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Quantum Break
Developer Remedy Entertainment
Quantum Break is a 2016 action-adventure third-person shooter video game developed by Remedy Entertainment and published by Microsoft Studios. The game centers on Jack Joyce (Shawn Ashmore), granted time manipulation powers after a failed time-machine experiment, as he comes into conflict with former friend Paul Serene over how to deal with an apocalyptic "End of Time". Environmental puzzle segments incorporate 3D… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
433 reactions from 4 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon, Lemmy) · newest Nov 2, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
87
LovedLoved
268 positive · 40 negative
95% range 83–90%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 268 | 40 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 49 | 8 | 60 |
| Mastodon * | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 2 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
9,161 of 11,093 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
88% recommend · 236 yes, 33 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 269 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (26,737 of 31,203 positive).
Players praise the unique blend of gameplay and live-action TV show. [1][2][3] Many note the game's strong narrative and connection to the Remedy universe. [4][5][6] Some reviewers criticize the gameplay as repetitive or the combat as unbalanced. [7][8][9]
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Representative posts
- [8]
The story here is great, and the concept of combining the gameplay and a live action show is unique and interesting. Unfortunately the gameplay is very bland. Moving between areas is generally a case of either follow the yellow paint, or guess which time power the devs thought was cool in this spot, the later often requiring some trial and error. Combat is very repetitive and basic. Difficulty spikes only come from …
- [1]
I really enjoyed Quantum Break. It's a unique blend between a suspenseful game and live action show that gives off Inception-like vibes. That being said, if you are looking for a normal gaming experience. this ain't it. There are lengthy cutscene's and chapter ending shows that drive the story forward. Quantum Break's narrative is intriguing and is supported by some solid performances by the characters/actors. The …
- [2]
Quantum Break is a television series where I get to play the expensive scenes. One minute I’m watching a corporate conspiracy unfold in live action. The next, I’m dashing through frozen bullets, stacking gunfire inside a time bubble, and walking through an explosion that has forgotten how to finish. The episodes occasionally overstay their welcome, and the choices bend the details more than the destination. But …
- [4]
Quantum Break — Time, Tragedy and the Elegance of a Sci-Fi Masterpiece There are games that entertain you. There are games that impress you technically. There are games that deliver a good story and then quietly disappear from memory. And then there is Quantum Break — a game that, for me, belongs in that rare category of single-player experiences that do not simply occupy your time, but leave an emotional and …
- [3]
Takes an ambitious swing and, to me, hits perfectly. I remember the divisive reception for this game back in 2016, mostly due to its inclusion of live action TV show segments between acts. It's a unique format that I think was fun and executed well with great cast performances, particularly from Lance Reddick (rest in peace). I would like to see this mix of mediums experimented with again, as it's individuality …
Summarised from 34 of the 372 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
88% of the 269 Steam reviewers we collected recommend Quantum Break. The complaint that keeps coming up: gameplay can be repetitive or bland. Deal-breaker or nitpick?
Critics, per Wikipedia
Critical reception for Quantum Break was divided but generally positive, according to aggregator Metacritic, with the Xbox One version receiving better reviews than the Windows version. Critics generally praised the game's graphics, gameplay and story, but had mixed opinions regarding the game's TV show and the choices featured in the game. The game's graphics received critical acclaim, with Sam Loveridge from Digital Spy proclaiming it as one of the "best-looking" video games available for the Xbox One. Critics also praised the game's detailed character models, which made the game's characters look more lively. Some critics were impressed by the game's various particle effects and…
From the “Reception” section of Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Critic context only — not part of the audience score.
Reactions
60 of 433 · most liked firstQuantum Break Finished this today. I loved it. The more I played the more I couldn't believe this game didn't have more buzz around it when it came out. Will write my mini review soon, still gotta do my American Nightmare one! 🤣
positive · AI labelView post →REVIEW: A couple of months ago, I realized I hadn't played through any Remedy games since 2016's Quantum Break. With Control Resonant on the horizon, I'd peek at what I missed I became obsessed The result: A review of two Controls, Alan Wake 2 and four expansions www.gamefile.news/p/control-re...
neutral · AI labelView post →I started Quantum Break earlier this week and just rolled credits. What a trip! The gameplay was so much smoother than AW, the story had me HOOKED throughout and I really loved all the Remedy easter eggs. I had a blast! (did not expect to hear a Paramore somg in this game ngl) Now to beat Control.
positive · AI labelView post →My next game is going to be Quantum Break! Something I should have played forever ago! Excited to see what Remedy cooked here 🔥
positive · AI labelView post →I finished Quantum Break last night! It was really cool to finally play this. You can absolutely see how its ideas were precursors to both Control and Alan Wake 2! While I was a fan of the TV episodes, I imagine a lot of people would complain about "pacing." Solid game imo!
positive · AI labelView post →Part of why I love the game Quantum Break, is it is a very purposeful mediation on time. It is my favorite game because of that. Quantum Break was not intended to be what it is. It was meant to be something far more significant than where it landed. But in that – it became what it meant, for me.
positive · AI labelView post →Quantum Break has just now turned 10. Somehow, a decade has slipped past. Wild. A couple of thoughts about the game...
neutral · AI labelView post →I wasn't a fan of Sam Lake Cause I did not like Quantum Break But then later I found That he'd turned it around With my new favorite game Alan Wake
negative · AI labelView post →30% cutscenes 30% bad tv show 30% horrible gameplay yet it's still one of my most favorite games
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This Polygon article on Quantum Break turning 10 gave us a lot of praise. I'm very proud of the work we did on the game and I'm glad to see it still resonates with people. It wasn't the big hit everybody was hoping for, but I think we did okay! www.polygon.com/quantum-brea...
neutral · AI labelView post →WE BEAT QUANTUM BREAK. What an exceptionally unique game. What a pleasure to get to spend time with Lance Riddick, RIP you absolute Legend.
positive · AI labelView post →Xbox Game Studios | Steam Humble Bundle is now available. Broken Age Sunset Overdrive Quantum Break Battletoads Ori and the Will of the Wisps Wasteland 3 Age of Empires: Definitive Edition As Dusk Falls Great selection for $10. www.humblebundle.com/games/xbox-g...
neutral · AI labelView post →Plans for the day got nixed because the game it was made by a bigot. Plan B: Quantum Break, the one Remedy game I'd missed! Tried to play a couple times previously. First time my internet was too slow (the FMV bits stream live), second, the videos ran too fast (OS-level issues). Cheap here too:
positive · AI labelView post →Happy Femboy Friday cutie people =^>~<^=)/ Currently playing Quantum Break in an effort to get up to speed in the Remedyverse before continuing my AW2 save, really fun game up till now (=^OwO^= #femboyfriday #femskysfw
positive · AI labelView post →I really enjoyed Quantum Break. It's a unique blend between a suspenseful game and live action show that gives off Inception-like vibes. That being said, if you are looking for a normal gaming experience. this ain't it. There are lengthy cutscene's and chapter ending shows that drive the story forward. Quantum Break's narrative is intriguing and is supported by some solid performances by the characters/actors. The story did a great job between Jack and Paul's perspective adding to the overall…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →save point for platforming section is before the boss fight 4 cut scenes ago.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Quantum Break @remedygames.com I said the game was almost 9, but in fact, it will be 10 next year in April. Still one of my fav game and OST! #virtualphotography #quantumbreak #vprepost #vpsupport @samlakewrites.bsky.social
positive · AI labelView post →Quantum Break is a television series where I get to play the expensive scenes. One minute I’m watching a corporate conspiracy unfold in live action. The next, I’m dashing through frozen bullets, stacking gunfire inside a time bubble, and walking through an explosion that has forgotten how to finish. The episodes occasionally overstay their welcome, and the choices bend the details more than the destination. But Remedy tried to merge a game and a TV show. Against all logic, it worked.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →### Quantum Break ---{ Graphics }--- ☑ You forget what reality is ☐ Beautiful ☐ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS ---{ Gameplay }--- ☑ Very good ☐ Good ☐ It's just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't ---{ Audio }--- ☑ Eargasm ☐ Very good ☐ Good ☐ Not too bad ☐ Bad ☐ I'm now deaf ---{ Audience }--- ☐ Kids ☐ Teens ☑ Adults ☐ Grandma ---{ PC Requirements }--- ☐ Check if you can run paint ☐ Potato ☐ Decent ☑ Fast ☐…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Been playing through Alan Wake 2 in my spare time after replaying through the first game & American Nightmare. Forgot how much I love Remedy games! Got to play Quantum Break a while back too, might play Control at some point this year. Anyway! Fan art! #alanwake #fanart
neutral · AI labelView post →Thanks for all the Birthday love and trying to help me fix Quantum Break and the neon nightmare!!! I still love the game. 😅
positive · AI labelView post →Quantum Break — Time, Tragedy and the Elegance of a Sci-Fi Masterpiece There are games that entertain you. There are games that impress you technically. There are games that deliver a good story and then quietly disappear from memory. And then there is Quantum Break — a game that, for me, belongs in that rare category of single-player experiences that do not simply occupy your time, but leave an emotional and intellectual imprint long after you stop playing. This is not just a third-person…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →those who play on an nvidia gpu shall face unforeseen consequences
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It sucks seeing Microsoft games this amazing that nobody knows about just because of their terrible marketing. Such a great game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Can't believe I made the connection RIGHT after finishing the game, but Jesse Faden from Control is an alternate reality version of Beth Wilder from Quantum Break. 😲 I already Tim Breaker from AW2 was alt Jack Joyce. Really creative way for Sam Lake and Remedy to skirt copyright issues. 😅
neutral · AI labelView post →Finished Quantum Break after 13 hours. Short, but mind blowing game as expected of Remedy. Loved the easter eggs foreshadowing Control and AW2. I especially loved how the game blended gameplay with a live action TV show. And the gunplay really makes me excited for their upcoming Max Payne remake.
positive · AI labelView post →I bought an Xbox 360 for Alan Wake. Later, an Xbox One for Quantum Break. Then, Alan Wake 2 convinced me to buy a Series X. XBOX is approaching 25 years, and Remedy's games were always the #1 reason I bought its consoles. Could it happen again with Project Helix? 🤔
positive · AI labelView post →Quantum Break @remedygames.com Game is almost 9 years and still looks pretty good! Dev menu is also fun to use. #virtualphotography #quantumbreak #vprepost #vpsupport @samlakewrites.bsky.social
positive · AI labelView post →Awesome time travel story, amazing visuals, good platforming, decent combat. The inclusion of live action feels half-baked but is improved upon in future Remedy games (Control and Alan Wake 2). The final battle was very disappointing and the most annoying part of the whole playthrough. The level design and combat encounters other than that are fine, also the sniper enemies feel a bit unbalanced as they can kill you in 2-3 seconds out of cover. For 100%, there is no grind, just be mindful of…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →After playing Control and Alan Wake 1 & 2 this game is perfect to fill the gap to Control:Resonant. I see why many people believed it was mid during release. But when you see the bigger picture within the universe and the story already set up in the last Remedy games its a really great and fun game. Also love watching those 20 min live action show between the acts, never saw another game do this. Really interesting experience and a must play for fans of Control and Alan Wake.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Good game that fits well into the Remedyverse. A time capsule of 2015-16. HOWEVER, caveat: the video capsules ("episodes") that are essential to understanding the story are not actually stored in the game data: they stream from a mysterious source, and some are broken for the rest of eternity. So game is partially broken.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Remedy games fans, would you agree that Quantum Break is Remedy's most heterosexual game? This is a neutral observation btw, it's just the vibe I got. AW1 is pretty up there for me as well.
neutral · AI labelView post →been playing Quantum Break and of course as usual Remedy is amazing. only problem I have with the game is they’re putting mediocre actors next to Lance Reddick (RIP)
neutral · AI labelView post →This is way better than Alan wake 2 and control. The set pieces are amazing. I'm sad this game didn't get a sequel.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I still remember the first time I played this back in 2016. I was a kid then, and this game absolutely blew my mind. The visuals, the story, the gameplay mechanics, the time-manipulation effects everything felt unreal. Even in 2026, the visuals don’t feel outdated at all. Honestly, they still hold up better than many modern games. Remedy was way ahead of its time with this one. My only real issue? The sequel that never came. The story ends on a cliffhanger, and it hurts every time I think…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I became a big fan of Remedy over the last years. Especially through Control and Alan Wake 2, and finally played Quantum Break. Their games never disappoint in terms of narrative and voice actors. Live action episodes here were PHENOMENAL and I feel so empty knowing we won't see Lance Reddick in a Remedy game anymore. Nevertheless, they never disappoint with their cast choice. Gameplay was solid, story was good. But I had insane stability problems during act 4 - for an 8 year old game with…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Plus, like... The Saga in Quantum Break is explicitly a different person/universe, from a game that Remedy don't even own! God, they're fucking jackasses.
neutral · AI labelView post →Quantum Break from Remedy and Rise of the Tomb Raider (for a limited time) going exclusive on Xbox One were the direct result of the same initiative at Microsoft to find their own Uncharted. Ranger and Quantum Break came from the same brief in early 2012 looking for a game like that.
neutral · AI labelView post →Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer and hero who was granted time-based abilities, @alexjkane.itch.io! The game he is talking about today is Quantum Break by @remedygames.com and Microsoft Studios! funandgames.libsyn.com/side-quests-...
neutral · AI labelView post →Hi! I'm tirabee and I like video games. I'm also super interested in web & game dev, music, writing, and art. My faves include: - Nier/Drakengard - Final Fantasy - Remedy games (Alan Wake/Control/Quantum Break) - RimWorld - Stellaris - No Man's Sky I would love new friends ♥ #promosky
neutral · AI labelView post →Decent 3rd person action adventure with dude that can stop time. Plenty of shooting, similar to games like Max Payne. Plot is interesting and gameplay engage for a while. Amazing soundtrack. Good enough to be played once again.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Almost finally done with Control and getting all achievements. Love this game. I decided I'll go ahead and play Quantum Break for the first time before playing Alan Wake 2 cus why not at this point
positive · AI labelView post →Finally did the thing Quantum Break is an amazing game ❤️
positive · AI labelView post →for my first longer game on stream, i’ll start playing Quantum Break on Saturday!
positive · AI labelView post →The story here is great, and the concept of combining the gameplay and a live action show is unique and interesting. Unfortunately the gameplay is very bland. Moving between areas is generally a case of either follow the yellow paint, or guess which time power the devs thought was cool in this spot, the later often requiring some trial and error. Combat is very repetitive and basic. Difficulty spikes only come from some bullet sponge enemies in the later game. Graphics are fantastic, and…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →6/10 (I only recommand this on SALE) This "game" feels less like playing and more like standing in an endless queue at the DMV: you wait in line just to pick a number from the ticket dispenser... so you can wait even longer in the actual line. Every time you think you're about to get into some real gameplay, nope... here comes another 5-10 minute cutscene, or a live-action episode that pauses everything while actors try to sell the convoluted time-travel plot. The platforming is somehow…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →if one says to me i have to play only one studio's games, i will pick remedy and be happy forever; Fun/~ Fact: The big event that happens in Quantum Break (time fracture), at the same time big power-surge occurs in Control’s oldest house. QB’s second lead character Beth Wilder becomes Control’s lead Jesse Faden. QB’s Protagonist probably ends up in a different reality as we find him as a Sheriff in Alan Wake 2. There is another wild theory, Beth is Jesse just in different dimension, as…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Fighting Gameplay is incredibly fun and innovative, but it's horrible for Parkour sections and there is a special Enemy Variant which the Game keeps telling you about and in the End they never showed up..Story is pretty good but you're just thrown into it without a real Introduction. There were some Plot Holes within that whole Time Travelling Thing. Ending leaves more Questions than Answers.. especially after you read all the Informations you can find..Cutscenes/Episodes really try hard to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →First playthrough review time. Quantum Break is a third-person shooter that focuses mainly on its story. The game is linear, with many cutscenes, and includes a mini-series between chapters. I think the game is really well made. The voice acting is strong, the direction is good, and the graphics are still excellent. The plot also explores complex concepts, but it explains them in a way that keeps you interested and makes you want to see what happens next. I played the game on maximum settings…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have recently been on a Remedy Entertainment gaming binge due to the announcement of CONTROL Resonant. I have beaten all of their games in chronological order on the highest difficulty, and they all offer incredible gameplay and stories. If you like games built around sci-fi and mystery, you should definitely check them all out.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Still Surprised that a game from 10 years ago is better than half the AAA titles on the planet, a game + movie combo alongside a good storyline is sought after. Loved it, you must too...
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Picked up the Humble Bundle of Xbox Game Studios games and it turns out I already have a copy of Quantum Break on Steam so if you want that you can have it lol 05KCN-6GIBB-MD5V0
neutral · AI labelView post →Started Quantum Break and it's the last Remedy game i have yet to play. Well the mouse is very jittery and feeling weird, Motion blur cannot be turned off in this game so that's a great start so far 😅
negative · AI labelView post →And that's a wrap on Quantum Break! Save for the last fight (silly tough one-shots until you figure out the patterns) the game deserves to be right up there with Control and Alan Wake. Definitely glad I went back and checked it out.
positive · AI labelView post →HEY! REMEMBER HOW I'VE BEEN YELLING ABOUT HOW GOOD QUANTUM BREAK WAS? WELL! IT IS $10 RIGHT NOW!! YOU SHOULD CHECK IT OUT!!!!!!!!!!!! store.steampowered.com/app/474960/Q...
positive · AI labelView post →I completed Control last night and I really enjoyed it! Now I'm vibing by playing through Foundation and some post game stuff. It just makes me want to replay Quantum Break again but my Xbox One is almost dead. 💀 I'll have to wait. Now for a lightheaded game! What are you playing right now?
positive · AI labelView post →Oh damn Quantum Break is Tenet the game? This fucks
positive · AI labelView post →Takes an ambitious swing and, to me, hits perfectly. I remember the divisive reception for this game back in 2016, mostly due to its inclusion of live action TV show segments between acts. It's a unique format that I think was fun and executed well with great cast performances, particularly from Lance Reddick (rest in peace). I would like to see this mix of mediums experimented with again, as it's individuality really left an impression on me. The TV segments and huge range of narrative…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I’m not a fan of time-travel games, but this one was executed really well. The story, effects, characters, and the main character’s superpowers were all top-notch. Overall, a great game!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Quantum Break is far from a bad game and I was having a pretty good time. The combat powers are fun but the actual guns feel weak and sound very meh. Story is engaging which is what I would expect from Remedy. A mix of live action and in game cinematics. The issue is optimization. There is none. I didn't have any issues in the first few hours but by the time I hit 4 -1 I was getting 5 FPS when looking in the direction of the cargo ship. It was unplayable. I lowered settings, messed with…
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