Info about ANNO: Mutationem:

Official game description:
Collector's Edition
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Digital Collector’s Edition Includes:  
ANNO: Mutationem;  
Digital Artbook;  
Digital Soundtrack: Includes 21 music tracks, can only be played in-game;  
Outfit Pack: 2 special outfits (No special effects);  
Weapon Pack: 3 special weapons with particle effects (Unlock the weapons in-game to use.);  
Item Pack: 2 Weapon Enhance Chips (Unlock Chip system to use)
About the Game
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**Welcome to the neon-covered, 2D-meets-3D Cyberpunk world of ANNO: Mutationem. In this Action-Adventure game with RPG elements you become Ann: a highly-skilled combat-trained lone wolf on a personal mission in the giant Metropolis, full of sinister mega-corporations, mysterious fringe groups and creatures more bizarre than words can express.**
Explore and discover
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This is a world full of surprises waiting for you to find out! While going thru the main story you can chat with a Cyborg corgi, take on a part-time bartender job, hunt down vicious criminals reveal the true face of a trending V-streamer! By exploring diverse locations such as neon Noctis Town, an off-shore cargo ship and huge underground structures, players are free to go as they please and act as they want.
Showing new perspective
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Unique 2D-to-3D gameplay, seamless switching between 2D Action n' Platforming and 3D Exploration to interact with the world and its inhabitants. Let's dive into pixel gaming from another perspective!
Ann kicks Ass
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Ann will slash, shoot, combo, grenade-throw & ground-pound her way through hordes of enemies and huge bosses. From great swords to double blades, from pistols to rocket launchers and uppercuts, time to become the one-girl army you always knew you had in you.
Try to finish the jigsaw
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A grand story, befitting a rich and dark cyberpunk décor, featuring our main hero Ann Flores and her trusty hyper hacker side-kick Ayane on a personal mission to find out where her missing brother has gone to. Little do the two know just what they will unravel…
Please arm yourself to teeth
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Collect, buy or craft items & upgrade Ann's stats, skills and gear. Use chips to modify any kind of weapon you find. Equip Ann and make her combat-ready for all enemies (both humanoid and not…) that are about to head her way.

Release date: 16 Mar, 2022

Categories: Action Platformer, Exploration, Real-time Combat, Character Progression, Crafting, Item Management, Mini-game Collection, Character Customization


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Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Visually stunning, unique art style (weight 0.95): The game features a unique and appealing aesthetic, often described as a blend of 2D pixel art and 3D environments, creating a visually stunning cyberpunk world. Reviewers consistently praise the art style, character designs, and overall visual presentation as a major strength of the game.
- Enjoyable and satisfying combat (weight 0.7): The combat system is generally considered enjoyable, fun, and satisfying, with responsive controls and a good sense of impact. While some find it simple or easy to learn, others appreciate its potential for complexity and the variety of approaches it offers.
- Excellent music and sound design (weight 0.12): The game features a high-quality soundtrack and sound design that complements the gameplay and enhances the overall atmosphere. Reviewers specifically praise the music during boss fights and the immersive environmental effects.
- Well-developed and likable characters (weight 0.12): The game features well-developed and likable characters, with reviewers often highlighting the dynamic between specific characters like Ann and Ayane. The voice acting, particularly for these main characters, is also praised for adding depth and personality.
- Engaging side quests and exploration (weight 0.08): The game offers engaging side quests and rewarding exploration, encouraging players to delve deeper into the world and its lore. Reviewers appreciate the unique objectives, interesting storylines, and the sense of discovery that comes with exploring the detailed environments.
- Improved ending with multiple outcomes (weight 0.05): The developers have actively listened to player feedback and revised the game's ending, resulting in a significant improvement. The game now offers multiple endings, allowing players to experience different outcomes based on their choices.
- Immersive voice acting and dialogue (weight 0.05): The game features full voice acting in the main story, enhancing immersion and giving the characters more personality. Reviewers appreciate the depth of NPC dialogue and the overall effort put into creating a living, breathing world.
- Unique 2D/3D gameplay blend (weight 0.04): The game features a unique blend of 2D and 3D elements, creating a distinctive visual style and gameplay experience. This combination is often praised for its novelty and effectiveness in enhancing the overall presentation.
- Easter eggs and franchise references (weight 0.04): The game contains easter eggs and references to other media, such as VA-11 HALL-A and the SCP Foundation, adding an extra layer of enjoyment for fans of those franchises. These references are often subtle and well-integrated into the game world.

Common complaints:
- Story confusing, poorly written, generic (weight 0.76): The story is confusing, poorly written, and relies on overused tropes.  Many reviewers found the plot difficult to follow due to unexplained elements, inconsistencies, and a lack of depth, with some feeling it detracts from the overall experience. Some reviewers noted a shift in the story towards SCP themes, which felt out of place.
- Cyberpunk setting feels superficial (weight 0.44): The game's cyberpunk setting feels superficial and underutilized. Reviewers felt the game could have explored the cyberpunk themes more deeply, and some were disappointed by the shift away from the city environment.
- Lacks content, scarce resources (weight 0.43): The game lacks content and replayability, with limited side quests and a short main story.  Additionally, resources for upgrades are scarce, making it difficult to progress and explore different builds.
- Buggy, pacing issues, short (weight 0.41): The game suffers from numerous minor bugs that detract from the overall experience. Some reviewers also felt the game was too short, while others felt it was too long, indicating pacing issues.
- Poor quest design, guidance (weight 0.41): Many quests are uninspired fetch quests with obtuse objectives and poor guidance. The saving system is also inconvenient, requiring backtracking through long corridors.
- Repetitive, clunky combat system (weight 0.3): Combat feels repetitive, clunky, and lacks depth, with limited combos and unresponsive controls.  Some reviewers also found the combat too easy, while others found it frustrating due to enemy attack patterns and poor hitboxes.
- Unbalanced difficulty, locked modes (weight 0.21): The game's difficulty is unbalanced, with some reviewers finding it too easy and others finding it too hard. Some also noted that higher difficulty levels are locked behind New Game+.
- Poor translation quality (weight 0.2): The game suffers from poor translation quality, with numerous grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, and inconsistencies. This makes the story difficult to follow and detracts from the overall experience.
- Poor key bindings, customization (weight 0.18): The game has problematic key bindings on PC, with illogical default settings and limited customization options. This makes the game difficult to control and detracts from the overall experience.
- Poor clothing customization system (weight 0.09): The clothing customization system is poorly implemented, with the character automatically switching to combat gear during battles and not reverting to the original outfit afterward. This makes the customization feel pointless and frustrating.
- Excessive grinding, poor skills (weight 0.04): The game requires excessive grinding for currency and experience to progress. The skill tree system feels unsatisfying, with basic skills and descriptions revealing that many skills are not worth using.

Gameplay feedback:
- Crafting and skill progression (weight 0.16): Players can craft and upgrade weapons using gathered materials and chips, enhancing weapon attributes and providing buffs. The game features a skill tree for upgrading stats and unlocking new combat abilities, but some reviewers feel that the skill tree is not very impactful.
- Varied weapon selection, aiming issues (weight 0.16): The game offers a variety of weapons, including swords, greatswords, and guns, but some ranged weapons suffer from ammo consumption issues. The game lacks a lock-on system and auto-aim for firearms, making aiming difficult.
- Mix of 2D/3D gameplay (weight 0.1): The game blends 3D exploration with 2D side-scrolling combat and platforming, creating a mix of genres. Exploration occurs on a 3D plane, while combat and platforming are on a 2D plane. The transition between 2D combat and 3D exploration is interesting.
- Imprecise platforming, tedious exploration (weight 0.06): The game features platforming elements, but some reviewers feel that the controls and movement can be imprecise and unintuitive. Exploration can become tedious due to infrequent save points and fast travel locations being far apart.
- Features various mini-games (weight 0.04): The game includes mini-games such as fishing, bartending, and hacking. Hacking is integral, requiring a timing-based minigame to unlock doors, but hints are often unclear.
- Enemy armor, tedious skill points (weight 0.04): Enemies have armor that must be depleted before significant damage can be dealt. Skill points can be tedious to earn, and the skill tree may not be very impactful.
- Relaxing difficulty, simple upgrades (weight 0.01): The game difficulty is relaxing and enjoyable. The upgrade system is simple, with not many options.
- Fighting game-like movement inputs (weight 0.01): Some moves have fighting game-like movement inputs. The character can jump (double jump), roll, dodge, and defend with a shield.

Performance notes:
- Performance varies by system (weight 0.04): The game's performance varies across different systems. Some players report smooth gameplay on both high-end PCs and the Steam Deck, while others suggest it requires at least an entry-level PC configuration. This suggests optimization may not be consistent across all hardware.
- Minor graphical imperfections (weight 0.03): Reviewers noted graphical issues such as blocky pixel art during camera zooms and awkward animations. These visual imperfections detract from the overall presentation.
- Inconsistent bug reports (weight 0.02): The game's bug presence is inconsistent. Some reviewers encountered few to no bugs, while others experienced minor, non-game-breaking issues like respawning collectibles. One review mentioned a game-breaking bug.
- Game-breaking loading screen bug (weight 0.01): One reviewer encountered a critical issue where the game became stuck on the loading screen, preventing further progress. This is a significant bug that severely impacts the player's ability to enjoy the game.
- Full Russian localization (weight 0.01): The game features full Russian localization, including text, interface, and quests. This is a positive feature for Russian-speaking players, enhancing accessibility and immersion.

Recommendations:
- Fun, unique, and recommended overall (weight 0.47): Many reviewers recommend the game, citing its fun gameplay, cyberpunk aesthetic, and unique pixel art style. Some suggest trying the demo or waiting for a sale to assess personal enjoyment before purchasing. Despite flaws, the game is considered a worthwhile experience, especially for fans of the genre.
- Wait for a sale (weight 0.41): Many reviewers suggest waiting for a sale before purchasing the game, as the full price may not be justified by the content or quality. Some feel the game is worth the discounted price, while others advise against purchasing it at all, even on sale. This point reflects concerns about the game's value proposition.
- Desire for sequel or DLC (weight 0.3): Many reviewers express a strong desire for a sequel or DLC to expand the story, characters, and world. They hope that a potential sequel will improve upon the original's flaws and further develop the game's potential. Some reviewers specifically mention wanting to see the adventures of certain characters continued.
- Style over substance (weight 0.28): Some reviewers feel that the game prioritizes visual presentation over substantial gameplay or story content. They describe the game as feeling empty or unfinished, with a shiny exterior but lacking depth. This point highlights a concern that the game's appealing aesthetics may not compensate for its shortcomings in other areas.
- Mediocre, poor New Game Plus (weight 0.25): Some reviewers found the game to be mediocre, with the New Game Plus mode not offering a good experience. This point suggests that the game's replayability may be limited, and that the initial playthrough may be the most enjoyable experience.
- Divisive: waste or worthwhile (weight 0.23): Some reviewers found the game to be a waste of time, while others felt it was possible to spend some time in the game. This point highlights the subjective nature of the game's appeal and its potential to be either engaging or tedious depending on the player's preferences.
- Good for cyberpunk fans (weight 0.04): Some reviewers recommend the game for fans of cyberpunk themes, Ghost in the Shell, Metallic Rouge, and similar universes. However, others feel that the game suffers from comparisons to other cyberpunk games and doesn't fully succeed in capturing the essence of the genre. This point highlights the game's appeal to specific audiences and its potential shortcomings in delivering a true cyberpunk experience.
- Good for speculation/immersion (weight 0.02): The game is recommended for those who enjoy speculation and in-depth analysis. The game is highly recommended for fans of large world views. The game is recommended for relaxation and immersion.
- Encouragement for developers (weight 0.02): The developers are encouraged to continue their efforts. The developers' commitment to addressing the game's issues is commendable and worth acknowledging. The development team should continue to work hard and refine the game further to improve its reputation.
- Avoid collector's edition/DLC (weight 0.01): Buying the collector's edition is only recommended to support the developers, otherwise, just buy the base game. Unless you really love the game, the paid expansion modules are not worth buying, even at a discount.
- Good domestic game (weight 0.01): The game is a good domestic game overall. The reviewer expresses pride in the rise of Chinese games and encourages developers to continue striving for quality. It is not easy to make independent games in China.
- Controller recommended for base game (weight 0.01): The game is better played with a controller. The DLC is easier to play with keyboard and mouse.
- Great on Steam Deck (weight 0.01): Great to play on your Steam Deck. If you enjoyed the demo, the full game is a perfect fit. The game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck.
- Divisive: Alleviates or causes boredom (weight 0.01): The game is a great way to alleviate boredom and has become a personal favorite. The game is so boring that it's preferable to do chores instead. I would definitely play it again.
- Exciting city zones (weight 0.01): The reviewer plans to return to the game to work in the bar, explore tunnels, and listen to the city noise. The deeply condensed city zones were exciting to navigate, with a lot of potential for stuff to do.
- Try if you like art style (weight 0.01): If you like the art style, you can give it a try. Creating a series of GIFs or an anime adaptation would have been a better use of the game's art style.

Other player notes:
- Blends cyberpunk, anime, SCP themes (weight 0.09): The game's aesthetic is a blend of cyberpunk, anime, and SCP elements. It draws inspiration from various sources like Cyberpunk 2077, Evangelion, and the SCP Foundation, creating a unique but sometimes conflicting mix of themes and references.
- Story: Searching for missing brother (weight 0.03): The main story revolves around Ann Flores searching for her missing brother Ryan while dealing with a mysterious illness. The plot evolves into a complex narrative involving paranormal phenomena, secret societies, and the protagonist's origins, drawing comparisons to Evangelion and Control.
- Lacks polish, uncommitted genre (weight 0.03): The game has flaws common in indie RPGs and lacks polish. It doesn't fully commit to either sci-fi or fantasy elements.
- Mixes 2D and 3D graphics (weight 0.02): The game utilizes a mix of 2D and 3D visual elements, often combining pixel art with 3D environments. This 2.5D style creates a distinctive look.
- Minor localization inconsistencies exist (weight 0.02): The game's localization has some minor issues, including inconsistencies in honorifics and discrepancies between voice acting and translation in different languages. The sound effects are considered average.
- VA-11 Hall-A characters cameo (weight 0.02): Characters from VA-11 Hall-A, specifically Jill and Dana, make cameo appearances in the game. This is a welcome addition for fans of that series.
- Unconstructive negative attention (review bombing) (weight 0.01): The game has received negative attention online, some of which lacks constructive criticism and involves unfair comparisons to other games. This suggests potential review bombing or biased opinions.
- High-quality voice acting present (weight 0.01): The game features high-quality voice acting, which is a notable achievement for an indie title. The voice actors put a lot of effort into their performances.
- Cosmetic customization options exist (weight 0.01): The game includes optional cosmetic accessories, such as different cars and outfits for the main character, found by locating hidden "Cyber Nekos." These elements add a touch of fan service and customization.
- Uneven character depth (weight 0.01): Some characters, like Ayano and Allen, are more memorable due to their depth and development, while others lack depth. Ayano has many lines and an eccentric personality, while Allen's circumstances are revealed throughout the game.
- Secrets, puzzles, secret boss (weight 0.01): The game world contains hidden secrets, puzzles, and a secret boss fight. These elements encourage exploration and reward players who venture off the beaten path.
- Subjective preference for protagonist (weight 0): The reviewer supports more games with beautiful female protagonists that are not politically correct and describes the protagonist as a strong independent woman of the future. This point lacks specific details and focuses on subjective preferences.
- Meme-based comment (weight 0): The reviewer describes corn juice as "zesty AF." This point is based on a meme and does not provide constructive feedback.

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