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Zeno Clash is an action/fighting game set in a punk fantasy world. The game is played from a first person perspective and the combat is generally up close and brutal. Experience a deep storyline set in a fantastic world.
Zeno Clash is a action, surreal and indie game
developed and published by ACE Team.
Released on April 21st 2009 is available only on Windows
in 6 languages: English[b]*[/b], German, French, Polish, Spanish - Spain and Italian
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It has received 3,045 reviews of which 2,621 were positive and 424 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 0.48€ on Gamivo.
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- Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP / Vista / Vista64
- Processor: Intel® Pentium® 4 3.0 GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: At least 3 GB of free space
- Video Card: 128 MB, Shader model 2.0, ATI 9600, NVidia 6600 or better
- Sound Card: DirectX® 9.0c compatible sound card
- DirectX® Version: DirectX® 9.0c, DirectX® 10
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VERY strange game. In core - its a simple brawler where all in game-loop consists of moving around very small locations, and fighting with single or multiple opponents. Alongside to hand-to-hand combat with dodge, parry, block, fast kick, strong kick and grab (when the opponents is dizzy), you can use some sort of grenades and ranged weapons, but with dynamic and genre of the game they are more of an icing on a cake. Years ago i played the chronicles of Riddick and some of my friends said that the brawling is very similar, but its basically the whole game. The plot is very simple and can be described in 1 10 word sentence without missing the details. But after completing the game and going to challenges, where process was distilled and the plot was removed - it finally clicked. Positives: + the bizarre and unique style and design of locations and characters, you wont find something similar anywhere else + the combat system is good, simple to understand and dynamic Meh: ~ music ~ duration of the main story (3-5 hours) Negatives: - the plot. Its short, the worldbuilding itself it seems to me was done after designing the characters - like man - you don`t get many explanations or еxposition - the game loop. I guess my view is very affected by the Chronicles of Riddick, but i cant get away from a thought that basically this game only provides 1v1-2-3-4-5 enemies in very very small arenas. I was heavily disappointed that I can't check out the world itself, to interact with its inhabitants and learn more about it. Hope the 2nd game would fix/help me with at least some of those wishes Borderline recommended. You can try it on discount just to check out those visuals, that seem to run off the Salvador Dali paintings and if you like the genre itself, otherwise - stay away.
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The game is great, you should try it. Awesome style and sound, nice and funny fighting mechanic. Abolutely worth its price. Also, Kenshi vibes.
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Zeno Clash is a relic, a fascinatingly ugly experiment in first-person brawling wrapped in dated Source engine tech. Its surreal aesthetic and brutal combat offer a jarring departure from convention. Yet, it exists now mostly as a curiosity, a node in Steam's network designed to funnel you towards bundle purchases. Play it to experience the weirdness, but recognize it as digital taxidermy – interesting to look at, fundamentally dead, and propped up by a system that values your engagement far more than your experience. A monument to creative ambition constrained by technical decay.
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A game as wondrous as it is weird. Zeno Clash has to be one of the craziest games I've played in recent memory, the world of this game is absolutely ridiculous in the best possible way. The character and world design is absolutely unhinged, I found myself having a stupid smile on my face every time I'd encounter a new enemy, enter a new level or pickup a new weapon. Combat is an absolute blast, if a little janky, and it kept me thoroughly entertained through out my playtime. The story is actually really good and engaging, aided by the craziness of the world it is set in. I thoroughly recommend this game, and think it holds up pretty well to this day.
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Short version: Pros: + Quite complex combat system + Strong visual style and character design + Voice acting is solid + Sountrack + Some interesting story parts + Fun side challenges (arenas) Cons: - Story is deliberately vague (to a fault) - Gameplay has a bit of jankiness to it “Long” version: Zeno Clash is a first-person action brawler developed and published by ACE Team. You play as Ghat, a man excommunicated from his community by his own brothers and sisters after doing something terrible. You journey across a gorgeous land, trying to evade your pursuers, meeting friend and foe along the way. I purchased this game in 2015 for 69 cents! Almost 10 years later, I decided to give it a try. I will now share my thoughts on it. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3273495065 Story is up first. The setup is very interesting and there is a Tim Burton-esque appeal to the characters. Ghat must battle his own kin to claim his freedom and keep his companion, Deadra, safe and sound. While the setup is interesting and there are a few twists and turns that are definitely standouts, the story was a bit too deliberately vague. It explained the bare minimum of the world and its characters, and I believe a “show don’t tell” approach to storytelling would have been better. You do get drawn-out sequences where you barely interact with anything and there is a character that just dumps exposition that, in general, means little. I was still sort of “lost” after said information. The main character does not get that much development and the countless antagonists are one dimensional at best. Your side-kick has a little bit more personality, which was greatly appreciated. Gameplay is mostly hand-to-hand combat with a minimum amount of ranged combat and occasional melee weapons. The hand-to-hand combat feels satisfying, as hits are visceral and crunchy – it is also quite complex, as you cannot apply the same tactics to all enemies. Some enemies can dodge stronger attacks, while others have armor, being only weak to attacks from melee weapons. Speaking of which, melee weapons are fun to use but lack the versatility and responsiveness of your fists. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3273494384 Ranged weapons are also enjoyable to use but are usually a liability, as they do not deal too much damage on harder difficulties and have obnoxiously long reload times (which is not a negative, as the game’s focus is on melee combat). You get to visit quite a few different biomes, filled with different enemy types but you will usually deal with the same 5-10 enemy models over and over again. It makes sense, as Ghat does not kill any of is siblings during his journey, but this means you can always use the same strategy against them. The gameplay truly is satisfying but you are pretty much repeating the same combat loop over and over again. There are a few hiccups here and there, like the stamina bar feeling too restrictive or enemies pulling BS moves out of thin air, as well. The game also features enjoyable arena challenges, where you must defeat a certain number of characters in one go. Some of them were a bit more frustrating than others, but it is certainly doable and also enjoyable! I think Zeno Clash looks epic! Not only are the character designs and environments absolutely stunning, the cell-shaded graphics provide the game with a very strong sense of identity, something recent game releases lack, excruciatingly so. You get to visit luscious jungles, stunning desert landscapes inhabited by gorgeous, titanic wildlife and even eerie, darker corners of this world. Really incredible stuff! Audio is up next. The soundtrack is pretty stellar. It is intense and builds up tension during fights. Voice acting is also great – the actors did a fine job delivering the lines and each main character feels distinct. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3273494543 The game is somewhat replayable, as the developers included some pretty nasty achievements that require a few attempts, but that is just about it. Zeno Clash is an unorthodox game to experience – it is absolutely gorgeous to look at and the character designs are masterful. The story could use a glow-up, however, as there is only so much non-sense one can listen to before he/she turns their brain off and the enemy encounters can potentially grow repetitive. Still, an easy recommendation that is inexpensive and offers plenty of content! Give it a shot! Final score: 8 out of 10. If you enjoyed this review, please consider following my [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/7792954-GGN-Reviews/]curator page .
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Zeno Clash is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.
Zeno Clash is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.
Zeno Clash received 2,621 positive votes out of a total of 3,045 achieving a rating of 8.29.
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Zeno Clash was developed and published by ACE Team.
Zeno Clash is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Zeno Clash is not playable on MacOS.
Zeno Clash is not playable on Linux.
Zeno Clash is a single-player game.
Zeno Clash does not currently offer any DLC.
Zeno Clash does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Zeno Clash does not support Steam Remote Play.
Zeno Clash is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Developer
ACE Team
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ACE Team
Release
21 Apr 2009
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