Review of the Callisto Protocol | Is the Callisto Protocol Worth Buying?

This is our full review of The Callisto Protocol, based on its graphics, gameplay, and other features. Read on for our thoughts and overall rating after playing through the game, and if it is worth buying!

The Callisto Protocol Rating and Review Score

Who Should Play The Callisto Protocol?

Fans of the survival horror genre Fans of games with high amounts of gore and violence Gamers who enjoy realistic, high-quality graphics Completionists who like to explore every nook and cranny People who want to immerse themselves in a dark, futuristic sci-fi setting

The Callisto Protocol Full Review

Pros of The Callisto Protocol

Pros
Intriguing Story Unique Enemy Design Numerous Collectibles High-Quality Graphics Great Atmosphere and Sound Design

Intriguing Story

The Callisto Protocol's story is one of its main strengths, having a great cast of characters, numerous mysteries to solve, and an unexpected twist at the end of the game. Each chapter often raises more questions than it gives answers, keeping players invested as they play the game.

Story Walkthrough and List of Chapters

Unique Enemy Design

The Callisto Protocol's enemy design is also one of the game's strong points. The gruesome and grotesque features of each Biophage variant in the game sets it apart from monsters in other modern survival horror titles.
List of Bosses and Enemies

Numerous Collectibles

The game also has plenty of Implant Bios and Audio Logs for players to discover as they attempt to escape Black Iron Prison. These collectibles provide a wealth of lore and story background for players who diligently look for them.
All Implant Bios Locations

High-Quality Graphics

The Callisto Protocol also features incredibly realistic and high-quality environments and character models. While the game looks at its best with the High and Ultra graphics presets, it still looks amazing even on lower quality settings.

Best Settings Guide

Great Atmosphere and Sound Design

The Callisto Protocol's incredible atmosphere, ambiance, and sound design in each of its chapters are also some of the game's biggest strengths. The low growls of Biophages emanating through each room, paired with the game's dark and shadowy environments, keep players on edge at all times.

Cons of The Callisto Protocol

Cons
Has Clunky Combat Mechanics Stuttering and FPS Issues on PC Confusing Checkpoint System Low Replayability

Has Clunky Combat Mechanics

Combat in The Callisto Protocol can often feel clunky and erratic. Melee attacks sometimes prioritize the wrong targets, and dodging and blocking enemy attacks can sometimes feel inconsistent, which may be a deal-breaker for some players.

Has Performance Issues on PC

The Callisto Protocol's PC version also had numerous performance issues on release, with the game having frame skips, screen stuttering, and frame rate issues. The developers have since rolled out a patch fixing some of the problems, but the game can still feel unoptimized in some areas.
How to Fix Stuttering and Frame Rate Issues

Confusing Checkpoint System

The Callisto Protocol also has a confusing save and checkpoint system, where the game only records saves at the player's most recent checkpoint. This system makes it difficult to save at specific moments in the game, which can be frustrating for many players.

How to Reset Checkpoints

Low Replayability

The game also does not have much replayability or post-game content outside of collecting missed Data-Bios and playing the game on harder difficulties.

While more content for The Callisto Protocol is coming in the future, the game's relatively short length can put off some prospective buyers.

Is The Callisto Protocol Worth It?

The Callisto Protocol Is Worth It

Despite its shortcomings, The Callisto Protocol is still a worthwhile game to buy and play due to its excellent atmosphere, intriguing story, and great graphical quality.

While it isn't perfect and doesn't provide hours of replayability, the game still provides plenty of enjoyable tense moments and sudden scares within a full playthrough.

The Callisto Protocol Product Information

Price	$59.99 - $79.99
Platforms	PS4, PS5, Xbox, PC
Genre	Survival Horror, Shooter
Publisher	KRAFTON, Inc.
Official Site	callisto.sds.com

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