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About Transience
Transience is a first-person shooter from Bigfry Media Ltd. that blends action with a gritty narrative set in 2056’s New Houston. You play as an accountant-for-hire tasked with balancing books through violence, but this time you’re the target. The game mixes stealth and combat as you navigate corporate conspiracies and chase redemption. Released in December 2025, it’s a single-player story-driven experience with a focus on environmental storytelling and moral ambiguity. Think of it as a noir-inspired cyberpunk thriller where the protagonist’s survival hinges on quick reflexes and clever problem solving.
Gameplay
The core loop centers on stealth and gunplay. You use a mix of traditional firearms and tech-based tools, like hacking security systems to manipulate enemy patrols. Missions often require balancing stealth with direct combat, dodge drones, disable cameras, and take out foes quietly or in chaotic firefights. The world is linear but reactive, with NPCs adapting to your tactics. Controls feel tight, emphasizing precision over chaos, and the pacing shifts between tense evasion and explosive set pieces. The accounting theme translates into gameplay through hacking mini-games and resource management, as you calculate risks to stay one step ahead. Sessions average 30-60 minutes, with a story that leans into moral choices rather than branching paths.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate Transience 4.3/5, with 72% completing the base game. Critics praise its atmosphere (84% score on Metacritic) but note uneven pacing. Average playtime is 14 hours, with 68% finishing in under 18. Community moods highlight “tense” (89%), “gritty” (76%), and “rewarding” (65%) vibes. One review says, “The blend of stealth and corporate satire keeps it fresh, though some missions drag.” Achievement completion sits at 92%, with 12 trophies for side objectives. Price at $39.99 feels fair for the story-driven experience, though some call it overpriced for its 10-hour core campaign.
PlayPile's Take
Transience is a solid pick for fans of narrative-driven shooters who enjoy moral dilemmas and cyberpunk aesthetics. The $40 price tag is reasonable if you’re invested in its world, but casual players might find the stealth mechanics repetitive. With 12 achievements and a completion rate of 68%, it’s a moderate time investment. Skip if you prefer open-world chaos, this is a tightly scripted, atmospheric experience. Best played in 3-4 sittings, ideally with a strong interest in character-driven stories.
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