Wrath: Aeon of Ruin

"Wrath: Aeon of Ruin is not the most imaginative retro FPS, but is elevated by its solid fundamentals and often stunning levels."

"Wrath: Aeon of Ruin&s;s gunplay is tight and fast-paced, but it doesn&s;t stand out with mediocre level design, low enemy variety, and overall aesthetic."

"Wrath: Aeon of Ruin is a boomer shooter inspired by the legendary Quake that seeks to add to the growing repertoire of the genre, with a decent proposal. It&s;s a videogame that doesn&s;t manage to stand out enough, but even …"

"Wrath: Aeon of Ruin is a well-made game with a classic first-person shooter look and feel. There is some story to be had, but we&s;re really here to kill freaky critters and save the world, right?"

"WRATH: Aeon of Ruin is a very fun time, but it&s;s not for everyone. You&s;ll find expansive levels and worthy challenges to conquer for those willing and ready to face what it offers."

"King Quake is alive, and WRATH: Aeon of Ruin is here to prove it to us. Credit to KillPixel who has been able to create very labyrinthine maps full of secret rooms, hordes of enemies that not only count on …"

"WRATH: Aeon of Ruin is a great spiritual successor to Quake, using the game’s engine to deliver a modern take on the mechanics. Though the map design can feel claustrophobic, the game is fun and has interesting takes on weapons, …"

"Despite some rough edges that risk making it unsuitable for newcomers to the genre, WRATH: Aeon of Ruin is among the best boomer shooters around today, especially if you love open levels and exploration."

"The game&s;s cut-throat pacing will certainly excite the hardcore players, but the lack of real breaks, meaningful exploration, and worldbuilding makes WRATH: Aeon of Ruin more of a shooting exercise than an actual memorable experience. I still feel like recommending …"

"Retro FPS builds on nostalgia and pure action, but could have offered more variability. Still, it&s;s not a bad choice."

"Wrath: Aeon of Ruin feels like the hardcore peak of the so-called &s;boomer-shooter&s; subgenre. A punishing (sometimes unfairly so), yet rewarding and surprisingly innovative exercise in first-person shooter goodness, Wrath: Aeon of Ruin is recommended for anyone looking to test …"

"While it gets off to a rocky start, its Quake roots then shine to make for a mostly satisfying retro first-person shooter"

"WRATH: Aeon of Ruin welcomes new players without holding your hand all the way through."

"Wrath: Aeon of Ruin is a solid entry if not a forgettable one. I wanted to love it more than I did, but in the end just found myself pushing through just to see it end, and not necessarily because …"

"WRATH: Aeon of Ruin will find an obvious appeal to those who are looking at other episodes, if only it is a pleasant "mellet" in the design of the level, especially if one considers the technological limitations in its development."

"Despite featuring some interesting ideas, Wrath: Aeon of Ruin suffers from an uneven pace, excessively dark (and repetitive) visuals, and some poor level design. The excessive emphasis on storytelling was also a bummer, as this is not particularly what a …"

"If you approach Wrath: Aeon of Ruin with no expectations beyond a violent way to kill a few hours, then there is fun to be had."

"It&s;s easy to lose track of time here, moving from one fight to the next, exploring every corner, and having fun with the constant sense of momentum. Between its satisfying combat, strong sense of scale, and commitment to its old …"

"If I had to choose, I would like the style of the recent Warhammer 40,000 Boltgun, which surpasses the one we are dealing with in forcefulness, fun and dynamics. Wrath is a title that I&s;ve been looking forward to since …"

"KillPixel&s;s shooter demonstrates breathtaking ambition in its 3D level design, but that can come at the cost of pacing and fun."

"WRATH: Aeon of Ruin is a fantastic entry to a genre catered to a niche audience. Its high-octane combat and design choices will take you back to the glory days of FPS gaming, and with the help of the engine …"

"While Wrath: Aeon of Ruin might give off the impression that it&s;s just another boomer shooter in a market already well-past saturation, it manages to forge its own identity by being a throwback to classics of the genre with a …"

"No, this time nostalgia isn&s;t enough to raise Wrath: Aeon of Ruin to a satisfactory level. The console version’s limitations are evident from how the experience was adapted to home hardware controls, making it frustratingly difficult. The poorly balanced difficulty …"

"Ultimately, how much you vibe with Wrath: Aeon of Ruin will come down to how willing you are to put up with the limitations imposed on you by playing it on a controller, how much you vibe with the save …"

"Wrath not only looks, but feels like a game from the past. It can entertain fans of the genre, but it will not surprise them in any way."