AGRYOS: Recovering Eden

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AGRYOS: Recovering Eden is a single player action game. It was developed by SMU Guildhall and was released on February 11, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

AGRYOS: Recovering Eden is a third-person shooter with elements of a bullet hell where you play as Neziha, an adventurer fighting to recover the Branch of Eden from a failed space colony. Destroy hordes of robots with Neziha’s versatile arm cannon as you blast through this fallen AI-created society.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

AGRYOS: Recovering Eden is a visually impressive student project with polished graphics and engaging voice acting.
The game offers a fun and fast-paced third-person shooting experience, combining elements of bullet hell mechanics.
It's a free game that provides a short but enjoyable experience, making it accessible for casual gamers.

The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited enemy variety and a lack of depth in narrative.
The game is very short, typically completed in about 30 minutes, leaving players wanting more content.
Some technical issues, such as motion blur and audio mixing, detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
36%
7%
The gameplay is characterized by a compelling blend of third-person shooting and bullet hell mechanics, offering a polished and engaging experience despite its brevity. Players appreciate the smooth controls, fun movement mechanics, and dynamic gunplay, though some suggest the need for more crowd control options. Overall, the game delivers a satisfying and enjoyable experience, enhanced by good voice acting and a captivating narrative.
- “The fusion of third-person shooting and bullet hell mechanics creates an intense experience.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and the voice acting is surprisingly good; maybe even better than some triple-A games.”
- “With a beautiful art style and dynamic gun mechanics that are easy to learn but provide a challenge against a horde of robots!”
- “So in conclusion, the gameplay was fun, but it could use some more explosives to act as crowd suppression tools to counter the high enemy spawn count.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
12%
The graphics in "agryos: recovering eden" are praised for their quality and polish, showcasing a beautiful art style that enhances the overall appeal of the game. While the visuals are impressive and contribute positively to the experience, some reviewers note that they alone cannot compensate for shortcomings in gameplay. Overall, the game's graphics are a highlight, complemented by effective voice acting and dynamic mechanics.
- “The graphics in this game are really quite good, which at least makes the game look more appealing.”
- “It's a fun, short easy shooter, with nice graphics.”
- “With a beautiful art style and dynamic gun mechanics that are easy to learn but provide a challenge against a horde of robots!”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its stability, with users noting that it is free of bugs and runs smoothly.
- “Bug-free, nice little game.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The music in the game is generally considered satisfactory, though players express a desire for more energetic tracks and additional levels to enhance the experience. Overall, it contributes to the fun, but there is room for improvement.
- “The sound and music are mostly okay, adding to the overall experience.”
- “I wish there were more levels and more energetic/hyper music, but it's still really fun!”
- “The music is mostly okay, but it lacks variety and becomes repetitive quickly.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the overall music experience is underwhelming.”
- “The soundtrack feels generic and fails to enhance the gameplay experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game's story is generally considered short and enjoyable, featuring humorous dialogue and engaging mechanics; however, it suffers from a lack of variation, as repetitive arena battles with limited enemy types diminish its overall narrative significance.
- “The enjoyable third-person shooter features a short story, funny comments from the characters, and enjoyable AI battles to experience.”
- “A short and sweet arena shooter with a nice story and fun movement mechanics.”
- “There is a severe lack of variation; the entirety of the game revolves around repetitive arena battles with the same three enemies over and over again, essentially making the plot irrelevant.”
- “The story feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved and characters underdeveloped.”
- “Despite the potential for an intriguing narrative, the execution is lackluster, resulting in a forgettable experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has been criticized as lacking effectiveness, with users expressing disappointment in its performance.
- “Optimization is lacking and feels rushed.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering due to optimization issues.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional experience of the game to be deeply impactful, often leading to difficult decisions that evoke strong feelings. Despite the challenges, many ultimately recommend the game for its ability to resonate on an emotional level.
- “In the choice between two alternatives, I faced a heart-wrenching decision: to recommend or not recommend this game. Ultimately, I chose to recommend it.”
- “This game took me on an emotional rollercoaster, making me feel deeply connected to the characters and their struggles.”
- “The story's emotional depth left a lasting impact on me, evoking feelings of joy, sadness, and everything in between.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by witty commentary from the narrator and amusing interactions during AI battles, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience in this third-person shooter.
- “The enjoyable third-person shooter features a short story filled with funny comments from the characters, making the AI battles even more entertaining.”
- “The humor in the game is spot-on, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout the gameplay.”
- “I love how the game blends action with humor, creating a fun atmosphere that makes every encounter memorable.”