, with hopes for future content and updates.
  • The game has been criticized for its lack of content, with only one map and minimal gameplay variety.
  • Many players feel betrayed by the shift from a single-player experience to a multiplayer-only format, which has led to a dead player base.
  • The graphics and overall execution are considered low quality, detracting from the gaming experience.
  • gameplay
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the gameplay is characterized by solid core mechanics, particularly in locomotion and sniper mechanics, which many players find enjoyable and intuitive. However, some users express concerns about limited content and certain gameplay features feeling repetitive or poorly implemented. While recent updates have improved the experience, there is a consensus that the game has room for growth and additional content to enhance long-term engagement.

    • “The core movement mechanics for each of the classes are unique and fun, and more importantly, it just feels good to play.”
    • “It definitely has room to grow, but overall the customization allows for comfortable gameplay. The basis of the game is great, and what is available so far is extremely entertaining.”
    • “Gameplay is a lot of fun; dodging and firing is satisfying.”
    • “And while sitting down in my chair (which was my default position), there are enemies that cannot be observed because the gameplay design has you sitting inside a window, and the window ledge intersects with the gun model, causing your view to go black.”
    • “Gameplay for me loses my attention after maybe four plays through the game.”
    • “It's not worth anything in its current state since the core mechanic is so poorly implemented.”
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the polished visuals and attention to detail, particularly in VR settings, while others criticize the low-quality, low-poly 3D visuals that can appear muddy at long range. Despite some users noting that the graphics are better than many VR games, there are concerns about pixelation and a lack of polish, especially given the game's current state. Overall, while the graphics have potential, they may not meet the expectations of all gamers.

    • “It has really nice graphics, a real feeling of being up in that sniper nest and having to dodge the gun blasts coming back the other way by leaning back into cover.”
    • “Excellent graphics - higher quality than many VR games.”
    • “Quite polished visuals/environment/attention to details.”
    • “This features fairly low quality low poly 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
    • “The problem with the game is that the graphics are quite bad even in the highest setting, and the gun is way too shaky and sensitive.”
    • “The graphics looked really pixelated compared to other VR games, but I assume this will be fixed in time.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and variety, with players noting that it feels more like an early access title with minimal content and a simplistic shooting focus. While there are different modes, including single-player missions, the overall narrative experience is deemed insufficient, leaving players wanting more substance and diversity in the storyline.

    • “As of now, it's just a simple shooting game that lacks story, realistic guns, enemy diversity, enemy AI, varied weapons, and different scenes.”
    • “Being EA, expect limitations on amount of content - basically 1 level/area right now, no variety in 'bad guys' & nothing much as far as storyline.”
    • “With a little more story or the campaign mode, this could be AAA quality.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a quick cash grab, particularly in its early access phase, leading to concerns about its long-term value and player investment.

    • “Cash grab and run?”
    • “Quick cash grab in early access.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is generally praised as immersive and engaging, though some players feel it could be enhanced by replacing robots with human enemies to create a more relatable and intense experience.

    • “Great atmosphere.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is praised for its innovative rendering that enhances the VR experience, particularly as players bring the scope closer to their face. With multiple levels and impressive visual quality, it stands out as a well-optimized title compared to many other EA games.

    • “It has more than one level and it is highly optimized, which is a step ahead of a lot of EA games, and it actually looks good for a VR game.”
    • “The scope is a great concept - as you bring it up to your face, the rendering can be optimized around the sights.”
    • “It has more than one level and it is highly optimized, so that right there is a step ahead of a lot of EA games, and it actually looks good for a VR game.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives 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.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with players reporting frequent freezes during matches that prevent movement and even exiting to the menu. This has led to a frustrating experience, as users are unable to engage with the game effectively.

    • “The game is broken; starting a match just freezes you inside the map, and you can't move, see your hands, or even exit back to the menu.”
    • “I frequently experience crashes that force me to restart the game, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “The stability issues are frustrating; I often get disconnected from matches for no reason, which ruins the experience.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its dark and absurd elements, particularly through the use of exaggerated violence, such as grappling and decapitating enemies, which players find amusing.

    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing.”
    • “I love how the game blends dark humor with absurd scenarios, making even the most intense moments feel lighthearted.”
    • “The quirky characters and their witty one-liners add a delightful comedic touch to the gameplay.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users indicate that the game's current state offers very low replayability, suggesting limited incentives for players to revisit it after their initial experience.

    • “However, it is important that people know that the current state of this game has very low replayability.”
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