Aegis
- October 6, 2016
- Innuendo Squad Studios
Get on Steam"Aegis is a 2D mech action shooter where you defend a settlement in a frozen wasteland, gathering resources to build an Atmospheric Cleansing Unit. Customize your ATEX Battlesuit to fit your playstyle, battle diversely equipped enemies, and scavenge for rare items and powerful weaponry in enemy bases. An armor penetration system and diverse item selection add strategic depth to combat, set to a soundtrack by Jim Hall."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a cool concept with a unique setting and an engaging story about survival and resource management.
- The soundtrack and ambience effectively create a sense of loneliness and tension during combat encounters.
- At a low price point, the game offers a niche experience that some players find enjoyable, especially those new to the genre.
- The controls are clunky and frustrating, making it difficult to navigate and engage in combat effectively.
- The game suffers from poor visual clarity, making it hard to distinguish important elements from the environment.
- Many players find the gameplay loop boring and tedious, with a lack of meaningful progression and frequent deaths due to overwhelming enemy attacks.
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have been criticized for being unclear and confusing, with some players struggling to distinguish important elements from background clutter. This lack of visual clarity has led to frustration, prompting players to seek help in forums to navigate the game effectively.
“The graphics are absolutely stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the game world to life.”
“The environments are beautifully rendered, making exploration a visual delight.”
“Character models are impressively detailed, adding depth and realism to the gameplay experience.”
“I don't really care much about graphics, but when I can't tell the difference between what's apparently the only important part of your base and some decorative grey smear on the floor, to the point where I had to quit the game and look in the forums for where my base was supposed to be, there's a problem.”
“The graphics are so poor that it detracts from the overall experience, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
“The character models look outdated and lack detail, which makes it hard to connect with them during gameplay.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game features an engaging 80's synthwave vibe that enhances the overall atmosphere, with the soundtrack effectively reflecting the game's themes and ambiance. Many players appreciate the original soundtrack, often opting to purchase it separately.
“Oh, I also purchased the OST and love the 80's synthwave vibe to it!”
“The soundtrack and the ambience in the game reflect the stark reality.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with menu interactions that can lead to freezing and necessitate restarting tasks. The interface design complicates these interactions, contributing to frustration and interruptions in gameplay.
“Plus, you have to do things like move parts you don't need into the 'recycle' box and click the recycle button, but the 'show info' button is larger than it looks, while the actual item button is smaller. If you don't click and drag to the exact right place, the whole menu freezes, forcing you to abort, recover your drone, send your drone back out, and then restart the process all over again.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features engaging top-down mecha combat complemented by a decent storyline that adds depth to the overall experience.
“This is fun top-down mecha combat with a decent story behind it.”
“The narrative is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay experience.”
“I was captivated by the storyline and how it intertwined with the characters.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its frustrating core loop, which complicates movement and makes combat challenging.
“The core gameplay loop makes it annoying to move and even harder to fight!”
“The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, which ruins the overall experience.”
“The combat mechanics are frustratingly simplistic, leading to repetitive encounters.”
