Abstractanoid

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Abstractanoid is a retro-style space shooter game with 50 levels of asteroid battles against durable alien forces. The game features an epic chiptune soundtrack, sound effects, and a level editor for creating custom battlegrounds. Your mission is to save mankind by bouncing asteroids off your spaceship, proving you are the one who can turn the tide of the battle.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic retro style with enjoyable chiptune music and satisfying sound effects.
It offers a decent amount of content with 50 levels and a level editor for custom gameplay.
The humorous and sarcastic comments during gameplay add a fun element to the experience.

The gameplay is slow and repetitive, with many reviewers noting the ball moves too slowly and lacks challenge.
There are significant issues with hit detection and collision, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game feels incomplete and lacks depth, with many players suggesting it could benefit from more power-ups and varied backgrounds.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
38%
13%
The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging chiptune style and relaxing quality, contributing positively to the overall experience. While some players note that the soundtrack can become repetitive, the variety and charm of the sound effects and menu music enhance the retro arcade feel. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, with many reviewers rating it highly.
- “The game features quite a lot of levels, very good chiptune music, and satisfying sound effects and graphics.”
- “All in all, 9/10 for me; the music was nice and relaxing.”
- “Amazing soundtrack as well!”
- “The soundtrack gets repetitive fast.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay of "Abstractanoid" is generally fluid and easy to master, relying on simple mouse controls and a single keyboard button, which caters to speedrunners. However, players have reported several issues, including hitbox problems, occasional ball glitches, and a lack of customization options, which detract from the overall experience. While the game features a variety of levels and power-ups, some users find the retro graphics and gameplay pace to be uninspiring.
- “The gameplay is fluid, and the only bug I've found is that sometimes the ball randomly pierces through blocks when fast-forwarding.”
- “Based on a famous arcade game, 'Abstractanoid' is an Arkanoid-inspired retro-styled game, somewhat different from the original in terms of visuals and mechanics. The story tells of an alien invasion on mankind, where the player is tasked with repelling this threat by launching and ricocheting asteroids. It features a surprising amount of 50 levels, each with its own difficulty setting and 3 lives to help you.”
- “The controls are easy to master, relying on your mouse with the flexibility of your wrist and just one keyboard button, which speeds up gameplay for speedrunners. The game has its own power-up system with upgrades like 'Power Ball', 'Energy Shot', and 'One More Life', as well as downgrades to increase difficulty, such as 'Small Bat' and 'One Less Life'. Each of these can be encountered randomly throughout the levels.”
- “Too many problems that I encountered during my gameplay of this game. First off, there seems to be a problem with hitboxes, both on the platform that you are using and the enemies. The game seems to not register, and the ball goes through the enemies. The same happens with the power-ups where it goes through the platform when you press the spacebar. Second off, there's a slight chance that the ball gets stuck on the edge of the boundaries of the level; it's slim, but it can happen. Third off and last, there's a small issue with the Steam overlay. Maybe it's on my computer, but nevertheless, I wouldn't consider it a big issue.”
- “Lazy retro pixel graphics accompany the lack of video and control customization, and it's all tied up with slow, boring gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fluid, but the only bug I've found is that sometimes the ball randomly pierces through blocks when fast-forwarding.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics of "abstractanoid" are characterized by retro pixel art that evokes a classic arcade feel, enhanced by vibrant colors and varied enemy designs. While some players appreciate the nostalgic visuals and the game's overall aesthetic, others criticize the graphics as lazy and feel that they contribute to a lack of engagement in gameplay. Overall, the visuals are a mixed bag, appealing to fans of retro styles but potentially disappointing for those seeking modern polish.
- “The game features quite a lot of levels, very good chiptune music, and satisfying sound effects and graphics.”
- “As I mentioned in the beginning, the retro visuals in this game have the actual feel of an arcade game. The variety of colors in the different classes of enemy spaceships looks cool, and there are several different designs of enemies that randomly generate when the level starts. It's great to see such variety.”
- “Based on a famous arcade game, 'Abstractanoid' is an Arkanoid-inspired retro-styled game that stands out with its unique visuals and mechanics. The story of an alien invasion adds depth to the experience.”
- “Lazy retro pixel graphics accompany the lack of video and control customization, and it's all tied up with slow, boring gameplay.”
- “The retro visuals in this game have the actual feel of an arcade game, but some of the music tracks might not give away that feeling at first.”
- “The graphics are somewhat different from the original game, lacking the polish and detail that modern players might expect.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The story of "Abstractanoid" revolves around a company facing shutdown due to environmental concerns, which leads to a desperate experiment as an alien mothership threatens Earth. Players must repel the invasion by launching and ricocheting asteroids in a retro-styled arcade format, navigating through 50 levels of escalating difficulty. The narrative cleverly intertwines themes of environmentalism and survival against an extraterrestrial threat.
- “The story tells of an alien invasion on mankind, where the player is tasked to repel such a threat by launching and ricocheting asteroids, featuring a surprising amount of 50 levels with different difficulty settings and 3 lives to help you.”
- “It is an honor to be gifted by your presence in these dark times since those space environmentalists are trying to shut down our company due to space pollution. Unfortunately, I have to give them credit since this company is going to shut down... we still have some months before this place closes, so we decided to use the rest of the funds on this little experiment to change their minds.”
- “The story is convoluted and lacks coherence, making it difficult to engage with the characters or the plot.”
- “The narrative feels like an afterthought, overshadowed by the gameplay mechanics, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “Despite the interesting premise of an alien invasion, the execution is poor, leaving players feeling disconnected from the storyline.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by clever and amusing text snippets that appear upon winning or dying, featuring both witty references and outright funny lines that enhance the overall experience.
- “The little texts when you win or die are well thought out; some of them are references, and some are just downright funny.”
- “The humor in the game is spot on, with clever jokes that keep you laughing even during intense moments.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and hilarious situations that make every playthrough enjoyable.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported a range of errors, glitches, and bugs that impact the overall stability of the game. Many players have experienced frequent crashes and performance issues, suggesting that stability remains a significant concern. Overall, the game's stability appears to require further improvement to enhance the user experience.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional response to the game is overwhelmingly negative, with players expressing frustration and disappointment to the point of tears.