This game features only two different guns both of which have five modules also with different firing modes or scopes. The weapons and combat gears in this game can be upgraded in two different tiers. The first is usually available immediately and consists of the first three upgrades of the first three weapons. Weapons in the second tier are available once the player collects a designated number of upgrade points.
1. CLN Firearm
a) Assault Rifle
This is not very powerful as such but it is used during occasions when environmental objects are being taken out. It is a very weak weapon and sometimes when used makes the screen shake a little. This rifle has a scope particularly known as the Cyclops magnifying Scope, which is not very useful most of the time. Using the Firestorm Turbo Engine increases the range of fire though this does not make the assault rifle quite effective.
b) Combat shotgun
This shotgun is mostly beneficial at the beginning of the game. It is used for attacking enemies at close range. It's mostly used for small enemies or when the enemy is one. During these occasions, it is very effective. The Hammerhead EMP flowcharts help the player to immobilize an enemy that has been hit. It is more effective on the very large charging robots otherwise known as gorillas in this game. It is therefore a very important and essential upgrade. The octopus recoil springs helps to increase the firing rate of the combat shotgun significantly.
c) Grenade launcher
It is a pretty launcher to have and is found in Tier 1. It deals with damages and though it’s very effective, it may pose some difficulties when hitting objects with IMO which happens to be the first upgrade and which gives the player access to very cool grenades including Nebula Gravity Grenade. The Nebula Gravity Grenade is not only the most powerful and most effective weapon in Hard Reset. The grenade has the ability to reach enemies within a considerable radial distance of each other in a "tight ball.’ For more effect, the player can fire at explosive barrels and vending machines. They explode and kill all enemies around them. The Trebuchet Reaction Amplification comes in handy especially when the player wants to increase the radial distance within which the enemies are.
d) RPG
It is a significantly small rocket launcher and though it has a slow firing rate, it is the most effective in terms of the number of enemies destroyed per unit time (a second). The Razor Lightning Aiming Module is a laser sight upgrade that guides the rockets. It is very useful when it comes to killing enemies who are a considerable distance away or the gigantic grenadiers who shoot off the player’s rockets. The Trinity Hi Explosive Barrier causes extra damage at close range as it fires three small bombs after enemy rockets explode. The player however has to be careful when using these, as there’s a possibility of running into them as they fall.
e) Proximity Mines
These destroy enemies by dropping three mines (or five if a player has an upgrade) which explode when enemies get close to them. They are especially useful when setting traps in order to protect yourself from attacks in corridors and alleys. It may be more effective if used together with the Attila Manual Detonator. This detonates the mines on the player’s command. The Avalanche Extended Pod is an upgrade that provides the player with five mines instead of the normal three mines.
2. NRG Weapon
i) Plasma Rifle
Most of its properties are very similar to those of the assault rifle in that it is small, weak, and most effective at the beginning of the game. Used together with the Typhoon Plasma Condenser, it is more effective. As the name suggests, this upgrade is able to combine a considerable size of the plasma. It is not only powerful but also comes in handy if the player does not have access to the rail gun. The Storm Magnetic Sling helps the Plasma Rifle to increase the rate at which it fires and also to increase the projectile’s speed.
ii) Shock Blaster
This is used to fire electric bolts at enemies in a wide radial distance. As a result of the electric bolts, enemies are immobilized for a considerable period of time. The fire weapon fires at enemies continuously and is considerably powerful. The weapon is very useful especially when the player finds themselves trapped. The only disadvantage of this weapon is that it has a limited range within which it is effective. The Anvil EMP Generator is a good upgrade as it fires at the large gorillas mobilizing them for a short period. It can also be used to fire at other large sized enemy creatures. The Tongs Tesla Coil is very important as it helps to increase the firing range of the Shock Blaster. It is therefore very effective when one finds themselves using the shock blaster.
iii) Electric Mortar
It is a very interesting piece of weaponry as it accomplishes several tasks including damaging, slowing down and immobilizing the enemies. It accomplishes these tasks by firing electric balls, which are lethal. It covers a wide radius and its damage is fairly effective and good too. It may not be as effective as rockets or grenades but can be used to get out of tough situations. Used together with the Python Stasis Grenade, it is even more effective and fun to use. This grenade fires hemispherical field trapping the enemies in the field. Damping a considerable amount of electric mortars after trapping gorillas gives the player added advantage. The Cobra Hi-Capacitor helps the Electric Mortar to increase the range over which electric mortars are fired and the effect of the attacks made with this weapon.
iv) Rail Gun
This is a weapon that every player should have. It fires electric bolts that have the ability to pass through and destroy anything and everything. Its accuracy is amazing and comes in handy when taking out enemies especially those above the player. Each shot of this gun causes damage that half as good as that of a grenade. The rate at which it fires shots is another good property of this gun. The rate is fast! A great upgrade that makes the Rail Gun more effective is the Sting X-Ray Scope, which allows the player to see right walls. To increase the rate at which this gun fires, a player can get the Venom Turbine Charger. It may not be as effective as a rocket launcher but it provides convenience and solutions during tough situations.
v) Smart Gun
This weapon is also able to pass through walls. It fires projectiles, which hit the targets. Its accuracy is also amazing but it uses up a lot of ammunition. It does not do as much damage as rockets or grenades either. The Thor Targeting Device is an upgrade for this gun that helps it to home in on several enemies at the same time or simultaneously for that matter. Another upgrade used together with the Smart Gun is Perun Fusion Cell. It makes a significant boost to the amount of damage that can be done with this gun.
The developers of Hard Reset developed an extended version of Hard Reset known as Hard Reset: Extended Edition. The only difference between the two is that the extended edition contains newer levels, weapons, enemy types and a new boss. The game also features the continued adventures of the main protagonist.
When the game was first released, it received mixed reviews and reactions from users and critics. Most of these were however good as the game is really interesting to play despite the fact that it is not very easy to play. Most reviewers highlighted the fact that the visual quality and intensity of the game were beyond amazing. On the negative side, critics felt that the game is difficult to play and also shorter that desired of a PC video game.
Hard Reset can be purchased online and downloaded afterwards or one can purchase the game on a DVD. The game is fairly affordable. Anyone willing to play this game should know that the secret to finishing or getting to the end of the game is using the various effects. Boost the weapons’ effects by coupling them together with the acquired upgrades.
In conclusion, it can be cited that this game is quite interesting and fun to play. The game for one takes place in a future frame and its location may or may not be in the universe that we know as the earth. The player gets the feeling of going through a novel that’s employed the technique of suspicion really well. The player is required to be on alert while playing the game and keep their killer instincts with them. Failure to do this, the game may be over even before one begins playing. The internet comprises so many reviews, comments and other information about hard reset. If you take your time to search this kind of information, there is a lot you can learn about it. However, with this comprehensive information, it's true to say, all has been said.
