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WISHLIST THE FULL GAME About the Game This is the free prelude version of Mega City Police, Retrowave Skill-Based Action Roguelike inspired by truly old-school action movies. Prelude version Includes first 2 levels and 4 playable police officers of the full version. Hello, Officer. Mega City needs your services. Are you ready to uphold the law? The crime is out of control, the streets are not…

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

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

Reviews

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 224 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

The game features a fun and challenging gameplay experience with a nostalgic retro aesthetic and a great soundtrack.
Players appreciate the variety of weapons and unique character abilities, which add depth to the gameplay.
The procedurally generated levels and high replayability keep players engaged and coming back for more.

Many players find the game to be overly difficult and unbalanced, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The controls and camera movement have been criticized for being clunky and causing motion sickness for some players.
There is a lack of narrative and depth in the gameplay, making it feel repetitive and generic compared to similar titles.

gameplay
39 mentions
38 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, skill-based combat that offers a mix of challenge and fun, enhanced by retro-inspired pixel art and synthwave music. While many players appreciate the engaging mechanics and variety of weapons, some express a desire for more finesse and creativity in gameplay elements. Overall, the game provides a solid foundation with potential for high replayability, though some mechanical issues and balance concerns have been noted.
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and challenging, with a strong emphasis on skill-based combat.”
- “The game features hardcore gameplay with tons of weapons and upgrades, challenging levels that require quick reactions and tactical thinking, and a pixel art visual style inspired by 80s and 90s action movies and video games.”
- “It's got everything you could want in a game: hardcore gameplay, unique characters, nostalgic visuals, and high replayability.”
- “I’m going to say that I didn’t feel the urge to replay this game multiple times, but if you like the gameplay loop, you could do it for as long as you like.”
- “Gameplay is basically get to an area, shoot, kill, rinse and repeat until the boss, then do the same thing in the next level.”
- “- I complained about a lack of gameplay usability and balance for characters beyond the rookie character; the cyborg in particular felt unusable in hard mode.”
graphics
30 mentions
60 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the modern pixel art style and retro aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for 80s and 90s action games. While some players appreciate the vibrant visuals and engaging art direction, others find the graphics lacking in detail or too simplistic, with occasional performance issues noted. Overall, the combination of appealing visuals and solid gameplay contributes to a positive reception, despite some criticisms regarding balance and execution.
- “Awesome game with great graphics.”
- “Mega City Police: Prelude is an excellent action-packed game with a great storyline, stunning graphics, and exciting gameplay.”
- “The game has great graphics and gameplay mechanics that make it easy to get immersed in the world of Mega City.”
- “The graphics are just a bit too dialed down for my liking.”
- “Music is good, concept is good, gameplay, execution, and art style is at best lacking.”
- “- the visuals are giving me a headache.”
music
29 mentions
52 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its retro-inspired synth wave soundtrack that perfectly complements the gameplay and aesthetic. Players appreciate the nostalgic vibes and the ability to unlock additional tracks, although some have suggested improvements for music management during play. Overall, the soundtrack is described as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, making it a significant draw for fans of the genre.
- “Pure retro vibes with solid gameplay and great pixel art graphics and synth wave music.”
- “The game is a ton of fun for anyone who likes top-down shooters with some difficulty. The music is amazing and just really is the icing on the cake. The prologue is a blast; I can't wait for the full game. I could listen to the soundtrack for hours.”
- “The mixture of simple gameplay, pixel graphics, exciting story, and atmospheric soundtrack gives you a feeling of colossal buzz from your time spent in the game.”
- “The game needs to give me the ability to change the music on the fly; there's an emphasis on unlocking tracks for the game, and it would be good to be able to pause the game and use a walkman to listen to those tracks while playing.”
- “Switching music on the TV doesn't feel logical.”
- “The soundtrack is bad-ass with this one!”
story
14 mentions
21 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The story in "Mega City Police: Prelude" is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many reviewers noting that it revolves around a simplistic premise of "killing all the baddies" without substantial narrative elements or character development. While some players appreciate the game's action and open-world design, they also highlight the absence of a cohesive storyline, making it feel more like a series of missions rather than a compelling narrative experience. Overall, the game offers minimal storytelling, relying instead on gameplay mechanics and atmosphere.
- “Mega City Police: Prelude is an excellent action-packed game with a great storyline, stunning graphics, and exciting gameplay.”
- “The mixture of simple gameplay, pixel graphics, exciting story, and atmospheric soundtrack gives you a feeling of colossal buzz from your time spent in the game.”
- “The storyline is well-crafted and keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
- “There is zero story and no easter eggs beyond the characters and the cars.”
- “Also, there's no story...you're just a random cop shooting random enemies in some random warehouse for no apparent reason.”
- “- lack of any storytelling/narrative.”
replayability
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to its procedurally generated levels, which ensure unique experiences in each playthrough, and a robust progression system that adds depth. Players appreciate the combination of hardcore gameplay, unique characters, and nostalgic visuals, all contributing to its engaging replay value.
- “The game has high replayability, a robust progression system, and procedurally generated levels that ensure that no two playthroughs are the same.”
- “It's got everything you could want in a game: hardcore gameplay, unique characters, nostalgic visuals, and high replayability.”
- “The procedurally generated levels ensure that no two playthroughs are the same, and the robust progression system adds a layer of depth and replayability that keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Does it have replay value?”
- “The replayability.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere effectively immerses players in a gritty world reminiscent of a real-life robocop scenario, enhanced by well-designed NPCs and a captivating soundtrack. The combination of simple gameplay, pixel graphics, and an engaging story contributes to a thrilling experience that resonates with players.
- “The atmosphere of criminal areas and police stations makes you feel like you are in the shoes of a real Robocop.”
- “The mixture of simple gameplay, pixel graphics, an exciting story, and an atmospheric soundtrack gives you a feeling of colossal buzz from your time spent in the game.”
- “The atmosphere of criminal areas and police stations makes you feel like you are in the place of a real Robocop.”
- “The NPCs are well-designed and add to the overall atmosphere of the game.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as unexpectedly entertaining, with players finding it amusing despite initial misconceptions about its theme, such as the misleading Robocop cover. The clever wordplay, like the humorous spelling of "Nuclear Throne II," adds to the overall comedic experience.
- “The Robocop-esque cover drew me in, 'Oh cool, a Robocop game?' Just to find out, no, not really... but it is hilarious.”
- “That's a funny way to spell 'Nuclear Throne II,' but okay!”