FILE 9

Feb 5 update, there have been several major updates to the game since my first review, which is preserved here: http://pastebin.com/dXf6sHAK To start with, most of my problems with the game were addressed, like the rotating teleportation, and the difficulty seeing and hearing enemies in Transport Tunnel, and making the story info room optional rather than the starting screen. I think pretty much all my issues were fixed, which is a good sign. Honestly, from the rough and unfinished appearance of Infiltrate and Destroy, I wasn't sure of this game's future at all. But a bit more content has been added, and some small fixes. But at present, I still can't recommend the game, especially not at $20. To summarize: Transport Tunnel now has 2 weapons, and is quite a bit more playable, but the sheer number of enemies and barrage of very slow projectiles still make the game frustrating rather than fun, simultaneously too easy and too hard. Games like Holopoint and Space Pirate Trainer have enemies that follow semi-predictable patterns and need to be dodged or blocked very quickly, whereas in Transport Tunnel I was able to make it to wave 4 on my first try by very slowly walking around my …

This game doesn't feel finished. I wouldn't recommend it for this price, because 3 out of the 5 simulations have been offline for quite a while. What I like are the graphics, the ocean and the starting area look great! The map is also really cool, it's smart to use colors and to indicate where you are at the moment. It isn't polished, but I like the design and concepts of the game. It has potential, but it should have been an Early Access game. In the begin screen, there is just way too much text shown as instructions. Try adding some paragraphs, white space and just shorten the sentences to make the instructions more readable. I also think the text can be smaller. Because of this, the instructions of playing a game are not clear enough in the beginning. Simulation Transport Tunnel is a nice idea. It reminds me of Space Pirate Trainer. It's very annoying that you cannot hold the trigger button though, because it makes it tiring to keep shooting. Also it's very chaotic, you can't really dodge anything. All you can do is shoot and hope you don't die. I do like that there are red laser pointers for aiming. What would have made this simulation cooler was if the platform you were sta…

1.5 out of 10 Somewhat confusing at times and even the accessible content feels unfinished. Indeed the enire game is unfinished, only some of the simulations are accessible. The game does have a nice visual style, but the gameplay is bland. I played a simulation which was an inferior Space Pirate Trainer type wave shooter. Then I went to a stealth simulation which was pitch black. Seriously don't bother, you can maybe eek an hour out of this game. This is one title that's going into my VR bin never to be launched again.

FILE 9, developed and published by Cypress Inheritance, LLC, is a small, experimental entry tied to the broader Cypress Inheritance universe, carrying over many of that series’ defining traits—stealth-oriented exploration, fragmented storytelling, and a focus on uncovering hidden truths within a secretive world. Rather than presenting a fully self-contained experience, it feels more like a narrative fragment or supplemental piece, offering a glimpse into a larger storyline that is only partially explored within its own scope. The gameplay leans heavily on cautious movement and environmental awareness. Players are encouraged to observe their surroundings, avoid unnecessary confrontation, and approach situations with patience rather than aggression. This design creates a slow, deliberate rhythm where progress is tied to understanding the environment and making careful decisions. The absence of heavy action mechanics reinforces this approach, positioning the experience closer to a stealth-driven exploration game than a traditional action title. However, while the intent is clear, the execution can feel uneven, with moments where objectives are not clearly communicated and progression…