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Routine Draws Mostly Positive Early Reviews as Game Pass Launch Nears

Early write-ups emphasize a richly retro atmosphere, with some flagging sluggish, simple mechanics.

Overview

  • Routine arrives on Xbox Game Pass on Thursday, December 4, following a development cycle that began over a decade ago.
  • The first wave of critiques trends positive, with a current Metacritic average of 79 based on early reviews.
  • High-scoring outlets highlight tense atmosphere, tactile retro aesthetics and standout sound design, including 9/10s from CGM and PCGamesN and an 8.5/10 from Wccftech.
  • Mixed and lower reviews cite slow pacing and unengaging encounters, with examples such as GamesRadar at 3.5/5 and GameRant at 5/10.
  • Coverage describes stealth-focused, hide-and-seek play on a lunar base that looks striking yet can feel limited by rudimentary systems.