The Callisto Protocol

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  1. brandontron12
    Dec 4, 2022
    0
    Very dissapointed in Callisto. They tried to copy dead space but failed badly. Game is very unbalanced. Super short and they want to charge 70$? Yeah I dont think so. Its worth MAYBE 2$ and a bag of lays
  2. Bandyk94
    Dec 3, 2022
    8
    It's a solid Game. The first hours it is really good, the second half of the game get a little repetitive and it seems they ran out of ideas. Also they used the same mini boss (to this point, not completely finished the game yet). Sadly no puzzles. Story is alright. Graphics are really top notch. Runs great on PS5. Not a Dead Space Killer like we all hoped but still a solid horror experience.
  3. king__of__north
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    An exemplary choror with a very viscous atmosphere, with a good plot and good personages, the gameplay is for an amateur, but I really liked it overall 10 out of 10
  4. Chromaticaa
    Dec 4, 2022
    4
    I had hopes for this game but it was a disappointing experience. I do not recommend this game at full price.
  5. Brodangerous
    Dec 4, 2022
    3
    Fantastic game, brilliant story, great combat but no replayablity. Started playing on Friday morning competition by Sunday lunchtime, roughly 20+ hours gameplay
  6. IlyaPi
    Dec 4, 2022
    3
    The Refund Protocol

    Spend 3 hours and share with you what I think about this game. Cons: * Rigged story! Why are we flying there? Why do I need to go to this location? You are always in an I-go-somewhere-to-do-somewhat state of mind! No big picture! No motivation! Everything is so weak compared to Alien Isolation! * Performance is terrible on PS4. I turned off all effects, which    The Refund Protocol

    Spend 3 hours and share with you what I think about this game.
    Cons:
    * Rigged story! Why are we flying there? Why do I need to go to this location? You are always in an I-go-somewhere-to-do-somewhat state of mind! No big picture! No motivation! Everything is so weak compared to Alien Isolation!
    * Performance is terrible on PS4. I turned off all effects, which still give you substantial frame drops, especially in cutscenes where the frame rate is 15 fps. And loadings after your deaths. They are long! A minute or so! Fight 20 sec and wait for 60 sec to die again) I understand that PS5 performance is much better, but you could cut the price or not release such a game for the older generation. I feel tricked by Sony for paying full price for this!
    Pros:
    * Fight has exciting mechanics.
    * Screamers are still there if you a fan

    Conclusion: I will refund this game.    … Expand
  7. IntuitiveHaze
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Well, These Comments Are Rather Strange And So....FACT: New IP, Plays Like A Charm On DAY 1..Story And Dialogue Are Superb, .Both The Character Animations And The Art Direction Seem as If They Were Ripped Straight Out Of A Sony First Party..Notice The Complaints About The Combat? Well..That's Because It's NOT Dead Space And So. Yeah...The Combat Is Actively Not The Same ButWell, These Comments Are Rather Strange And So....FACT: New IP, Plays Like A Charm On DAY 1..Story And Dialogue Are Superb, .Both The Character Animations And The Art Direction Seem as If They Were Ripped Straight Out Of A Sony First Party..Notice The Complaints About The Combat? Well..That's Because It's NOT Dead Space And So. Yeah...The Combat Is Actively Not The Same But ..Innovative..And Out-Standing..Huge Congrats To The Teams Down At Striking Distance...My Only Complaint" About The Game Thusfar ..Is That The Game Isn't "Big" Enough..Personal Preference..… Expand
  8. MarkAurel121
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Regarding performance issues: The PS5 version is fine and has none. And it looks fantastic in quality mode. The 'outrage' that is currently happening is because of the performance on other platforms.

    Regarding the game itself: It is a very straight forward spiritual successor of Dead Space, which was exactly what I wanted. Loving it so far.
  9. Strichstarke
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Great game! Played it on medium difficulty and feels like I can for sure replay it on the harder one and then maybe one day even try the upcoming hardcore mode. Game is worth the money and is a great survival horror game. Dont listen to the haters
  10. Sandowal
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Callisto Protocol...is a very good game...had no problems on ps5....
    Waiting for the dlc
  11. Evil_Deda
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Just what the doctor ordered
  12. EscalitoEscbar
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    I love it
  13. Jp11
    Dec 4, 2022
    5
    The Callisto Protocol is plagued with poor mechanics and repetitiveness that left me wishing the game was over halfway through.

    Lets begin with what the game does right, The story is what you expect from a game like this. Figure out what is going on and escape the ship. I am not really upset about the story being very bland and uninteresting because this is a survival horror game its    The Callisto Protocol is plagued with poor mechanics and repetitiveness that left me wishing the game was over halfway through.

    Lets begin with what the game does right,

    The story is what you expect from a game like this. Figure out what is going on and escape the ship. I am not really upset about the story being very bland and uninteresting because this is a survival horror game its supposed to have great atmosphere, good combat, and scares.

    The Graphics are some of the very best I have ever seen. Character models look realistic, and environments are photo realistic as well. The game looks very good.

    The Atmosphere is great, it makes you feel like you are there, Good biometric fog effects and the sound design is awesome.

    I played the game on the PS5, I did notice some loss of frame rates, and some technical glitches that required me to restart my game. Nothing game breaking but they were there. They will probably be patched out within a month.

    Now lets talk about the downfall of this game, the combat.

    The Combat is too simple that it's boring. Melee fights feel like a turn based RPG. You dodge the enemies attacks and then you attack. You can't attack when they are attacking because you will take 100 times more damage then they will take. So basically you just take turns attacking. Melee fights with multiple enemies is even worse. You can only dodge one enemy at a time and you can't see all the enemies coming at you because you're auto focused onto one enemy so you pretty much just take cheap hits when there is nothing you can do about it.

    A huge factor for the repetitiveness of the game is because the lack of enemy variety there is almost no attack patterns to remember since all the enemies are the same. there is no dread in turning the corner and seeing a new enemy and just not knowing how to fight it. There is also a huge lack of weapon variety. And what makes it worse is that most of the guns are useless so that results to you using melee attacks. The guns are also boring, Dead space you got cool mining equipment like the plasma cutter in this game you get a pea shooting pistol.

    Also many of the environments feel the same. Dead space had interesting environments, in this game everything looks the same except for a few places like the habitat, and the outdoor sections (chapter 4 & 5). What also adds on to the repetitiveness is the missions. All of them are just go find a fuse and use it to open the door". Almost every chapter in the game has a go find a key card or fuse part in the chapter.

    Do not expect much scares in this game either. There is not a lot of suspense and tension most of the scares come from cheap jump scares that you can tell are coming from a kilometer away. I was not scared once playing through this game.

    The game isn't terrible it's just boring and repetitive. I was bored when I was halfway through the game. I shouldn't be bored in a short game that takes 7 hours to beat. I was expecting it to be like Dead space, I thought it would bring something new and exciting to the survival horror series but I guess my expectations were too high. I blame all their marketing for the backlash on this game. The marketing got everyone's expectations too high and they feel let down that the game is average at best. The developers should've spent more money on game play systems and less money on marketing. The game is worth a play when it drops to around $30.    … Expand
  14. MazeWisher
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Ich war dann doch etwas skeptisch (vor allem wegen des Game Pro Tests), aber kann die dort sehr negative Kritik fast gar nicht nachvollziehen. Das einzige was mich auch etwas "stört", sind die Speicherpunkte, wenn diese mit einer längeren Videosequenz zusammenhängen. Aber jammern auf hohem Grafikniveau.

    Zeigt aber auch, wie schnell subjektive Meinungen, einen beinahe auf die falsche    Ich war dann doch etwas skeptisch (vor allem wegen des Game Pro Tests), aber kann die dort sehr negative Kritik fast gar nicht nachvollziehen. Das einzige was mich auch etwas "stört", sind die Speicherpunkte, wenn diese mit einer längeren Videosequenz zusammenhängen. Aber jammern auf hohem Grafikniveau.

    Zeigt aber auch, wie schnell subjektive Meinungen, einen beinahe auf die falsche Bahnen lenken können.

    Fazit nach ca. 5 bis 6 Stunden: ich finde das Spiel Hammer. Die Atmosphäre (ist mir besonders wichtig), die reduzierte Kampfmechanik (kein Studium für Tastenkombis notwendig), die Grafik, der Sound - einfach top.    … Expand
  15. okononovs90
    Dec 4, 2022
    0
    Maybe high-level wise there are some similarities to Dead Space, I do not consider it a disadvantage. Hidetako is making and selling the same game for more than a decade and no one complaints. Thus, I do not see it as an argument.
    This a great cinematically based horror with emphasis put on action. Not as scary (forr me) as Alien Isolation (which I see as the scariest game I ever played),    Maybe high-level wise there are some similarities to Dead Space, I do not consider it a disadvantage. Hidetako is making and selling the same game for more than a decade and no one complaints. Thus, I do not see it as an argument.
    This a great cinematically based horror with emphasis put on action. Not as scary (forr me) as Alien Isolation (which I see as the scariest game I ever played), but definately worth your watch.    … Expand
  16. GamingNinja
    Dec 4, 2022
    7
    it's decent but 70 euro's for a game i beat in 7 and a half hours is unacceptable..
    buy the complete edition for around 40 euros and you got a good deal
  17. SashaRudnickiy
    Dec 3, 2022
    8
    Это не клон Dead Space,но есть пару фишек от туда. Игра выглядит прекрасно на PS5,хорошая детализация персонажей,интересный сюжет и место. Боёвка очень простая и скучная,потому что всегда ты делаешь одно и тоже.Игра не страшная,но атмосферная,поэтому она заслуживает свою оценку в 7-8/10.Это не клон Dead Space,но есть пару фишек от туда. Игра выглядит прекрасно на PS5,хорошая детализация персонажей,интересный сюжет и место. Боёвка очень простая и скучная,потому что всегда ты делаешь одно и тоже.Игра не страшная,но атмосферная,поэтому она заслуживает свою оценку в 7-8/10.
  18. RevolverF0X
    Dec 3, 2022
    5
    Callisto Protocol fails in every respect except graphics. The unconventional melee the game is centered around is poorly thought out and disorienting. when fighting multiples the auto lock-on is sure to kill you. later on guns and ammo become more common but even as a shooter its bested by its older peers.
    Level design is the bottom of the barrel. linear paths with minimal interction with    Callisto Protocol fails in every respect except graphics. The unconventional melee the game is centered around is poorly thought out and disorienting. when fighting multiples the auto lock-on is sure to kill you. later on guns and ammo become more common but even as a shooter its bested by its older peers.
    Level design is the bottom of the barrel. linear paths with minimal interction with the environment. small optional side paths exist but but add little to the level design. when traveling make sure to go the optional way first. because the games are full of points of no return. Most of these arent predictable either, such as doors locking behind immediatly for no reason. to top it off youll be slowly crawling and side walking even more GOW ragnarok.
    On a related note, inventory and saving is busted. you have a limited inventory but no way to store items. The items you cant pick up will surely be lost on account off the invisible points of no return. saving makes item managment unbearable. a game may save before you pick up optional path items, then dying sends you back to before, not only before the battle, but before you tediously picked up items on a side path. This cant be ignored becuase selling items is key to upgrading. This is why dead space had SAVE STATIONS. I could go on and on about every detail that was done correctly 20 years ago in other games but I wont. Callisto Protocol misses every detail that makes a Horror or Action game work, and worst of all its NOT scary.    … Expand
  19. Raspytin
    Dec 3, 2022
    8
    Incredible horror scene in the game, cool locations игра высшего уровня качества
  20. GraysonG263
    Dec 3, 2022
    4
    It's 50/50 with performance. I've experienced some pretty terrible performance on the PS5. Run button doesn't work half the time, disappearing enemies, death loops, the checkpoint system is absolutely terrible, it takes way too long to simply switch between weapons forcing you to commit to the absolutely atrocious melee system... All in all - it's not a good game, not worth $70, and doesIt's 50/50 with performance. I've experienced some pretty terrible performance on the PS5. Run button doesn't work half the time, disappearing enemies, death loops, the checkpoint system is absolutely terrible, it takes way too long to simply switch between weapons forcing you to commit to the absolutely atrocious melee system... All in all - it's not a good game, not worth $70, and does not have a rewarding story that pays off in any meaningful way (I didn't care about a single character, even the main one). I'd wait for it to be HEAVILY discounted or free for PS+ before purchasing it. This is coming from a guy who pretty much likes any game.… Expand
  21. aztecjaguar
    Dec 3, 2022
    0
    el juego es una basura no creo que nadie en el equipo de desarrollo lo jugo, el combate esta roto y el jefe final esta imposible por que su mecánica de esquivar esta mal diseñada quien es al que se le ocurrió eso por que lo quiero conocer y decirle te te mamaste hiciste bien Reyes a los desarrolladores y los convenciste de que era una buena idea, arreglen el combate y se me hace estupidoel juego es una basura no creo que nadie en el equipo de desarrollo lo jugo, el combate esta roto y el jefe final esta imposible por que su mecánica de esquivar esta mal diseñada quien es al que se le ocurrió eso por que lo quiero conocer y decirle te te mamaste hiciste bien Reyes a los desarrolladores y los convenciste de que era una buena idea, arreglen el combate y se me hace estupido que un alíen sin cabeza me mate de un cabezazo igual al que se le ocurrió que era buena idea lanzar un juego así de roto quiero estrechar su mano y decirle te mamaste… Expand
  22. Dre252525
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing sound, awesome game play. True survival horror for those who can stand it.
  23. Seanboss1999
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    20/10 amazing game if you’re a dead space fan you’re gonna be in love it blows the entire dead space franchise out of the water lol so original and fresh in all the right ways from story to combat amazing… we’re gonna need a sequel.
    RIP Dead space…
  24. Alberto1993
    Dec 3, 2022
    0
    1 repetitivo
    2 duracion es cortisima
    3 es una copia barata de dead space 4 poca interacion en la historia 5 ninguna mecanica nueva 6 combate cuerpo a cuerpo horrible 7 no hay punto de interes en la historia 8 el inventario ridiculo y pequeño 9 enemigos iguales en toda la historia 10 el juego esta roto en pc sin dls y retracing 11 las armas penosas 12 autoguardado horrible sin    1 repetitivo
    2 duracion es cortisima
    3 es una copia barata de dead space
    4 poca interacion en la historia
    5 ninguna mecanica nueva
    6 combate cuerpo a cuerpo horrible
    7 no hay punto de interes en la historia
    8 el inventario ridiculo y pequeño
    9 enemigos iguales en toda la historia
    10 el juego esta roto en pc sin dls y retracing
    11 las armas penosas
    12 autoguardado horrible sin posibilidad de guardar manualmente
    13 animaciones baratas
    14 escenarios genericos
    15 jugabilidad simple y repetitiva
    16 falta de mapa
    17 el juego roto y sin sentido ninguno gracias por esta mie.......daaa    … Expand
  25. Manson_fan25
    Dec 3, 2022
    5
    While visually it’s excellent. Good audio. Story is present. My biggest fault would be the clunky combat, the severity of certain encounters that make a game go from tense to pure frustration. I cannot finish the game it’s too frustrating and i’m nearly to the end. Very sad but I think I’ll be giving this one up.
  26. ARGuy
    Dec 3, 2022
    7
    I've been waiting for another dead-space game/dead-space-like game for a long time. For what it was it was alright. I enjoyed some parts of it and I didn't enjoy some other parts. The game visually is incredible to look at however the level design itself is linear with some extra halls. Gameplay-wise it's pretty much just dead space 1 with some additions to it that don't innovate itsI've been waiting for another dead-space game/dead-space-like game for a long time. For what it was it was alright. I enjoyed some parts of it and I didn't enjoy some other parts. The game visually is incredible to look at however the level design itself is linear with some extra halls. Gameplay-wise it's pretty much just dead space 1 with some additions to it that don't innovate its original gameplay at all but is fun once you get the general mechanics down. While I did somewhat enjoy it I'm still disappointed in it for how much potential it had to be a fantastic game.

    So I'll go through the pros and cons of the game real quick as a tl:dr for anyone:

    Pros:
    - Nice melee combat

    - Great visuals and environment design

    - Awesome character design

    Cons:
    - Lack in enemy variety and unique mechanics

    -Very linear pathway and story

    - Barebones lore that I did not care for

    - If your pc cannot run the minimum then there will be performance issues    … Expand
  27. johnkass2
    Dec 3, 2022
    0
    Кривое и косое, от боевки до интерфейса. День за предзаказ выкинуты на ветер.
  28. suprememan26
    Dec 3, 2022
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I hate when I spend too many time waiting a Game then we got this, a videogame with no Quality… Expand
  29. ventura97
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great gate, really great graphics, hard difficuly, but nonetheless great game… Expand
  30. EternalCore
    Dec 3, 2022
    8
    Oh, look, I died again, b/c Jacob failed to register my input on my new controller? This is SO much fun... #sarcasm

    Oh look the game is "mastu*bating" again, this is so fun? i.e.. game is playing with itself too much, instead of letting me do my thing. So here's the deal, if you liked DeadSpace, you'll like this game. If your numb to jump scares, like I am, it'll be like a "Hardcore    Oh, look, I died again, b/c Jacob failed to register my input on my new controller? This is SO much fun... #sarcasm

    Oh look the game is "mastu*bating" again, this is so fun? i.e.. game is playing with itself too much, instead of letting me do my thing.

    So here's the deal, if you liked DeadSpace, you'll like this game. If your numb to jump scares, like I am, it'll be like a "Hardcore Action Adventure game"... as a gamer I've seen it all, & killed it all, so.. "horror survival' which is what this game falls under..

    Well its not really "horror" to me.. its more like "annoying gimped action adventure experience"..

    Anyways, I got side tracked. The game is very atmospheric, & story driven. It really is a solid experience from that perspective. It does have things that annoy me though as a player.

    For instance, I got stuck on the "tram mission" hardcore, even though I prepared, & figured on what was going to happen. It was just "death loop" OVER & OVER & OVER.. but up until that point, things had been pretty smooth sailing. I'd prepared as well as I could have.

    Inventory management is a pain in the butt for WAY TOO LONG in the game.

    Anyways, if you want something that's a homage to dead space, & good story telling, for the most part.

    Highly recommend checking this out! It's got its "quirks" but overall a very solid experience.    … Expand
  31. fastdak25
    Dec 3, 2022
    2
    Horrible frame rate loss during cut-scenes. 5 CTDs in first hour of gameplay on PS5 The CTDs seem to also wipe out recent saves as I am getting put back about 10 minute after reloading the game. I had to stop and shelve it until this mess gets fixed. I'll give two points for the atmosphere and music so far, but otherwise unplayable.
  32. atlas2120
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    Genuinely an awesome experience. Thanks to Glen Schofield and Striking Distance for creating this. Very solid classic gaming experience.
  33. sloppyjoe2
    Dec 3, 2022
    5
    Slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, terrible voice acting and dialogue, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawlSlowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, terrible voice acting and dialogue, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, slowly crawl through vent, jumpscare, the end… Expand
  34. Djav1982
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    This game is awesome! Great graphics and gameplay and really keeps you on edge. Recommend playing in the dark with headphones makes it even creepier as has great sound design ,highly recommend if you love good sci fi and horrorandhorror
  35. Kanivakil
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    Great cinematic experience that fuses games such as Doom III and Mortal Kombat series into one game. The gore is extremely satisfying to watch either when one inflicts damage on the enemy or receives the coup de grâce him or herself. Bonus is that players may skip it altogether and quickly restart from the automatic save at any time. Gameplay resemble QTE where there isn't a window toGreat cinematic experience that fuses games such as Doom III and Mortal Kombat series into one game. The gore is extremely satisfying to watch either when one inflicts damage on the enemy or receives the coup de grâce him or herself. Bonus is that players may skip it altogether and quickly restart from the automatic save at any time. Gameplay resemble QTE where there isn't a window to dodge; simply alternate left and right on the analog stick prior to the enemy's attack and counter in a series of attacks in a timely manner and repeat the process--the melee gameplay is extremely satisfying regardless of the outcome of the fight. The dodge mechanics may appear difficult in the beginning, however, with practice, it is not, even on the hardest settings. The game run excellent at near constant framerate of 60 fps on performance and 30 fps with raytracing. Overall, this game should satisfy old school horror fans due to its cinematography/atmosphere and rewarding game mechanics.… Expand
  36. Nexus6Gamer
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Awesome experience. This was the 2008 Dead Space resurrected in 2022. Can't wait for the sequel!!
  37. Senorbozz
    Dec 3, 2022
    5
    Very middle of the road (if the 5 didn't suggest that) game. It feels like a tech demo. It has some solid foundations but everything feels lacking. There are very few enemy types so once you learn the pattern to fight them, everything is easy.
    The game is VERY linear, which can be fine but any exploration isn't rewarding. You typically get a box of random items, which can roll poorly    Very middle of the road (if the 5 didn't suggest that) game. It feels like a tech demo. It has some solid foundations but everything feels lacking. There are very few enemy types so once you learn the pattern to fight them, everything is easy.
    The game is VERY linear, which can be fine but any exploration isn't rewarding. You typically get a box of random items, which can roll poorly and net you a tiny amount of credits.    … Expand
  38. dannielVinici
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    O jogão de terror de verdadeira nova geração totalmente brutal e aterrorizante com muita ação pra mim melhor que dead space que todo mundo compara, que fez até o próprio dead space ser adiado da empresa EA, lança no mesmo dia O RAMAKE e perder pro jogo novo
  39. Arlindi
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    I really enjoyed the game.No puzzles, straightforward survival with a brutal combat.Insane looking graphics on ps5 with ray tracing.It looks like it was made on unreal engine 5.Managed to finish the game within 13 hours.This game is for adults not for kids.
  40. Messi101
    Dec 3, 2022
    6
    First half of the game is a 3/10; 2nd half of the game is 7/10. I've never written a review on here.... here it goes. (Warning this is long with very small spoilers)

    Story: The game gives you a 1/4 teaspoon of story every chapter and does not keep you interested. The last chapter throws what seems like the whole plot at you, but since it was so poorly developed leading up to the    First half of the game is a 3/10; 2nd half of the game is 7/10. I've never written a review on here.... here it goes. (Warning this is long with very small spoilers)

    Story: The game gives you a 1/4 teaspoon of story every chapter and does not keep you interested. The last chapter throws what seems like the whole plot at you, but since it was so poorly developed leading up to the last chapter, it does not leave me wanting more, just insulted. There are things about the plot that make 0 sense (if you pay attention to the story, you will understand why they do not make sense). There are pick ups to learn more about the various named albeit near irrelevant characters; half of which the audio recordings do not play anything (I assumed bugged?). The other half are filled with useless information. Not much to write about the story. I forgot about it, your protag keeps asking throughout: "What's going on" or "what happened" and it does not get answered until the last 15 minutes of the game.

    Combat: Terrible if you are fighting more than 1 enemy. When fighting more than one, you cannot see your health bar nor your battery bar well. If you aim down the sights to catch a zoomed glimpse of your bars, 9 times out of ten you will miss your dodge and get hit. In order to "shoot the tentacles" when multiple enemies are around, you have to take a gamble: Risk getting hit by aiming at an enemy, or... Also, there really isn't an option to run away from an enemy once they find you. Turning your back will most likely get you stun/animation locked. The weapons are meh... This is a futuristic game with space ships and established colonies on a moon.... Why am I still using present day style guns... There are two guns that practically match each other, and 2 others match each other as well; no gun was unique.

    Audio: The audio was a mixed bag for me. While yes, the environment sounds were done well, its the lack of uniqueness from the enemies what was troublesome. It was kinda difficult to figure out what was lurking based on the sounds as they all pretty much sound similar.

    Graphics: The overall look of the game is very well done, though they do come with their issues. It seems the devs sacrificed a more interactive environment and chose a static scene. Example: Dead Space, you walk into various chairs or IV stands and they move out of your way. In this game, you get caught in their collision. Nothing moves when you make impact with it except for random small box containers. This is particularly frustrating and limits your sense of being in the moment especially during combat.

    Gameplay: The gameplay is very linear and straightforward with no brain power really required. Your only puzzles are the occasional "fetch a keycard" or "fetch a gate fuse". 0 other puzzles. This is really disappointing especially with one of the items you pick up that is only used for combat; it had great potential for puzzles. The inventory management is abysmal and the worst feature of this game. You have to wait until you are half way done with the game to expand your inventory, and then the game throws everything at you to fill it to help you upgrade your gear. The sense of progression is terrible during the first half without this inventory upgrade. Also... NO STORAGE aside from your inventory. Forced animations by going too close to crevices is really frustrating especially when they are packed together in small areas with enemies around.

    Overall: The first half of the game... starts off extremely overwhelming and over-the-top with random fire, subverting your expectations that this is a melee game, and a know-it-all NPC telling you exactly what to do non-stop. As you progress, expect every single room to constantly throw 3+ enemies at you. There is no build up to the horror roots this game was inspired by; you will be burnt out because of the consistent forced repetitive combat. "Oh you cleared this room out already for a 2nd time, well the third time will have even more!". Do not expect story to keep you engaged as it is mostly missing. I was very relieved the game was over when it was; I was so exhausted from the non-stop combat. 8-10 hour length.    … Expand
  41. odenmc
    Dec 3, 2022
    0
    I can't believe it, I have a 4080 (I think it's the best graphics card on the market right now) and IT DOES NOT RUN THE GAME CORRECTLY.

    I HAVE TO FIDDLE AROUND IN GRAPHICS OPTIONS TO GET IT TO WORK. This is embarrassing
  42. Niko007
    Dec 3, 2022
    8
    It's not perfect but it's still fun the atmosphere is top notch and graphics are life like with a decent story gameplay can get challenging at places but overall I would say this was fun I am really amazed to see so many bad reviews for this game
  43. gomemk
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Loving every minute of it , keeps me on edge constantly . Combat could have been better specially against multiple enemies otherwise for me on my PS5 Loving it .
  44. musstang62
    Dec 3, 2022
    6
    Huge dead space fan, and I really wanted to love this, but so many aspects of the game seem like they were designed to be as intentionally obnoxious as possible
  45. ExtraSpicy
    Dec 3, 2022
    6
    i wanted to love this game so much and well i don't love it but i don't hate it. i understand why people hate the controls but i still think everything else about the game is pretty good. I wish it was more of a horror game and had a better ending but its not the worst game in the world.
  46. reda1
    Dec 3, 2022
    0
    like seriously no epic boss fights!!! 3 weapons, faulty horrible forced unenjoyable close combat mechanics, veeeeeeery very bad and boooring scenario and characters, 7 hours of gameplay, and i dont even talk about the pc version, WHAT A DISAPOINTMENT

    this is my biggest frustration since mass effect andromeda guys.such a good basis and elements but they still managed to destroy    like seriously no epic boss fights!!! 3 weapons, faulty horrible forced unenjoyable close combat mechanics, veeeeeeery very bad and boooring scenario and characters, 7 hours of gameplay, and i dont even talk about the pc version, WHAT A DISAPOINTMENT

    this is my biggest frustration since mass effect andromeda guys.such a good basis and elements but they still managed to destroy everything because this is in no way anywhere even closeto deadspace
    this game is everything whats wrong today with the video game industry,...good trailers good graphics to boost preorder dummies and when the game is out you see that its just another empty shell with no heart and no soul....
    like seriously no epic bosses!!! 3 weapons, faulty horrible forced unenjoyable close combat mechanics,veeeeeeery very bad and boooring scenario and characters, 7 hours of gameplay,and i dont even talk about the pc version, WHAT A DISAPOINTMENT    … Expand
  47. Stogie
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Ich kann den **** seitens GamePro überhaupt nicht nachvollziehen.
    Das Spiel entspricht zu 100% meinen Erwartungen und ist grafisch sowie von der Athmosphäre her eine Wucht. Es mag sein, dass die Checkpoints nicht immer optimal gesetzt sind, aber dennoch gibt es davon mehr als genug und wenn man das Ausweichen einmal verstanden hat, ist das Spiel auch nicht sonderlich schwer. Die    Ich kann den **** seitens GamePro überhaupt nicht nachvollziehen.
    Das Spiel entspricht zu 100% meinen Erwartungen und ist grafisch sowie von der Athmosphäre her eine Wucht. Es mag sein, dass die Checkpoints nicht immer optimal gesetzt sind, aber dennoch gibt es davon mehr als genug und wenn man das Ausweichen einmal verstanden hat, ist das Spiel auch nicht sonderlich schwer. Die Gegnervielfalt mag nicht enorm sein, ist aber völlig ausreichend in Anbetracht der Tatsache, dass es sich hier um keinen Shooter, sondern einen Horrorschocker handelt, bei dem jeder Gegner eine Herausforderung sein kann. Die Kritik, dass Callisto Protocol unvollständig released wurde, weil man Todesanimationen per DLC nachreichen wird, ist auch stumpfsinnig, da es genug Todesanimationen gibt und man hier auch nichts vermissen würde, wäre die Info über den DLC nicht bereits gestreut worden.

    Wie immer bleibt für mich 4players die einzige Webseite, die das Spiel mit 89% gerecht bewertet hat. Top Spiel, welches für mich jeden Euro wert war.    … Expand
  48. getorky
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    This game has amazing graphics, innovative combat, jump scares and an intriguing story. I thoroughly recommend it to everyone. Enjoy
  49. Xendramir
    Dec 3, 2022
    4
    This is like one of those games ... I had some hope, but even these are gone now.
    Pros:
    - Atmo - Graphics Cons: - Fighting-system - ventilation shaft crouching for like 20% of the game - meaningless story This game wants to be spooky. It isn't really. This game wants to have nice fights. It hasn't. This game wants to be like Dead Space ... I didn't even like Dead Space that    This is like one of those games ... I had some hope, but even these are gone now.
    Pros:
    - Atmo
    - Graphics
    Cons:
    - Fighting-system
    - ventilation shaft crouching for like 20% of the game
    - meaningless story

    This game wants to be spooky. It isn't really. This game wants to have nice fights. It hasn't.
    This game wants to be like Dead Space ... I didn't even like Dead Space that much.
    It just feel cheap. Like a game that had a lot of good chances and ideas, but there is not really much adding together.

    Disappointing.    … Expand
  50. NauticalTank042
    Dec 3, 2022
    8
    Its crazy how divisive this game has been and I honestly think it comes down to two distinct things. Number 1 being, this is NOT Dead Space, it may have the same look an atmosphere but it plays a bit different leading me to point #2. The combat is challenging and the first 30 minutes is very difficult. The games initial combat tutorial happens quiet quickly during a "cutscene' which canIts crazy how divisive this game has been and I honestly think it comes down to two distinct things. Number 1 being, this is NOT Dead Space, it may have the same look an atmosphere but it plays a bit different leading me to point #2. The combat is challenging and the first 30 minutes is very difficult. The games initial combat tutorial happens quiet quickly during a "cutscene' which can leave many players unsure if their inputs were accurate. I had my initial concerns about the game but after the first few engagements I found the rhythm to the game and I fell in love.

    So let me break this down into a simple pro's and con's list .

    Pros
    - Atmosphere - The game is dripping with the Sci-Fi horror many of us came to love during the Dead Space era and oh boy is it here and its been dialed up a lot
    - Combat - The combat in Callisto Protocol is very unique in that instead of a straight shooter like Dead Space or a Brawler style combat like the Arkham games, Callisto strikes an interesting middle ground that has the player manage their resources mid combat. One on One engagements can easily be handled with simple dodge and attack patterns but when it comes to multi enemy engagements it becomes almost a puzzle that you are free to solve however you wish which goes like this: 3 enemies approaching, shoot the furthers one in the leg to stumble him, pull the closest one in and take him down quickly, look for the third threat, eliminate the staggered and then proceed with number 3. Its a very satisfying loop.
    Sound Design - Just like its DNA was started in Dead Space it holds the same sound from that game, moments of eerie tension cut by distant screams or rumbles in the vents, weapons and impacts pack a depth to them that is sure to rumble most speakers, combine this with excellent voice acting and good use of the PS5's controller speaker and its a masterclass in how to keep people on their toes.
    Visuals - Just look at it, she's perfect

    Cons.)

    Exploration - All though there are branching paths much like being on the Ishimura in Dead Space most them end in a loop that sets you back to the main path which will have netted you some loot along the way, unfortunately most of the areas of Black Rock Prison look very similar to each other and there are plenty of corners and rooms devoid of any looting opportunities which is seems like a very large hole in the design.
    Movement - As much as I like combat the movement in this game can be a massive hinderance to its enjoyment at times, the lack of a quick turn mechanic much like the resident evil games have had for over a decade now this game has no such thing which can lead to frustrating moments where you have just taken care of an enemy in front of you only to be killed by something you physically cannot turn fast enough to attack.

    Honestly I'd like to give this game a higher score but I can see the games faults, had they put a little more thought into a few core mechanics it easily could have been a 9 or even possibly a 10. You may have noticed I've left the story out of my score as I have a feeling some will really enjoy it, others may not, it keeps you in the dark for a large majority of the game which can be a good thing, mystery and suspense are wonderful at times, but this time a little exposition could have gone a long way.    … Expand
  51. MatuX
    Dec 3, 2022
    4
    This is what happens when you give an indie team of amateurs AAA money.

    Horrible combat mechanics, terribly written, cliche after cliche after cliche, it’s definitely not scary, at all.

    The only good thing is the ambience, graphics are great and the zombies look fine. But it becomes very monotone, very quickly.
  52. Evelilyt
    Dec 3, 2022
    0
    Glitches!!! Terrible performance! Only 6 hours of gameplay... Lots of cliche. Didn't know it's possible to wreck more than a cyberpunk on start. Didn't expect such trash from dead space creators. Refunded
  53. kstud1
    Dec 3, 2022
    3
    By the people who made dead space, just wait for Dead Space in January, this is a poor substitute, the combat system is horrific when two or more creatures get on screen and the game is short, why they charged $74.00 for this one, I don’t know.
  54. stevanthecruel
    Dec 3, 2022
    6
    man i just beat the game and glad that is ended..im rolling my eyes all the way throu at the end..man i just so dissapointed with this game,i thout that would be something special..boss fight awful,combat mediocre,half game you crawling and shiming throu tight space
  55. AnthD13
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    The story, the combat, the visuals, the sound design, everything is peak cinema
  56. Neko_baka
    Dec 3, 2022
    7
    The game is actually 7.8 for me. But I suggest you to hear me out.
    If you liked dead space for environmental storytelling, it’s almost non present here. If you liked dead space for psychological moments it’s almost non present here either, it appears awkwardly in the middle of the game, then disappears till the very ending. Don’t recommend highest difficulty, medium is perfect. It’s fun to    The game is actually 7.8 for me. But I suggest you to hear me out.
    If you liked dead space for environmental storytelling, it’s almost non present here. If you liked dead space for psychological moments it’s almost non present here either, it appears awkwardly in the middle of the game, then disappears till the very ending. Don’t recommend highest difficulty, medium is perfect. It’s fun to play, great to watch and a pleasure to listen to, yet it still feels like a shiny but hollow dead space clone. I suggest you wait for sale    … Expand
  57. Chyno
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    Era todo lo que esperaba un juego de sobrevivencia, la historia te atrapa y quieres saber que va a pasar con el protagonista, el combate te exige a tener unos reflejos perfectos y vas mejorando con forme avanzas.
  58. Bacara
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    7h de jeu
    I9 13900k Msi 3080ti suprim X
    G.skill trident DDR5 6000 GAMEPLAY : J'ai retrouvé mes marques de Dead Space premier du nom. Le personnage n'est pas un soldat, il doit donc lutter, j'aime l'idée de combo (mêlée + Gun + TK) GAMEDESIGN : mais quel hommage à Aliens, Évent horizon ou encore Pandorum. L'environnement est technologique avancé mais vieillissant, mal entretenu.    7h de jeu
    I9 13900k Msi 3080ti suprim X
    G.skill trident DDR5 6000

    GAMEPLAY : J'ai retrouvé mes marques de Dead Space premier du nom.
    Le personnage n'est pas un soldat, il doit donc lutter, j'aime l'idée de combo (mêlée + Gun + TK)

    GAMEDESIGN : mais quel hommage à Aliens, Évent horizon ou encore Pandorum.

    L'environnement est technologique avancé mais vieillissant, mal entretenu.
    l'atmosphère est glauque, poisseuse, humide et froide.

    GRAPHISME : de toute beauté ! que ce soit les environnements ou la modélisation des protagonistes.

    L'HISTOIRE : bien menée, le jeu vous embarque dans une fuite, une lutte, pour notre survie dans un monde hostile.

    Bref j'adore ce jeu !    … Expand
  59. sajdi-san
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    Very solid horror game.
    Great atmosphere.
    Fantastic sound effects.
    Just play on Headphones.
  60. marcinek74
    Dec 3, 2022
    3
    Very poor mechanics. Graphics very good but it is not enough. Highly unstable gameplay on ps5.
  61. xikal794a
    Dec 3, 2022
    2
    I was hyped, i really was. A game from Dead Space creator on paper sounds great.
    Sadly the final product is very rushed with some questiobable gameplay mechanics.
    In short, dodge system sucks, you use left analog stick to dodge left and right which doesn't feel good, especially when you fight multiple enemies at once. There is no indicator for offscreen attacks and combat becomes mess...    I was hyped, i really was. A game from Dead Space creator on paper sounds great.
    Sadly the final product is very rushed with some questiobable gameplay mechanics.
    In short, dodge system sucks, you use left analog stick to dodge left and right which doesn't feel good, especially when you fight multiple enemies at once. There is no indicator for offscreen attacks and combat becomes mess...
    This game is painfully linear, basically straight corridor. Level design of Dead Space 1 is miles ahead.
    There are no puzzles. Bosses? You got one mini boss re-used multiple times and one main boss. Biggest disappointment of 2022    … Expand
  62. soooB
    Dec 3, 2022
    5
    Wonderful homage to the original Dead Space from a co-creator of the original Dead Space ... except the story and dialogue, except the story and dialogue are far more trite. And it feels far more repetitive. And it feels more like being stuck in a very boring maze. I preordered this and I was also looking forwards to the Dead Space reboot/remake but this has made me far less enthused.
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  1. PLAY
    Feb 11, 2023
    40
    Repetitive survival horror that feels like a life sentence, The Callisto Protocol is as bereft of life as the harsh conditions of the moon on which it’s set. [Issue#23, p.70]
  2. MGG Spain
    Jan 26, 2023
    83
    Callisto Protocol makes some mistakes, but in general computing the good wins by far. It is true that it is somewhat angry to see that something with so much potential has not been fully squeezed, but what it offers is already much more than most. We trust that combat system that we have loved and its setting to make the game worthwhile and we would love to see a second installment.
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  3. Games.cz
    Jan 19, 2023
    80
    A visually beautiful sci-fi experience which, surprisingly, doesn’t resort to simply cloning Dead Space. The difficulty and the fear factor both don’t reach the heights I’d expect, however. A shame! It could have been extraordinary.
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