8-Colors Star Guardians

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8-Colors Star Guardians is a single player role playing game. It was developed by der Mondhase and was released on September 12, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

"8-Colors Star Guardians +" is a heartfelt tribute to the tokusatsu genre, where players join the Star Guardians, a diverse group of female fighters, in defending Earth from eight giant alien monsters. Carefully plan your path and unlock skills to defeat tougher enemies, while learning about each character's unique backstory and relationships. Choose between a story-driven mode with dialogue and interactions or a challenging arcade mode. * Defend Earth from eight giant alien monsters * Unlock skills and plan your path * Explore character backstories and relationships in Story Mode

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story18 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The game features engaging turn-based combat that feels like a puzzle, requiring players to think strategically about their moves and character combinations.
The writing is humorous and charming, with a diverse cast of characters that adds depth and personality to the story, making it enjoyable and relatable.
The retro pixel art style and catchy soundtrack create a nostalgic atmosphere that enhances the overall experience, appealing to fans of classic JRPGs and Super Sentai themes.

The game is relatively short, which may leave players wanting more in terms of character development and story depth, especially given the potential for a longer narrative.
Some players may find the gameplay repetitive, as it primarily consists of boss battles without traditional RPG elements like leveling up or exploration.
The dialogue can sometimes feel overly self-indulgent or explanatory, which may detract from the humor and charm of the characters.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
57%
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it lighthearted and entertaining, while others criticize its pacing and reliance on irrelevant dialogue during critical moments. The narrative spans two parts, with the first feeling complete and the sequel lacking direction, often resembling an extended epilogue. Despite these issues, many appreciate the character development, humor, and engaging gameplay, making it a charming experience overall.
- “The story mode has the perfect amount of cheesy in it, and while it definitely leans strongly into comedy, it has a few heartfelt moments.”
- “The characters in general get some good development over the course of the story, and the story stays entertaining.”
- “It's way better than I was expecting; the story is entertaining, the characters are funny and full of charm, the dialogue and interactions are a lot of fun, the pixel art is cute, and the soundtrack is really good.”
- “The plot takes place across a single day in both parts, which means that in the middle of trying to save the world, our characters are constantly going on about irrelevant stuff, further adding to the idea that their minds can't function on a basic level and making the entire plot feel inane.”
- “The first story wrapped things up too neatly, and the sequel was left with nowhere to go. The sequel ends up feeling like an epilogue, with characters constantly reminding us of past events, which becomes tedious over time, especially since the second story is longer than the first.”
- “The story is very simple and easy to follow, making me quickly invested in each character despite the story's short length.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
57%
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The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by engaging and unique boss battles that require strategic thinking and careful planning. While some players noted a reliance on trial and error and occasional RNG issues, the overall mechanics are praised for their cleverness and puzzle-like nature, making the experience more than just a standard RPG. Despite some initial simplicity, the gameplay evolves to present more complex challenges, contributing to a charming and enjoyable experience.
- “For a relatively simple turn-based RPG engine, some of the fights have very clever mechanics.”
- “It's got super unique and engaging gameplay, with its puzzle-esque JRPG combat in which you have to use everything at your disposal to figure out the winning strategy.”
- “There's no real gameplay here.”
- “The gameplay is closer to a puzzle game than an RPG; you have to beat most of the bosses in a very specific way with a little bit of wiggle room for freedom in the harder ones.”
- “While you start with all the skills the cast acquired in part 1 and have access to the full part, the boss fights are much harder with more complicated mechanics, some of which require serious out-of-the-box thinking.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and enjoyable tracks, often described as "absolute bangers" that enhance the overall experience. While the soundtrack may be considered skimpy, it effectively complements the game's charming visuals and entertaining dialogue, contributing to a nostalgic retro vibe. Overall, players find the music to be a standout feature that elevates the game's appeal.
- “I was blown away by just how amazing the game's art style and presentation is, and the music is also a highlight, mainly the main theme!”
- “It's got an absolute banger soundtrack.”
- “The music and costumes feel like knock-off Power Rangers, but that's part of the reason why I'm here.”
- “Turn-based combat is all right, but can get repetitive, and writing swings between endearingly earnest and painfully corny - but it’s hard not to admire the sheer vibes: the fire soundtrack, the cheesy character arcs...”
- “The dialogue is hilarious and the music is full of sweet tunes that don't overstay their welcome.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
22%
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The graphics of the game feature a charming old-school pixel art style, utilizing a limited 8-color palette that evokes nostalgia while delivering a quirky aesthetic. While some players appreciate the retro visuals and find them colorful and engaging, others feel that the graphics can be rough and occasionally confusing. Overall, the art style is praised for its uniqueness and complements the game's fun and addictive gameplay.
- “The limited palette pixel graphics look fantastic, but there's plenty more to the game than the graphical style the name implies.”
- “I was blown away by just how amazing the game's art style and presentation is, and the music is also a highlight, mainly the main theme!”
- “Fun game with colorful graphics, story, and characters.”
- “Whomever designed the graphics mistook retro to mean ugly.”
- “Graphics are rough (as seen in the trailer) but is to be expected.”
- “Graphics are very old-school, quite pixel-y, which I like.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever and entertaining dialogue, featuring quick-witted banter and absurdist elements that evoke nostalgia for early 2000s webcomics. Players appreciate the charming characters and funny interactions, which enhance the overall enjoyment of the gameplay and story. The combination of humor with engaging combat and a lighthearted narrative makes for a delightful experience.
- “The dialogue is hilarious and the music is full of sweet tunes that don't overstay their welcome.”
- “The humor is full of funny banter and absurdist humor which, combined with the adorable cutscene art, remind me of old 2000s sprite webcomics from my childhood, something that I dearly missed.”
- “Quick-witted funny dialogue paired with interesting team combos makes this super enjoyable.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its blend of humor and heartfelt moments, evoking a range of feelings from laughter to tears. Players appreciate the wholesome relationships among the characters, particularly the positive representation of queer identities, which adds depth to the narrative. Overall, the game successfully combines comedy with emotional complexity, making for a memorable and touching experience.
- “The story mode has the perfect amount of cheesy in it, and while it definitely leans strongly into comedy, it has a few heartfelt moments.”
- “Not only that, but the relationships between the guardians and especially the positive queer representation feels so wholesome and cozy.”
- “It's got one of the most fun and silly, yet emotionally complex protagonist casts of any game, who will no doubt get laughs, smiles, and maybe even tears out of you.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character design, particularly the monster design, highlighting its creativity and appeal despite being restricted to a limited color palette of eight colors.
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that affect character growth throughout the game.”
- “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their arcs don't evolve in a satisfying way.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the absence of grinding in the game, highlighting that it avoids tedious fetch quests and battle preparation. Instead, they enjoy engaging characters, a humorous story, and strategic turn-based combat, making for a more enjoyable experience.
- “No grinding, no fetch quests, no tedious battle prep.”
- “Fun characters, amusing story, thoughtful turn-based combat, and no grinding.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is perceived as a puzzle experience masked as a JRPG, but it lacks significant replay value, making it less appealing for players seeking to revisit the game.
- “It's really a puzzle game disguised as a JRPG, and one with no replay value.”

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8-Colors Star Guardians is a role playing game.

8-Colors Star Guardians is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Web Browser, Mac OS and others.

8-Colors Star Guardians was released on September 12, 2023.

8-Colors Star Guardians was developed by der Mondhase.

8-Colors Star Guardians has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its character development.

8-Colors Star Guardians is a single player game.

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