Alien Attack
- February 25, 2017
- Alien Jellyfish
Get on Steam"Alien Attack: Alien Jellyfish" is a top-down shooter game where players defend against an alien invasion. The game features various weapons, power-ups, and different alien types with unique abilities. Players must navigate through levels, defeating enemies and bosses to progress. The game supports single-player and local co-op modes for up to 4 players.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun and simplistic time-killer, perfect for quick sessions or longer play.
- It features a variety of unlockable color palettes, enhancing customization and visual appeal.
- The gameplay is reminiscent of classic arcade shooters, providing a nostalgic experience for players.
- The game heavily relies on RNG for power-ups, making progression feel inconsistent and frustrating.
- Controls can be difficult to master, leading to a steep learning curve and potential frustration.
- The game is relatively short, with a full run taking only about 10-15 minutes, which may leave players wanting more.
- graphics22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a smooth, pixelated arcade style reminiscent of 90s games, enhanced by vibrant neon colors and customizable palettes that evoke nostalgia. Reviewers appreciate the clean pixel art and unique visual elements, noting that the graphics are impressive given the low system requirements. Overall, the art style contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“The graphics are the same as in the video, clean pixel art with a neon flare.”
“What really astonished me about the game is how the developers managed to create such impressive graphics with such low system requirements.”
“I absolutely love the visuals of the game, especially with the variety of palettes.”
“Asteroids clone with CGA graphics.”
“The graphics are simple, but in general look very nicely.”
“It has unique graphics like outlined illuminated spaceships in pink neon or blue.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its arcade pixelated style, featuring smoother graphics and customizable palettes that enhance the visual experience. Players engage in a scoring system based on points, kills, and deaths, with a rewarding challenge in reaching higher scores, particularly 1000 points. However, the gameplay is heavily influenced by RNG, as the difficulty of early enemy waves and the availability of power-ups can significantly affect progression, leading to inconsistent experiences.
“As I mentioned in the paragraphs, it is an arcade pixelated styled game. The pixels are smoother and have some resolution to them. With the use of palettes, you can change the visuals of the menu and the gameplay.”
“I liked the challenge of reaching 1000 points; it was truly rewarding, and I wish to see more of that in the game.”
“The gameplay is strongly RNG-oriented, as the first few waves of enemies determine whether it will be super hard or super easy to progress to the next level, depending on the power-ups you receive.”
“There is one problem regarding the gameplay, and that is the fact that the first few waves of enemies decide whether it's going to be super hard or super easy to get to the next level because a lot of things depend on which power-ups you get, so it really is a strongly RNG-oriented game.”
“As I mentioned in the paragraphs, it is an arcade pixelated styled game. The pixels are smoother and have some resolution to them, but the gameplay can feel inconsistent.”
“Of course, it was got; most of the scores relate to the type of score you achieve in the gameplay, like 50 to 1000 points, while the rest is based on how many kills you get and how many times you die. I liked the challenge of reaching 1000 points, but I wished to see more of that in the game.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story revolves around a space trooper who, after being accidentally left behind during a mission, faces relentless waves of alien attacks. It emphasizes themes of perseverance and resilience, highlighting that one should not give up in the face of adversity, as the outcome can lead to unexpected opportunities.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Left behind accidentally, alone after ending a cleaning mission with your crew, you take on the role of a space trooper, facing waves upon waves of aliens who desperately try to end you.”
“He tries it out on one of the new special missions involving an alien attack in space that includes an assault on the home planet of the aliens, but the Earth team fails.”
“Left behind accidentally, alone after ending a cleaning mission with your crew, you take on the role of a space trooper, only to be attacked by waves and waves of aliens who desperately try to end you.”
“He tries it out on one of the new special missions involving an alien attack in space that requires attacking the home planet of the aliens, but the Earth team fails.”
“The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player, making it feel more like a series of disconnected events rather than a cohesive narrative.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to create a relaxing yet exhilarating atmosphere, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Players appreciate how the music complements the gameplay, particularly during intense moments, making it memorable and enjoyable. The unique soundtracks contribute significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Maybe it was the music accelerating as you keep destroying them, maybe it was the amount of fun you had with your friends, or maybe it was the adrenaline kicking in while desperately trying to get the last one; it was 1978 and the game was Space Invaders.”
“When the game was named Zvezdoliotik, it was unique. I loved the music, and I adored the art style.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a stable experience with minimal glitches or bugs, although a specific issue occurs during the third boss fight where enemies do not disappear until the boss begins its attack.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for game farming, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression. This aspect is often seen as a rewarding experience for those who enjoy repetitive tasks to enhance their gameplay.
