Summary
- Release Year: 2016
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One
- Developers: Flying Wild Hog
- Publishers: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Hard Reset: Redux – A Cyberpunk Shooter Reborn
Hard Reset: Redux is a remastered version of the 2011 cyberpunk first-person shooter Hard Reset. The game was developed by Flying Wild Hog and published by Gambitious Digital Entertainment. It was released on Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on June 3, 2016.
Hard Reset: Redux is set in a dystopian future where the world has been ravaged by a robot uprising. The player takes control of Major Fletcher, a soldier who is tasked with fighting his way through hordes of robots to reach the core of their network and shut it down.
The game features fast-paced, action-packed combat. Players will use a variety of weapons to defeat their enemies, including assault rifles, shotguns, sniper rifles, and rocket launchers. The game also features a variety of environmental hazards, such as fire, electricity, and radiation.
Hard Reset: Redux has been praised for its visuals, gameplay, and story. It has been compared to classic shooters such as Doom and Quake. The game has also been praised for its cyberpunk setting and its dark, gritty atmosphere.
Gameplay
Hard Reset: Redux is a fast-paced, action-packed first-person shooter. The game features a variety of weapons and environmental hazards that players must use to defeat their enemies. The game also features a variety of boss battles, each with their own unique mechanics.
The game’s combat is visceral and satisfying. Players will feel the power of their weapons as they tear through hordes of robots. The game also features a variety of environmental hazards, such as fire, electricity, and radiation. These hazards can be used to damage enemies or to create obstacles.
Hard Reset: Redux also features a variety of boss battles. Each boss has its own unique mechanics that players must learn in order to defeat them. The boss battles are challenging but fair, and they provide a great sense of accomplishment when defeated.
Story
Hard Reset: Redux is set in a dystopian future where the world has been ravaged by a robot uprising. The player takes control of Major Fletcher, a soldier who is tasked with fighting his way through hordes of robots to reach the core of their network and shut it down.
The game’s story is told through a series of cutscenes and in-game dialogue. The story is well-written and engaging, and it does a good job of setting up the game’s world and characters.
Visuals
Hard Reset: Redux features stunning visuals. The game’s environments are detailed and atmospheric, and the character models are well-animated. The game also features a variety of visual effects, such as fire, electricity, and radiation. These effects help to create a sense of immersion and realism.
Music
Hard Reset: Redux features a driving electronic soundtrack that perfectly complements the game’s fast-paced action. The soundtrack is composed by Krzysztof Wierzynkiewicz, who also composed the soundtrack for the original Hard Reset.
Reception
Hard Reset: Redux has been praised by critics for its visuals, gameplay, and story. The game has been compared to classic shooters such as Doom and Quake. It has also been praised for its cyberpunk setting and its dark, gritty atmosphere.
Hard Reset: Redux has been a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. The game has also been nominated for several awards, including the Golden Joystick Award for Best Shooter.
Conclusion
Hard Reset: Redux is a must-play for fans of cyberpunk shooters. It’s a beautifully realized world with over-the-top destruction and a challenging campaign. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, action-packed shooter, then Hard Reset: Redux is the game for you.
Review Score
8.5/10