Info about Vultures - Scavengers of Death:

Official game description:
Salento Valley, post bio-hazard incident - As a VULTURE operative, your mission is to extract material to aid in finding a cure for the infection. Send Leopoldo and Amber on their select missions and prepare for turn-based tactical survival against infected mutants. Find the key to our salvation.
**Turn-based Tactical Extraction**
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Survive and extract the target from missions across 2 agents:
*   **Leopoldo** - A disciplined operative, guided by an unbreakable sense of duty and a strict personal code of justice. With his strength and ingenuity; move, push and jump over objects to control the environment.
*   **Amber** - A tactical operative characterized by her analytical intelligence, agility, and ability to make precise decisions under pressure. Use her grappling gun to traverse the environment and control the position of enemies.
*   Choose your tactics carefully - Resources are limited with unknowns around every corner. Sneak, disengage and prioritize your approach to every turn-based battle.
*   Extracting with the target is your ultimate goal - Get out alive using every tool and method at your disposal.
**Scavenge a Ruined City**
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Scavenge across mission based locations:
*   **Weapons** - From pistols to rifles and knives to katana, find a variety of weapons to build out your arsenal.
*   **Resources** - Ammo and health packs are limited but vital to your survival.
*   **Keys, codes and clues** - Even doors and dying technology will be obstacles on the path to your target. Explore thoroughly to find everything you need to gain access.
*   **Market** \- Valuables collected during missions will grant you credits once you return. You can use those credits on the market to get upgrades for your weapons, new items and gear or unlock new cosmetics!
**Classic Survival Horror**
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Inspired by some of the most foundational Survival Horror franchises like Resident Evil; Vultures embraces a retro PS1 aesthetic with mechanics that lead to a tense, horror filled exploration. Isolated as a single agent in the dark halls of the city, every choice could lead to a successful mission or death.
**Salento Valley - Ground Zero**
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A once bustling metropolis, Salento Valley now lies as a desolate battleground in the wake of a bio-hazard disaster. An enigmatic client has hired the Vultures, a small group of mercenaries specialized in infiltration, to enter the quarantine zone and uncover the origin of the infection, hoping to find a cure. Now, you will face increasingly challenging odds as you make your way through the cities ruins. Horrifying mutants and abominations lay in wait for fresh blood like you.

Release date: May 13, 2026

Categories: Turn-based Tactical, Survival Horror, Tactical Combat, Exploration, Puzzle Solving, Character-based Combat, Resource Management, Retro Aesthetics


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- Community Price: No data
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: N/A
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provided is quite limited. The first piece of evidence, '刚打完第一章,' suggests that the user has completed the first chapter of the game, but it does not provide any specific information about the playtime. The second piece of evidence, '只要游戏不要搞神仙乱斗就是一款非常棒的作品,' is more of a general comment about the game's quality and does not mention playtime at all. Given the lack of specific playtime information, all playtime metrics are set to null.
- Time-to-fun: No data
- Player Archetypes:
  - Nostalgic Strategist (buy)
    - Motivation: Nostalgia and strategic gameplay
    - Playstyle: Enjoys turn-based combat and strategic decision-making
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: old-school player; strategy fan
    - Reference games: Resident Evil; Dark Souls
  - Genre Blender (sale)
    - Motivation: Exploring unique game mechanics
    - Playstyle: Enjoys a mix of survival horror and tactical gameplay
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: genre enthusiast; mixed-genre fan
    - Reference games: Resident Evil; XCOM


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:
- Turn-based tactical combat (weight 0.9): The game features a turn-based combat system that emphasizes tactical gameplay, reminiscent of classic tactical games.
- Resident Evil tribute (weight 0.8): The game pays homage to the Resident Evil series with numerous references and a similar survival horror atmosphere.
- Blends survival horror and tactics (weight 0.64): The game combines elements of survival horror and turn-based tactics, creating a unique and engaging experience.
- Immersive environmental interactions (weight 0.6): The game includes detailed environmental interactions and immersive sound effects, adding depth to the gameplay.
- Retro graphics and style (weight 0.52): The game features retro-style graphics and a nostalgic theme, appealing to fans of classic games.
- Unique character mechanics (weight 0.44): The game features unique mechanics for different characters, providing varied gameplay experiences.
- Exploration and puzzles (weight 0.36): The game encourages exploration and includes classic puzzles, providing a varied gameplay experience.
- Positive overall experience (weight 0.34): Players generally report having a good and enjoyable experience with the game.
- Permanent upgrades and unlockables (weight 0.25): Players can earn permanent upgrades and unlock various extras, adding to the game's replayability.
- Multiple languages and accessibility (weight 0.24): The game supports multiple languages, including Spanish, and does not require a high-end PC to run.
- Detailed map and mission history (weight 0.24): The game features a detailed map and mission history, helping players keep track of their progress.
- Collectibles and achievements (weight 0.24): The game includes various collectibles and Steam achievements, adding to the replayability and engagement.

Common complaints:
- Tutorial issues and bugs (weight 0.57): The tutorial has been reported to have bugs and unclear explanations, making it difficult for players to understand the game mechanics initially.
- Lack of difficulty options (weight 0.55): Players have noted the absence of difficulty selection, which limits the game's accessibility and replayability for different skill levels.
- Needs more development time (weight 0.27): Many players feel that the game needs more development time to address various issues and improve overall quality.
- Unrealistic movement mechanics (weight 0.26): The movement mechanics, particularly when moving behind enemies or objects, feel unrealistic to some players.
- Translation errors (weight 0.24): There are some general translation errors in the game, which can affect the understanding and enjoyment for non-English speaking players.
- Lack of full voice acting (weight 0.15): The absence of full voice acting for the story has been noted as a drawback, affecting the immersion and storytelling experience.
- Inventory management issues (weight 0.15): The inventory management system has been described as clunky, making it difficult for players to manage their items efficiently.

Gameplay feedback:
- Turn-based survival horror (weight 0.97): The game blends survival horror elements with turn-based tactical combat, creating a unique and engaging experience.
- Strategic combat and movement (weight 0.38): Combat requires strategic planning and movement, with elements like battle puzzles and enemy blocking mechanics.
- Exploration and backtracking (weight 0.27): The game features extensive exploration and backtracking mechanics, encouraging players to thoroughly investigate locations.
- Classic puzzles and adjustable difficulty (weight 0.27): The game includes classic puzzles and allows for adjusted difficulty, catering to different player preferences and skills.
- Diverse scenarios and enemies (weight 0.27): The game features a variety of scenarios and enemy types, keeping the gameplay fresh and challenging.
- XCOM-inspired tactics (weight 0.16): The game incorporates tactical elements inspired by XCOM, providing a unique blend of survival horror and tactical gameplay.

Performance notes:
- Major bugs reported (weight 0.29): Players have reported encountering significant bugs and issues while playing the game. These bugs are frequent and impact the overall gaming experience.
- Low PC requirements (weight 0.16): The game does not require a high-end PC to run smoothly, making it accessible to a wider range of players with varying hardware capabilities.

Recommendations:
- Appeals to specific genres (weight 0.27): The game is recommended for fans of slow-paced, high-pressure games, as well as those who enjoy survival horror and turn-based tactics.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Excitement (weight 0.32): Players are excited about the game's retro graphics and turn-based combat, which blends tactics and survival horror elements effectively. The unique character mechanics, strategic depth, and permanent upgrades also contribute to this excitement.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.26): Enjoyment stems from the game's retro style and the fusion of PS1-era Resident Evil and XCOM Tactics gameplay. The music, art, and overall entertaining experience are also significant contributors.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.16): The game evokes nostalgia through its retro turn-based gameplay and graphics, paying tribute to classic survival horror elements reminiscent of Resident Evil.
- Frustration (weight 0.11): Frustration is caused by issues with the tutorial, the lack of difficulty selection, and the presence of bugs. These issues detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- Interest (weight 0.05): Interest is piqued by the game's retro style and unique theme. Players are intrigued by the blend of old-school aesthetics and innovative gameplay mechanics.}