Deliver At All Costs is an action-adventure game released on May 22, 2025, developed by Studio Far Out Games and published by Konami. Set in 1959, players step into the shoes of Winston Green, a fiery-tempered courier with a mysterious past, tasked with delivering unconventional cargo through chaotic, destructible environments.
๐ Gameplay: Chaos Meets Courier
The game offers a blend of destruction and absurdity, with missions ranging from delivering a giant marlin to disposing of an unstable bomb. Players navigate semi-open environments, facing unpredictable reactions from citizens and engaging in physics-based challenges. The isometric perspective adds a unique visual flair, though some players have noted that the fixed camera angles can occasionally hinder gameplay.
๐ญ Story: A Journey into Madness
Winston’s journey is divided into three acts, starting with quirky deliveries and escalating into a sci-fi narrative. While some appreciate the game’s ambition, others find the story disjointed and the protagonist unlikable. The Guardiancriticized the narrative, stating that it “derails midway, devolving into an incoherent sci-fi plot filled with uninspired writing and lackluster acting.”
๐ฎ Performance & Platforms
Deliver At All Costs is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. On Steam, the game holds a “Mostly Positive” rating, with 78% of 85 user reviews being favorable.
It also runs decently on the Steam Deck, achieving around 45 FPS, though performance can dip during intense destruction sequences (SteamDeckHQ).
๐ Critical Reception
The game has received mixed reviews:
- Metacritic: 68/100 based on 23 critic reviews.
- OpenCritic: 75 average score with 67% of critics recommending the game.
- Game Rant: 8/10, praising the game’s chaotic fun and mystery-thriller elements.
- The Guardian: Criticized the game for its inconsistent missions and underutilized destructible environments.
๐ฌ Want to See It in Action?
For a visual taste of the game’s chaotic gameplay, check out the official gameplay trailer.
๐งพ Final Verdict
Deliver At All Costs offers a unique blend of 1950s aesthetics, chaotic deliveries, and a descent into madness. While it shines in moments of creative destruction and absurd missions, it falters with inconsistent storytelling and mission design. If you’re looking for a game that embraces chaos and doesnโt take itself too seriously, this might be worth a try.
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