Tyler: Model 005
- August 20, 2018
- Reversed Interactive
An Exercise in apathy, neither solid nor liquid. Not exactly bad, but not very good either. Just a bit 'meh,' really.
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Reviews
- The game features charming graphics and a unique storyline that keeps players engaged.
- The character customization and upgrade system adds depth and encourages exploration.
- The game has a supportive community and active developers who are addressing issues and improving gameplay.
- Controls are clunky and frustrating, especially with controller support, making gameplay less enjoyable.
- The game can be confusing and lacks clear instructions, leading to frustration for new players.
- Many players experienced bugs and glitches that hindered their progress and overall enjoyment.
- story26 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, with many players finding it interesting and unique, despite some confusion and the presence of blocked plot points due to early access. The narrative unfolds primarily through main missions, supplemented by hidden flashbacks that enrich the experience. However, some users expressed disappointment with the ending and uncertainty about future installments, as well as concerns about the game's accessibility for content creation.
“The storyline is another pro in my opinion. If you actually follow it (sometimes it gets confusing), it's interesting to say the least. Most of the storyline is told through the main missions, but there are hidden flashbacks to find that will give you more to the story than meets the eye.”
“The story is really awesome, and the way light sources come into play is a really cool gameplay mechanic.”
“The story ending was a bit of a weird one/let down, but is there going to be another one? Reversed Interactive has released a game every year around the end of August, and I have yet to hear anything. Plus, their website is down, meaning will we not get the next part to the story?”
“There are obvious plot points that are blocked off because it's early access, but the story that is there is promising and unique.”
“For recording, it's common to play a few minutes to see if the game will be good (which I think it is), but now I'm stuck 15 minutes into the story without any way of showing my viewers the beginning.”
- graphics22 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their aesthetic quality, with many users highlighting the impressive art style and lighting effects. Players report smooth performance on high-end hardware, achieving high frame rates even on max settings. However, some critics feel that the focus on visuals has negatively impacted gameplay, leading to a disconnect between the two aspects.
“Graphics are amazing.”
“Gorgeous graphics.”
“The graphics are top notch on my 1070.”
“Their 'advanced graphics' tab used to be called 'gtx 1070'.”
“I have a 1070, but I get 100 fps on maxed graphics without vsync.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with many players criticizing confusing camera angles, lackluster combat mechanics, and challenging climbing controls, which detract from the overall experience. However, some users note that once the mechanics are mastered, the game can be enjoyable, particularly praising the integration of light sources as a unique gameplay element and the engaging story. Overall, while the art style is appreciated, it seems to overshadow the gameplay, leading to a less satisfying experience for some players.
“Once you understand the mechanics, the game is a lot of fun.”
“Now, combat and parkour mechanics are in the con list, but they won't be for long.”
“The story is really awesome and the way light sources come into play is a really cool gameplay mechanic.”
“Confusing camera, bad/boring combat mechanics, climbing is much more difficult than it should be, the spiders kinda look dull, weird and annoying faux ray tracing reflections, voice acting is not great, it's often not clear what you need to accomplish or do, no puzzles that require some thinking. I can't imagine that someone would actually like this game enough to keep playing and finish it.”
“The art style and use of light is great, but it has dominated the vision and gameplay has suffered.”
“Although in terms of graphics it's pretty good, but honestly from the gameplay I don't like it.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that allows players to feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game's optimization is a significant concern, with multiple users highlighting performance issues that affect gameplay. Overall, the game's performance appears to be subpar, leading to a less enjoyable experience for players.
