United heist

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United heist is a multiplayer puzzle game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by No more Sleep and was released on February 12, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

Your group consists of the best two thieves money can buy. One day a client requested to take something unknown from the government. Now you can decide who stays back managing the intel and who is going into the facility to accomplish the task in this asynchronous coop puzzle game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,071 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

stability26 negative mentions

Engaging and fun cooperative puzzle gameplay that requires good communication between players.
Free to play with interesting, varied puzzles and a satisfying, emotional ending.
Well designed for a short, one-time playthrough that provides a rewarding and challenging experience.

Game suffers from numerous bugs including crashes, frozen screens, and glitches that hinder progress.
Lack of essential quality-of-life features such as mouse sensitivity adjustment, saving settings, and reliable in-game voice chat.
Short with minimal replay value and some puzzles are confusing or lack clear instructions, leading to player frustration.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is centered around cooperative puzzle-solving that emphasizes teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, offering an enjoyable and engaging experience for players who appreciate collaborative challenges. While some found the puzzles fun and well-designed, others noted issues with bugs, unpolished mechanics, and occasional confusing or simplistic elements. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a light, social puzzle experience despite some technical shortcomings.
- “Still, the gameplay itself was so enjoyable that I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who loves a good puzzle game with friends!”
- “The game's mechanics focus on puzzle-solving, and teamwork is essential, as one player takes on the role of the 'guy in the chair' and the other guy is the operative.”
- “Honestly I was quite shocked with how good the game was considering it was free; while only having a short gameplay it still manages to offer challenging puzzles for you and your partner to complete, testing your teamwork, communication, and ability not to shout at each other. Overall would highly recommend :)”
- “The second puzzle didn't work until restarting, and the gameplay overall was pretty boring.”
- “There is no clear distinction between the thief and operator as far as gameplay goes, the walkie-talkie is of terrible quality, some of the puzzles are randomized and some aren't.”
- “I would say more but we couldn't even finish the tutorial due to the many broken mechanics it has.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics receive mixed reviews, ranging from stunning 4K visuals that enhance atmosphere to being described as average, simplistic, or even poor and unpolished. While some players find the art style fitting and immersive, others criticize graphical glitches and low-quality visuals, though many agree that gameplay and puzzles outweigh these shortcomings. Overall, the graphics are considered adequate but not a standout feature of the game.
- “The art style and sound design complement the gameplay beautifully, enhancing immersion without overshadowing the puzzles themselves.”
- “The mystical atmosphere this game provides, with its superb 4k graphics and intelligent design, is simply unmatched in the industry.”
- “I really loved playing this game with my friend and the visuals are stunning and it was challenging.”
- “Graphically and in terms of sound, the game is very poor, and there are also problems with freezing and bugs in the game.”
- “Very unpolished graphically, gameplay-wise pretty simple.”
- “Cool level design but horrible graphics, end screen and freezes on load probably because 240hz.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from frequent bugs and stability issues, including freezes, glitches, and problems with voice detection and hosting multiplayer. Many users report crashes during gameplay or loading, preventing progress, and even overheating issues. Despite these problems, some still find the experience enjoyable, but overall the game feels unpolished and unstable.
- “Game freezes at a screen of an area I am not supposed to be in and my laptop overheats so much that it actually burned my leg and most likely almost fried the insides.”
- “This game is broken, freezes all the time, gets stuck on a single screen at times, and keeps breaking.”
- “Buggy game, can't get past level 2 because there is a bug that won't open the door.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
16%
The story in the game is generally viewed as weak, unclear, or minimal, with many players noting a lack of meaningful narrative or coherence. While some found the premise of museum theft somewhat engaging, the overall storytelling is short, disjointed, and often feels disconnected from the gameplay and puzzles. A few players appreciated story elements evolving during play, but most felt the story lacked depth and impact.
- “I was very immersed in the environment and story.”
- “I really enjoyed the gameplay as well as the story evolving within the game. I highly recommend playing this game.”
- “Every twist and turn within its edge-of-your-seat story made my jaw drop.”
- “The story makes no sense and my character (not the thief) has no ending; I just got credits at the end, while the thief got some voice lines that made no sense.”
- “Once we finally played, we jumped into a game that has absolutely zero story or direction whatsoever.”
- “The story also didn't make much sense as you don't really get told anything apart from we are stealing from a museum, and throughout the game, you don't really steal anything at all.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally viewed as short and fun but offers limited replayability due to fixed puzzles and mostly static solutions. While switching roles or playing with different friends can provide some variation, repeated playthroughs quickly become predictable, diminishing long-term engagement. Additionally, technical issues like crashes and achievement bugs further impact the replay experience.
- “I'll recommend this one, it's fun and replayable switching sides, because even that way and knowing the clues you'll have fun, or try to play with some other friends trying to see if they get the clues.”
- “Doesn't have much replayability aside from switching roles, and when some of the achievements don't unlock - which seems to be based on who is host/guest (just required another re-run and switching who is host).”
- “It requires a bit of creativity and it's a good bit of fun.”
- “Beat the game in under an hour, not sure how this is supposed to be a heist game, not actually multiple endings, not really replayable.”
- “Only complaint is the puzzles are not randomized in their solutions so the replayability is lacking.”
- “However, subsequent playthroughs use literally the same exact codes (with 1 exception) so replayability is not great.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a deeply emotional experience, highlighted by heartbreaking choices and a powerful, memorable ending that resonates with players. Many describe it as a moving journey that combines intense gameplay with profound moral dilemmas, often evoking tears and a strong emotional connection. Overall, it’s praised for its ability to touch players' hearts and provide a unique, impactful experience.
- “However, our most memorable moment came when we were forced to make a heartbreaking sacrifice in the game, leaving one comrade behind to ensure the loot could be escaped with.”
- “It was a tragic turn of events that left a lasting emotional impact, serving as a stark reminder that United Heist is not just a game; it's an intense and thought-provoking journey that tests both your gaming skills and your moral compass.”
- “The ending made me cry.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated for creating funny, lighthearted moments, especially when played with friends. It effectively blends humor with other elements like horror and fantasy, providing enjoyable and often laugh-inducing experiences. Though some mention the game is a bit short, its comedic charm enhances its overall appeal.
- “If you play it with someone close, you’ll probably end up with lots of funny and dumb moments.”
- “I cannot sing this game's praises enough; it masterfully balances horror, fantasy, action, suspense, and humor in one glistening package.”
- “My friend and I were laughing trying to describe things to each other that felt so otherworldly.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its tense, mysterious, and immersive qualities, enhanced by superb 4K graphics and intelligent design. Players consistently highlight its creepy yet engaging ambiance, contributing to a unique and captivating experience.
- “The atmosphere is tense yet engaging, with each new room feeling like a fresh layer of mystery waiting to be peeled back.”
- “The mystical atmosphere this game provides, with its superb 4K graphics and intelligent design, is simply unmatched in the industry.”
- “Great free game, felt like I was being watched the whole time though, really creepy atmosphere.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music received mixed feedback, with the end music praised as very good, while the overall soundtrack was less favored. However, non-thief players experience repetitive and unengaging music while waiting, which detracts from the enjoyment.
- “Pretty good riddles, I loved the end music (the overall music is not my type, but the end one was very good).”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
Grinding in the game is minimal and not tedious, as puzzles are engaging and enjoyable to solve with friends. However, some solutions may require effort in communication, either by sharing pictures or detailed descriptions. Overall, the gameplay compensates for any minor frustrations.