TimeSplitters Rewind
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About TimeSplitters Rewind
TimeSplitters Rewind is a free-to-play first-person shooter by Cinder Interactive that remixes the TimeSplitters trilogy into one package. Released on November 23 2025 for PC it retains the chaotic arcade feel of the originals while adding modern visuals. The game combines maps characters and weapons from the first three TimeSplitters titles into a single-player campaign co-op mode and 10-player online multiplayer. Built with Unreal Engine it’s a non-profit project aimed at reviving the fast-paced gunplay and campy humor that defined the series. Fans get a condensed but complete experience while newcomers can jump into a retro-style FPS without cost.
Gameplay
The core loop revolves around frantic gunfights with over 30 weapons and quirky sci-fi enemies. Single-player missions mix stealth and shootouts across reimagined levels from the original games while co-op lets two players tackle them together. Multiplayer modes like Deathmatch and Team Deathmatch emphasize speed and positioning with bots filling in for solo play. Controls are tight and responsive prioritizing quick reflexes over realism. Weapon spread and bullet time mechanics return creating chaotic firefights where hit registration feels loose but fair. Matches rarely last longer than 10 minutes keeping the action snappy. The campaign’s story is minimal but peppered with time-travel gags and character cameos from the series’ history.
What Players Think
With a 92% PlayPile rating and 84/100 critic score Rewind has earned praise for its fidelity to the source material. 87% of players complete the campaign in an average of 14 hours though 32% admit to getting stuck in infinite respawns during online matches. Community moods are split between Nostalgic (42%) and Fun (38%) with 12% calling it “a blast from the past.” Review highlights include “Feels like 2001 again but with better graphics” and “The bots are smarter than the AI in the original.” Achievement completion sits at 93% with 45 trophies rewarding multiplayer wins and hidden campaign secrets. However 18% of users report crashes on lower-end GPUs a common complaint in forums.
PlayPile's Take
Rewind is a must-play for FPS fans who miss the golden age of arcade shooters. At zero cost it delivers 15+ hours of chaotic fun with minimal modernizing, perfect for those craving pixel-hunting and over-the-top weaponry. The 45 achievements add replay value but don’t gate content. While not flawless (buggy netcode in 10-player lobbies) it’s the closest thing to a TimeSplitters revival. If you owned a PS2 in 2001 or enjoy games like Quake Champions this is your speed. Skip if you prefer tactical realism or care about polish.
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Single player, Multiplayer
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