This game defies description. By screenshots, you might think you're buying a pixelated puddle of mud. Wrong.

You're buying a hardcore roguelike that will demand the very best from your tactical, survivalist self. You will die horribly, of course, but you will learn what it takes to survive in this bleak sci-fi future that resembles a bunch of pixelated dirt. You will learn to kill your foes with your bare hands to conserve ammo that you'll need against the true threats, robots and assault-rifle wielding pixel mutants (or something like that. Actually I remember the story here being surprisingly good and intriguing enough that I read the various data texts scattered throughout. The graphics likewise contribute to a coherent sense of style!).

Gunplay here is lightning quick violence.

You forgot that games could be so unforgiving, but with Teleglitch you remember. You remember what it was like. Beating this game is an accomplishment that you will be proud of. Not proud in any public way, you'll never really be able to tell anyone. None of your friends have ever played Teleglitch, they couldn't posssibly understand. Your spouse won't understand. Your children, the ones that are off at college and only call once a month, they won't understand. But know that when you beat this game, know that I will understand.

Normally when you play this sort of game you find yourself saving your good weapons and ammo for some hypothetical time of need that never seems to arrive.

In Teleglitch you will find that time. You will run out of ammo. And then you will die.

Usually around level 3.

This game is amazing.

I like everything about this game except the difficulty. I'm only a very casual gamer so I'd probably get on better with the die-less edition, but everything else about it appeals to me, just a shame I'm no good at it.

Semmi értelme ennek a játéknak.

Zseniális!
+pro+
nagyon retro minimalista ábrázolás mód!
tülélés
magány érzet
effektek
kraftolás
story
-negatív-
nincs multi :( (co-op)

am ingyen szereztem be a humblibundli ról megörültem mert a kalózöbölös verzióval jó sokat elvoltam :)

I don't really do steam reviews - but this is an exception to the rule.

Teleglitch is a game that, by now, has been essentially completely forgotten. And, of course, that's fair. It's an indie roguelike released in 2013 that never really got much of a following. Some of it can be attributed to inherent flaws in the game - yet it is a pity that the game has faded into obscurity. As such, to tackle what was - and is Teleglitch, we'll go over the way the gameplay is structured, the "roguelike" aspect of the game, and why a fair few reviews here are actually rather wrong.

It needs not be said that Teleglitch is a top-down shooter with chunky pixelated graphics - the screenshots already say as much. Your objective is also straightforward - make it through ten levels that are "proceduraly generated", in the sense that the rooms are handcrafted, but put in random positions, gathering ammo, weapons and other supplies while fending off mutants, zombies and robots. There is positively nothing original when it comes to this basic premise.

Where the game sets itself apart, however, is in a few aspects : The TTK (Time to kill), it's graphics and camera system, and atmosphere. Starting with the first one, Teleglitch is a game with an incredibly variable TTK. What that means is the following : A few enemies can do piddly damage to you, and you can whistand several attacks without much trouble (The basic mutant or zombie do 2 hp a hit , when you start with 100) - while others will shred you in quite literally less then half a second. Starting at level 4 to 5, crafting armor is a necessity - as firearm wielding enemies will destroy you if you do not take care to have any. And even then, late level enemies like squids utilize lasers with a small telegraph that will kill you in spite of armor in that "less then half a second" if you stay still.

This first aspect brings an important level of tactical depth to Teleglitch - you need to be able to identify your enemy and formulate your action quickly. In spite of others may be saying, it is very much possible to knife basic mutants to death without taking a single hit if you learn how they act, so that you save ammo. But you're still risking health damage - which can slowly whittle you down into a bad situation if you take too many risks without having the skill to back it up. Similarly, you need to figure out if you'll want to use a gun with plentiful ammunition, but with less effectiveness when dealing with the "Squid" enemies, or if you simply cannot risk ending your run by exposing yourself to their laser attack for too long, and must use your more powerful - but scarcer weapons to prevent it.

Your inventory is also surprisingly limited - with a simple, but elegant crafting system, where you simply press a key, and see what you can build on the spot. If you load up too much on healthpacks, for an example, you will not have as many guns, misc items for other crafts or explosives - which will come back to bite you in the tush if you get into a prolonged firefight and find yourself lacking offensive tools.

In short : Teleglitch is not a hard game, in spite of what many reviews may be wanting to tell you. Once you learn it's mechanics, it's actually rather straightforward, but visceral. The issue with it comes to adjusting to it's variable TTK and making sure you do not get too greedy or play the game too safe. That is the key component of it, it's a balancing act - not as much reflexes. This, inevitably, turns down some potential players.

The second aspect is the game's presentation - graphics and camera system. Simply put - it is heavily flawed. While the visuals can actually be rather charming once you understand them, for people who are browsing, it looks disgusting - period. It's not an attractive game, which contributes to it's low popularity. Furthermore, it's camera system leaves much to be desired - as it will constantly zoom in and out depending on the room you are in, and how you are aiming. While this can sometimes look very dynamic - it can be desorientating and, for some people, nauseous. The chunky pixels are most certainly an acquired taste and do not lend themselves to broad appeal, as stated beforehand - yet it also gives the game some unique identity, at least.

Thirdly - and connected to this, comes Teleglitch's atmosphere. Coming from my own experiences - if you want to get the most out of this game, you do not play it while listening to music, a stream, or anything. You sit down, crank up the game's volume, and focus entirely on it. The audio design is simple, but actually very commendable - as you will readily identify whatever is around you with some practice - and rooms with heavy machinery are appropriately loud and buzzing, causing you to want to leave them as quickly as possible, after all, you won't be able to hear an enemy coming in them.

The lore of the game is also surprisingly well-written. I will not spoil it much here, but suffice to say, it is rather grim and comedic at the same time, presenting amusing scenarios and discussing applications of technology that will make you both chuckle and go "Oh. That's kind of ♥♥♥♥♥♥". If you're the kind of person that has any interest in this - but do not want to buy the game, I recommend checking out the game's wiki just for it.

As such, Teleglitch is a game with identity. It knows exactly what it is - and wants to be, which is absolutely commendable for a game - but at the same time, said identity ends up being so restrictive, that it causes many people to not want to try this game. But are these the only reasons the game is forgotten now?

No. For all of the praise I've piled into Teleglitch, it suffers from one massive problem that I don't see discussed : It is pitifully short on content. It has fifteen levels and an arena mode, yes, but if you play the game for any lenght of time, you will readily start identifying rooms - and item spawns. The shotgun and AGL-1 will always be in level 1. There will always be a largetube in level 4. Those kinds of things. While this is understandable for the balance side of things, it leaves the game with a heavy sense of deja vu, and does not lend itself well to repeated, constant playthroughs if you want to really enjoy it. Arena mode is rather barebones, aswell - there is nothing special to say about it, given that the combat system is brutal - but, as previously mentioned, very simple. As such, it is not possible to really build an extended community around Teleglitch like, say, Binding of Isaac, or Nuclear Throne. Which is a pity.

That is why, in my opinion, Teleglitch has never really took off. It is also why I wholeheartedly recommend you to try this game if you have any interest in tactical combat and atmospheric shooters with brief, but high surges of adrenaline punctuated by longer moments of quiet time, or easy combat. You've never really played anything quite like it, as it has it's own identity.

They will never read this - but for the developers, you've done a wonderful job, and I'd like to see what you could cook up, if you ever made Teleglitch 2 with more assets.

First off, the only way to describe what was running through my head when I first started playing Teleglitch was “WHAT THE ♥♥♥♥?!!?” Saying that, this indie roguelike from developer Test3 Projects rabidly eats your half alive corpse and then spits it out leaving you wanting more. Strangely addicting, you find yourself drawn to Planet Medusa 1C left in awe by the pixellated madness that is Teleglitch. So strap up and make every shot count, and I’ll tell you why this is one of my top 5 picks of the year.

Teleglitch is one of those games where watching “Lets Play” with some youtube douche bag in his mothers basement isn’t going to suffice. Best played with a keyboard and mouse, this top down shooter is reminiscent of GTA but put together with the savage intellect of a guerrilla militia planning its next terrorist move. To be honest, I was standoffish when it came to this game at first, it didn’t catch my eye, and I wasn’t really sure what it was all about. During a sale on Steam I was able to purchase Teleglitch for a good price and give it a chance, and I’m glad I did. After getting the hang of this game I felt like Rick Grimes or Daryl Dixon on a rampage blowing off zombie’s heads and throwing pipe bombs at anything in that got in my path.

In a cold, dark future dominated by mega-corporations, a place 30 light years away from Earth, Planet Medusa 1C is on the edge of habitable space and the site of a shadowy research facility specializing in necrotic tissue reactivation. You are a scientist who has suddenly awoken to the realization that you are the lone survivor. The rest of the facilities personnel have all been killed, micro-chipped and reactivated as combatants by the facilities central processing AI. An in-depth storyline keeps you constantly informed of your surroundings and almost adds a sense of excitement through your adventure. The story of Teleglitch continues throughout each level and grows deeper and more involved as you progress on your quest.

This game is hard and involves a lot of tactical thinking on the fly. An advanced crafting system helps you build explosives among other various weaponry based on the materials you collect throughout each level. You are also able to craft other tactical items like the Detector which helps you locate enemies on the map in close quarters where you would otherwise be ambushed. Combining health kits or different materials can result in health upgrades or even steroids. These crafted items are a key element of Teleglitch making later gameplay almost impossible without them. The map is another vital piece of gameplay and by using it as a constant reference I found that it not only allowed me to keep my bearings but also helped keep track of any missed rooms I may have passed on the way. You will also encounter databases that hold crucial information regarding your mission, or maybe some tactical advice regarding secret locations which also make up a large part of the game.

The “Die More Edition” of this game alters gameplay slightly making each of the enemy creatures slightly more powerful to increase difficulty, as well as offering more weapons and items to craft with. Weaponry is a large part of the game, but in a small way. On Medusa 1C there is a lack of ammunition so every bullet counts and depending on what you are wielding you may not put down what is attacking you in one shot. Without the “Guns & Tunes” DLC you start off with the standard 9mm pistol, then with continued play you are able to find more ammo and other weapons or explosives. Something that sets Teleglitch aside from other roguelikes of its kind is the unique crafting system I had mentioned earlier, and with this you are also able to build upgrades to your guns, which gives them more power or a special ability.

Some might think the pixel graphics in Teleglitch belong in 1981 but I look at them and see a visual masterpiece. Nostalgic, with flawless gameplay that keeps you on the edge of your seat Teleglitch is an amazing example of a simple pixel game that took it to the next level. Seemingly so basic, Teleglitch is a breath of fresh air to the retro movement and another essential in the library of any indie game. Like many roguelikes the map and environment change with every new game. Thousands of zombies and mutants deliver hours of gameplay making this game another instant classic and comes highly suggested to any gamer.

I'm a huge fan of classic DOOM and Quake, the latter particularly because of its unique atmosphere of eldritch horror. Not many games capture it quite as well, but Teleglitch gives it a terrifying run for its money. Between the gritty brown surfaces, the spilled gore, and the silent uncertainty of what lurks around every corner, this title takes that otherworldly horror and mixes it with hectic action and classic roguelike tension. Creepy, intense, and challenging, this is a worthy entry in both the roguelike and survival horror genres.

Posed like a top-down version of those classic shooters already mentioned, Teleglitch sends you through branching, randomized levels in search of escape. The science colony you're stationed on has gone completely to hell thanks to some questionable teleporter experiments (sound familiar?), leaving you as the only level-headed person alive among killer cyborgs, ravenous zombies, and worse. Along the way you'll find and assemble an arsenal of space-age weaponry as you learn more about the fate of the colony and the bizarre anomaly consuming it.

No matter how seasoned a space marine you might be, Teleglitch will have you forever dreading what's around the next corner. The top-down perspective is based on lines of sight, so anything not directly in view of you is blotted out by thick, sharp shadows. You start with naught but a pistol and knife, but over the course of the game you collect weapons, ammo, and other junk that can be combined into a huge assortment of gear to help you survive. The crafting system is robust, easy to navigate, and has a number of meaningful choices and secrets to work out. It's a refreshing addition to the game, as opposed to a lot of modern crafting systems unceremoniously bolted onto their games.

You'll need every tool at your disposal too, because nothing in Teleglitch holds back. You'll be facing waves of mutants, zombies, cyborgs, robots, and far more exotic things at every turn. While the first few levels pit you mostly against melee enemies, you'll soon start running afoul of gun-wielding foes that can drop you almost as fast as you can drop them. The limited sight lines become a real terror as you creep down the derelict corridors, tensed for the next shootout. It's one of those games that really, really makes you work to beat it, and it's intensely satisfying when you finally pull it off.

This is one of those rare pixel art games that's ugly as sin, but once you start counting bullets in your clip and learning how to construct quad-barreled nailguns, you won't even notice. The minimal graphic design does do it some favors, leaving effective elements of horror to your imagination. The sound design is incredibly on point, with ominous cues and snaps of static in just the right places. And if you like the combat, they even added a series of arenas to blast your way through. There's a lot of secrets to discover, a lot of monsters to fear, and a lot of ways to mow them down. All told, these features combine to form one of my all-time favorites on Steam, spanning the roguelike and horror genres.



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Very challenging. The difficulty curve of this game is very high, but don't give up. It will seem impossible it first, but victory is achievable. I finally beat it after 32 hours of play, and it felt almost as good as beating Dark Souls.

An action surival horror rogue-like melange of overhead 2D pixelly goodness. Death in the game is but a mechanism to reinforce what works and what doesn't as you try to advance and conserve both your health and ammo as much as possible for the harder challenges that lie ahead the further you progress. The graphics have more in common with the atari 2600 than modern 3D engines but the game is all the better for it, giving you just enough information to properly play it and acess threats and recognize your surroundings but leaving your imagination to wonder about the finer details, and for that it does a much better job than any 3D accelerator could ever hope for.

The game has crafting and other aspects though it really is that kind of game you want to master and beat and be able to say... yeah Teleglitch... I finished that baby and I'm a better man for it. Even has a nifty story/lore told through text boxes from displays and data entries from terminals all over the place. All in all this game would have been considered a classic of our childhood back in the dos age... great to know they still make them like they used to.