Esse Proxy

A fun little game. Definitely scratches that Hotline Miami itch. Encountered a few bugs and jank, but nothing game breaking. I wasn't too impressed with the story or characters, but the gameplay was tight, challenging, and stylish.

Amazing game!

the graphics settings keep being stuck on ultra and the severe lag in the main menu prevents me from being able to change them. i literally cant even get into the game before its being dysfunctional. ive been trying different launch options to try resetting or setting graphics settings to low in order to even get into the game. i dont think a main menu needs graphical effects, especially if this kind of situation can happen. maybe itd better having a pre-launch game manager to set graphical settings?

Stairs are a core enemy in this game. If you don't approach them correctly, you ain't going up. Game's story so far isn't that compelling and the needless 5 second walking into a house before ending that level is quite strange. I get that it's meant to be immersive and telling a story, but it falls a bit flat. Ability to reload decides when it wants to work. Had to hit reload five times before the game registered it. In a shooter, that's a pretty bad issue. I'll come back to play the rest of this game at some point. For now I'm putting this on the backburner. If you can put up with odd glitches, slowish gameplay, and nuisance precision approaches to certain environmental elements, this might be right up your alley. TL;DR It's like RUINER but pretty jank and far less fun. Pacing isn't that great.

Game bugs out after certain point and it's impossible to progress. Support is non-existent.

Esse Proxy is a cyberpunk action shooter developed and published by FromSouthGames that blends fast-paced combat, narrative-driven storytelling, and a grim futuristic setting into a surprisingly ambitious indie experience. Set within a dystopian world plagued by corruption, criminal organizations, and social collapse, the game places players in the middle of a dangerous conflict where survival depends on quick reflexes and careful planning. Rather than relying solely on its futuristic aesthetic, the game uses its setting to support a story filled with conspiracies, personal struggles, and intersecting character arcs that gradually reveal the larger picture behind the chaos. The most striking aspect of Esse Proxy is its lethal combat system. Encounters are designed around the idea that both the player and enemies can be taken down in moments, creating an atmosphere where every decision matters. Success comes from learning enemy patterns, positioning effectively, and reacting quickly under pressure. This approach makes firefights feel intense and rewarding, especially when overcoming sections that initially seem impossible. The game demands concentration and patience, encouraging pl…