Explore Westminster, London on a journey to the ruins of Hanwell. Fight with whatever you can find or use the environment to defend yourself against an ever increasing scourge of Anomalies.
Players praise the game's ability to deeply immerse them in its post-apocalyptic setting. Reviewers highlight the dense, detailed environments that authentically capture the feel of a ruined Westminster, London. The lack of a traditional HUD and in-game feedback keep players fully engaged in the tense, frightening world.
The dual-button combat system allows players to time their attacks and blocks with satisfying "punchy" feedback. Scarcity of weapons and ammunition forces players to scavenge creatively, using environmental hazards and makeshift items as improvisational tools against the dangerous "Anomalies." This survival-focused gameplay adds tension as players must adapt to each encounter.
The non-linear, open-ended structure encourages players to explore at their own pace, uncovering the game's layered story and world lore organically. Reviewers praise the joy of discovering unique locations throughout Westminster, each presenting their own secrets, puzzles, and challenges to overcome.
Reviewers highlight how the environment dynamically reacts to player actions, with enemies and hazards appearing unexpectedly to keep players constantly adapting. Players can creatively utilize environmental elements like fire, electricity, and crushing mechanisms to dispatch the Anomalies, adding depth to the combat.
While extremely positive overall, some reviewers note minor issues with camera sensitivity, controller responsiveness, and audio balancing that the developer is actively working to address. These are seen as polish points for an already solid gameplay foundation.