A Shooty Bit
- February 20, 2017
- FROG
Get on SteamBULLET-BASED ROUGELITE ACTION: Refined arcade impulsiveness and modern sensibilities have come together in a visceral way. Clamber aboard the MODEL I and blast through hordes of enemies -- each dead-set on destruction.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fast-paced and addictive, providing a unique movement system that keeps players engaged.
- It offers a nostalgic old-school scrolling experience with modern mechanics, making it enjoyable for both new and veteran players.
- At a low price point, the game delivers great value, making it accessible and worth the investment.
- Movement controls can be frustrating, requiring constant tapping to navigate, which can feel tedious.
- The screen shake effect when monsters die can lead to discomfort, causing headaches and nausea for some players.
- Players may not feel a sense of progression, as enemies seem to become more challenging despite power-ups.
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game to be excessively tedious, often feeling like they are stuck in a repetitive cycle of constant tapping without meaningful progression.
“Damn too far... I spent the entire game constantly tap-tap-tap; that's tedious.”
“Tedious.”
“Damn too far... I spent the entire game constantly tap-tap-tap; that's tedious.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that allows players to feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as a blend of classic old-school scrolling mechanics infused with modern elements, creating a nostalgic yet fresh experience for players.
“A true old school scroller with some new school mechanics.”
