T.I.M.E
T.I.M.E is a First-Person, Arena, Boomer Shooter that pits players against each other in a one-on-one contest. Players compete in a round-based first to 3 wins system that is balanced through time rewinding set by the round loser to balance the scales of skill against strategy.
Story
T.I.M.E is set in an oppressive alternate reality of a centralized totalitarian government that has failed to succeed in its Utopian plan. Their failure has fractured their diesel-guzzling and highly industrialized society. With no way back on track to their Utopian plan and infighting set in, the top brass have decided to buy themselves some time to make amends. Their solution clouded by idealism, smog, and desperation is to rewind time to a point where they can find out where it all went wrong. With the singular goal of trying to steer the future by correcting this point of divergence. Unfortunately, no one can agree on where things went wrong and who is responsible. This results in conflict among factions of the regime, causing deeper paradoxes, alternate timelines, and crippling confusion.
Thrust into the shoes of the upper echelons of the military superpower in their final days the player must deal with their opposition & their time loop. Rewind to alter the outcomes of the future and correct the past, learn from mistakes, and speculate on where this new altered future leads. Rewind until there is peace, rewind to save their Utopia!
Combat
Wield Diesel-fueled armaments against your former comrades to secure a future for your faction of the regime. Find and use powerups strategically, or brute force a win with a golden power weapon.
Rewind
Manipulate time at the end of each round, moving yourself into a better position for the next round. Create a paradox that generates new weapons and/or powerups in the combat that tip the scales to your advantage.
Game Discussion
Steam User 2
Had a good time playing this arena shooter casually against some friends, its really well made for a project made by students in 4 months! The mechanic of playing around with time was interesting and can see the vision however did not feel its impact too much on the game play.
Steam User 2
Wow, already a few mins in and this is the most innovative FPS I've played in years! The game's rewind mechanic is seriously so unique! It reminds me of that Titanfall 2 level...
Steam User 3
T.I.M.E, is well, what the title suggests... a game where the loser of the bout has the ability to "Rewind Time" at the start of the next round based on the players previous movement.
On the base level the game offers a unique take on the shooter genre with this innovative game mechanic.
Although it's a cool idea, I personally didn't find any advantage when utilising the aforementioned "Time Rewind' mechanic. To me it feels more like a novelty rather than strategic gameplay.
If the rewind mechanic was used in a more immersive way within the rounds rather than post the game would, in my opinion, feel more lively and energetic rather than chasing each other around the arena.
Is the game perfect? No. Is the game simple? Yes. Is the game worth your time?
For sure, the few rounds I played with my mates I can't deny that I did have fun and I do see the potential this game can have in the future if the developers decide to keep updating.
Although my review may be a bit critical it does not by all means mean the game is bad, however if you're coming into this game expecting it to be groundbreaking then its not for you, if you want to just goof off with a mate in a simple 1v1 shooter go for it. I mean its free so why not give it a shot?
Steam User 2
In the crowded genre of first-person shooters, 1v1 Cage Match FPS Shooter brings a refreshing yet retro twist with its intense, head-to-head combat. This game focuses on the pure skill and strategy of players, stripping away the distractions of large maps and numerous opponents, and placing them in a confined arena where only one can emerge victorious.
Gameplay
The gameplay is fast-paced and thrilling, emphasizing quick reflexes. Players are thrown into small, meticulously designed arena that encourage close-quarters combat and strategic manoeuvring. The tight spaces mean that every corner, every piece of cover, and every movement counts. There's no room for error, which adds an exhilarating sense of tension to each match. With the unique time bending mechanic enabling you another shot at that 'what if' moment during combat.
Steam User 4
Great concept, Good mechanics and full of fun factor! Needs polish here and there but a great game to kill some time with one of your mates before all the boys hop on.
Hope this gets expanded or gets a sequel itll be awesome to see where this goes!
Steam User 2
Drawing its inspiration from arena shooters of old, T.I.M.E takes us back to formula without simply iterating on its predecessors. With a riveting soundtrack, fast-paced movement and dynamic level design; this game has all the foundations to deliver on its genre. But then you finish your first round and you see that slider... then you get to ask, "what if...?"
Transcending a genre takes imagination, effort and courage. On the backdrop of an increasingly cynical gaming industry, T.I.M.E distinguishes itself by pushing the envelope and making something truly original.
⭐⭐⭐⭐
Steam User 0
This was a really fun shooter to play with mates. The concept was really cool with it being really well put together.