Release Date: October 28, 2024
A roguelike bullet-hell shooter with an isometric view, made by the authors of The Callisto Protocol and set in the same sci-fi universe. In [REDACTED] we play as a guard of the moon prison. Our main goal is to reach the escape pod and we must deal with hostile people, zombies, aliens and robots along the way.
[REDACTED] is the second project of Striking Distance studio after The Callisto Protocol. It is set in the same science fiction universe, but realized on a much smaller scale and representing a different genre. The game combines features of a twin-stick shooter with roguelike gameplay and hack'n'slash elements.
The action of [REDACTED] takes us to the icy moon of Jupiter called Callisto, where the modern prison Black Iron is located, known from the game The Callisto Protocol. Due to the plague carried by the prisoners, chaos broke out in the facility. As a guard, we try to get to the last escape pod and leave this place.
The aim of the game is to escape from prison, which is hindered by mutants, robots, zombies, as well as hostile people. Other survivors also plan to reach the escape pod. We need to swiftly go through rooms and clear them of enemies using a variety of weapons - from a whip and baton to a pistol and cannon.
We also fight with our opponents remotely, slowing down their progress by turning the prison's security measures against them. For this purpose, we plan which of the rivals to attack, which tool to choose and at what time. Neglecting our competitors will lead to a final battle with each of them.
Given that [REDACTED] is a roguelike title, we often have to start the game from scratch, each time embodying a different guardian. With each approach, we collect currency to purchase weapons, suits, and upgrades. We also acquire information about our opponents, and eventually we fight our previous character (with the same equipment) who was turned into a zombie.
All of our actions are accompanied by a narrator.
[REDACTED] was created on the Unreal engine. It is characterized by comic-style graphics using cel-shading technique.
Platforms:
PC Windows
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X/S
Developer: Striking Distance Studios
Publisher: Krafton
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PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5 6400, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 950 / 6 GB Intel Arc A380, 25 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.
Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7 8700, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580, 25 GB SSD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.
Game Ratings for [REDACTED] Video Game.
GameGrin: 7 / 10 by Mike Crewe
A fairly standard roguelike, [REDACTED] is nevertheless a fun, if brief, return to Black Iron Prison. Just with a much more colourful, flashy aesthetic!
Saving Content: 4 / 5 by Scott Ellison II
While being in a penitentiary is no easy task, being in one overrun by zombies and others trying to escape makes it even harder. Striking Distance Studios really knocked it out of the park with this one. [REDACTED] is a challenging and rewarding roguelike experience, where the tight gameplay loop, engaging combat, and oppressive atmosphere will keep you hooked for hours on end. [REDACTED] was a total surprise, but comes packing with deep systems, and a delightful arsenal to help fight your way to freedom that I have to expose.
GameSpot: 6 / 10 by Richard Wakeling
With a colorful art style and roguelike hooks, Redacted has little in common with The Callisto Protocol besides a shared setting, yet it's a similarly uneven experience.
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