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Atomic Heart
Action
Adventure
RPG
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Playable without Timed Input
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

In a mad and sublime utopian world, take part in explosive encounters. Adapt your fighting style to each opponent, use your environment and upgrade your equipment to fulfill your mission. If you want to reach the truth, you'll have to pay in blood.

Developers: Mundfish
Publishers: Focus Entertainment 4Divinity
Release Date: 20 Feb, 2023
Price (USD): HK$ 116.40
Current Players: 424

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Mostly Positive(79%)
art direction
music
storyline
graphics
narrative
puzzles
humor
open world
combat mechanics
voice acting
bugs
The general sentiment towards Atomic Heart is split between admiration for its art direction and atmospheric setting and frustration with its combat mechanics and open-world design. Many players enjoyed the engaging storyline and unique graphics, though they found the game to be a mixed bag due to the uneven narrative and dialogue. Despite its criticisms, the game still holds value for those looking for a visually stunning and artfully crafted world, akin to Bioshock, but should be approached with tempered expectations, especially regarding its frustrating enemy respawn mechanics and technical hiccups.

Positive Points

  • The art direction and atmosphere of the game are frequently praised, with a unique setting in an alternate history Soviet Union.
  • Music and sound design, including contributions from Mick Gordon, are noted as standout features that augment the gameplay experience.
  • Many players found the storyline engaging, with interesting world-building and lore that kept them invested.
  • The game's graphics are considered beautiful and highly detailed, contributing to a visually immersive world.

    • Negative Points

  • The open-world experience is often criticized for being shallow and filled with infinitely respawning enemies, making exploration frustrating.
  • Combat mechanics are described as clunky and not very satisfying, with some players finding enemies to be bullet sponges.
  • Voice acting and dialogue, particularly of the main character, are frequently criticized for being awkward, cringeworthy, and detracting from the experience.
  • Various bugs and performance issues, including frequent crashes and graphical glitches, are mentioned as detractors from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • Mixed Points

  • The narrative and storytelling elements are seen as ambitious but sometimes disjointed, with some players enjoying the plot twists while others found them predictable.
  • Puzzles within the game had a mixed reception; some players enjoyed the variety while others found them tedious and repetitive.

    • Common Themes

  • There is a strong comparison to Bioshock, both in style and gameplay mechanics, with Atomic Heart being described as a 'Russian Bioshock'.
  • The game has a distinctly Soviet-themed retro-futuristic aesthetic that is consistently highlighted as a major draw.
  • The humor and sexualized elements, particularly involving the vending machine character Nora, are polarizing and often described as juvenile.
  • While the DLCs expand on the main story, opinions vary on their necessity and quality, influencing the perception of the base game.
    • Updated 9/6/2025, 12:01:54 AM UTC
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