∀kashicverse-Malicious Wake-
- November 30, 2020
- Endless-Shirafu
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique risk/reward system with a shield mechanic that allows for strategic gameplay and energy gathering.
- The art direction and sound design are exceptional, with a synchronized soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- The combat system, which incorporates fighting game inputs for special moves, adds depth and excitement to the gameplay.
- The game can be extremely punishing, with a single hit resulting in death and no extra lives available, which may frustrate some players.
- The complexity of the combat mechanics, including the fighting game inputs, can be cumbersome and lead to accidental mistakes during intense moments.
- Some players may find the scoring system mentally draining and challenging, making it difficult to enjoy the game casually.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, combining elements of bullet hell shmups with fighting game inputs, resulting in fast-paced and aggressive action. The tutorial is helpful for newcomers, and the overall experience is enhanced by quality art and music, though some players find the dialogue interruptions disruptive. While the game offers a challenging and complex experience, it remains enjoyable and is considered a good value for its price.
“It's also probably the best game for someone that's never played bullet hell shmups before: the tutorial is helpful, the gameplay is amazing, the shield is forgiving, & the music slaps.”
“Gameplay is super slick, fast-paced, aggressive, and fun as hell.”
“If you like challenging and fast gameplay, this is highly recommended; the price is a great value for the game as it is here.”
“Only complaint at the moment is how the dialogue interrupts the gameplay, forcing you to fight enemies and somehow read the dialogue at the same time.”
“Pretty fun, seems challenging and complex, not for everyone, didn't blow me away but was certainly engaging enough to keep me hammering away at the first stage trying to effectively play the game with its complex (or cumbersome if you aren't feeling it) combat and character mechanics.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its synchronization with gameplay elements, creating an immersive rave-like atmosphere. Players enjoy a diverse soundtrack ranging from cool EDM to hardcore speedcore, enhancing the overall experience. The attention to detail in the music and its integration with the game's mechanics is noted as a standout feature, making it particularly appealing for newcomers to the bullet hell genre.
“The music is great, and it overall plays like a dream.”
“It's also probably the best game for someone that's never played bullet hell shmups before: the tutorial is helpful, the gameplay is amazing, the shield is forgiving, & the music slaps.”
“This game is so synchronized with its OST that the absurd care that went into this title can't be understated.”
“This is a shmup where you do fighting game style inputs for special moves, the music and art both rule, and the level and enemy design is buckwild.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics and overall aesthetic have received high praise, with reviewers highlighting the masterful art direction and powerful sound design. The visuals are described as impressive, showcasing a diverse array of enemies and bosses, which enhances the experience of the intense bullet hell gameplay. Overall, the combination of anime-inspired graphics and dynamic mechanics contributes to a standout presentation in the genre.
“The art direction is masterful, the sound design is powerful, and the overall aesthetics are probably some of the best ever made in the genre.”
“The graphics are impressive, featuring a large variety of enemies and bosses to slay with your tools of destruction.”
“Anime extreme bullet hell + nice graphics + 10 special moves = get ready to dodge 99999 bullets while trying to shoot down enemies.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its over-the-top nature, which many players find to be genuinely hilarious.
“This game is so over the top, it's hilarious.”
“The humor is sharp and witty, making every moment enjoyable.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and absurd situations.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the optimization aspect, noting that it enhances gameplay by allowing for more strategic adjustments during runs.
“I don't really mind, because it allows for more optimization during the run.”
