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science fiction video game
TimeShift
By Saber Interactive, released 1 Jan 2007
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- first-person shooter
What it is
TimeShift is a science-fiction first-person shooter developed by Saber Interactive and published by Activision. Its story follows Dr. Aiden Krone’s dangerous leap through time, which leaves the rain-soaked Alpha District in an alternate reality. You play as a fighter equipped with the experimental Beta Suit, using its ability to slow, stop, and reverse time against enemies. The campaign spans 24 combat missions and includes weapons and vehicles. Multiplayer supports up to 16 players across 14 maps, with time grenades and more than 40 customization features. Multiplayer connectivity is limited to LAN or direct connection. TimeShift is a single-player and multiplayer game for Windows, and its listed platforms also include PlayStation 3. The Steam listing includes Family Sharing. It was released in 2007 and has a Metacritic score of 71.
What players like, and what they don't
- Slow, stop, and reverse time with the Beta Suit
- Campaign includes 24 combat missions
- Multiplayer supports up to 16 players
- More than 40 multiplayer customization features
- Multiplayer is limited to LAN or direct connection
- Listed Steam platform is Windows
Who it suits
TimeShift suits players looking for a story-driven shooter built around manipulating time, as well as groups who can play multiplayer over LAN or direct connection. Its Windows and PlayStation 3 platform listings may help players check whether it fits their setup.
TimeShift pairs a time-manipulation mechanic with a single-player campaign and multiplayer modes. The LAN or direct-connection requirement is important for anyone considering multiplayer.
