The first impressions of Atomic Heart have just gone online, shared by the publication’s own reviewer. The shooter from Mundfish has earned 72 points on OpenCritic and 78 points on Metacritic so far.
With the final rating still in flux, the overall score remains provisional. Early critics describe Atomic Heart as a polarizing title: its visual presentation and atmospheric design receive applause, while some note a lack of meaningful innovations and a combat system that can feel repetitive or frustrating at times.
Ratings:
- GameSpot – 6/10;
- PCGamesN – 8/10;
- PlayStation Universe – 7.5/10;
- We’ve Got This Covered – 4/5;
- IGN – 8/10;
- IGN Adria – 9/10;
- GamesRadar+ – 2.5/5.
What critics say:
Atomic Heart presents a challenging concept with ambitious ideas that sometimes struggle to reach polish across all facets of the game. Critics highlight a look that captivates, paired with moments of strong spectacle, yet point to uneven balance and occasional ideas that don’t fully land.
Atomic Heart emerges as a Soviet sci‑fi adventure replete with stunning visuals and scenes that can be genuinely impressive. Some assessments emphasize moments of excellent level design and pacing, but pull back on enthusiasm when considering trajectory and cohesion of the overall experience.
The game’s storytelling, player abilities, and world construction show considerable promise, but several reviews note that the impact may feel inconsistent from one segment to the next. When the encounter design aligns with the enemy ecosystem, players can experience a compelling rhythm that elevates the session, even if other parts feel less memorable.
In summary, Atomic Heart offers a science‑fiction narrative shooter set in a distraught, alternate USSR. It contains awkward moments and design flaws at times, yet the way skill progression interacts with enemies and environments can deliver a welcome thrill for those who value systems that reward experimentation and situational awareness.
The game is scheduled for release on February 21 for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, and PS5. Players subscribing to Game Pass can begin playing by selecting a region that aligns with available access, a reminder of how platform ecosystems can shape the initial experience.
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