Killing Time: Resurrected

by Nightdive Studios, 3DO, Ziggurat

The Developer Says...

Journey into a mansion on the Island of Matinicus where you'll arrive to find the mansion full of hellacious demonic creatures. Solve deadly puzzles, uncover the secrets behind a famous mystery and discover an ancient artifact from the Pharaoh Ramses, if you can live long enough to find it.

Players Like...

❤ Expansive, Interconnected Exploration

The game features a large, interconnected open-world environment that players can freely explore without any loading screens. Unlike the more segmented levels of classic FPS games, the levels in this title are seamlessly connected, allowing players to backtrack and discover new areas as they progress. This open-world structure creates a persistent, continuous sense of exploration, enhancing the game's immersive qualities.

❤ Metroidvania-Inspired Progression

The game's progression has a Metroidvania-like structure, where certain areas and doors remain locked until the player acquires specific key items or artifacts. This encourages backtracking and thorough exploration, as players must return to previously inaccessible locations once they obtain the necessary items. For example, obtaining a magical amulet may unlock a previously sealed door, granting access to new areas to uncover.

❤ Diverse Enemy Encounters

The game presents a delightfully eclectic mix of adversaries for players to combat, from zombies and demonic creatures to more unusual foes like enraged ducks and clowns. Each enemy type has its own unique behaviors and attack patterns, requiring players to employ different tactics and weapons to overcome them effectively. For instance, the agile clowns may dash and dodge the player's attacks, necessitating the use of the powerful Tommy gun to take them down.

❤ Satisfying Weapons and Combat

The game's weapon selection, though not overly extensive, provides a satisfying mix of firearms and explosive devices. Players can wield classics like the pistol, shotgun, and Tommy gun, complemented by more exotic choices like Molotov cocktails. The weapons feel impactful and responsive, contributing to the game's visceral and satisfying combat experience.

❤ Engaging Puzzle-Solving

Interspersed throughout the environment are various puzzles and challenges for players to overcome. These range from simple key-finding tasks to more complex environmental interactions, requiring a combination of exploration, observation, and strategic thinking to progress. Solving these puzzles rewards players with new areas, items, and story progression, further enhancing the sense of accomplishment.

❤ Atmospheric Storytelling

While the gameplay is firmly rooted in old-school first-person shooter mechanics, the game also incorporates a unique form of storytelling through its live-action FMV (Full Motion Video) cutscenes. These ghostly FMV sequences, featuring digitized sprites of actors, provide vital clues and context about the game's haunting and mysterious narrative, adding an additional layer of atmosphere and intrigue to the overall experience.

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