Our Verdict

The game delivers believable virtual actors and a sci-fi horror that's at once familiar and fresh, but Directive 8020's focus on lacklustre survival-horror gameplay over a meaningful, choice-driven narrative dilutes what originally made the studio's brand of cinematic horror stand out.

For

Strong performances enhanced by Unreal 5

Effective mix of optimistic sci-fi with body horror

Feels like an episodic TV show

Against

Basic stealth and exploration

Turning Points dilutes stakes

A divisive twist

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