Deliver At All Costs Reviews
Far Out Games Studio’s debut title shows a lot of potential, but it’s held back by weak world design and a lack of originality in its main missions.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Far Out Games has delivered a truly unique and enjoyable game that lets you evoke destruction for a good 8-10 hours whilst following a focused tale of intrigue. The chaotic nature of the game extends into the narrative however, as a lot of elements are confusing and are unfortunately left unanswered by the time the credits roll. I guess there were too many costs involved for delivering a chronicle unburdened by a nonsensical ending.
Deliver At All Costs is a very fun game, with truly original levels that add value to the basics of a driving game. At times, the difficulty is excessive, but the game acknowledges this by placing generous checkpoints. In this sense, it does take away some of the excitement by downplaying the importance of failure, but overall it is entertaining to play.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
The year is 1959. The world is heavily indulging in rock and roll music, fashion is a big deal, and the looming threat of war is seemingly even bigger! In the midst of it is Mr Winston Green, a newly recruited employee of the delivery company “We Deliver”. Behind his boyish looks and quick-to-ignite hot-headed temper lies a past draped in superior intellect and overwhelming mystery.
Debuting with this game is an impressive feat for Far Out Games. Even more so impressive as many on the team have been recent students. The destruction is iconic, the driving feels weighted, and its story keeps you guessing, even if the ending is a head-scratcher. But the game is a labor of love, and the developers have something special here.
“Deliver at all Costs” is a bold indie debut that isn't afraid to be loud, chaotic and delightfully over-the-top. The mixture of retro aesthetics, physics-based slapstick and satirical story makes the game a fun experience - at least for a short while. Because behind the flashy surface lies a gameplay loop that quickly becomes repetitive.
Review in German | Read full review
Deliver At All Costs brings plenty of fun with its truly creative main missions and impressive destruction physics. Unfortunately, the overly stretched narrative filled with unnecessary twists and mysteries might bring the boredom into the mix.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
Deliver At All Costs delivers high-energy fun, memorable missions, and a wonderfully destructive playground to mess around in. Its playful tone and creative use of physics make it stand out, especially for players nostalgic for the over-the-top style of early 2000s games, whilst its constant surge of wacky scenarios ensures that it’ll always keep players giggling as they complete each delivery job. It’s far from perfect, with uneven storytelling, some repetition, and a few rough edges with the cinematic presentation holding it back from true greatness. But if you’re looking for something light-hearted, creatively unhinged, and packed with personality, Deliver At All Costs is well worth your time.
Deliver At All Costs may not be a milestone in video game history, but it knows exactly what it wants to be and delivers exactly that: an all-round entertaining gaming experience. With its entertaining game structure, varied missions and constant alternation between chaos and comedy, the game remains exciting throughout without ever claiming to be anything greater. The mixture of exaggerated destruction, black humor and loving 50s flair creates an atmosphere that evokes memories of the early GTA days. This touch of nostalgia acts as an added bonus and is further enhanced by witty dialog, charming characters and whimsically designed environments. Of course, not everything runs perfectly. Small graphic errors or technical inconsistencies occasionally occur, but are hardly noticeable. Because what Deliver At All Costs lacks in technical finesse, it makes up for in personality and enjoyment. It is a game that knows exactly how to keep its players entertained. Anyone who enjoys absurd ideas, a charming retro setting and a good dose of chaos will be thoroughly entertained here. It's not a masterpiece in the classic sense, but it's an all-round successful experience that should be experienced once for its quirky style and creative missions alone.
Review in German | Read full review
Deliver At All Costs is a fun, chaotic break from heavier blockbusters, a perfect pick when you're after destructive entertainment. Its concept and writing are solid, and the execution feels refreshingly original, though limited by a modest budget. Still, for its price, it offers a quirky, enjoyable ride packed with roadside mayhem and just enough intrigue to keep things interesting.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Deliver At All Costs is filled with creative mission ideas, an awesome physics engine and an emphasis on an above-average story, but it’s also marred by technical and design issues, as well as an overall repetitive nature. Its presentation is also a mixed bag, but then again, I don’t think the game is that bad. In fact, there’s a lot to enjoy in it. It is a very unique experience, and it’s so devoid of urgency, it almost feels relaxing at times. You can’t say no to driving through entire houses, destroying them in the process, whilst listening to some good old surf rock from the 50’s.
Deliver At All Costs has style, but style alone does not make a game work. With frustrating mechanics, empty world design, and a broken sense of narrative momentum, it falls apart at every turn. There is no joy in playing it, no discovery in exploring it, and no tension in mastering it. This is a delivery you are better off refusing.
It's full of personality, narrative, charisma, sarcasm and chaos. It's made for those who like to drive without rules, like in GTA, laugh at the countless absurd situations that arise and, as a bonus, enjoy getting involved in the narrative, which is full of twists and turns.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
For me, this was one of those games where the messiness was part of the charm. I didn’t always know how a mission would go, but I usually ended up smiling by the end of it. If you’re looking for something that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still offers plenty to do, Deliver At All Costs is easy to recommend.
Deliver At All Costs is a chaotic action game that thrives on unfiltered insanity and destruction, letting you wreak havoc with little to no consequences—all in the name of delivering at all costs. The controls and the physics engine may not always be on your side, but Deliver At All Costs definitely delivers a solid gameplay experience.
A nice blend of genres that makes environmental destruction its workhorse. The main story, although short, is enjoyable to play, but the gameplay struggles to achieve the depth necessary to go beyond a few hours of fun.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Deliver At All Costs is a joyous throwback to the dafter years of our great hobby, and is full of ridiculous missions and smashable buildings.
If you love titles that make originality and madness their hallmarks, we have no doubt that you will love Deliver At All Costs. The debut from Studio Far Out Games is an action title as fun as it is absurd, capable of combining unpredictable situations with a mysterious story, against the backdrop of a setting to be torn to shreds thanks to incredible interactivity. It is a product proudly different from the crowd, proving once again that the future of the industry should perhaps aim more at intriguing game design philosophies, as opposed to the bewitching and risky chants of big budgets.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The mission design also scores points for variety, but not with great gameplay diversity, but rather by piling up one absurdity after another. Whether the controls are intentionally poorly designed to produce as much chaos as possible remains to be seen. But it is so bad (in the car!) that it can easily become a fun-killer for some gamers in the long run.
Review in German | Read full review
Deliver At All Costs stands out for its charming 1950s style and absurd humor, turning a simple delivery job into a wild and unexpected adventure. The story is fun and surprising, but the repetitive structure and underwhelming open world hold it back from reaching its full potential.
Review in Italian | Read full review