Initially available for a brief window during Steam Next Fest, unconventional outer space FPS Limit Now available as a Steam Early Access title. The game is currently on Steam for $22.49 until April 20 (normally $24.99).
narrative of Limit Virtually non-existent, but essentially, you have a bunch of astronauts armed to the teeth shooting at each other in low Earth orbit. if you’ve seen the second season for all Mankind, You will get the gist immediately.
The UI and overall gunplay will feel familiar to anyone who’s played a Call of Duty title black ops 2however, Limit Forces you to come to grips with unique mechanics to ensure success. If you forget for a second that you’re in space, the game will immediately remind you that your standard rules of engagement don’t apply here.
LimitThe differences are immediately apparent, as you can move in any direction, and there’s no up or down in space, giving you and your opponents far more traversal options. Since floating around won’t get you anywhere fast, keep spinning in Limit is accomplished via giant jetpacks that resemble the MMU’s (Manned Maneuvering Unit) that NASA used in the 80’s except they feel more akin to power armor, with additional ordnance and With connected gadgets.
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While you can always land on a solid surface to eliminate the inertia associated with thrusting through space, going on solid ground severely limits your tactical options and makes you easier to spot.
All maps center around an orbital installation of some sort, with a mess of debris to provide cover. Floating in space and popping up to get a quick shot at the opposition is the default, but nifty gadgets like the grappling hook and EMP device add some tactical wrinkles.
in the armory Limit Feels a lot more realistic than what you’ll find in your typical science-fiction shooter. Weapons lean more towards practicality, eschewing lasers and directed energy weapons for recognizable guns that have been adapted to operate in zero gravity.
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Despite the supernatural setting, the world of Limit Still feels grounded thanks to lots of little touches that nail the setting. For example, many weapons are painted white because a matte black weapon will inevitably melt in direct sunlight. These touches aren’t just aesthetic; The way sound travels (or doesn’t travel) in space forces you to be alert to your surroundings, and makes it very easy to sneak up on opponents.
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Developer Surgical Scalpels hasn’t released a roadmap outlining when we can expect new features and other content LimitBut it’s definitely worth checking out in its current state.
