Terminator: Resistance
Release Date: November 15, 2019
Action, FPP, science fiction, post-apocalypse, FPS, movies, Polish, remasters/remakes, shooters, singleplayer
Based on the license of the cult film series FPS with RPG elements, developed by the Polish studio Teyon Games. In Terminator: Resistance, we take on the role of a resistance member who tries to stop the title machines from destroying humanity.
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Videos and Screens
[1:21] Terminator: Resistance Xbox trailer
[1:39] Terminator: Resistance trailer #1 [PL]
Gamepressure Review
Terminator: Resistance
The new Terminator is surprisingly satisfactory. And we're not talking about the average film by Tim Miller, but about a fresh game from Krakow's Teyon – a developer who became notorious in the gaming industry with the infamous Rambo: The Video Game.
PC / WindowsMetro GameCentral: 3 / 10
There's the endoskeleton of a good movie adaptation here, but with dire graphics, dull combat, and tedious missions this low budget shooter is very easy to resist.
Eurogamer: by Wesley Yin-Poole
Generic and boring, Terminator: Resistance's only redeeming feature is its fan service.
Slant Magazine: 4 / 5 by Ryan Aston
The score, composed by Chris Detyna, Jakub Gawlina and Leszek Górniak, impresses with fresh instrumentation and variations on Brad Fiedel’s powerful theme. Of particular note is a gorgeous acoustic rendition scoring the credits and one of multiple sex scenes, calling back to the original film. But Resistance is more than just hollow fan service or wish-fulfilment for a worn-down fanbase, as it stands out as an engaging first-person action-adventure. And, with this remaster, it gets a second wind as a truly “complete” experience.
The main pros of the game
- Atmosphere and Lore: Many players appreciated the game's ability to capture the feel of the original *Terminator* films, particularly the atmosphere of a dystopian future and the oppressive presence of Skynet.
- Gameplay Mechanics: The mix of stealth and shooting elements was well-received, with players enjoying the tension of sneaking past enemies and the satisfaction of combat when engaging in firefights.
- Nostalgia: Fans of the *Terminator* franchise found the numerous references and callbacks to the first two movies to be a highlight, enhancing their overall enjoyment.
- Crafting and Upgrades: Players liked the crafting system and the ability to upgrade weapons, which added depth to the gameplay.
- Variety of Enemies: The game features a range of enemies, including different types of Terminators, which kept the gameplay interesting for many.
The main cons of the game
- Graphics: A common criticism was that the graphics felt dated and did not meet the standards of modern AAA games, with some players noting that they appeared "poor" or "basic."
- AI and Enemy Variety: Several reviews mentioned that the AI of enemies could be improved, with some players finding the enemies too easy to defeat as the game progressed. There were also calls for a greater variety of enemy types.
- Game Length: Some players felt that the game was too short, with many completing the main campaign and side quests in around 10-15 hours, leaving them wanting more content.
- Clunky Mechanics: A few reviews described the controls and gameplay mechanics as clunky or dated, which detracted from the overall experience for some players.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Depth in RPG Elements: Players expressed a desire for a more robust RPG system, including a deeper skill tree and more impactful choices that could influence the game's outcome.
- Improved Stealth Mechanics: While the stealth aspect was appreciated, some players felt it could be enhanced, with suggestions for more strategic options or skills to make stealth gameplay more rewarding.
- More Complex Crafting and Looting Systems: Users noted that the crafting system felt underutilized and that looting did not provide enough meaningful rewards, with many preferring combat over crafting.
- Better AI for Enemies: There were requests for smarter AI that could provide a more challenging experience, especially in stealth scenarios.
Summary
- Overall, Terminator: Resistance has been described as a solid, if imperfect, addition to the Terminator franchise, particularly enjoyable for fans of the original films, but with room for improvement in various gameplay aspects.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 885 votes. 253 players anticipated the game.
Terminator: Resistance Description
Terminator: Resistance is an FPS enriched with RPG elements. The production was developed by the Polish team Teyon Games, whose portfolio includes, among others, Heavy Fire series and Rambo: The Video Game.
Plot
As the feature prequel of the film cycle, Terminator: Resistance takes us to the United States in chaos after a rebellion of machines. The action of the game takes place some time before one of the T-800 models was sent into the past to eliminate Sarah Connor and thus prevent the birth of John Connor, the future leader of the human resistance movement.
During the game we play Jacob Rivers - one of the rebels, whose team was murdered by robots. When the protagonist encounters a group of other survivors, they embark on a dangerous journey through demolished America to stop the victorious machine march. The plot of the game is to some extent non-linear, and the fate of the hero and his friends depends on the decisions made by us during the game.
Mechanics
In Terminator: Resistance we observe the action from the first person perspective (FPP). Throughout a series of missions on extensive maps, we focus on a variety of tasks and the fight against the title machines; we face our opponents alone or alongside other soldiers controlled by artificial intelligence. During clashes, we use an extensive arsenal of firearms and various gadgets, which we find or produce (and if necessary, improve) ourselves, using the acquired resources. As we progress, we gain experience, unlock new skills and develop existing ones. In addition to combat abilities, other "Skills" can be useful, such as opening increasingly complex locks.
Although there is no shortage of enemies whose defeat is not a big problem (provided that we hit their weak spots accurately), such as reconnaissance drones or robots-spiders, it is worth hiding behind shields during the firefighting, especially that life does not regenerate automatically here, and the weakened forces can be restored with the help of first-aid kits found on the way. However, encounters with the above mentioned T-800s look a bit different, as they are extremely resistant to damage and have a powerful attack force, so we must initially sneak behind their backs and avoid direct confrontations at all costs; only with time does our combat potential grow so much that we can stand up to our equals with them.
Technical aspects
Terminator: Resistance three-dimensional graphics are decent; the most notable are the opponents, who are designed with great attention to detail, and their metal armour gradually deteriorates during the firefight. The fun is accompanied by a soundtrack evoking associations with the music from the film's original.
Terminator: Resistance Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows November 15, 2019
PlayStation 5 April 30, 2021
Xbox Series X/S October 27, 2023
PlayStation 4 November 15, 2019
Xbox One November 15, 2019
Developer: Teyon
Publisher: Reef Entertainment
Terminator: Resistance System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: (60 fps / 1080p) Intel Core i3-4160 3.6 GHz / AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 1050 / 4 GB Radeon RX 560 or better, 32 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit
Recommended: (60 fps / 1440p) Intel Core i5-8400 2.8 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 590 or better, 32 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit
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Terminator: Resistance Introduces New Mode With T-800
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27 Minutes of Gameplay From Terminator Resistance
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