Transient

Transient is quite a pretty game that manages to mix and match cyberpunk vibes from Observer with some quirky Lovecraftian stuff. But the lack of a coherent storyline, interesting puzzles, and a better motivation for main protagonist to dive deep into past events is sadly hard to ignore. Plus all those references to some old retro classics seems rather out of place here.

Transient has many interesting qualities that make it stand out as an experience. Sadly, it feels a bit rushed and the gameplay never really moves past just being a vehicle for the narrative. When melding Lovecraft with cyberpunk, Transient focuses on having the former as the core of the story, while using the latter as its shell. It works surprisingly well for the most part, but left me wanting more cyberpunk on a thematic level. Overall, Transient is a title worth playing primarily for those looking for a Lovecraftian experience wrapped in a beautiful cyberpunk package.

Transient is an original take on Lovecraft’s mythology, enriched by cyberpunk influences and breathtaking scenarios. Sadly, in this puzzle-adventure game, npcs are too static and some puzzles are clunky.

Transient is what you get if Dear Esther donned Nyarlathotep's mantle, had some superficial puzzles and was drenched in neon colours. From the talented creators of Conarium and Darkness Within games, we had come to expect something more engaging on their fourth endeavour.

Cyberpunk and Lovecraft... It's a weird crossover but worth to try. Transient is a good game but it could be better.

Transient deserves recognition for seamlessly concocting a stunning blend of sci-fi and Lovecraftian horror, but it deserves more space to fully come to fruition than what it’s afforded here.

Transient had an opportunity to create a unique and exciting experience with its unusual mixture of cyberpunk and H.P. Lovecraft. Sadly, the lack of a coherent story and boring gameplay cause it to fall short of what ultimately might have been. I give it credit for coming to a sort of conclusion after the credits have rolled, but by that point, it was too little, too late.

At its core, Transient is a decent game with some avoidable issues. The title has some extremely strong visual elements and powerful thematic ties to the genres it loves, and as such fans of cyberpunk and Lovecraftian horror will find things to enjoy here. However, its narrative feels quite sluggish and convoluted, lessening its overall impact.