The Complex

 Xbox One
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. The Games Machine
    Apr 5, 2020
    70
    Mixing games and movies is hard, and The Complex still hasn’t found the magic formula. At least, it doesn’t take the matter so seriously as Until Dawn, but it just delivers what it promised: 6-8 hours of an interactive movie, set in a direct-to-video sci-fi context. Not a mastepiece, but still better than the beginning of 2020.
  2. TheXboxHub
    Mar 31, 2020
    70
    The Complex on Xbox One is a good sci-fi experience that delivers a decent tale about pharma-terrorism with many complex and interesting themes running throughout. The production values, acting and the script are all very good and it's a very enjoyable yarn, with all this helped by the fact that there are several different - and hugely interesting - outcomes in place. But the actual choice-driven gameplay has not been able to make me feel connected to the story enough.
  3. Generación Xbox
    Apr 17, 2020
    67
    If we move The Complex to the world of cinema we would have before us a fun film to watch at home on a Sunday but one that lacks things to become a success.
  5. Vandal
    Apr 5, 2020
    60
    The Complex is an entertaining FMV, decision-based adventure that works, but doesn’t do anything really new. We feel like it’s a story we already knew, and when the story is everything you’ve got, it really needs to shine.
  6. Xbox Achievements
    Mar 31, 2020
    50
    There is fun to be had here, especially in some of the more ridiculous endings, but even those are examples of tonal whiplash in a title that plays it straight for the most part. More film than game, The Complex doesn’t gain enough from the premise of being interactive - instead, it ends up as a strangely paced movie with a lack of focus and not enough tension to draw players in.
  7. GameGrin
    Mar 31, 2020
    50
    Performances are mostly solid aside from the main protagonist, but the lacklustre script with a severe lack of character development aside from large amounts of exposition make it difficult to really care about any of them. Some of the endings are quite abrupt, leaving an unsatisfying finish. I find it unlikely that The Complex will win fans over to the genre, but those who do have a dedication may find something to enjoy.

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. Xbox_Alive
    Mar 31, 2020
    8
    The Complex - A scientific based true cinematic multiple choice interactive movie. Gameplay is ultra simple. You play the conscience of AmyThe Complex - A scientific based true cinematic multiple choice interactive movie. Gameplay is ultra simple. You play the conscience of Amy Tennant deciding her choices both personal and professional as you navigate your way through a threat at the ultra high tech lab. Each choice you make ultimately impacts the story thus providing a good amount of replay value. As this plays out in real time you have to be quick to make your choices. This game uses real people and as such visually you can't get any more realistic, where this can be let down is by bad acting, however I'm thrilled to say "The Complex" provides great acting, they really bring you in and make you judge them and become emotionally involved. My only negative I have to say is sometimes, you may end up getting the same scene even if you choose a different choice and that can be disappointing and sometimes you can make a choice and reveal something important but never seems to get mentioned and can slightly break immersion, however still a great game. Overall. A must have for any gamer who enjoys watching a good movie.… Full Review »
  2. CenkAlp
    Jun 23, 2020
    6
    Hikaye = 7
    Oynanış = 7
    Grafikler = -
    Sesler = -
    Keyif = 6
    Atmosfer = 6
    Süre = 6
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