Quantum Error
{{Infobox video game
| title = Quantum Error
| image = Quantum Error covert art.png
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| developer = TeamKill Media
| publisher = TeamKill Media
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| engine = Unreal Engine 5{{cite web|url=https://www.gamesradar.com/quantum-error-drops-a-new-action-packed-teaser-trailer/|title=Quantum Error drops a new action-packed teaser trailer|last=Blake|first=Vikki|work=GamesRadar|date=2022-03-27|accessdate=2023-11-10}}
| platforms = PlayStation 5
| released = {{vgrelease|WW|November 3, 2023}}
| genre = Action horror
| modes = Single-player
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Quantum Error is a 2023 action horror video game developed and published by TeamKill Media. The game was released digitally for the PlayStation 5 on November 3, 2023. It was then released physically for the PS5 in the United States on November 17, and in Europe on December 8. It received negative reviews from critics.
Gameplay
Quantum Error is a shooter game with cosmic horror themes that can be played in either first-person or third-person perspective. Players control Jacob Thomas, a firefighter, as he attempts to deal with various issues at research facilities in outer space. Players must contend with both terrorists and monsters while attempting to rescue survivors using firefighting equipment. DualSense controllers provide feedback when encountering hazards, such as vibrating to indicate doors that are dangerously hot. Players can use quintessence to improve Thomas' skills, but there are no skill trees. Players' progress is saved at checkpoints.{{cite web|url=https://www.techradar.com/gaming/quantum-error-review|title=Quantum Error review - playing with fire|last=Dwiar|first=Rob|work=GamesRadar|date=2023-10-30|accessdate=2023-10-11}}
Development and Release
Quantum Error was announced by American studio TeamKill Media on March 28, 2020 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.{{Cite web |last=Square |first=Push |date=2020-03-28 |title=PS5's First Confirmed Horror Game Is Quantum Error |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2020/03/ps5s_first_confirmed_horror_game_is_quantum_error |access-date=2024-02-01 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}}{{Cite web |title=QUANTUM ERROR |url=https://www.teamkillmedia.com/quantum-error |access-date=2024-02-01 |website=TEAMKILL MEDIA |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |title=ABOUT |url=https://www.teamkillmedia.com/about |access-date=2024-02-01 |website=TEAMKILL MEDIA |language=en-US}} While the game was planned to release for the PS4, they could not get the game to perform adequately on the system and canceled support. It was released digitally for the PS5 on November 3, 2023.{{cite web|url=https://www.gematsu.com/2023/08/quantum-error-for-ps5-launches-november-3|title=Quantum Error for PS5 launches November 3|last=Romano|first=Sal|work=Gematsu|date=2023-08-16|accessdate=2023-11-10}} It was then released physically for the PS5 in the United States on November 17, and in Europe on December 8.{{Cite web |last=Dustin |date=2023-09-20 |title=MADiSON VR And Quantum Error Physical Editions Coming Soon |url=https://www.cinelinx.com/news/madison-vr-and-quantum-error-physical-editions-coming-soon/ |access-date=2024-02-01 |website=Cinelinx {{!}} Movies. Games. Geek Culture. |language=en-US}}https://twitter.com/Quantum_Error/status/1725579249652768992https://twitter.com/Quantum_Error/status/1733185451396063555 They intend to port it to Windows and Xbox Series X/S in the future.{{cite web|url=https://www.gamesradar.com/cosmic-horror-game-quantum-error-is-now-new-gen-only-because-the-game-we-have-made-is-not-possible-on-the-ps4/|title=Cosmic horror game Quantum Error is now new-gen only because 'the game we have made is not possible on the PS4'|last=Gerblick|first=Jordan|work=GamesRadar|date=2023-07-25|accessdate=2023-11-10}}
Sequel
TeamKill Media confirmed{{cite web|url=https://gamingbolt.com/quantum-state-announced-sequel-to-quantum-error|title=Quantum State Announced, Sequel to Quantum Error|last=Parijat|first=Shubhankar|work=GamingBolt|date=2024-03-18|accessdate=2025-01-19}} that a sequel titled Quantum State is currently in development for the PlayStation 5.
Reception
Quantum Error received "generally unfavorable" reviews from critics, according to review aggregator website Metacritic.{{cite web|url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/quantum-error/|title=Quantum Error|work=Metacritic|accessdate=2023-11-10}} Metacritic listed it the fourth worst game of 2023.{{cite web |last1=Dietz |first1=Jason |title=The Worst Videogames of 2023 - #4: Quantum Error |url=https://www.metacritic.com/pictures/worst-videogames-of-2023/3/ |website=Metacritic |publisher=Fandom |access-date=19 December 2023 |date=19 December 2023}} GamesRadar and Gaming Bolt praised the premise but said the art direction tried too hard to be cinematic.{{cite web|url=https://gamingbolt.com/quantum-error-review-punching-above-its-weight|title=Quantum Error Review – Punching Above its Weight|last=Doke|first=Shunal|work=Gaming Bolt|date=2023-10-30|accessdate=2023-11-10}} Although IGN described it as stylish and creepy, they said it was ruined by its bugs, poor enemy AI, checkpoint system, and story.{{cite web|url=https://www.ign.com/articles/quantum-error-review|title=Quantum Error Review|last=Green|first=Jarrett|work=IGN|date=2023-11-02|accessdate=2023-11-10}} Bloody Disgusting called it one of the worst games of 2023 and said it is "a failure on nearly every level".{{cite web|url=https://bloody-disgusting.com/video-games/3786924/quantum-error-review-a-frustrating-experience-on-almost-every-level/|title='Quantum Error' Video Game Review – A Frustrating Experience on Almost Every Level|last=Cervantes|first=Reyna|work=Bloody Disgusting|date=2023-11-01|accessdate=2023-11-10}}
References
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External links
- {{Official website|https://quantumerror.games/}}
Category:Cancelled PlayStation 4 games
Category:First-person shooters
Category:PlayStation 5-only games
Category:Science fiction horror video games
Category:Single-player video games
Category:Third-person shooters
Category:Unreal Engine 5 games
Category:Video games about firefighting