The Cycle
GameSpot Description:
The Cycle is a competitive match-based first person quester, from the makers of Spec Ops: The Line. On Fortuna III you compete against other Prospectors or collaborate with them to claim as much resources as possible and escape before the planet crushes the life out of you.
Video Footage of PvP Gameplay:
Episode Summary:
The Cycle: A Unique PvE and PvP Game
The Cycle is a first-person shooter game with a mix of PvE and PvP elements. Players compete as prospectors, completing quests and fighting for greedy intergalactic corporations. The game offers a decent progression system and allows players to solo, duo, or play as a squad. It is not a battle royale game and offers a unique gameplay experience.
The Fast-Paced Action and Gameplay of the Game
This section discusses the fast-paced and action-packed nature of the game, highlighting the constant fighting, the lack of downtime, and the enjoyable gunplay. It also touches on the importance of strategy, the different play styles for solo, duo, and squad modes, and the beautiful visuals of the game. The section also mentions the lack of variety in monster types and suggests that introducing more monsters would enhance the game's longevity. It concludes with a discussion on the evacuation mechanic and the progression system, where players can unlock new weapons and abilities by earning reputation with different factions.
The Cycle's Unique Gameplay and Potential for Improvement
The Cycle is a unique game that combines elements of PvE and PvP in a well-polished and engaging experience. While the progression system and mechanics are enjoyable, there are concerns about the lack of endgame content and diversity in missions and monsters. The game's pack mechanic and high time to kill have received mixed reviews. Overall, the community finds The Cycle to be a refreshing and fun game, but it has room for improvement.
Ranking the game "The Cycle" using the "Make Love, Marry, or Murder" system, the hosts unanimously agree that it is a "Make Love" game, meaning it is enjoyable and worth trying out. They discuss the game's potential longevity and conclude that it may not have a lasting appeal. They also discuss the game's ranking on their leaderboard, placing it below "Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes" but above "Rimworld." The hosts invite listener recommendations for future games to review.
Key Points Covered
1. The Cycle: A Unique PvE and PvP Game
2. The Fast-Paced Action and Gameplay of the Game
3. The Cycle's Unique Gameplay and Potential for Improvement
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Make Love
Josh - Make Love
Todd - Make Love