Cyberpunk shooter Sprawl Zero released on all major platforms
- The cyberpunk shooter Sprawl Zero has been released on PC and consoles
- The game is inspired by Half-Life 2, F.E.A.R., and Halo: Combat Evolved
- There is a 20% discount on Steam until September 22
- The project received high praise from early players
The American development studio Maeth, in collaboration with the publisher Kwalee, officially presented Sprawl Zero — a prequel to the full-featured action game Sprawl. The new project is positioned as a dynamic cyberpunk shooter created in the style of legendary projects from the early 2000s and has received positive early reviews on the Steam platform.
Extended release support ensured the game's launch on multiple platforms. Sprawl Zero became available on personal computers via Steam and Epic Games Store, as well as on the latest generation gaming consoles — PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S. Additionally, the project supports the new portable console Nintendo Switch 2. The premiere was accompanied by an intense two-minute gameplay video.
Russian consumers can purchase the game on Steam at the standard price of 1050 rubles. However, until September 22, there is a special offer with a 20 percent discount, allowing them to buy Sprawl Zero for 840 rubles. The publisher also provides an opportunity to save when purchasing bundles that include other studio projects — Sprawl, Severed Steel, Turbo Overkill, and Trepang2.
The first user reviews on Steam show high satisfaction with the product. The rating is approaching perfect scores thanks to positive feedback. Gamers primarily note the quality of gameplay, the successfully embodied nostalgic atmosphere of the era, and the musical design of the project.
Plot and gameplay
The events of Sprawl Zero unfold in a fantastic cyberpunk metropolis, under strict control of an authoritarian military regime and religious extremists. The main character — a super-soldier fighter nicknamed Five — receives a mission to eliminate the leader of a dangerous techno-religious organization that threatens the stability of the city.
The combat scenes in the game are characterized by a high pace of action, but do not require players to simply mash buttons. Enemies display intelligent behavior — they exchange information, synchronize tactical maneuvers, conduct organized flanking maneuvers, provide fire support for each other, and use grenade weaponry to suppress the player's positions.
Design and mechanics
The creative vision of the developers has absorbed the influence of several classic projects in the genre. The aesthetics and architecture of the levels are inspired by Halo: Combat Evolved, F.E.A.R., and Half-Life 2 — works that have defined the standards of the sci-fi shooter. The combat system is built on original mechanics that use gravitational interactions as a key element of tactics.
The project offers an extensive arsenal of weapon systems for various combat scenarios. The levels are handcrafted and feature a branching structure that allows players to choose different paths to solve challenges. Localization of text elements into Russian is provided for the Russian audience.
Source: 3DNews
