AFTERBLAST

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AFTERBLAST is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Lumino Games and was released on November 26, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

AFTERBLAST is an action-packed game featuring solo and co-op multiplayer modes where players hunt powerful Evil Gods to save their home planet. Explore two distinct game modes: dive deep into dangerous realms to defeat gods or hold out on large maps against invading forces. Utilize magic equipment, chain hook finishers, and teamwork to conquer hordes of monsters and challenging bosses.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game has a solid foundation for a co-op roguelike shooter, with fluid gunplay and meaningful progression.
Great movement mechanics and visuals, making the gameplay feel fast-paced and engaging.
The developers are responsive to feedback and actively working on updates, showing potential for future improvements.

The game suffers from a lack of content and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay experiences.
There are significant bugs and balancing issues, particularly in co-op mode, which can hinder the overall experience.
The sound design and weapon feedback are lacking, making combat feel less impactful and satisfying.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally regarded as solid and enjoyable, featuring fast-paced mechanics and engaging boss fights, though it suffers from a lack of depth and polish. Players appreciate the innovative grappling hook physics and smooth movement, but many note the need for balancing and additional content to enhance replayability. Overall, while the core gameplay loop is fun and promising, it requires further refinement to reach its full potential.
- “This game has the potential to be amazing, and the base gameplay is solid; it just needs a bit of polish and balancing.”
- “The moment-to-moment gameplay is fast, satisfying, and endlessly replayable.”
- “Firstly, the gameplay was smooth, I loved the boss fights, and the build possibilities kept me hooked for a 9-hour session.”
- “The game lacks gameplay depth.”
- “The gameplay feels decent and the game's graphics are good as well, but the first boss you fight in map 1 has an invincibility phase after you get rid of its first health bar, which makes this game become a bullet hell quite quickly.”
- “There is a lot of polishing to be done; some bug fixing, UI improvements, and gameplay balancing are definitely needed.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, with many users noting that they are impressive even on lower settings. The visuals are described as gorgeous and atmospheric, contributing positively to the overall experience, although some critiques suggest a lack of depth in the game's design. Overall, while the graphics are a strong point, opinions vary on the game's overall execution and artistic integrity.
- “The graphics are gorgeous and the bosses are unique.”
- “The sound design hits hard, the visuals are crisp and atmospheric, and the game’s OST is absolute chef’s kiss during high-intensity fights.”
- “The movement, combat, item selection, graphics, and performance are all in a pretty good place already, and will get even better with time.”
- “Game has a neat aesthetic and, like in theory, I guess it could have potential, but if I'm being honest, it just feels like a cheap asset-made game with no real love, or at least no skill put into it.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's grinding system is well-developed and enjoyable, offering fun mechanics and rewarding item pickups reminiscent of roguelike runs. While players appreciate the value for time spent, some express concerns about excessive grinding, hoping for improvements through meta progression. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as both engaging and potentially frustrating.
- “Game is grindy, fun, and has cool items and pickups similar to ROR runs!”
- “So far I've already got 13 hours from a tenner, so I'm happy, but definitely giving it a week or two of more fixes before I do more runs/grinding!”
- “Maybe this improves as you make meta progression, but why torture us just for the sake of grinding?”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally solid, with users reporting no significant bugs. However, some optimization issues were noted on high-end hardware (3080) at 4K resolution, while performance improves at 1440p. The movement, combat, item selection, and graphics are well-implemented and expected to improve further over time.
- “Didn't run into any bugs; slight optimization problems on a 3080 at 4K, but fine at 1440p.”
- “The movement, combat, item selection, graphics, and performance are all in a pretty good place already, and will get even better with time.”
- “I didn't run into any bugs, but there are slight optimization problems on a 3080 at 4K; it runs fine at 1440p.”
- “The game struggles with optimization, especially on higher settings, leading to noticeable frame drops.”
- “Even with a powerful setup, the optimization issues make the gameplay experience less enjoyable.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while the original soundtrack is praised for enhancing high-intensity moments, some players feel that the overall sound design, including music and sound effects, lacks clarity and impact, leading to confusion during gameplay.
- “The sound design hits hard, the visuals are crisp and atmospheric, and the game’s OST is an absolute chef’s kiss during high-intensity fights.”
- “Needs better music to kill to”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a robust grinding system that enhances character development, allowing players to effectively progress and evolve their characters throughout the gameplay.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to truly connect with their avatars.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful.”
- “The progression system is not only rewarding but also enriches the overall narrative experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is currently affected by bugs and glitches, which are typical for a newly released title. Players believe these issues will be resolved over time, provided they are reported.
- “Bugs and glitches are to be expected for a 3-day-old game and will eventually work themselves out as long as they're reported.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered several game-breaking bugs that ruined my experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and purpose, with players feeling that it offers no meaningful narrative or motivation to engage with the gameplay. Many reviewers express a desire for a more structured plot or tutorial to enhance the overall experience.
- “You just sort of appear in a game and shoot stuff, and there's no story, purpose, or meaning to any of it.”
- “Is this a story or just a tutorial?”
- “It just needs a plot to give me a reason to play and some extra polish.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by clever wordplay and unexpected twists, such as the amusing upgrade description "100% damage upgraded to 100% damage," which effectively elicits laughter from players.
- “100% damage upgraded to 100% damage made me laugh.”
- “It was genuinely funny.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the moment-to-moment gameplay to be fast and satisfying, contributing to a high level of replayability that keeps them engaged.
- “The moment-to-moment gameplay is fast, satisfying, and endlessly replayable.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impactful sound design, sharp visuals, and an outstanding original soundtrack that elevates the intensity of combat scenarios.
- “The sound design hits hard, the visuals are crisp and atmospheric, and the game’s OST is absolutely chef’s kiss during high-intensity fights.”