ОБЗОР NOBODY WANTS TO DIE

Summary

In this video script, Pavel Baranov reviews the game 'Nobody to Die,' expressing his initial skepticism based on trailers but ultimately praising the game's immersive noir atmosphere, engaging storyline, and high-quality visuals. The game, set in a futuristic 2329, features a world where consciousness can be transferred between bodies, leading to a complex narrative involving a detective on temporary leave. Pavel highlights the game's atmospheric music, detailed world-building, and detective mechanics, including futuristic gadgets that enhance the investigation process. Despite minor issues with pacing and optimization, he recommends the game to fans of noir detective stories, noting its relatively short playtime and suggesting waiting for a discount due to its $17 price tag.

Takeaways

• 🎮 The game 'Nobody to Die' exceeded the player's expectations, offering a rich noir atmosphere and intriguing detective gameplay.
• 🌆 The game is set in a futuristic 2329, with a retro-futuristic American vibe, featuring flying cars, heavy pollution, and skyscrapers.
• 🧐 The main character, James, is a detective on temporary leave, tasked with solving a high-profile murder case.
• 🔍 The game's narrative unfolds in chapters, with each focusing on the investigation of a larger case, immersing the player in the story quickly.
• 🗣️ Characters are well-voiced, adding depth and realism to their interactions, which are crucial to the game's atmosphere.
• 🕵️‍♂️ The game includes detective tools like a scanner, an ultraviolet flashlight, and a device that can revert objects to their original state for a short time.
• 🔎 Players can piece together clues to reconstruct events, creating detective 'webs' with red threads, adding to the game's detective mechanics.
• 🎶 The game features atmospheric music that complements the noir setting, becoming more intense as the story progresses.
• 🖼️ The game's visuals are of high quality, enhancing the immersion and atmosphere, with a focus on style and artistic direction rather than just graphics.
• 💰 The game's price is considered slightly high at $17, and the player suggests waiting for discounts before purchasing.
• 🛑 The game has some optimization issues, with the player experiencing lags at the start of chapters, though it stabilizes after a few seconds.

Q & A

What is the name of the game discussed in the script?

The game discussed in the script is called 'Nobody to Die'.

What was the initial impression of the game based on its trailers?

The initial impression was that it would be a simple exploration game with a beautiful noir atmosphere and a detective component that didn't seem very appealing in the trailers.

What was the protagonist's job in the game?

The protagonist, James, is a detective who is on a temporary vacation but is urgently needed to solve a case related to the death of an important figure.

What is the setting of the game?

The game is set in a futuristic America in the year 2329, characterized by flying cars, heavy air pollution, skyscrapers, and a society where consciousness can be transplanted into different bodies.

What is the main theme of the game's story?

The main theme revolves around a detective investigation that unfolds in chapters, each focusing on solving a larger case.

What are the three important gadgets available to the detective in the game?

The three important gadgets are a scanner for detecting specific objects, an ultraviolet flashlight for finding traces of poisons and blood, and a bracelet that can rewind inanimate objects to their original state.

How does the game's narrative style affect the player's immersion?

The narrative style, which includes dialogues, newspaper issues, and environmental details, strongly enhances the atmosphere and quickly immerses the player in the game.

What is the game's atmosphere like?

The game's atmosphere is filled with pessimism, hopelessness, distrust, and cynicism, typical of a noir detective story.

How does the game handle the player's choices?

The game features a choice mechanic that affects dialogue options and the overall story, with some choices impacting the final chapter and ending.

What is the main critique regarding the game's story?

The main critique is that the game does not fully explore the idea of bodies becoming commodities like iPhones, and the suspense and tension do not reach a satisfying climax due to a lack of subtle hints and clues throughout the game.

What is the recommended price for the game based on the reviewer's opinion?

The reviewer recommends waiting for a discount to around $10, as they feel the game is slightly overpriced at $17.