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République

République

Pros
  • Graphical performance and voiceovers
  • Original and delightful gameplay
  • Smart AI and engaging storyline
Cons
  • Additional episodes 2-5 must be purchased separately (or get a season pass)
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Expert's Review
9.4
Awesome

"Ministry of Love approves"

Reviewed by / May 06, 2014

A dystopian horror stealth game

We should like you pay attention to this review for several reasons. First off, because it's a stealth game, and mobile gaming is too short off such a wonderful genre. You can't clear a path by beating anyone. No ninja stars, no flaming swords, no fist fighting whatsoever. The main character must hide all the time. It might sound tedious, and it is: you can't physically attack anyone.

Secondly, because it makes use of some sort of meta-narrative resources to narrow the gap of ludonarrative dissonance, which is a term we critics often use to refer to when a game and its gameplay haven't anything to do with each other, so to speak. In this case, that ludowhatever has been brilliantly solved by a gameplay twist: you don't control the main character, you're the sidekick who helps her by hacking into the bad guys' system through your cellphone, the same you're just now holding in your hand.

Lastly, because this game can brag of such an elevated technical performance, both in terms of raw gameplay and cutscenes, that it deserves a golden pass to the Olympus of videogaming. As far of 2014, money spent on Republique is money well spent. We could only ask for some bold features to involve device's cam or mic, or something to make use of tilt control.

Highly recommendable. It goes straight to my select and sybarite list of favorites.

Developer's original description available here
Developed over 4 years by industry veterans (Metal Gear Solid 4, Halo 4, F.E.A.R., Black & White 2, SOCOM), RÉPUBLIQUE is an intense, thrilling, and topical, stealth-action game that explores the perils of government surveillance in the Internet Age.

POLYGON - "A must-play experience in 2014."
IGN - "Special, new, and necessary."
THE WASHINGTON POST - "Sets a new benchmark for mobile game quality."
TOUCH ARCADE (5/5) - "Shaping up to be a masterpiece."
CNET - "This is the App Store's next must-have high-end game."
WINNER - “Excellence in Storytelling”, 10th International Mobile Game Awards

You receive a desperate call from Hope, a mysterious woman trapped inside an oppressive totalitarian state. By hacking into the nation's elaborate surveillance network and taking control, you guide Hope through a web of danger and deception across five thrilling episodes.

Pilot Episode 1: “Exordium” (purchase future episodes with the discounted Season Pass):

- “One Touch” stealth action gameplay
- Immersive puzzles and strategic choices
- Advanced AI systems
- Motion-captured cutscenes
- Full voiceovers, starring:
- Rena Strober
- David Hayter (Metal Gear Solid)
- Jennifer Hale (Mass Effect, BioShock Infinite)
- Dwight Schultz (Killer7, Star Trek)
- Khary Payton (Metal Gear Solid 4)
- Matthew Mercer (Resident Evil 6)
- Console-quality facial tech powered by Faceware
- OMNI View icon art by Cory Schmitz
- iOS 7 Leaderboards, Achievements and Gamepad support
- Innovative, interactive developer commentary (in-app purchase)
- Downloadable “The Making of République” video series (in-app purchase)
- Fully translated in English, French, German, Spanish, Russian and Brazilian Portuguese
- Powered by Unity
- Funded by the Kickstarter Community

Critically acclaimed République’s story continues with Episode 2: “Metamorphosis”.

WHAT’S NEW:

Metamorphosis Library: A stunning new environment that pushes iOS to the limit
Three Mind-Bending Puzzles: Featuring a collaboration with Kostya Stankevych, creator of Blueprint 3D
3D Map: One of the most requested features come to life, enabled for both EP1 and EP2
ARC Prizrak: New guard type with protective armor and randomized patrols to keep you on your toes
New OMNI Abilities: Unlock voyeuristic abilities allowing the visualization of Prizrak through walls and their patrol routes
Improved Performance: Optimized performance gains from Unity 4.5 (most notable on iPhone 4, iPad mini and iPad 2)
Video Documentary Part 3: A candid look at the development of Episode 2, a free download for Season Pass owners

TECHNICAL NOTES:

- République Minimum Spec Requirements: iPhone 4 & up, iPad 2 & up,
iPod Touch 5 & up.
- Close all running apps to improve performance and stability.

Recently changed in this version

- Critical fixes for iOS8
- Documentary videos temporarily unavailable — waiting on 3rd party plugin update
- Various changes in preparation for EP3’s October release…


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