Receiver
Receiver was created for the 7-day FPS challenge to explore gun handling mechanics, randomized levels, and unordered storytelling. Armed only with a handgun and an audio cassette player, you must uncover the secrets of the Mindkill in a building complex infested with automated turrets and hovering shock drones.
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April 29, 2013
13 years and 97 days ago
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Mostly Positive4,195 reviews79.5%
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7 itemsAbout the Game
Receiver was created for the 7-day FPS challenge to explore gun handling mechanics, randomized levels, and unordered storytelling. Armed only with a handgun and an audio cassette player, you must uncover the secrets of the Mindkill in a building complex infested with automated turrets and hovering shock drones.
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Key Features
- Detailed simulations of a Colt 1911 pistol, S&W Model 10 "Victory" revolver, and Glock 17 with full-auto mod
- Taser robots and machine gun turrets with physically-based damage models
- Ballistic modeling of ricochets and bullet drop
- 11 audio tapes to prepare you to defend yourself against the inevitable Mindkill event
- Become literate in how guns actually operate
