Air Guardians
- January 28, 2015
- Lazy Bum Games
Get on Steam"Air Guardians" is a flight combat game set in a futuristic world where a world government threatens global power. Players control an advanced fighter craft and engage in epic spaceship battles, nighttime base raids, and orbital shipyard assaults. With simple controls and immersive cutscenes, the game offers an intense, engaging experience for players of all skill levels. Realistic ground environments and detailed spaceship models further enhance the game's visual appeal.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and simple arcade-style flying experience, reminiscent of classic flight sims.
- Graphics and sound effects are decent for the price, providing an enjoyable atmosphere during gameplay.
- Despite its short length, the game can be entertaining for casual play, especially for fans of air combat.
- The game suffers from poor control options, making it difficult to play with keyboard and mouse, and joystick support is inconsistent.
- Content is limited, with only six short missions and a lack of variety in gameplay, leading to a repetitive experience.
- Many players found the game to be unpolished, with issues such as bad AI, lack of story, and frustrating default controls.
- story70 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and poorly executed, with many reviewers noting that it lacks depth and coherence. With only six short missions that can be completed in under an hour, players express a desire for more content, including additional missions and a more engaging narrative. Overall, while some enjoy the gameplay mechanics, the story is considered a weak point, often described as almost nonexistent or mediocre.
“The only con I really have to this excellent game is the lack of multiplayer or skirmish mode; it would help keep players engaged in the game besides having to replay the same story missions over and over (don't misunderstand as a bad thing, the story is enjoyable, especially the one involving us attacking bombers).”
“There is only the hint of a story, but the combat is good fun for the hour or so the game lasts and a fair trade for the price of admission.”
“In some missions, there was almost a feeling of being part of an action-packed dogfight.”
“Little to no story.”
“Voice acting was horrible, and there is essentially no story.”
“"Story" narration and general writing of dialogue for the short video sequences was outright horrible, and ultimately almost nonexistent.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as average to decent, with some reviewers noting that they run well on low-end systems. While the landscapes and textures are appreciated, the overall quality is considered dated, and there is a lack of variety due to reused character models across missions. Some players find the graphics satisfactory for the gameplay experience, despite the absence of customization options.
“Decent graphics - runs very well on a low-level laptop or PC... I would know...”
“Pretty good landscape/background/ground textures/graphics actually.”
“I am happily content with the graphics; now extreme reviewers would say that it's horrible, yet they forget the fun experience the game still offers.”
“Graphics are obviously overall pretty dated but clearly some love was put into them.”
“The graphics are of a poor quality.”
“There are no in-game options or graphics settings.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as fun and easy to master, offering quick enjoyment typical of arcade flight simulators, with solid graphics and fluid mechanics. However, control issues, particularly with mouse inversion and controller compatibility, hinder the overall experience, leaving some players frustrated and unable to fully engage with the game. Despite these drawbacks, there is potential for a more enjoyable experience if the control problems are resolved.
“The arcade mechanics are on par with similar flight sims as well as graphics.”
“The gameplay is very simple and easy to master, which provides a quick, short time enjoyment for which the game was obviously made.”
“The models are surprisingly well done, the terrain is decent for a flight sim, the animation is good, and the mechanics are fluid overall.”
“I even tried sakasamouse to invert my mouse, and when I was finally able to navigate the menu with my inverted mouse, I found that the gameplay's mouse was not inverted.”
“Fine gameplay, but you simply cannot play it with a controller.”
“I am certain there is a good game in there, and I would love to be able to review the actual gameplay, but I cannot control my craft, so what is the point?”
- replayability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is considered low, with many users noting that it can become repetitive quickly. Ratings for replay value are consistently low, often cited as 1/10, indicating limited incentive to revisit the game.
“The game offers incredible replayability with multiple endings and diverse character paths.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and choices that significantly impact the story.”
“I love how the game encourages you to try different strategies, making every run unique and engaging.”
“Replayability really isn't all that good and the game can become very repetitive very quickly.”
“Replay value 1/10”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered average, with no standout elements that particularly enhance the overall experience.
“Music - average.”
“Music - average.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is heightened by the intense sound design, with bullets and missiles creating a chaotic and immersive battle environment. This auditory experience significantly contributes to the overall sense of urgency and excitement during gameplay.
“The sound of the bullets and missiles whizzing by your craft, or impacting into your craft, adds to the atmospheric frenzy of battle.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally praised, with users reporting solid performance throughout.
“The game's performance is solid.”
“The game's performance is solid.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is considered fair, with a reasonable price of $2.99, and users appreciate that it offers a quality experience without feeling like a cash grab. Players recommend it for those who enjoy well-crafted, quick indie games.
“The monetization feels excessive, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game items that should be unlockable through gameplay.”
“I appreciate the game, but the aggressive monetization tactics really detract from the overall experience.”
“It's frustrating to see a game that could be great but is bogged down by its focus on making money rather than providing a fun experience.”
