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Atomic Heart

Atomic Heart

February 21, 2023
Focus Entertainment
4.2/5.0(8,605 reviews)
~12h playtime
Metacritic 73
ActionRole Playing Games

PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series S/X · PC · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One

Mixed

Player feedback on Atomic Heart reveals a divided opinion, with some praising its unique art style, atmosphere, and nostalgia factor, while others criticize its combat, repetitive gameplay, and presentation. Overall, players seem to enjoy the aesthetics and concept but find many gameplay elements frustrating or unpolished.

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About This Game

Dive into a dystopian world in Atomic Heart, where technology has spiraled out of control. Engage in frenetic combat using advanced weaponry and unique powers as you uncover the secrets behind a utopia gone awry.

Highlights

  • Unique art style and captivating graphics
  • Engaging and nostalgic world design
  • Varied weaponry and combat abilities
  • Explorative gameplay combined with puzzle-solving
  • Visceral combat against giant machines and mutants
  • Atmospheric soundtracks enhancing the experience

Themes

sci-fipost-apocalypticdarkdystopianhorrorexploration

Mechanics

combatopen-worldcraftingpuzzle-solvingexplorationstory-drivendialoguemultiple-endingsinventory-managementstealth

Platforms

PlayStation 5
Xbox Series S/X
PC
PlayStation 4
Xbox One

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature 17+
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Player Reviews

Mixed

Player feedback on Atomic Heart reveals a divided opinion, with some praising its unique art style, atmosphere, and nostalgia factor, while others criticize its combat, repetitive gameplay, and presentation. Overall, players seem to enjoy the aesthetics and concept but find many gameplay elements frustrating or unpolished.

Pros

  • • Unique art style and graphics
  • • Interesting story premise and atmosphere
  • • Nostalgic and engaging world design
  • • Diverse weapon variety and abilities
  • • Varied soundtrack

Cons

  • • Frustrating combat mechanics
  • • Repetitive gameplay and quest design
  • • Unpolished bugs and performance issues
  • • Confusing and disconnected story presentation
  • • Linear level design with limited exploration

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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Atomic Heart — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atomic Heart worth playing?
Atomic Heart has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.2 out of 5 across 8,605 reviews.
What platforms is Atomic Heart available on?
Atomic Heart is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Atomic Heart release?
Atomic Heart released on February 21, 2023.
What is Atomic Heart's age rating?
Atomic Heart carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature 17+.
Atomic Heart - Dystopian Action RPG with Unique Art Style