Chernobylite
Release Date: July 28, 2021
Action, FPP, science fiction, survival horror, horror, RPG elements, Polish, crowdfunding, action adventure, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, singleplayer
Survival horror created by Polish studio The Farm 51 - authors of, among others, Get Even shooter released in 2017. The game is set in the so-called Exclusion Zone around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
Last Update: November 29, 2019
Chernobylite Guide
The Chernobylite Guide is a compendium of knowledge about this game. It consists of general advice, a description of the most important game mechanics and an accurate walkthrough of the main plot. You'll also find hardware requirements and controls here.
July 27, 2021
Chernobylite Review: Welcome to the Exclusion Zone
Chernobylite is perhaps the closest you will ever get to visiting the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone and avoid any of the radiation aftereffects. And it also somehow manages to make it fun and intriguing at the same time.
June 29, 2021
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[1:38] Chernobylite Chernobylite Complete Edition - Nintendo Switch Launch Trailer
[1:19] Chernobylite Switch Gameplay and Release Date Trailer
Gamepressure Review
Chernobylite
Chernobylite is perhaps the closest you will ever get to visiting the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone and avoid any of the radiation aftereffects. And it also somehow manages to make it fun and intriguing at the same time.
OpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 63% of Critics. There are 100 Critic Reviews.
God is a Geek: 7.5 / 10 by Mick Fraser
Chernobylite does the tension of survival better than most, but the hokey horror element lets it down.
PC Gamer: 78 / 100 by Robert Zak
An ambitious and atmospheric adventure undercut by some simplistic mechanics.
Nintendo Life: 5 / 10 by Oliver Revolta
We liked much of Chernobylite and this is a playable port with a fairly solid frame rate, but too many things held us back from scoring it any higher - the graphical downgrade, the tedious death loop, and most egregiously, the multiple crashes that we experienced throughout. We never lost any progress but almost a dozen crashes in the 15-20 hour runtime are worth noting.
The main pros of the game
- Immersive Atmosphere: The game effectively captures the eerie and haunting environment of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, providing a strong sense of authenticity and immersion.
- Engaging Story: Many players found the storyline intriguing, with elements of mystery and emotional depth that kept them invested in the narrative.
- Choice and Consequence: The game allows players to make choices that affect the story and character relationships, adding a layer of depth to the gameplay.
- Diverse Gameplay Mechanics: Players appreciated the combination of survival, resource management, base building, and stealth mechanics, which provided a varied gameplay experience.
- Visuals and Sound Design: While not universally praised, some players noted that the graphics and sound design contributed positively to the overall atmosphere of the game.
The main cons of the game
- Repetitive Gameplay: Many reviews pointed out that the missions can become repetitive, especially in the latter parts of the game, often requiring players to revisit the same areas multiple times.
- Combat Issues: Players criticized the combat mechanics for being clunky and not very rewarding. Stealth gameplay was sometimes seen as trivial, particularly at normal difficulty levels.
- Technical Problems: Some users experienced bugs, crashes, and performance issues, particularly related to the game's optimization and the Unreal Engine.
- Voice Acting and Localization: The quality of voice acting received mixed reviews, with some players finding the English dub lacking compared to the Russian version.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Variety in Endings: Players expressed a desire for more variation in the game's endings, suggesting that having distinct good and bad endings could enhance replayability.
- Improved AI: Some reviews called for smarter NPC behavior, particularly in combat scenarios, as enemies were often seen as overly accurate or predictable.
- More Guidance for New Players: Several users noted that the game could benefit from clearer instructions or tutorials, especially regarding resource gathering and mission objectives.
- Additional Gameplay Depth: Some players wished for deeper mechanics in combat and stealth, as well as more complex interactions with companions.
Summary
- Overall, Chernobylite Complete Edition offers a unique and atmospheric experience that appeals to fans of survival horror and RPGs, but it also has noticeable flaws that may affect the enjoyment of some players.
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Chernobylite Description
Chernobylite is a first-person action adventure game belonging to the survival horror subgenre, set in the Exclusion Zone around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. The game focuses on the story and beautiful visuals, made with Unreal Engine 4 and photogrammetry technology. It was developed by the Polish studio The Farm 51 - authors of Get Even, among others.
Plot
The main character of Chernobylite is a physicist named Igor, whose beloved disappeared without a trace during the events related to the nuclear disaster at Chernobyl. Although 30 years have passed since then, the man has never come to terms with his loss. After a mysterious package with a photo of his beloved and her increasingly frequent visions in his dreams, the protagonist returns to the place of the tragedy, now called the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, believing that she is still there. It turns out that a mysterious substance (Chernobylite) is being mined in The Zone, and the area is protected by mercenaries. But in the darkness lurk even more sinister, supernatural things...
Mechanics
Unlike many other survival horror games, Chernobylite offers a non-linear story combined with free exploration of a world divided into a number of smaller locations. The gameplay is based on gathering information, solving puzzles and dealing with dangers (you can both avoid them and fight them). The choices the player makes, such as who to trust, are very important. Decisions also shape the environment and influence the companions. The game also includes the fight - the system responsible for it does not deviate from the first-person shooter standards.
Apart from monsters and soldiers, the environment itself can be a source of danger - developers have included in their game a handful of mechanics characteristic of survival games. This includes gathering supplies and using an extensive crafting system, which allows our protagonist to create many useful items (including weapons and other survival gear), as well as improve the equipment he already has. It is important to develop a base camp where you can create more advanced equipment and improve your skills. Extensive knowledge of physics and chemistry acquired by the protagonist turns out to be invaluable in this case. In The Zone there are also areas with high radiation, which can have a negative impact on the hero's health.
Game modes
In Chernobylite we can play only solo. The developers have not prepared any multiplayer mode.
Technical aspects
Chernobylite features realistic, 3D graphics, thanks to the advanced Unreal Engine 4. As in the case of Get Even, the developers decided to use the Reality 51 photogrammetry technique (it's all about 3D scanning). Thanks to this, we will find in the game faithful reproduction of real places from Chernobyl.
Trivia
In order to make the game as authentic as possible, the creators took a trip to Chernobyl and prepared a rich documentation during it. Before creating Chernobylite, they used it to create Chernobyl VR Project.
Last updated on February 17, 2020
Chernobylite Summary
Early Access:October 16, 2019
Game Series: Chernobylite
Platforms:
PC / Windows July 28, 2021
PlayStation 5 April 21, 2022
Xbox Series X/S April 21, 2022
Switch December 13, 2024
PlayStation 4 September 28, 2021
Xbox One September 28, 2021
Developer: The Farm 51
Publisher: Untold Tales
Chernobylite System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon R7 260 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 7 SP1 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 970 / Radeon RX 480 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8/10 64-bit
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Chernobylite Release Date on PS4 and Xbox One
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Chernobylite Gets Release Date and Big Final Stage Patch
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April 23, 2021
Chernobylite Will be Bigger and Launch in Q2 2021
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January 22, 2021
The Devs of Chernobylite Reveal Early Access Roadmap
Polish studio The Farm 51 thanked the players for their involvement in early access to Chernobylite and announced next year's updates. The game will feature a lot of new weapons, locations and missions, as well as several features that fans are most eagerly awaiting.
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