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"Imagination is a limit far more formidable than technology.Technology is a key far less potent than imagination. Imagination AND technology working in tandem - are free from all limits, except one: imagination." ~HexenStar
Reviews
A splendidly made, highly polished stealth-action FPS, that could even be used as an example of what a competently put together game looks like. Fluent mechanics that prioritize planning and tactical playstyle. Top-notch attention to detail, art direction and thematic design. Every element is coherent, well executed and works perfectly with the gameworld. The only few things that i would, perhaps, complain about - is that the game would've shined better with more attention given to the ambient soundtrack, with story presented through a dedicated artwork, - and more of the otherworldly, demonic set-pieces in the levels. 10/10 anyway. Really looking forward to the final result.
A competently conceived first person shooter with excellent top-notch gameplay, - only to be marred by the terrible art direction and aesthetics (or a lack thereof). I really wish this gets addressed, as the game could easily score a 10. Until such times, the result is evaluated for what it is, and not for what it could be.
One of the best looking gaming experiences of all time. Excelling particularly in the dark and grey palettes. However, the max score
is denied, due to the bad need of colored and dynamic lights. These became possible, eventually. But
at the time of the initial release - console ports of the Q1 engine games would outclass their PC ancestors.
As someone who grew up on classic games like Blades of Vengeance and Castlevania - i simply couldn't stop admiring this game from the first sight. It is a true gothic pixel-art masterpiece. Fantastic!!! The ex-artist in me applauds this game in awe of it's beauty and design. Gameplay is exactly like the oldschool console glory. Works great with a gamepad and everything feels familiar and very much "at home". No grinding or useless loot. It is just like the old Castlevania, only much better! The only reason i don't give this a 10 - is because i think the team which is THAT good - should have pushed for the soundtrack which has more of a standalone power to it, beyond being just a game accompaniment. I know my band and i would definitely do just that. Still, i can only say great things about this game. If you have oldschool style in your blood - you'll love this!
