1982

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1982 is a single player action game. It was developed by Binary Zoo and was released on June 28, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 469 reviews

music15 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience with vibrant graphics and sound effects reminiscent of classic arcade games.
Gameplay is simple yet addictive, with multiple modes and power-ups that encourage strategic play.
It's free to play, making it accessible for anyone looking for a fun, quick gaming session.

The game can become repetitive quickly, with some players finding it lacks long-term engagement.
Achievements can be frustratingly difficult to unlock, which may deter completionists.
The interface and controls may not be intuitive for new players, leading to a steep learning curve.

music
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its catchy, retro feel reminiscent of early arcade games, while others find it repetitive and annoying. Many users enjoy the option to customize the soundtrack by adding their own music, which enhances the gameplay experience. Overall, while the soundtrack has its nostalgic charm, it may not appeal to everyone due to its limited variety and looping nature.
- “The background music is very catchy, though I certainly wish the game had more tunes.”
- “Great retro feel soundtrack!”
- “It's a classic styled game with an 8-bit soundtrack and sound effects that make the game feel like an arcade game from the 80's.”
- “The developers spent a lot of time on the music of the game, but it's the weakest part of the game so far.”
- “Consisting of one looped track, the music is somewhat retro in the sense that it sounds like an early 2000s FruityLoops amateur project.”
- “The music in the background is so annoying and unfitting with this or any game; the gameplay is way worse than the music and has nothing new to it and is really repetitive.”
gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
60%
7%
The gameplay is a nostalgic homage to classic arcade titles, featuring fast-paced, straightforward mechanics that blend elements from iconic games like Space Invaders and Galaga. While many players appreciate the retro visuals and satisfying power-up mechanics, some criticize the simplicity and repetitiveness, leading to mixed feelings about its overall depth and engagement. Overall, the game offers a fun yet familiar experience that may appeal more to fans of old-school gaming.
- “This is so much more than another Space Invaders or Galaga clone; the mechanics are outstanding - some really well thought out game design - and the nostalgia bombs just keep on coming.”
- “Fun, fast, simple gameplay and controls with nice old-school retro style graphics.”
- “The references aren't there just for chuckles or smiles; they actually drive the gameplay in fun and surprisingly creative ways.”
- “But thanks to subtle game mechanics, some of the achievements are very hard to figure out how to obtain, especially 'Friend or Foe' (kill 5 men in TA mode), which is too heavily RNG dependent.”
- “The music in the background is so annoying and unfitting with this or any game; the gameplay is way worse than the music and has nothing new to it and is really repetitive.”
- “The game has bad music, gameplay, and is one of the most boring games I have ever played.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
53%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the colorful and nostalgic retro pixel art style that complements the gameplay, while others criticize it for being outdated and lacking coherence. While many find the visuals appealing and vibrant, there are concerns about their simplicity and potential to become visually overwhelming over time. Overall, the graphics are seen as a blend of charming retro aesthetics and modern gameplay, though not everyone finds them satisfactory.
- “A really great take on the classic space invaders with literally colorful and cool graphics.”
- “Brilliant visuals that complement the gameplay and frantic action throughout.”
- “In terms of aesthetics, 1982 has a very captivating art style.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “Although the game has colorful, clear-cut graphics, the whole composition doesn't go well together and ends up looking plain.”
- “A slop-and-snot mashup of old shmups, each one badly implemented, with poor art style - not good even as a demo of this bull urine 'app game kit'.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized, with multiple users noting that it lacks a significant narrative. While some players enjoy the gameplay and graphics, they express a desire for a more engaging story or adventure elements to enhance their experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game is fun but would benefit from a more developed storyline.
- “Fun game, story line, graphics are good, achievements work, would recommend the game.”
- “I found it really fun to play for a little bit (heck, I started playing for like 5 hours one time). The game has a lot of potential, and I would love to see a story mode or adventure aspect added in the future.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “0 (no story).”
- “No story.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for excessive advertising, with users expressing frustration over mandatory ad screens at launch and background browser pop-ups. While the game is technically free and lacks microtransactions, many feel it offers little value beyond being an ad platform, likening it to a poorly executed clone of classic games. Overall, the monetization approach detracts significantly from the gaming experience.
- “If you're bored like I was, get this game! Or if you aren't, get it anyway considering the fact that it's basically only 11MB and completely free to play with no microtransactions whatsoever.”
- “The developers chose to use appdevkit, so basically this was made for iPhones but dumped on Steam, ostensibly as a deliberate attempt to make PC gaming worse with ads and badly made games.”
- “While this is theoretically 'free', it's just an advertisement/spam entry with no serious value as a video game.”
- “In line with this being advertising spam, it launches your web browser in the background with more advertising.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its nostalgic 80s references and clever nods to classic arcade games, eliciting laughter through its fast-paced gameplay and quirky cameos. Players appreciate the light-hearted, retro-inspired tone, though some feel the humor may be somewhat outdated. Overall, the game successfully combines challenging mechanics with a comedic flair, making it an enjoyable experience.
- “You had me laughing out loud with all the 80's throwbacks.”
- “This is a fast-paced, retro-inspired bullet hell game with funny cameos from classic arcade games.”
- “Just funny, speedy, amazing game made by one person!”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability due to its diverse modes, including normal, survival, and time attack, along with adjustable difficulty settings. Players can also pursue numerous achievements, enhancing the incentive to replay. Overall, it provides a compelling experience that encourages repeated play, even in short sessions.
- “The game is infinitely replayable (or almost).”
- “The best part is its surprisingly varied modes; you can play in normal mode to get the highest score, or try survival mode where you die in one hit, or time attack with unlimited lives. These varied modes, coupled with adjustable difficulty, give this game even more replay value than you would expect.”
- “There are also plentiful achievements to obtain, so there's decent replay value for those who love a bit of achievement hunting.”
- “But the best part is its surprisingly varied modes. You can play modes such as normal (obviously you just try to get the highest score you can) or you can try survival (you die in one hit; the game normally has a health bar which can get refilled via a power-up) or time attack, where you have unlimited lives. These varied modes, coupled with adjustable difficulty, give this game even more replay value than you would expect.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as it often involves repetitive actions like holding the shoot button and dodging enemy fire. However, some appreciate the variety of achievements that focus on challenges rather than excessive grinding, providing a more balanced experience.
- “This game is a fresh take on space invaders, but it grows tedious very fast; you basically hold the shoot button, grab/shoot power-ups, and dodge enemy fire.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, with instances of the game freezing upon launch, often accompanied by the Windows Installer also becoming unresponsive. This indicates a troubling lack of reliability in the game's performance.
- “I have this problem that when I open the game, 'Windows Installer' pops up and the game freezes. Windows Installer is also frozen.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant lag and disconnections, which ruin the gaming experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its good optimization, contributing to a positive overall experience, alongside its retro aesthetic and appealing sound design, earning a score of 7.5/10.
- “Very retro, nice sounds, good optimization, 7.5/10”