2064: Read Only Memories

 PlayStation 4
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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 554 Ratings

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  1. Vinceral
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    Trailers looked decent, game was very lacking in gameplay. Artstyle is okey i guess? If it where released a couple of years ago when the whole "pixel" look wasnt a fad then it might have been somewhat original. Now it just drowns in a sea of uninspired Unity games garbage.
  2. g35spaceship
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    This is easily the worst thing i have ever experienced while alive on this planet. Im not talking about JUST the crappy animation style and artwork. Or the complete lack of fun to be found in this game. This game shows NO effort put into it. Its quite terrible, honestly ive never wanted to kill myself so badly after playing a video game. The creator of the video game has to beg people forThis is easily the worst thing i have ever experienced while alive on this planet. Im not talking about JUST the crappy animation style and artwork. Or the complete lack of fun to be found in this game. This game shows NO effort put into it. Its quite terrible, honestly ive never wanted to kill myself so badly after playing a video game. The creator of the video game has to beg people for a good review and insult the audience.. why? the game is crap and they cant accept the fact or any criticism for improvement. its just "youre all stupid dont buy my game were being brigaded" no. your game sucks. sorry man.… Expand
  3. Benja367
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    game sucks a lot
  4. TommyMc
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    I turn down the lights, fire up the game, and what do I get? Pure unadulterated crap. The game is flawed in every way. The controls are stiff and not responsive, which for this type of game seems like a huge setback from the get go. Now the setting is "cyberpunk" which is hardly noticeable other than the color pallet being neon colors. The tone of the world isn't cyberpunk which yetI turn down the lights, fire up the game, and what do I get? Pure unadulterated crap. The game is flawed in every way. The controls are stiff and not responsive, which for this type of game seems like a huge setback from the get go. Now the setting is "cyberpunk" which is hardly noticeable other than the color pallet being neon colors. The tone of the world isn't cyberpunk which yet another huge let down. Feels like you are being told that "this is cyberpunk" and doesn't really fit in the whole fifth element, shadowrun feel you would normally come to expect from a game claiming to have a cyber punk vibe. It really seems like a game you would only enjoy on drugs, but you are really only enjoying the high of the drugs and the game is just there.… Expand
  5. XanGambit
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    i WANT A REFUND! WHAT A PATHETIC GAME!

    Boring, crappy sound, atrocious and annoying character development, and just non-existent meaningful game play. I waited for release date for this game. Downloaded it straight away. I feel I've been ripped off. I've flagged these developers. Never buying another game from them again. What a joke!
  6. kyleedingo
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    One of the greatest games in a generation from one of the most on-target developers. Mesmerizing visuals, exceptional character depth. One in a million!
  7. Chaosmaker
    Apr 18, 2017
    3
    Another bland title capitalizing both on retro pixel graphics and political controversy. While graphics are kinda cute, the game itself is boring, the characters are plastic and uninteresting, and the "puzzles" require the intelligence of a 7-year old.

    The game itself is wholly submerged in fake political drama, with every single character spewing strawman arguments. You'll hear about    Another bland title capitalizing both on retro pixel graphics and political controversy. While graphics are kinda cute, the game itself is boring, the characters are plastic and uninteresting, and the "puzzles" require the intelligence of a 7-year old.

    The game itself is wholly submerged in fake political drama, with every single character spewing strawman arguments. You'll hear about evil bad conservative protesters, all right. They'll even talk self-defeating speeches there so you will know to hate them!

    Did I mention boring characters? The worst is your robot assistant, with which you'll interact the most. He's annoying - there is one puzzle near the beginning where I kid you not, he explains it twice as long as solving that actual puzzle takes. Every other character is stupid or snarky (especially women of color). While playing, I longed for old communist cartoons I watched when growing up in Poland. They were less preachy than this game. And had better graphics.

    At the price tag of $19,99 it's not advisable to buy this game, mostly due to the very low level of challenge and paper-thin story.    … Expand
  8. FlapjacksNsyrup
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    There's no other way to put it - just an awful game. Horrible controls and gameplay feels lacking. Safe bet just to skip this and save the money. Most I would pay for this is maybe $1.99 and even then, you can find better games for that price.
  9. JoeDimaggio
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    Completely uninspired garbage. As other people have mentioned, for a story driven game, the story is utterly lacking. Genuinely feels like it was written for a highschool English project, and by a particularly unimaginative student at that. Each character is bland and forgettable, using nontraditional sexuality and gender in a shallow attempt to give them depth. The voice acting wasCompletely uninspired garbage. As other people have mentioned, for a story driven game, the story is utterly lacking. Genuinely feels like it was written for a highschool English project, and by a particularly unimaginative student at that. Each character is bland and forgettable, using nontraditional sexuality and gender in a shallow attempt to give them depth. The voice acting was also incredibly disappointing, and there is no excuse for this given the nature of games with little active gameplay.

    To the developers: I would not have even come here to rate this game, I don't use metacritic, but after seeing you blame the review score on "alt right trolls", I had to chime in. In fact, after reading some of the 10/10 reviews, it appears that the only positive reactions you have gotten are based on your political leanings rather than gameplay elements.

    If you want to sit through a few hours of PBS Kids style feel good **** this is the game for you. If you want decent gameplay and a substantive, intelligent storyline, please don't purchase this game.    … Expand
  10. PizzaSoftDrink6
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    Another boring "game" that's not actually a game, but a walking simulator with no interesting story. It would be a better use of your time to purchase paint and watch it dry.
  11. username1222
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    This game was bad, so bad I quit after three or four hours despite having paid for it. It has no redeeming quality. It's just a mess of bugs and missed opportunities. I wish I could have my time, and money, back.
  12. frostini
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    I tried to play this game then after like 15 minutes I went back to minecraft. I thought it was 'cyberpunk' but I guess I was punk'd.

    It got to the point where I tried to use the gun that was given to me on Turing and TomCat(your two main NPC's throughout the game's journey) to see if I could get some sort of negative reaction yet I guess I was just threatening to pull the gun not    I tried to play this game then after like 15 minutes I went back to minecraft. I thought it was 'cyberpunk' but I guess I was punk'd.

    It got to the point where I tried to use the gun that was given to me on Turing and TomCat(your two main NPC's throughout the game's journey) to see if I could get some sort of negative reaction yet I guess I was just threatening to pull the gun not actually doing it. Ehhhh this game was a waste of time-if you're looking for an inexpensive story game just buy ANY of the TellTale games-even the badly reviewed older ones, and you will have a better experience.    … Expand
  13. ryanroush
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    I thought it had potential, but the the puzzles and general gameplay was redundant and quickly became more tedious than fun. The characters were rather droll, but overall stereotypical and even somewhat offensive, yet far from memorable. Overall, lacking in thematic substance and technical challenge.
  14. thekeeblerelf
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    Game was a colossal waste of my time how I spent even an hour playing this is beyond me! The old pong have was more entertaining than this garbage, if i could get a full refund I'd do it in a heartbeat.
  15. mememaster69
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    The developers need a few lessons in subtlety. Trying to inject politics into a game is risky to begin with. Literally punishing the player for not agreeing with their stances is ridiculous. The game needs a refund option for those who didn't know they weren't actually buying a game designed for the player to enjoy and instead a talking points adventure game.

    Graphics, sound and even    The developers need a few lessons in subtlety. Trying to inject politics into a game is risky to begin with. Literally punishing the player for not agreeing with their stances is ridiculous. The game needs a refund option for those who didn't know they weren't actually buying a game designed for the player to enjoy and instead a talking points adventure game.

    Graphics, sound and even gameplay all fall to the side when a game no longer becomes a game and instead an interactive liberal arts degree.

    I wonder how many H-1B abusers were used to make this, that certainly would explain the tone used throughout it.    … Expand
  16. gaviidae
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    This was not the game I was expecting. I don't know who the developers were making the game for but it certainly wasn't me. Wish I hadn't wasted my money.
  17. Bookereon
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    This game made me feel warm and good deep down. It's a good story, and the tone of the game through and through is just great, it's an excellent science fiction game.
  18. JeffMyNameIs
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    I saw the developers pushing this game claiming some kind of controversy of alt-right folks voting it down. They asked folks that enjoyed it to vote it up. curious I bought it and played it. I can't finish it because it's really boring, the story is boring, really the only redeeming factor is the characters have some depth but they are all far left characters smug about their superiority.I saw the developers pushing this game claiming some kind of controversy of alt-right folks voting it down. They asked folks that enjoyed it to vote it up. curious I bought it and played it. I can't finish it because it's really boring, the story is boring, really the only redeeming factor is the characters have some depth but they are all far left characters smug about their superiority. I like retro games but I don't like how this looks, The pixel art is bad, there is no separation between the foreground and the background, it's too busy and not obvious about what things are. It's also only pixilated, it's not actually consistent with a retro look. Example, the color pallets are huge and draw from colors only available on high bit modern systems. Why have giant pixels that look 8-16 bit then use large color pallets? The high quality voice audio mixed in with 8 bit digital effects is grating. I really don't like this **** of art styles.… Expand
  19. Sawatdeekrub
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    All around weak and boring a very amateurish effort. Plenty of better games around much more deserving of your money. Ok maybe the graphics are kind of OK.
  20. Banzo
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    Games controls are sloppy, art is uninspired, writing feels like it was done from a new person on fanfiction.net. All in all an amateur game. I don't see how this game could be considered good by an objective standard.
  21. chiggyz
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    Repetitive and boring, bad attempt at retro. NOT worth full price at 19.99. If you have to have it, wait until it's deeply discounted, or better yet skip it and buy ANYTHING else. Salt and Sanctuary is cheaper and far better. Frankly burning a 20 dollar bill is more fun than this excuse for a game. Avoid.
  22. dahamper
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    What an enormous piece of garbage. I had no fun playing this bland, boring, cringy game. The music was awful, too. I'd rather listen to Hillary REEEEEing on repeat. Please stop making video games.
  23. Derpington_2017
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    Long winded and boring game, lacking direction and relying on outdated tropes to push divisive narratives. Bordering on racially discriminatory micro-aggressions and non-inclusive uses of gender charged langauge from NPCs.

    Terrible, low energy game. Sad.
  24. gsantiago
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    I didn't give this game a zero because I'm a fan of the genre and usually support indy projects. However, this game's content is the worst I have ever seen. I programmed better games when I was in 7th grade. Don't waste your time or money on this title.
  25. TyronePointer
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    This is a game that clearly cares more about messaging than gameplay or user experience. I have to assume that 'all their friends' thought it was great, and wonder if there was anything beyond a minimal QA process. It doesn't perform well, leaves the user feeling empty. Cyberpunk should be fresh and dazzling; this game is neither. Pedestrian retread.
  26. candyman6969
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    This game is pretty awful. I gave it a try hoping it would get better but it didn't. Pretty much every element of the game was a miss. Not trying to be mean
  27. EnixSquared
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    It feels like a shell of a game and the writing is terribly sloppy and forced. Basically if you distilled a cringe compilation into a game and added some decent visuals
  28. drazah
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    Was looking forward to this game, but unfortunately it is far too buggy to play. Constantly losing frames and it often closes itself, losing all my progress.
  29. Cutemonster
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    I own both the original ROM and got 2064 from a Humble Bundle. If you like Kojima adventure games like Snatcher this game is definitely for you, no further reading is required. Go play the game, you'll enjoy it. If you see a negative review for this game it is highly likely that they just came here because they were told to try and drop the score but some angry kid with an agenda. If youI own both the original ROM and got 2064 from a Humble Bundle. If you like Kojima adventure games like Snatcher this game is definitely for you, no further reading is required. Go play the game, you'll enjoy it. If you see a negative review for this game it is highly likely that they just came here because they were told to try and drop the score but some angry kid with an agenda. If you don't like adventure games this might not be for you, it's not a perfect game but its very well done, especially given the restraints of the genre.

    The game is purposefully a throwback to an older era of adventure games. The pixel art supports this well and reads crisply while having a destinct style of its own. Rarely did I find myself hunting for pixels. The music of this game both fits the style of the games it's inspired by while being a good soundtrack overall. The music is done by artist 2Mellow of Chrono Jigga fame and I would love to see him produce more for video games if this is any merit.

    The story is good. Some twists and turns that aren't too predictable though this is a noir cyberpunk and plays to it's tropes. 2064 fixes alot of issues of certain characters being a bit more one dimensional than in the original ROM and is a welcome fix. There is enough going on and enough for you to change for the interactivity to be engaging. Occasional puzzles break things up and have been improved slightly since the original as well. Most of the voice acting is done quite well definitely adds to many already memorable characters.

    Honestly the most impressive thing about this game, having realistically depicted and statistically accurate demographics for future San Francisco should not be impressive. This should be the bar that most games strive to meet, not that every story needs to have as much diversity but having a game match real life statistics shouldn't be as difficult as it is. Not everyone in the game is LGBT, but realistically characters that are gay or trans will spend time with people in similar situations. The world feels authentic for what it is going for.

    Is this game perfect? No, sometimes you will wander around not knowing what to do and like any adventure game there is a bit of logic you have to dance around when progressing through the game. But for what it aims to do, that is an interesting small dev team's take on a Snatcher style game with good writing for it's LGBT characters, the game succeeds. I look forward to seeing more games like this since gaming can be so broad for different types of games and gamers.    … Expand
  30. ohboyitsthisone
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    Unfortunately, I feel like this game was meant to be made as a statement rather than an actual piece of enjoyable media.

    It is very regrettable that the developers decided to use this media as a platform to browbeat viewers with their political viewpoints, but as most people can well see, their supporters feel the same way about anyone who disagrees with them. The music is passable,    Unfortunately, I feel like this game was meant to be made as a statement rather than an actual piece of enjoyable media.

    It is very regrettable that the developers decided to use this media as a platform to browbeat viewers with their political viewpoints, but as most people can well see, their supporters feel the same way about anyone who disagrees with them.

    The music is passable, the graphics are mediocre, and the story is very much up its own ass. The developers should be ashamed for using politics as a means for monetary gain, they are worse than the strawmen they point to in the game or on their Twitter.    … Expand
  31. Bunhious
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Breathes new life into a thoroughly neglected genre. And with a strong emphasis on inclusion! A few gameplay and story pitfalls are easily overlooked when this game is just overflowing with heart and style. It's one of my favorite indie titles of the past 5 years and I will come back to it time and again, no doubt.
  32. MeowMix64
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    I honestly loved my time with ROM. It felt like a true PnC title from the 90's while updated and streamlined so the story can progress. It's very VERY text heavy, but the world told is realized and thoughtful. There's very honest questions that come up, and deals with those questions is a satisfying manner. As mentioned, the game is very text heavy and that could turn off a large part ofI honestly loved my time with ROM. It felt like a true PnC title from the 90's while updated and streamlined so the story can progress. It's very VERY text heavy, but the world told is realized and thoughtful. There's very honest questions that come up, and deals with those questions is a satisfying manner. As mentioned, the game is very text heavy and that could turn off a large part of the audience who might want to enjoy the world but feel that the story slogs too much. Besides that, the new update really brings a whole new life to this game if you've played it before the 2064 update.… Expand
  33. sam_of_legend
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Could gush about the game's looks and writing all day but do yourself a favor and just go play the game. Interesting to note that 100% of the user ratings below a 5 never actually played the game or seen a naked woman irl. Wouldn't be surprised if the bulk of these are from the same people. Sad!
  34. thoughts82
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    Uninspired design in terms of both gameplay and characters. Glitches galore. With so many great games out there to play I honestly can't find a redeeming quality for this... There's no real pull or aspect that sets it above the rest. Don't waste your time.
  35. Beowufknight
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    SJW trash agenda pushed into a game. The entire game is nothing but one big left wing message. Do not buy this trash and for the love of god to not encourage this type of crap to keep getting put out!
  36. lusopho
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    I really wanted to like 2064 and had high hopes after seeing some of the trailers. Sadly, the ads for the game are more enjoyable than the game itself!

    The problem stems, I think, from the lack of intuitive narrative that a futuristic genre game like this requires for immersive gameplay. The "challenges" are rote and have been rehashed over and over again in precursors to 2064. The    I really wanted to like 2064 and had high hopes after seeing some of the trailers. Sadly, the ads for the game are more enjoyable than the game itself!

    The problem stems, I think, from the lack of intuitive narrative that a futuristic genre game like this requires for immersive gameplay. The "challenges" are rote and have been rehashed over and over again in precursors to 2064.

    The characters (to the extent they are developed) are very two dimensional.

    I would skip this game and save your money.    … Expand
  37. criticalmeta
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    I was hoping for the throwback feelgood game shown in the trailers but it was honestly weak in every aspect. Huge disappointment and likely a historical tale of how not to promote a game pretending to be entertaining.
  38. thirsten55
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    Gameplay feels very outdated and unstable, crashed multiply times.
    There's a lot better out there, the day after I finished the game I realized that I really don't have any memories about the story....and that says a lot.
    Honestly simply not worth the time or money.
  39. embeing
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    This is a delightful little scifi game about having a robot buddy and how much you want to love them for being a cute robot pet but robots aren't pets they're people. Love them, but respect them for who they are.
  40. macroflation
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    if you like games with great music, engaging characters, clever puzzles, adorable robots, and people from various parts of the LGBT community (in the game and on the creation team), then you should absolutely play 2064: Read Only Memories. and if you liked VA-11 HALL-A, you should ABSOLUTELY play 2064: Read Only Memories, because they exist within the same universe and take place within aif you like games with great music, engaging characters, clever puzzles, adorable robots, and people from various parts of the LGBT community (in the game and on the creation team), then you should absolutely play 2064: Read Only Memories. and if you liked VA-11 HALL-A, you should ABSOLUTELY play 2064: Read Only Memories, because they exist within the same universe and take place within a decade of one another.

    the game involves mysteries, puzzles, action, and all sorts of good stuff. plus you get to carry around a carton of spoiled milk the entire game and try interacting with things with it while your partner, the worlds most adorable robot, tells you that you should absolutely not do that. what more could you ask for?    … Expand
  41. schmendrick07
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    A well executed love letter to adventure games and 90's cyberpunk themes. If those two aesthetics sound good to you you can't do much better than this in 2016.
  42. antimonycup
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    Very thinly veiled political push behind this narrative, which I can actually forgive if the rest of the game rocks and all the nuts and bolts are in place and perform smoothly, but nah. Unimaginative naming protocols. Neo this neo that. Flat and tepid writing. Also very annoying soundtrack. Voice acting has that boring millennial twang that doesn't mesh at all with some of the archaicVery thinly veiled political push behind this narrative, which I can actually forgive if the rest of the game rocks and all the nuts and bolts are in place and perform smoothly, but nah. Unimaginative naming protocols. Neo this neo that. Flat and tepid writing. Also very annoying soundtrack. Voice acting has that boring millennial twang that doesn't mesh at all with some of the archaic lingo.
    This is hollow propaganda wrapped in cheap plastic. Do not spend your money. Do not recommend. Will never buy anything from midboss again and any of my friends that do, I will hound and rag on.    … Expand
  43. LaughingGear
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    A brilliant mix between an adventure game and a visual novel. Probably my favourite of this genre since the original Ace Attorney games with smart writing and memorable characters.
  44. BlackMonday
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    I didn't find the game enjoyable.
    It was slow-paced, the characters were not entertaining and the story was bland.
    Not really a game for me, and I've enjoyed literal walking simulators like Esther and Firewatch.
  45. Maxtimot
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    Pretty good Point 'n' Click, reminded me the good old one from LucasArt 90's era. The whole game is very well written not to mention the voice acting that definitely fits every characters, most of dialogues made me chuckle, there's a whole lot of situations that were very close of older point'n'clicks (the part where you get to choose a special kind of cocktail is very close to PhattPretty good Point 'n' Click, reminded me the good old one from LucasArt 90's era. The whole game is very well written not to mention the voice acting that definitely fits every characters, most of dialogues made me chuckle, there's a whole lot of situations that were very close of older point'n'clicks (the part where you get to choose a special kind of cocktail is very close to Phatt City's Library search from Monkey Island 2). The scenario, while not being the most unconventional, was interesting enough for me to actually want to finish the game.
    Character development is well thought, not only there is -finally- more than enough diversity through the whole game so that it don't feels like a plain Hollywoodian blockbuster's script, but we get a lot of colourful characters, which everyone seems relatable in some way.

    The graphics overall are okay, it's your usual old-school pixel art indie game with a neon palette. Animations are well made, especially facial animation during dialogues. Nothing spectacular but it really does the job.

    Gameplay is, well it's a Point 'n' Click, so mostly based on story and choices, puzzles could have been a little more harder, but all the dialogues makes it a good game. Though it does not keep to the same interface everytime so you don't get bored with it.

    Soundtrack is definitely good, all the musics are super chill to listen and some of them are really catchy, if that game was only made of the music player with these soundtrack, I would still buy it (though I wouldn't write the same review); voice acting makes a really nice addition to the game, as I stated before, it really seems they found the right actor for everyone, even simple background character. We have dubbing on the same level as Steven Universe except there is no songs (though I haven't 100% completed the game so maybe I'm mistaken).

    If I had to summarize this game in one word: H A S S Y !    … Expand
  46. JoeTouhou
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    Read Only Memories was a really enjoyable experience, with many cute and memorable characters! I recommend it to anyone who's a fan of interesting sci-fi narratives that aren't all noir-esque or grimdark, especially if you like having lgbt characters that aren't just tragedy-porn. I consider it an 8 or 9 out of 10, but for the purpose of combating garbage review-bombers, I'm giving it a 10.
  47. KeKsst2
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    2064: Read Only Memories is a cyberpunk point & click adventure game that takes place in Neo-San Francisco in the year 2064. While the soundtrack is good, the story makes the game really unappealing. There are better point & click games out there.
  48. Lugian
    Apr 18, 2017
    3
    Having heard about how groundbreaking and refreshing this game was, I was incredibly excited to see that it was coming to the PS4.
    I eagerly downloaded it on the day of release and took my time with it.
    I can honestly say I've rarely regretted buying a game quite this much. It was beyond dull. The first 30 minutes I kept telling myself "It's a slow build up, keep with it, it'll get    Having heard about how groundbreaking and refreshing this game was, I was incredibly excited to see that it was coming to the PS4.
    I eagerly downloaded it on the day of release and took my time with it.

    I can honestly say I've rarely regretted buying a game quite this much.
    It was beyond dull. The first 30 minutes I kept telling myself "It's a slow build up, keep with it, it'll get better" and... then I reached the end of the game (after a few hours, obviously) and honestly.... I felt like I wasted my time.

    The entire game is incredibly slow and, honestly, comes off as a little preachy.
    I am fully in support of rights and such for every type of person. I do not judge, and think everyone should live as they want.
    However, the plot and character development was legitimately obnoxious. At times I was convinced they'd ripped off the script of a Saturday morning cartoon PSA about identity politics...

    And don't get me started on the sound. The "voice acting" (I use quotations, as I feel it would do a disservice to people who put effort into their work) is atrocious. At points it sounded like they got the same woman to voice 5 different people, each with a slightly different vocal tone.

    Overall, honestly, it was just bland and forgettable. I have had more engagement and enjoyment from a choose-your-own-adventure game written by amateurs.
    Maybe this game was trying to appeal to those who have very strong political views, so maybe that's where I went wrong.

    On a side note, I'd like to give a shout out to the developers for going on Twitter and literally begging for good scores because their review section was "raided".
    I thought it was photoshoppped, or they'd been hacked, but nope. They actually did that.
    This is not a cool business practice. A game should not get a positive score because of something outside of the game.
    I'd like to think they'll grow up and learn from this, but they won't.
    Roll on their next poorly-voice-acted barely-game!    … Expand
  49. mongomcmichael
    Apr 18, 2017
    1
    Buggy and all around mediocre. Gameplay is completely uninspired. If you want to buy it to support the devs, that's understandable, but you'll ultimately be left with a very underwhelming game.
  50. spikepoint
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    I'm sure the creators of this game will no doubt be tired of my opinion on this game, without intention of being reductive, ROM (and the 2064 iteration) reminded me most of classic adventure game SNATCHER. I spent like 20 years awaiting an English release of that game's sequel, but we finally got what plays like a spiritual successor to that classic, and in that context ROM did notI'm sure the creators of this game will no doubt be tired of my opinion on this game, without intention of being reductive, ROM (and the 2064 iteration) reminded me most of classic adventure game SNATCHER. I spent like 20 years awaiting an English release of that game's sequel, but we finally got what plays like a spiritual successor to that classic, and in that context ROM did not disappoint me one bit. I see a lot of hate here for this games inclusion of diverse characters, so if the idea of characters unlike yourself bother you, you might want to skip this; but if you're a longtime gamer and want to play a NEW graphic adventure game in the style of some of the greatest- ROM is here for you.… Expand
  51. HikariOblivion
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Excellent soundtrack and VA in a very interesting storyline with fun characters. Definitely a great throwback to games like Snatcher. Also the fact it has the ire of trolls wanting to regress society to an imaginary ideal makes me like it even more.
  52. roguequit
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    The game is amazing. Voice acting makes it even more enoyable. Charming environment and really good writing. Don't listen to the alt-right **** Read Only Memories is great and worth playing.
  53. Switchbutton
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    An awful, uninspired, boring game with no actual gameplay. The game's story is completely void of any real meaning, and the gameplay just doesn't exist.

    The worst of the worst when it comes to walking simulators
  54. Ilovegaming
    Apr 18, 2017
    3
    This game might pass as good in another time period but these days standards are much higher and this game is simply not worth the money. Gaming is about value these days and this game just doesn't give you the value other games that are much cheaper, provide.

    Unfortunately the user reviews have been compromised by alt left and alt right nutters giving the game a 10 or a 0. Even    This game might pass as good in another time period but these days standards are much higher and this game is simply not worth the money. Gaming is about value these days and this game just doesn't give you the value other games that are much cheaper, provide.

    Unfortunately the user reviews have been compromised by alt left and alt right nutters giving the game a 10 or a 0. Even official reviewers seemed to have given this game overly favorable reviews as kind of a Trump protest. Anyway just saying the game is meh and with so many incredible games these days meh games should be skipped.    … Expand
  55. Spoob
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    This game is an absolute treat. It has a stellar soundtrack, lovely cyberpunk aesthetic, fascinating story, and endearing, diverse characters. If you're a fan of point and click adventure games, this is the game for you.
  56. Acrowman
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    This game genuinely surprised me for how incredible of a throwback adventure game it was...there are multiple ways to solve puzzles, the soundtrack and graphics are excellent, I fell in LOVE with the story and characters, and the whole thing just oozed with style and polish. Pretty incredible to have something like this come out in this day and age!
  57. sharkvince
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played the original Steam release of this game, and loved it. If you're into sci-fi with a dazzling character cast, give this a go. The soundtrack is incredible as well; listened to it long after I finished the game. Spoiler: This game contains milk.… Expand
  58. nightmargin
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Oh, where do I start!
    This game has been on my radar since like, what, 2014? I was quite excited about it at the time, and it did not disappoint!
    Great art direction (love the colors!), great music, also a robot is your friend.
    All around a wholesome package for fans of adventure games out there.
  59. AJTigner
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    i'm probably more of a 7 for what is an important and relevant story playfully told with relatively shallow gameplay, but certain petty morons who will harass and threaten anything that puts them in any other headspace besides busting a nut while shooting minorities in the face have rendered this a binary decision. Read Only Memories is a game that needed to exist much more than ai'm probably more of a 7 for what is an important and relevant story playfully told with relatively shallow gameplay, but certain petty morons who will harass and threaten anything that puts them in any other headspace besides busting a nut while shooting minorities in the face have rendered this a binary decision. Read Only Memories is a game that needed to exist much more than a thousandth Call of Duty or Dark Souls-like for twitchy adolescents to show off how well timed their button presses are. If it feels like you're being lectured to, it's probably because you haven't had a single godhonest conversation in your life that wasn't focused on abusing a stranger or yelling at your mom to buy you more pizza rolls. Play more games like this, listen to less people who want to rant about "mental illness" while unironically joining campaigns to sink small developers with little means of exposure.… Expand
  60. hank_hank_hank
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Awesome pixel art, cool take on cyberpunk tropes. I was a big fan of Snatcher, and I feel like Read Only Memories did a great job of taking the cooler parts from that game but modernizing them in several key ways. It's nice to see that the point and click adventure games haven't entirely disappeared. More cyberpunk games like this, please.
  61. MouseyB
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Deeply moved

    With a good sense of direction design wise, wonderful pixel art, and giving such a retro feel, it takes on the cyberpunk theme fantastically well, but mostly as an aesthetic, with a good soundtrack, and interesting characters it sure is a keeper!
  62. drolltergeist
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    2064 is by no means a PERFECT game, but I'm of the opinion that such things don't exist, anyway. What it does, it does well: good characters, strong writing, an immersive world, and tons of stuff to look at and explore. It's full of charm and authentically in love with its own premises, and plus, as everyone knows, the soundtrack is bangin'.
  63. jezzlucena
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    This is a great game. Great cyberpunk graphics, great storyline, a diverse cast and a more-than-underlying political message. I'd give it an 11 if I could.
  64. chrispwolf
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    I found this game's art incredibly charming. I love cyberpunk, and a brighter, more fun version of that genre was very refreshing. Great music, charming characters and a cool plot!
  65. not_good
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    Another indie pixel non game where you wonder around not doing **** because there isn't anything to actually do.

    The cyberpunk theme would be cool if it didn't look like a PBS kids show. You want to play a PBS kids show? No that's stupid, just like this game.
  66. Falcorps
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Ah it's subtle and beautiful piece of storytelling that has important insight into many issues we face today as humans (and beyond). It had a succinct and gorgeous aesthetic that shows the care put into its creation. I haven't played a game with better voice acting and I think that added so much to the balance of humor and heart in the game.
  67. QuestForTori
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    One of the best adventure games I have ever had the chance to play - a true evolution of the genre while also being a loving homage to the inspirations that preceded it. A soundtrack that I still hum to this day, unforgettable characters, and confident steps forward for representation in games. Highly recommended!
  68. Jimmyrustle9372
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    This game is completely unoriginal. If you're looking for a fun thought provoking story game, look elsewhere. Thankfully, the PS4 has a vast library of better games you can try instead. I do not recommend this one sadly.
  69. FireElegy
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    2064 ROM is a very charming game. I forgot I bought it and was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed the overall apeal of the game. I did have some dificulties with sections, but that didn't ruin my experience.
    I will that this game does kind of have a niche group of people who will enjoy it. Due to the types of characters and how the game playes in general. I and a good friend of    2064 ROM is a very charming game. I forgot I bought it and was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed the overall apeal of the game. I did have some dificulties with sections, but that didn't ruin my experience.
    I will that this game does kind of have a niche group of people who will enjoy it. Due to the types of characters and how the game playes in general. I and a good friend of mine enjoyed it fully.    … Expand
  70. yosempai
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Lush original music, and now some of the best damn voice acting I've heard in a video game in a long time. Get immersed in the story, setting and unique characters, and don't forget to use the headphones on everything!!!
  71. fastrathero
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    A lovely game with great pixel art and a soundtrack that SLAPS. The world leans toward an aesthetically brighter and bouncier vision of the future than most cyberpunk stories, which is refreshing for this oft explored setting. It's also one of the few games that lets you set custom pronouns for the player character; a little thing that meant a lot to me.
  72. Tekkie
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    The game did not meet expectations and has quite a few bugs that need to be ironed out. The characters were relatively bland as well. Hope to see a better effort next time.
  73. Lewmzi
    Apr 18, 2017
    8
    When nostalgic love letter to the old adventure games on Sega CD goes right. I came in for Snatcher, stayed with unique and captivating story, setting and broad, fun and well written bunch of character and good thrill of mystery. Extra points for very stellar pixel art and groovy tunes. Good stuff!
  74. UselessThing
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    Definitely not what I wanted from a video game like this. I recommend people avoid it so as to not encourage this sort of thing. Bit of a shame all round.
  75. medacris
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Beautiful pixel art with a cool, retro color scheme, a smart, snappy story, amazing voice acting, & lots of memorable, diverse characters-- just the way I like them. A must-play for aficionados of cyberpunk.
  76. lucharider
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    2064 ROM is a game about what make humans humans, about politics, about trees, about morality and duality and about you. Don't listen to the bad reviews, this game will give you insight and thoughts about what could happen in the future and what's going on right now around you. I would not spoil you but you can trust me in this one, you will love it
  77. segfaultvicta
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Fantastically well-written game. There are characters in the game who aren't straight cisgendered nerdboys! If this is a problem for you, probably don't play the game. If, like me, you want charming and excellent queer representation in your lightly transhumanism flavoured cyberpunk, though, definitely give this game a shot.

    Extra shout-out to the portrayal of Jess, who I would like to    Fantastically well-written game. There are characters in the game who aren't straight cisgendered nerdboys! If this is a problem for you, probably don't play the game. If, like me, you want charming and excellent queer representation in your lightly transhumanism flavoured cyberpunk, though, definitely give this game a shot.

    Extra shout-out to the portrayal of Jess, who I would like to see tear into the alt-right brigadiers leaving negative feedback clearly without having paid for or played the game whatsoever.    … Expand
  78. OldBiddy
    Apr 18, 2017
    0
    A "cyberpunk" "game" in which the player reads for three hours about how difficult life is for San Francisco socialites in a candy-colored robo-utopia where fursecution is the greatest threat to their comfortable lives.
  79. Inarizushi
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    I've played this game from start to finish a handful of times and it's definitely one of my favorites in recent memory. It's also the only game I can think of that actually asked me which pronouns to use, which I appreciated as a non-binary person.
  80. An4rchcorp
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    It's a great game with a great narrative and some super charming characters. Plus the voice acting is quite charming people like Jim Sterling and Dan Ryckert really delivered. Highly recommended
  81. kenjisalk
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    A wonderful throwback to classic adventure games/visual novels like Snatcher. Clever writing, awesome music, and an endearing cast of characters populate a world that feels both distant and all too familiar. Worth checking out! : )
  82. RevC
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    It's really quite cute, I've enjoyed it. The art style is lovely, I love the music, and the characters are enjoyable. I've not finished it yet, but I've spent a few hours so far enjoying a lovely game. I'd truly score it about 7/10, but the brigading is rather poor taste.
  83. Ninjaxenomorph
    Apr 18, 2017
    9
    I don't count many games as among my favorites, but this is definitely one of them. An homage to Kojima's SNATCHER, 2064 is a game about identity. No, not gender identity, but what makes something sapient. It's wrapped up in a good mystery with lots of great characters, music, and humor. I can never interact with a plant in a game the same way again.
  84. Xharos
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    This is an amazing game that captures what is actually good and important about videogames. It's pure fun from start to finish, I don't have any complains about the game really.
  85. Kanozu
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    A really great game, even for people who usually don't enjoy Point'n'click. Story's really interesting, but it was the character development who stuck the most to me. Soundtrack's aced too.
  86. foundthesun
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    ROM was one of the more enjoyable gaming experiences I had last year. It's a neat little point and click game set in a pretty rad future settings. The game has only gotten better with age since gaining the voice acting and all the extra goodies involved with the 2064 version. Smart writing, fun VAs, an eclectic cast of characters (including a bear, of all things), and one of the bestROM was one of the more enjoyable gaming experiences I had last year. It's a neat little point and click game set in a pretty rad future settings. The game has only gotten better with age since gaining the voice acting and all the extra goodies involved with the 2064 version. Smart writing, fun VAs, an eclectic cast of characters (including a bear, of all things), and one of the best little sidekicks (voiced now by TWDG's Clementine's VA) I've seen in these sorts of games had me glued to my computer to finish it. If you're looking for a game to spend an afternoon getting lost in, I heavily suggest you give this one a shot.… Expand
  87. flemishdog
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    a brilliant love letter to the Japanese Point & Click Adventures of the Late 80s and Early 90s. Good sprite work, very amusing dialogue and interesting story.
  88. theRooikat
    Feb 25, 2017
    10
    As someone who doesn't have the patience for point 'n click adventure games, 2064 has been a refreshing experience for the game is laser focused on maintaining it's pacing rather than throwing nonsensical adventure game puzzle logic at you. I was enraptured with the game's mystery and loved the characters, especially Turing & TOMCAT. If I were to nitpick, some of the voice acting was poorAs someone who doesn't have the patience for point 'n click adventure games, 2064 has been a refreshing experience for the game is laser focused on maintaining it's pacing rather than throwing nonsensical adventure game puzzle logic at you. I was enraptured with the game's mystery and loved the characters, especially Turing & TOMCAT. If I were to nitpick, some of the voice acting was poor which might have to do with the fact some of vo were from Internet personalities. Otherwise, I adored the game and definitely plan to Platinum it.… Expand
  89. OutlawTX
    Feb 1, 2017
    0
    Garbage game from a garbage developer. As a fan of the cyberpunk genre and growing up with games like Shadowrun, I picked it up. All this is is agenda pushing propaganda. Very poorly done propaganda....Garbage story, garbage sound, garbage gameplay. Get bent, Midboss! I wont make the mistake of buying anymore of your crap games.
  90. partyintheback
    Jan 30, 2017
    0
    I bought it, I played it, I regretted it. Go flip hamburgers, MidBoss, and stop making "games."

    If you're thinking about dropping money on this, rethink that. Give some money to charity instead.
  91. DonJoe
    Jan 30, 2017
    3
    I will admit that the game looks good; but in my experience the sound direction was generic and uninspired, the puzzles increasingly arbitrary as the game progressed and worst of all the story was utterly forgettable. If you are looking for a way to spend too much cash on something you will vaguely enjoy but forget about as soon as you've finished I might recommend it, but otherwise it isI will admit that the game looks good; but in my experience the sound direction was generic and uninspired, the puzzles increasingly arbitrary as the game progressed and worst of all the story was utterly forgettable. If you are looking for a way to spend too much cash on something you will vaguely enjoy but forget about as soon as you've finished I might recommend it, but otherwise it is not worth your time.… Expand
  92. BumbleBrand
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    What an experience, the game plays like a point 'n' click from the 90s and the aesthetic too reeks of the 90s, the characters are memorable and quirky, the music is brilliant and there are quite a number of endings to have you playing through multiple times, the storytelling is broken up every now and then by puzzles/mini games which is fine, although the last one is considerably difficultWhat an experience, the game plays like a point 'n' click from the 90s and the aesthetic too reeks of the 90s, the characters are memorable and quirky, the music is brilliant and there are quite a number of endings to have you playing through multiple times, the storytelling is broken up every now and then by puzzles/mini games which is fine, although the last one is considerably difficult and may frustrate sum. I recommend this game to anyone who wants a good story.… Expand
  93. theirstar
    Jan 21, 2017
    10
    Read Only Memories is a fascinating game. With amazing music from 2mello, graphics and UI that evokes classic 90s adventure games such as Snatcher.

    Taking place in the year 2064, in the city of Neo San-Francisco, 2064: Read Only Memories tells a story of intrigue and identity as the possible existence of the first sapient artificial life leads the player down a path of danger as they    Read Only Memories is a fascinating game. With amazing music from 2mello, graphics and UI that evokes classic 90s adventure games such as Snatcher.

    Taking place in the year 2064, in the city of Neo San-Francisco, 2064: Read Only Memories tells a story of intrigue and identity as the possible existence of the first sapient artificial life leads the player down a path of danger as they strive to figure out who is hunting this robot, and why.

    With clever, sharp dialogue and characterisation that defies expectations and the labourious rhythm of standard video game dialogue and development, 2064: Read Only Memories incorporates both the history of cyberpunk fiction with inspiration from the experiences of the LGBT+ community in the United States to tell a unique story of identity and self-actualization.

    Combining this with its bright, cheerful aesthetic and excellent sense of humour that ensures its points are never too heavy handed, 2064: Read Only Memories is one of the best graphic adventure games to be released in the last 15 years.    … Expand
  94. Alecj
    Jan 19, 2017
    4
    A mediocre retro adventure game with an overt left wing message. If you want to bathe in the glow of your prescribed progressive point of view, you will get far more out of 2064:ROM than i did. Its not a bad game but its virtually impossible to enjoy if you lament the inclusion of preachy politics in your video games.

    The issue with a game like ROM is, its built on the foundation of    A mediocre retro adventure game with an overt left wing message. If you want to bathe in the glow of your prescribed progressive point of view, you will get far more out of 2064:ROM than i did. Its not a bad game but its virtually impossible to enjoy if you lament the inclusion of preachy politics in your video games.

    The issue with a game like ROM is, its built on the foundation of its ideology. That causes anyone who disagrees with any of its premises to have trouble enjoying the experience. Even if you are apolitical and merely would like to get lost in a game, i fear its impossible to escape that hammer the game bangs you in the head with, repeatedly.

    If this review seems far too focused on things other than the actual game play.....then you understand exactly how it feels to play 2064:ROM.

    There is something there for a very specific audience. Are you part of that audience? If, like me, you are not.....i wouldnt spend money on and engage with 2064:ROM    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. RPG Fan
    Jun 12, 2017
    88
    Bugs aside, I had a killer time with 2064. Although series like Phoenix Wright and Danganronpa have successfully reinvented the Japanese-style adventure game for the 21st century, there's a certain allure to the mysterious world of menu-driven microcomputer adventures of decades past. 2064 not only successfully simulates that feeling, it welcomes players of all backgrounds and orientations with open arms. 2064's future is one that belongs to all of us.
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  2. PSNStores
    Feb 24, 2017
    90
    2064: Read Only Memories presents an interesting, if not predictable, narrative that is propelled by its strong cast of characters and excellent world-building. It’s refreshing to see a developer put so much care into creating a cast as diverse and interesting as this.
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  3. Digitally Downloaded
    Jan 31, 2017
    60
    I alternated between enjoyment and stretches of indifference. I am genuinely glad, though, that we have this addition to our growing Western library of visual novel hybrids (!).
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