Underplayed Gems

System Critical: The Race Against Time (2022)

System Critical: The Race Against Time cover
Developer
Old Formulas
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure
Rating
3.8 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 24 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You play as a cyborg fighting for survival against a ticking clock, combining fast-paced shooting with platforming and exploration.

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What players say

Players call System Critical a challenging homage to Mega Man and Metroid in VR, with satisfying gunplay and a catchy soundtrack. Several note missing features like smooth turning and a settings menu, and some find the lack of checkpoints frustrating.

Screenshots

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