- Visually appealing graphics
- Engaging and intriguing story
- Enjoyable gameplay experience
- Poor and sluggish controls
- Numerous and severe bugs
- Terrible aiming system
Emotions
Players feel disappointed due to a variety of issues including awkward movement, poor collision, and numerous performance problems. Additionally, the game's storyline, mechanics, and graphics fail to meet expectations, with many feeling the sequel does not live up to the original. The use of AI art and the game feeling rushed and unfinished also contribute to this sentiment.
Players are frustrated by technical issues such as game crashes, bugs, and poor optimization. Combat mechanics, clunky controls, and forced humor are also significant sources of frustration. Many players report being soft-locked due to bugs and experiencing constant stuttering, making the game unplayable.
Players express satisfaction with the game's immersive world, layered narrative, and improved aiming mechanics. The game's atmosphere, story, and good graphics are also highlighted as positive aspects. Some players find the game to be a great continuation of an Amiga classic and appreciate its value at a lower price point.
Players are angry due to the poor quality of the game, numerous bugs, and fundamental control issues. The game is considered a mess and not worth the price, with many expressing anger over wasted money. Technical issues and overall poor game quality are major contributors to this anger.
Players feel nostalgic as the game reminds them of the original from the 90s, with familiar story elements and references to previous games. The connection to the Flashback universe and the iconic ancestor evoke a sense of nostalgia. The game's story and atmosphere also contribute to this feeling.
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 87%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 13%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 32%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 68%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 181
- Negative points
- 347
- Gameplay points
- 173
- Perf. points
- 76
- Rec. points
- 18
- Misc points
- 0
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Visually appealing graphics
| The game features beautifully crafted visuals, including good graphics, art, and background. Players appreciate the artistic direction and the overall graphical style. | 46% |
Engaging and intriguing story
| The story is described as interesting, good, and intriguing with some twists. It adds more depth to the universe and lore, making it engaging for players. | 36% |
Enjoyable gameplay experience
| Players find the game enjoyable and fun to play. Despite some faults, the overall experience is positive, with a well-done and entertaining story. | 34% |
Unique sci-fi cyberpunk aesthetic
| The game features a distinctive sci-fi noir and cyberpunk aesthetic, creating a modern and immersive atmosphere that players appreciate. | 20% |
Nice soundtrack and music
| The game's music and soundtrack are praised for being nice and fitting well with the overall ambiance and environments. | 16% |
Fun and unique hacking minigame
| The hacking minigame is highlighted as quite fun and unique, adding an enjoyable and distinctive element to the gameplay. | 13% |
Variety in gameplay
| Players appreciate the variety in gameplay, which keeps the experience fun and engaging. | 9% |
Improved with patches
| The game has seen improvements through patches, making it more playable and enjoyable for players. | 9% |
Throwbacks to the original
| The game includes good throwbacks and references to the original game, which fans appreciate. | 9% |
Quality French dubbing
| The French voice acting and dubbing are noted for their quality, adding to the overall experience for French-speaking players. | 8% |
Notable levels
| Specific levels such as the jungle and final level are mentioned, indicating they are memorable or standout parts of the game. | 8% |
Runs well on high-end machines
| The game runs great on ultra settings and high-end machines, ensuring a smooth experience for players with powerful hardware. | 8% |