CONSORTIUM

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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 59 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 34 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 59
  3. Negative: 11 out of 59

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  1. MoarCowbell
    Jan 26, 2014
    9
    For me, this game sets the bar very high for the new year, and is probably the best game I've played years. After playing the likes of Walking Dead, which left a bitter taste in my mouth when it was absurdly clear that your choices made so little impact that it wasn't worth playing, Consortium actually restored my faith in these types of games (which rely on story and interaction overFor me, this game sets the bar very high for the new year, and is probably the best game I've played years. After playing the likes of Walking Dead, which left a bitter taste in my mouth when it was absurdly clear that your choices made so little impact that it wasn't worth playing, Consortium actually restored my faith in these types of games (which rely on story and interaction over combat-type gameplay)

    For reference, I played this at the end of January 2014, and I haven't experienced any serious bugs or errors.

    In short, well worth the play.    … Expand
  2. Ufon
    May 3, 2014
    10
    This game it's absolutely stunning in the way how to tell a story. For me it's have everything, good written characters and voices, great screenplay and very detailed lore.
    The game mechanics are great, your choices make a difference, every game its different, i have never seen such a replayability.
    And I like the graphics, it's suits the game. About the bugs, I was waiting to patch    This game it's absolutely stunning in the way how to tell a story. For me it's have everything, good written characters and voices, great screenplay and very detailed lore.
    The game mechanics are great, your choices make a difference, every game its different, i have never seen such a replayability.

    And I like the graphics, it's suits the game.

    About the bugs, I was waiting to patch 1.2 and they did good job, not a single crash or bug. I have played the game for 17 hours (finished it twice). Only some graphic glitches, nothing serious.    … Expand
  3. syoung27
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    This game is incredibly, and unlike anything else I've found on Steam. The branching storyline and investigations really keep you engaged, and the multiple paths in the game means nothing can be taken for granted (e.g., did your comments at Time X influence Time Y? What happens if you don't uncover the truth?"). Give this game a shot.
  4. bthomson
    Jul 24, 2014
    10
    CONSORTIUM is one of those tricky games that will make you ponder over what could have been possible if the team had an unlimited budget and unlimited time to work. It gives you a taste and leaves you wanting much, much more.

    In particular the first time through is quite exciting. Although you're on rails, of course, it's not always obvious where the rails are. Replaying the game to    CONSORTIUM is one of those tricky games that will make you ponder over what could have been possible if the team had an unlimited budget and unlimited time to work. It gives you a taste and leaves you wanting much, much more.

    In particular the first time through is quite exciting. Although you're on rails, of course, it's not always obvious where the rails are. Replaying the game to find the ways in which scenes can be altered is fun, but also bittersweet because you'll see the limits of what was possible.

    The voice acting and direction are both excellent, and are critical to the experience (this game would not be nearly as interesting without the voice acting).

    I feel it deserves a 10 not because it's perfect (it isn't, not even close), but because it really is a "must-play" for fans of the genre. Play CONSORTIUM, and wonder about what's possible for this medium.    … Expand
  5. Lazybonez
    Mar 15, 2016
    9
    Consortium is unlike any game I've played before, and I mean that in the best way possible. It is one of those games that impacts you and keeps you thinking about it long after you play it. In this game, you don't play as another person but you play as yourself controlling an unknowing real-life person from an alternate version of reality set in the year 2024.

    It's a story-driven sci-fi    Consortium is unlike any game I've played before, and I mean that in the best way possible. It is one of those games that impacts you and keeps you thinking about it long after you play it. In this game, you don't play as another person but you play as yourself controlling an unknowing real-life person from an alternate version of reality set in the year 2024.

    It's a story-driven sci-fi rpg with fps elements. How the story unfolds is dependent on how you choose to play. The game is very similar to the Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Mass Effect's (to name the big ones) take on plot progression by interacting with NPCs through a conversation tree. The conversation tree is the core game mechanic and it is done really well. Fully voiced conversations have many possible choices and feels very natural. The voice acting is great and the character development is superb.

    The graphics are very cartooney and I honestly think the shadow textures are some of the worst I've seen, ever. Performance isn't where it should be, either. Despite these issues, Consortium is still one of the most immersive games I have played in a long time. That says a lot. I was very impressed at how encompassing the world is and the backstory is super fleshed-out.

    The shooting mechanics are also sub-par. I only had to use my weapon once in my story, but your story will most definitely be different and you may choose to use your weapon more. Don't get this game if you are looking for a shooter, that isn't what this game is about.

    The story is pretty short in length, but rich with substance and a high replayabilty value. All-around I have really enjoyed this game. The story is captivating and impactful. I want to give it 10/10 but I have to take off something for the gun mechanics and performance issues. For what this game set out to do, I think has gone beyond.

    I really hope the sequel gets funded because I really want to finish the story.    … Expand
  6. Cruxxor
    Jan 28, 2014
    10
    Simply one of most amazing games Ive ever played. It just blown my mind. If you love true RPG, where your choices really matters, with intriguing story and characters, this game is for you. I've finished this game 5 times now, and on every playthrough i see completely different content. Replayability of this title is insane.

    But, yeah, if you're looking for another generic COD-like    Simply one of most amazing games Ive ever played. It just blown my mind. If you love true RPG, where your choices really matters, with intriguing story and characters, this game is for you. I've finished this game 5 times now, and on every playthrough i see completely different content. Replayability of this title is insane.

    But, yeah, if you're looking for another generic COD-like stupid shooter - Don't buy it. You'll be disappointed. Not much combat here, and you can talk your way out of any fight if you are smart.

    COD-lovers gonna hate, but i didn't have such fun playing video game since first Deus Ex.    … Expand
  7. SpaceOsysseus
    Jan 12, 2014
    9
    This is one of the best games I've played in months, it's really intelligently designed. The entire game takes place on a single ship allowing for an incredibly complex and challenging narrative that includes a murder mystery you won't solve on your first try, a strange framing device that includes you as the player into the story, and a slew of colorful characters that you'll learn toThis is one of the best games I've played in months, it's really intelligently designed. The entire game takes place on a single ship allowing for an incredibly complex and challenging narrative that includes a murder mystery you won't solve on your first try, a strange framing device that includes you as the player into the story, and a slew of colorful characters that you'll learn to trust and mistrust all at the same time. It's amazing what they've done with a $70,000 Kickstarter.… Expand
  8. Warlord8
    Jan 9, 2014
    9
    Sure, the product has some problems with the graphics and it's a bit undertone for what regards the menus or the UI, but... but. I don't know why, but I like it.

    Maybe because I have a story and some real charachters in front of me, maybe because I am not having only GRAPHICS to rule the price of the game. I like Consortium. I honestly felt to be myself on the ship, and I forced myself    Sure, the product has some problems with the graphics and it's a bit undertone for what regards the menus or the UI, but... but. I don't know why, but I like it.

    Maybe because I have a story and some real charachters in front of me, maybe because I am not having only GRAPHICS to rule the price of the game. I like Consortium. I honestly felt to be myself on the ship, and I forced myself to act as I would in similar situations.

    It's a game not for everyone I fear though. Nowadays everyone wants graphics, loot, violence, action, shooting... this game turns the tide and focus entirely on the story. Damn for the first time after Mass Effect saga I felt that what I decided, no... what I said ! was worth something different in the story arch.

    If you like a game with a story and you want to be part of it , buy it. Otherwise, if you search something action oriented and to not face the consequences of your actions, go elsewhere.    … Expand
  9. Skyhawk02
    Jan 11, 2014
    10
    If you like interactive story games then this is one of the best so far. The game actually lets you wield your own influence over the characters and narrative, unlike a certain sci fi trilogy.
  10. Androu
    Feb 1, 2014
    8
    Great game, really! Plz read my review, it makes more sense than the haters' ones. I disagree with IGN according to the story topic. Consortium has, indeed, an awesome and mysterious story. I got envolved into it in the first minutes of gameplay. This game has that "your actions care in story-progressing" thing, like in Mass Effect of Star Wars: Knights of Old Republic. You can choose whoGreat game, really! Plz read my review, it makes more sense than the haters' ones. I disagree with IGN according to the story topic. Consortium has, indeed, an awesome and mysterious story. I got envolved into it in the first minutes of gameplay. This game has that "your actions care in story-progressing" thing, like in Mass Effect of Star Wars: Knights of Old Republic. You can choose who you want to make friends with and who are the people you don't like in your universe. These mecanics are awesome! Don't play if you are lookin for a Call of Duty shotting stuff though. Consortium has its shotting moments, but they are not as complex and well made as in the big shotters games. You should play it for the story and new mechanics. It's graphics are not good and it has some major bugs/glitches issues, but these negative aspects should not make you avoid it. Give it a chance!! I'm looking foward to playing Consortium's sequence!… Expand
  11. Zacpod
    May 3, 2016
    10
    As a first chapter to a larger story this game is just about perfect.
    "Murder on the Deus Ex Express" played out in real time.
    Game is short. Around 4 hrs. However, you'll play through it at least 3 times. Requires multiple play-throughs before you have a hope of solving it. If you love a game that makes you think instead of fight then this is a game for you. If you ever tried to    As a first chapter to a larger story this game is just about perfect.
    "Murder on the Deus Ex Express" played out in real time.
    Game is short. Around 4 hrs. However, you'll play through it at least 3 times.
    Requires multiple play-throughs before you have a hope of solving it.

    If you love a game that makes you think instead of fight then this is a game for you.
    If you ever tried to play Deus Ex using conversation and stealth instead of just killing everything, then you owe it to yourself to give this game a try.
    However, if you think CoD:Ghosts was good, then stay away from this one - you're not smart enough to enjoy it.    … Expand

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 14
  3. Negative: 2 out of 14
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 7, 2014
    80
    This dialogue based RPG has fallen into the trap of its own ambition. One can only hope that the potential next installment might be able to avoid it. [Issue #239]
  2. Riot Pixels
    Mar 23, 2014
    35
    An overly ambitious, tedious, shockingly short game.
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  3. Games.cz
    Feb 17, 2014
    60
    In a horrendous package, Consortium hurts your feelings, and dresses you in a futuristic uniform, in which you'll feel the impact of your decisions, so you'll get to know slightly different stories. In any case, prepare for many uncomfortable compromises.
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