Directive 8020

Directive 8020 immerses us in a masterfully crafted atmosphere of horror, underpinned by strong art direction and effective narrative choices. Yet, despite these qualities, it clearly lacks the fuel to reach the heights of Supermassive Games’ best productions. Its limited gameplay, repetitive stealth mechanics (with predictable AI) and uneven storytelling cut short the adrenaline rush. Especially as there are few QTEs and the studio's iconic heartbeat minigames are dearly missed here. The game remains enjoyable for a sci-fi adventure and for fans of the series, but won't be remembered much otherwise. It’s therefore best to wait for a sale before boarding the Cassiopeia.