Summary
- The Callisto Protocol delivers visceral horror with a familiar feel, but the atmosphere and combat are satisfying for players.
- Epic Games Store is offering The Callisto Protocol for free until August 29, making it a great time to explore Black Iron Prison.
- While the game may not be groundbreaking, its terrifying setting and engaging combat make it worth a playthrough, especially at no cost.
When it comes to visceral sci-fi horror, 2022's underrated gem Josh Duhamel and Karen Fukuhara, there's plenty of fun to found in its grimy world.
Per The Epic Games Store, the company confirmed that those who to the app on August 22 will be able to pick up a copy of The Callisto Protocol for free. The deal won't last forever though so those who do want to embrace the terrors of a sci-fi prison filled with vicious inmates and deadly monsters need to grab it before Aug 29. Anyone who might not be interested in bashing enemy's heads in with a retractable stun baton can instead pick up the quietly popular Gigantic: Rampage Edition, a colorful hero-shooter/MOBA hybrid.
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Is The Callisto Protocol Worth Your Time?
Set Your Expectations Accordingly
While they are just a little too prevalent.
That criticism is certainly valid but one can't fault The Callisto Protocol for its horrifying atmosphere. The blood-soaked walls of Black Iron Prison hide many dangers and thanks to protagonist Jacob Lee's slow, clunky movement, every corner feels like a dangerous expedition. Combat is methodical and jarring as each strike of Jacob's baton smacks enemies around with a weighty impact that's difficult to not enjoy.
The Callisto Protocol may not have lived up to the hype attached to the project's team but standing by itself, it's still a decent game. What makes it even better is the fact that those interested in checking it out don't even need to pay for it soon. There's never been a better time to take a trip to Black Iron Prison.
Source: Epic Games Store
- Developer(s)
- Striking Distance Studios
- Publisher(s)
- Krafton
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 4
- Platform(s)
- Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
