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Reviewers consistently praise the game for its atmosphere, visuals, and sound design, especially the Swedish setting and 1980s vibe. The open world, large map, and variety of robots create a tense, immersive experience, and many players enjoy playing with friends in co-op. The combat is often described as tactical, with noticeable weak points and a mix of stealth and action. However, there are frequent complaints about bugs, unfinished feel, grindy progression, and some content being locked behind DLCs.

Last updated: 2026-03-06

Most Mentioned Advantages

• Atmosphere, graphics and sound (40 mentions) - The game is repeatedly praised for its haunting atmosphere, stunning visuals of the 1980s Sweden setting, and strong sound design. Players feel the world is immersive and believable, which enhances exploration and encounters with robots. Good audio cues and environmental detail add to the tension and mood. This combination is frequently highlighted as a key draw to the game.
• Co-op and multiplayer with friends (32 mentions) - Many reviews emphasize that the game is best experienced with others. It supports up to four players in co-op and offers shared progression, which makes big fights against robots more exciting and less punishing solo. The social aspect is often cited as a major strength. Players note cooperative play adds depth and fun to exploration and combat.
• Robot enemies with weak points and tactical combat (28 mentions) - The robots are described as varied and strategically challenging, with weak points to exploit. Players can approach fights with stealth, disassembly of robots, or direct engagement, offering multiple playstyles. The design of enemy machines and the tactical feel of combat are frequently highlighted as positives.
• Huge open world with exploration and content (26 mentions) - Reviewers repeatedly mention the expansive map and the many locations to explore. The open-world design provides ample hours of gameplay, with exploration, looting, and base-building elements contributing to long-term engagement. The scale and freedom are commonly appreciated by players seeking a sandbox experience.
• Crafting, base-building and vehicles (22 mentions) - Crafting systems and the ability to build bases add depth and progression. Vehicles like bikes enable easier traversal and contribute to the game’s unique survival vibe. These elements are often cited as enjoyable features that enhance long-term play and experimentation.

Most Mentioned Disadvantages

• Bugs, jank and unfinished state (50 mentions) - A common theme is that the game is plagued by bugs, glitches, and performance issues. Several reviews describe it as unfinished or rough around the edges, with persistence of issues despite updates. Some players report clunky controls and jank that detracts from the experience.
• World can feel empty or repetitive (25 mentions) - Many players feel the map is vast but sparse in meaningful NPCs or varied activity beyond fighting robots. Repetitive mission design and environmental storytelling can make exploration feel hollow after a while. Loot and points of interest can seem repetitive or underwhelming.
• Grind and repetitive progression (20 mentions) - A number of reviews point to heavy grinding for top-tier gear and constant repetition of missions or Rivals. Crafting and base-defense loops can become tedious without clear progression or meaningful rewards. This grindiness can dampen late-game engagement.
• Multiplayer issues and lack of crossplay (15 mentions) - Online play is described as unstable in some reviews, with desynchronization and connectivity problems. Some players note that progress is host-dependent and that crossplay is limited or unavailable, which affects multiplayer experience.
• DLC/content behind paywalls and monetization concerns (12 mentions) - Several reviews criticize content being gated behind DLCs and question the value of DLCs relative to base game. Perceived monetization concerns and paywalls reduce overall satisfaction for some players.

Compared Games

• Fallout (3 mentions) - A number of players say it reminds them of Fallout, citing crafting, exploration, and a survival vibe within a similar post-apocalyptic open world.
• Arc Raiders (3 mentions) - Some reviews mention Arc Raiders both in terms of setting and open-world exploration, referencing similarities to its design and open-world vibe.
• Far Cry 5 (2 mentions) - Some reviewers compare the open-world feel and survival aspects to Far Cry 5, noting similarities in sandbox structure but with robotic enemies.
• Sir, You Are Being Hunted (2 mentions) - Generation Zero is likened to Sir, You Are Being Hunted for the atmosphere, robot enemies, and stealth-focused play in an open world.
• Horizon Zero Dawn (2 mentions) - A few comparisons note similarities to Horizon Zero Dawn in robot enemies and open-world exploration style.