Action · June 3, 2016
Hard Reset Redux (2016)
The acclaimed First-Person Shooter returns fully upgraded, and more beautifully challenging than ever. Hard Reset Redux is a brand new version of the cyberpunk classic that includes all the content of previous editions, and adds new improved gameplay, enhanced visuals and additional content to make this the Definitive Edition of Hard Reset. Hard Reset Redux is an action-packed and hardcore single-player shooter which embraces the best qualities that the genre has it offer. It includes over-the-top destruction, loads of enemies, great weapon variety, a challenging campaign and a beautifully realized cyberpunk setting. Having been originally developed to shake-up the shooter scene on PC, Hard Reset now returns to do it again on a new generation of hardware. New Features Brand New Cyber-Katana Weapon: A powerful new weapon which provides an effective close range combat option Brand New Enemy Type: Various variants of a threatening new Cyborg Zombie now lie in wait for unsuspecting players New Quick Dash Move: Provides players with a new movement option in battle to help avoid incoming attacks and enemies Enhanced Visuals: The game has been updated to the newest version of the RoadHog engine and includes improved lightning and effects Improved Performance: Enjoy faster Load times, a new Quicksave feature and full joypad support Rebalanced Gameplay: The game now includes improved difficulty levels and better pacing Different Enemy Placement: Enemies are introduced differently throughout the game, and provide a new challenge for even the most seasoned Hard Reset veteran Story: The world as we know it ceased to exist. Humanity is at the verge of extinction, living in the last closed city of Bezoar. Mankind wages war against the machines controlling vast areas of what became the 'Barrens'. Machines want to control and assimilate 'The Sanctuary' a network that holds billions of digitalized human minds. Our hero, Maj. Fletcher, is a soldier of CLN - a corporation combat unit, established to protect the city. Machines are constantly assaulting the walls of Bezoar. Fletcher moves in when Bezoar's protective barrier is breached.
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168 Action titles launched in 2016 — top 6 by review volume.
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Position in Action
| Metric | This title | Genre position |
|---|---|---|
| Review volume | 2.2k Steam reviews | Top 93% in Action |
| Positive rating | 81% positive | Genre average: 83% — this title sits in top 67% |
| Metacritic | 73/100 | Genre average 77 — top 73% of Action titles |
| Engagement hours | 5 h average | Top 74% for session depth among Action |
Community Tag Signals
Tag weights reflect how many Steam users voted each descriptor — larger pills = stronger consensus.
- Action · 74
- FPS · 56
- Adventure · 47
- Cyberpunk · 44
- Shooter · 39
- Robots · 33
- Singleplayer · 31
- Sci-fi · 19
- First-Person · 17
- Fast-Paced · 8
- Multiplayer · 8
- Nudity · 8
- Horror · 7
Reception Metrics
Steam community
81%Mostly Positive · 2.2k reviews
1.8k positive · 427 negative
Metacritic
73/100 critic aggregate
Metacritic user score
6.6/10
Curator recommendations
1.8k
Press Quotes
“Even if you played the initial game, the rearrangements and enhancements made in Redux are worth checking out. Hell, the game’s good enough that it’s just a good excuse to go back and play again.” 8.5/10 – Jim Sterling “Whether you’re new to Hard Reset or have played the previous versions, there’s plenty to be enjoyed in Redux.” 8.5/10 – Hooked Gamers “Fast-paced shooting, combined with some great visual design and a few upgrades to keep your arsenal fresh. If…
Localization Coverage
Interface / Subtitles (5)
- English volume_up
- French
- German
- Polish
- Russian volume_up
Full audio (2)
- English
- Russian
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Engagement Profile
All-time avg
5h
short (5–15 hours)
Median
3h
Typical completion time
Achievements
115
Steam unlocks available
Release & Availability
| Release date | Jun 3, 2016 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Flying Wild Hog |
| Publisher | Good Shepherd Entertainment |
| Base price | $1.99 -90% |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 100k–1M |
| External links | Metacritic page · [email protected] |
Features & Capabilities
Community
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Trading Cards
- Remote Play on TV
Input & Comfort
- Full controller support
Other
- Single-player
- Family Sharing
Editions & Packages
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