When They Arrived
- January 7, 2019
- Second Reality
Get on Steam"When They Arrived" is a survival strategy game set in a post-alien invasion world. Players must gather resources, build shelters, and research new technologies to fight off extraterrestrial threats. With a dynamic world and non-linear storyline, players must make strategic decisions to ensure their survival and uncover the truth behind the invasion.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and interesting story about an alien invasion, which keeps players engaged.
- Some players appreciate the enjoyable control of movement and fighting mechanics.
- There is potential for improvement, and players are hopeful for future updates to enhance the experience.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, glitches, and crashes, making it nearly unplayable.
- Graphics and audio quality are poor, leading to a disappointing visual and auditory experience.
- Many players find the gameplay clunky and unrefined, with a lack of clear objectives and content.
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches and crashes that render it nearly unplayable. Many users express frustration over its buggy performance, indicating that it feels unfinished and in need of substantial improvements.
“This game is really bad; it glitches and crashes with every other action, making it borderline unplayable.”
“The developers are making a remaster of this buggy, unfinished mess.”
“The game is really buggy.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics have received largely negative feedback, with many users citing poor quality, inconsistencies between promotional images and actual gameplay, and numerous bugs. While some players found the graphics and sound to be acceptable, the overall consensus leans towards a need for significant improvement and polish.
“The graphics are stunning and truly bring the game world to life.”
“The visual design is impressive, with vibrant colors and detailed environments.”
“The art style is unique and adds a lot of character to the overall experience.”
“Awful graphics and voiceovers, along with a lot of bugs.”
“Shitty graphics, low-quality audio, and overall poor gameplay.”
“Pictures show different graphics than what I actually see.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some users criticizing the poor graphics, low-quality audio, and malfunctioning mechanics, such as issues with building and using tools. However, others appreciate the unique story and creative gameplay solutions, indicating a divide in player experiences.
“I loved the unique story and interesting solutions in gameplay.”
“Shitty graphics, low quality audio, and overall poor gameplay.”
“Some of the mechanics wouldn't work; I couldn't build and couldn't use the pickaxe.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and features unique elements that enhance gameplay, though it includes several tense moments that add to the overall experience.
“The plot is quite interesting, with many tense moments that keep you engaged.”
“I loved the unique story and the interesting solutions presented in the gameplay.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is criticized as exploitative, with users labeling it a significant cash grab that detracts from the overall experience.
“This game is a huge cash grab and a waste of time.”
“The monetization system feels exploitative and ruins the overall experience.”
“I can't enjoy the game because it constantly pushes me to spend money.”
