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The Complex
Developer Wales Interactive, Good Gate Media, Little Jade Productions
The Complex is a 2020 interactive science fiction full-motion video game. From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
200 reactions from 2 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky) · newest Oct 17, 2026 · last updated Oct 17, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
80
LovedLoved
150 positive · 37 negative
95% range 74–85%
| Source | + | − | = |
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| Steam reviews | 150 | 37 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 2 | 3 | 8 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Mostly Positive
831 of 1,069 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
81% recommend · 154 yes, 36 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 190 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Mostly Positive (2,792 of 3,580 positive).
Players praise the FMV quality, acting, and engaging story. [1][2][3] Some find the game short and lacking depth, but enjoyable for its genre. [4][5][6] A few reviewers report technical issues, especially on Steam Deck. [7][8]
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- [7]
This is not playable on Steamdeck, technically compatible however it constantly freezes/crashes and thanks to the way it only saves in certain spots, you have to keep constantly replaying the same sections in an attempt to get past the previous crash. Since the main actress is so very cringe, I've had all I can stomach for the time being. I'd hoped to play this in it's entirely on the Steamdeck so I'm pretty …
- [1]
This was fantastic! Having not played a FMV game before, I went into this with low expectations. I thought it would be janky and not very good. I was completely wrong! The video quality was great on the Steam Deck. I was very impressed with how the videos for different choices were for the most part seamless. The people planning, coordinating, directing, acting, working the camera, and editing had to be on top of …
- [11]
You're not playing a character model; you're directing a real movie with actors. The decisions you make have a real impact on what happens next. There are eight unique endings. The plot is engaging and suspenseful, with some good twists. For an interactive movie, the performances and overall quality are solid. How you treat other characters affects your relationships with them and changes the story. It's about the …
- [13]
⭐ My Verdict “If you’re looking for a short but engaging interactive thriller with real stakes and multiple outcomes, this one delivers.” 👍 What I Liked +The premise grabbed me: after a catastrophic bio-weapon attack in London you’re trapped in a locked-down lab with the clock and air running out. +It’s full live-action cinematic style, with real actors and a film-like production, which gives it a different feel …
- [2]
A film with choices, not really a game. Even says it's "A film by Paul Raschid" at the start. Good TV-quality actor performances and good plot. Crisp, smooth full-screen video. It's worth replaying at least once. However, the choices don't really change things that much until around the last 15 minutes. You'll see different video clips, though. I think The Complex is worth watching as a thriller film anyway, even if …
Summarised from 34 of the 203 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 12, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
81% of the 190 Steam reviewers we collected recommend The Complex. The complaint that keeps coming up: unclear save points and risk of progress loss. Deal-breaker or nitpick?
Critics, per Wikipedia
Engadget said in their review "Fundamentally, it's a mostly entertaining way to spend $13, and an evening, but I doubt that you'll feel too compelled to find all nine endings unless you're a real obsessive." Screen Rant said "Overall, The Complex is another FMV game that does not live up to the potential this genre of interactive movie/gaming hybrid could potentially offer."
From the “Reception” section of Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Critic context only — not part of the audience score.
Reactions
60 of 200 · most liked firstI’d like to see the game Goldeneye made into a movie. So like there’s two aspects of the original movie but the rest of the movie is just the levels of the game including multiplayer. James Bond running around The Complex going “Where am I! Fuck!”
neutral · AI labelView post →Gnome is a pet name my husband has for me. I got to be a fucking GNOME. Do you have any idea how crazy that was?! AND THEN THIS GAME HAD VAMPIRES?!?! WHAT?! And the COMPLEX GORGOUS ONE WANTS TO KISS ME ON ONE KNEE?! WELL. DARLING. DAAAARLING.
neutral · AI labelView post →This is not playable on Steamdeck, technically compatible however it constantly freezes/crashes and thanks to the way it only saves in certain spots, you have to keep constantly replaying the same sections in an attempt to get past the previous crash. Since the main actress is so very cringe, I've had all I can stomach for the time being. I'd hoped to play this in it's entirely on the Steamdeck so I'm pretty unimpressed it's marked as Steamdeck verified. Wish I'd returned it when I had the…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is how I played The Complex: I completed one full blind run (which only took about 1.5 hours), then I used a guide to complete all subsequent endings and see all the scenes I missed in my first playthrough. There are eight possible endings. I did this largely because I was fine with that initial play being more of a movie experience with an ending I was somewhat satisfied with so at that point I was just curious about seeing the other scenes/endings without investing a ton more time.…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This was fantastic! Having not played a FMV game before, I went into this with low expectations. I thought it would be janky and not very good. I was completely wrong! The video quality was great on the Steam Deck. I was very impressed with how the videos for different choices were for the most part seamless. The people planning, coordinating, directing, acting, working the camera, and editing had to be on top of their game to make this work so well. Even the sound and music transitions were…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →An excellent 4 player game of #Frostgrave at Bristol Independent Gaming last night - the Complex Temple! #miniaturepainting #wargaming #wepaintminis #frostgrave #skirmishgaming
neutral · AI labelView post →The Complex game sad make cry ahhhhhh im cry alot i not sleep
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A film with choices, not really a game. Even says it's "A film by Paul Raschid" at the start. Good TV-quality actor performances and good plot. Crisp, smooth full-screen video. It's worth replaying at least once. However, the choices don't really change things that much until around the last 15 minutes. You'll see different video clips, though. I think The Complex is worth watching as a thriller film anyway, even if there had been no choices. The story is engaging and made me change opinions a…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Complex is an FMV game about a virus outbreak in London. The main character Dr Amy Tenant is a scientist who is trapped in a laboratory with a few colleagues, and must find a way to escape. This is basically an interactive movie, so gameplay involves watching the video scenes and then occasionally making a choice to influence how the story plays out. My first playthrough took only 76 minutes to complete, and my 2.6 hours playing time represents two full playthroughs. The actors did a good…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Very Thrilling FMV Rating: 8/10 Instant hook factor and production value is still present like Late Shift. Main protagonist is extremely beautiful. You can skip scenes you have already watched, so getting all the endings and achievements is fun & easy. Use this guide: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3088265312 Highly recommend everyone.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you are looking for a FMV Game that has realistic situations and all the science in the world.... This isn't it. If you want to play a FMV Game that is entertaining and has decent effects, acting, scenario and story, This is pretty good.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →it was fine. the plot was fine, the acting was fine, the CGI was fine. but it is in dire need of QoL features like chapter select, fast-forward/skip, and a (working) option to disable timers for decisions
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Complex is plain okay, akin to a 5/10 movie, only really saved by the great performances from the actors involved. The sound mixing is pretty terrible, the plot is predictable and some of the writing is really weak but it's not outright unwatchable either, just really forgettable. Not really worth it, even on sale, i think you'd have more fun just watching a decent movie.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →TONIGHT at 7pm ET, I'll be playing The Complex: Expedition, a brand new Backrooms game that came out yesterday! This is some of my favorite kind of content and I've heard GREAT things about this game, so I hope you'll come by and get lost with me!
neutral · AI labelView post →They gots Miss Katies in this games and that's what i appreciates about it. (That's where the appreciation ends though. This was kinda boring... Tolerable as part of a bundle, but i wouldn't recommend just buying this straight up.)
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Complex starts with an interesting premise, but sadly it never fully lands on its paws. While the idea of a live action, choice-driven thriller sounds intriguing, the execution feels more stiff than immersive. The acting is inconsistent, which makes it difficult to stay emotionally invested. Some performances work, but others feel flat, breaking the tension that the story is trying to build. Instead of feeling like your choices matter, many decisions feel cosmetic, leading to outcomes that…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →i couldnt really connect to it. protagonist is cute as heck tho
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Complex is game so unremarkable I couldn’t think of a clever pun for the title, so I just made it all Letterkenny references youtube.com/watch?v=1RzV...
negative · AI labelView post →You're not playing a character model; you're directing a real movie with actors. The decisions you make have a real impact on what happens next. There are eight unique endings. The plot is engaging and suspenseful, with some good twists. For an interactive movie, the performances and overall quality are solid. How you treat other characters affects your relationships with them and changes the story. It's about the length of a movie, so it's easy to play in one sitting. This makes it much…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Short little movie game where choices matter. There aren't that many choices so its pretty simple. I will say that its maybe an hour and a half but it cut out before a save could occur so I lost progress. I don't know if I would pay full price for this game, but I got it on sale for $2.99 and I think that was worth it for sure. I like a few of the actors in this so its decent quality.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have learnt about Wales Interactive recently, and I have really enjoyed the "Late Shift"; however, although this game is quite good for just 1 playthrough, it can't bear more because there are huge mistakes or delays in storyline. For example, when we are with Rees ,after the attack of Dr. Malkin, the timing of the noise comes from void changes due to our previous choices. Moreover, fielding more questions ,which takes no more than 2 mins, lead Amy to not reach the Clare at the street. To sum…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Any liminal horror fans out there? I checked out The Complex: Found Footage and really enjoyed it, such creepy unnerving atmosphere. I like games that create scares by making you feel that fear of something following you or hiding around corners. #HorrorGame #IndieHorror #TheBackrooms
positive · AI labelView post →The Complex is a decent interactive movie experience—nothing groundbreaking, but serviceable if you enjoy narrative-driven choices. The story and acting are fine, though not particularly memorable, making it an "okay" entry in the FMV genre.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Despite the fact Dr. Amy looks like my ex-girlfriend, I actually like this game quite a lot. I should start by saying that choices DO REALLY MATTER in this interactive film. Even some minor decisions from the very beginning can impact the outcome. In a nutshell, it follows the character likeability. How you get close or dislike a character will open new possibilities (if I'm not mistaken, there're 9 different endings and nearly 200 scenes to be unlocked). I like the story, the characters and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →So I couldnt get through the story. It felt generic as all hell, and I found myself board and frustrated. The, "game" opens up with a title sequence calling it a movie. Thats basically what it is, a generic movie I felt like I'd find on youtube for free. The writing is cliche, the characters are not that believable (way too young to be leading experts as they claim they are) and the shared dialogue feels like a grad school student wrote it. The characters are generic, the situations are…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →get it only on HUGE discount and if you have a HUGE boredom currently in your life.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Despite being marketed as choice-driven, very few decisions actually matter. The story is shallow, and the acting is inconsistent, which makes it hard to stay invested. Interesting idea, weak execution.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →tl;dr certainly tries to be “complex”, but ends up being forgettable bupkis Overview Following a biological incident in London, a group of scientists and military personnel are locked inside an underground laboratory. As the situation escalates, you take control of decisions that are supposed to shape the fate of the characters and the outcome of the crisis. The Complex is an FMV narrative game that aims to blend scientific thriller elements with character-driven drama. The Good Stuff The…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Steam Deck performance review for The Complex. This game is listed as 'playable' on the steam deck. Here is my steam deck performance review after spending about 3 hours with the game and grinding for all the achievements solely on the steam deck. This was strictly a steam deck PERFORMANCE review. If you want a full review of the game, there are plenty of reviews online. Problems Encountered Absolutely nothing. This was the first game I played on the steam deck that ran perfectly and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game has so much WASTED potential. You dont see any points were the game save, you have to play atleast 15 min to get back to the point were you left. You trolled your customers so hard, will never ever buy a game from you.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Honestly, the game itself is pretty mid, maybe slightly above average, and that’s mostly thanks to Michelle Mylett. Funny thing is, I had never seen her in anything before, yet she somehow felt familiar. I even checked her filmography and realized I hadn’t watched a single thing she was in. The story was okay, nothing too special, but not bad either. Al Weaver was a nice addition to the cast as well. I haven’t seen any of his work either, but I have to admit, he’s kinda cute lol. Thumbs Up 4…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Wales Interactive knocks it out of the park again. Paul Raschid directed this game phenomenally and it features Michelle Mylett who is known for her role in Letterkenney and Al Weaver; Who has quickly become one of my favorite actors and was also featured in Who Pressed Mute on Uncle Marcus. If you enjoy mystery suspense movies and choose your own adventure games, then you won't be disappointed by this game. The characters are likeable, the writing is intelligent and there is some comedy…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Bugs TL;DR : story is interesting up-to second apisode, but it is unplayable beyond that due to bugs. Story is interesting, and Iwould like to be able to conwinue, But the game has serious issues rendering it unplayable on Linux: 1. Very likely the game will get stuck and never load the next episode of the series. 2. Game has black screen or suffer from the same stuck at loading screen after 2nd launch. Only fix I could use was delete and redownload, ahile hoping that game won't crash after…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →⭐ My Verdict “If you’re looking for a short but engaging interactive thriller with real stakes and multiple outcomes, this one delivers.” 👍 What I Liked +The premise grabbed me: after a catastrophic bio-weapon attack in London you’re trapped in a locked-down lab with the clock and air running out. +It’s full live-action cinematic style, with real actors and a film-like production, which gives it a different feel than your standard game. +The multiple endings are a major plus. Depending on…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It’s actually quite an enjoyable and captivating game. The videos are professionally shot and properly illuminated, and they don’t look cheap. The video sequences flow smoothly into one another, and the screen isn’t interrupted by any annoying menus or controls. (Which helps the immersion in the story). The sound and spoken English was also excellent. The actors were interesting. They performed convincingly and emotionally. So I really enjoyed the execution of the game. The plot was…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game has a massive frustrating bug and it holds achievement hunters in a never-ending hell of rewatching the same lackluster scenes over and over! It makes the fact that this is a high quality FMV with a decent set and an okay story seem like a slap in the face because if the game would just function correctly, you would only have the lead's acting to complain about. I wrote this with me having done one playthrough, then going to go through the second one, but constantly having issues with…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The script is very weak. The characters are poorly developed and act in bizarre ways. I only finished this game because I had already bought it and felt bad about wasting money on it. I regret the purchase. What a disappointment. Not even the “Shopee Ana de Armas” could save this plot.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Complex is my favorite interactive movie from Wales Interactive thanks to the solid acting, the relationship status system, and an ability to quickly skip previously watched scenes. What is different about this game is that the branches are tighter, some scenes are more dependent on relationship status, and Here is what you need to know: +The number of major characters is fewer, in that most interactions & the most meaningful are between 3 characters, but the writing and acting really…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Omg! This game was so entertaining. It's cheesy, campy, funny, sad, interesting, dramatic, and entertaining all in one. I LOVED it. I don't know why it has such a low rating. I'm glad to see its going up again. I definitely think Wales Interactive makes the best FMV games. They play like movies but with choices that can dictate the outcome of the ending. I'm happy because the ending that I got was bittersweet. I do feel bad for what happened to certain characters as a result of my choices.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →We need more FMV games. They always have this small cringe factor to it but on the same hand are they are still pulling them into their little story they try to tell. Sometimes better, sometimes worse. The complex is just like seeing an ok film at the cinema. You enjoyed your time but once you got back to your car you forgot what the movie was about and never remember it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Good story 7/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →That’s right, this upcoming Thursday around 5pm est I’ll be playing a backrooms game (The Complex: Found Footage to be exact) while high! So make sure to mark your calendars and get ready for…whatever the hell this stream will have in store- #pngtuber #twitch #backrooms #edibles
neutral · AI labelView post →The Complex is a solid, choose your own adventure take on a biological thriller movie. The only real downside is that it isn't clear when save points hit if you want to stop partway through and exit the game. You end up repeating a handful of minutes of content.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I found the story pretty fine. Nothing too interesting. The soundtrack is good. After getting all the achievements I had 5.1 hrs total so I would say the game can be very short to complete. But that does depend on how fast you can find the endings. In the end it’s an alright game I would say
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →State of Mind, developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment, is a cinematic narrative adventure that dives into the philosophical depths of identity, consciousness, and the consequences of technological progress. Set in a futuristic Berlin in the year 2048, the story unfolds against a backdrop of social unrest, pervasive surveillance, and the growing tension between the physical and digital worlds. The protagonist, Richard Nolan, is a journalist who wakes up after an accident to find his…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I love how this is made, whatever ending you get it's well written <3 My only complain would be the music cuts when different scene or choice is played, it kinda ruins the immersion of the story but overall 9/10!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's like if you took a regular, good thriller movie and added the option to make characters do silly things. 5/5, would - nay, *will* - play again.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Unexpected banger. Pretty good writing for what it is and the decisions are stressful to say the least.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Trying out a game I've had for a while, a FMV Game: The Complex !kofi twitch.tv/notthehoneyb...
neutral · AI labelView post →Great full motion video adventure game with solid acting and a compelling story line with branching choices. But it uses generic sound clip samples including the "howie scream" which breaks immersion and distracts from an otherwise entertaining experience.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →One of the better modern FMV games, worth playing for fans of the genre
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'll give credit where credit is due, this FMV has a good plot premise and as a project it was a pretty good attempt. As long as you're not going in expecting Spooks/MI-5 (which it wants to be I think) quality you won't be disappointed. Is it a good movie? No. Is it a good game? Not really. The film itself felt like an amateur shortfilm, which realistically it was, and the choices seem pretty inconsequential. Narratively speaking it could have used some character development and some kind…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Complex Expedition I keep getting recommended liminal space horror, and it just keeps missing for me. While the game looks nice and the atmosphere is good, nothing about empty hallways really scares me. store.steampowered.com/app/2172260/...
negative · AI labelView post →The acting and production is great, but none of the choices felt especially meaningful. I couldn't connect with any of the characters.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Had to look up the album cover and yep, it is quite uncanny how similiar that is. Also, The Complex: Found Footage? I love that game, it's so horribly uncomfortable. Looking forward to seeing the video.
positive · AI labelView post →I have never watched a group of scientists make so many objectively terrible decisions with such convincing British accents. The concept is genuinely cool. Real actors, real sets, a real budget, and a branching structure that actually tracks relationships and consequences instead of just cosmetic dialogue options. When it works, it feels like you're steering a genuine sci-fi thriller with your own two hands, which is a rare feeling in this genre. The problem is that the writing occasionally…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Complex still falls short in serious ways. This had much more potential. There comes a moment during the movie, you expect to make a choice, but all of a sudden, it has already been made by the protagonist. So-called "The Void" scenes felt like low-budget scenery. Every gun scene was unrealistic. "Calculated-risk worth taking" is the dumbest idea ever proposed. Guards passing in front of them and not noticing, smh. Also, I would love the option to use the keyboard instead of clicking. We…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →very good game with a very good story. try it
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A little pricy for the amount of content, but very well done nonetheless. Quality is high, story is intriguing, actors are believable and choices presented make you not only think twice but actually force you to decide in quick manner. Would really recommend at a small discount for like 8-10 €.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The complex has an intriguing premise, a bio weapon attack on London with two scientists trapped in a laboratory, forced to solve the crisis- but the execution falls short. While the setup sounds compelling, the story never fully capitalizes on it. Choices rarely feel impactful, and the multiple endings are so similar that they lose their significance. Combined with noticeable pacing issues, the experience feels flat overall.
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