A Blast From The Past

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A Blast From The Past is a single player action game. It was developed by Happy Cactus Games Limited and was released on March 15, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Aliens have invaded the galaxy! A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan! Travel the galaxy and destroy the waves of invading Aliens! Show …

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graphics4 positive mentions

The game is a well-polished modern remake of classic shooters like Galaga, featuring improved graphics and inventive attack patterns.
It offers a fun and addictive gameplay experience with a perfect difficulty curve, making it ideal for quick gaming sessions.
The game includes a variety of levels and additional modes, along with online leaderboards, enhancing replayability.

Some players have reported bugs that prevent the game from booting properly, leading to unplayable experiences.
There is a desire for more gameplay options, such as faster shot speeds or additional shots, to enhance the shooting mechanics.
A few players miss certain classic features from the original games, like the twin ship capture mechanic.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are consistently praised for being improved, stylish, and smooth, with many users highlighting the impressive performance at 120Hz. The combination of excellent visuals and sound contributes to a nostalgic old-school shooter experience that enhances gameplay enjoyment.
- “Incredible super smooth graphics and gameplay... I can't believe this runs at 120Hz on my Mac!”
- “The graphics and sound are excellent and it plays like a real old school shooter!”
- “Improved and stylish graphics, inventive attack patterns - really enjoyed my only game so far.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its smoothness and impressive graphics, running at 120hz on compatible systems. Players appreciate the variety of levels, each introducing unique gameplay twists, and the promise of additional modes enhances the overall experience. However, some fans miss certain mechanics from the game's inspiration.
- “There are a ton of levels, many of which offer up their own gameplay twists, and there are additional modes available, with more on the way.”
- “Incredible super smooth graphics and gameplay... I can't believe this runs at 120Hz on my Mac!”
- “While it doesn't share everything with its inspiration (personally, I miss the twin ship capture mechanic), it plays very well and looks great.”