Alien Rampage

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Alien Rampage is a single player arcade platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Inner Circle Creations and was released on October 11, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Alien Rampagne is a 2D side-scroller with large animated sprites and multiple layers of parallaxing backgrounds. You are a lone angry alien dude with a bad attitude. You crash landed on an inhospitable planet, and thus you set out to get back to a ship so you can leave this horrible place. To make it, you'll blast hundreds upon hundreds of nasty creatures, enemy bounty hunters, and you'll use some…

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Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The graphics are impressive and maintain a unique style that adds character to the game.
The gameplay offers a challenging experience with a variety of enemies and weapons, appealing to fans of retro platformers.
The game successfully creates a nostalgic atmosphere, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate classic 90s side-scrolling shooters.

The game lacks a soundtrack, which some players find disappointing, although others appreciate the absence of music.
There are significant issues with clarity in some objects and unbalanced difficulty levels, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game has not been modernized for current gaming standards, resulting in technical limitations such as poor resolution support and outdated controls.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their originality and aesthetic appeal, with many reviewers noting that they stand out even by today's standards. However, some criticisms include dated controls and performance issues due to emulation, as well as a lack of resolution options. Overall, while the visuals contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere and character, they can also lead to gameplay challenges, such as oversized sprites making it difficult to avoid enemy hits.
- “The best thing about this game are the graphics, the originality of the enemies and the levels.”
- “The fact that the game doesn't have music isn't that big of a deal; along with the completely insane visuals and sounds, it creates an unusual atmosphere, which might be better than having some ordinary metal music that can get annoying after dying a few times in a level.”
- “For its time, the graphics of the game look gorgeous, even by today's standards.”
- “It has a dated control scheme, dated graphics, and runs poorly due to the DOSBox emulation.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “For its time, the graphics of the game look gorgeous, even by today's standards, but sadly I failed to finish even the first mission. After 25 minutes of not being able to get past a part, I decided to give up.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game notably lacks a soundtrack, which some players view as a disadvantage, while others appreciate the absence of music, suggesting it enhances the unique atmosphere created by the visuals and sounds. Many reviewers feel that the absence of traditional music, such as heavy metal, is preferable to potentially annoying tracks that could detract from the gameplay experience. Overall, the consensus is mixed, with some players disappointed by the lack of music, while others find it beneficial.
- “The fact that the game doesn't have music isn't that big of a deal; along with the completely insane visuals and sounds, it creates an unusual atmosphere. It might be better than having some ordinary metal music, which can get annoying after dying a few times in a level.”
- “There is no music, and to quote every single video game reviewer in modern times, 'and that's a good thing!' Seriously though, I just opened up some heavy metal instrumental music in the background, and it worked out perfectly.”
- “The absence of music allows the insane visuals and sounds to create a unique atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The biggest disadvantages of the game are the absence of a soundtrack, the lack of clarity of some objects (such as vines, platforms), and unbalanced difficulty levels.”
- “The lack of music is also a disappointment.”
- “There is no music, and to quote every single video game reviewer in modern times, 'and that’s a good thing!' Seriously though, I just opened up some heavy metal instrumental music in the background and it worked out perfectly.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story is perceived as a mere backdrop for gameplay, primarily focused on combat against bugs. While some players appreciate the game's graphics, others struggle with its difficulty, leading to frustration and abandonment of the game early on.
- “The story is just an excuse to kill bugs.”
- “For its time, the graphics of the game look gorgeous, even by today's standards, but sadly I failed to finish even the first mission. After 25 minutes of not being able to get past a part, I decided to give up. I did the thumbs up thing because the game is probably awesome; I am just too stupid for it.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is characterized by notable flaws, yet fans of classic computer platformers may overlook these issues. The strongest element lies in its exploratory mechanics, where players engage in tasks like hitting switches, finding keys, and rescuing enslaved aliens to progress through levels.
- “The exploratory elements are the strongest aspect of gameplay: you'll go from hitting switches to finding keys to saving enslaved aliens that help you until you reach the stage exit.”
- “Gameplay is super flawed but, again, if you like computer platformers of the time, you'll be able to forgive some shortcomings.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The pacing is off, with long stretches of dull gameplay that make it difficult to maintain interest.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being old and buggy, with users reporting sprite glitches that were not present in the original version. Overall, it appears to be considered unreliable and not worth the investment of time.
- “Old and buggy, not worth your time.”
- “I've found a couple of sprite glitches that weren't present in the original disc, which I still own and checked.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's lack of music is offset by its striking visuals and unique sound design, contributing to an unusual atmosphere that some players find preferable to traditional metal soundtracks, especially during repetitive gameplay.
- “The game doesn't have music, but the completely insane visuals and sounds create an unusual atmosphere that might be better than having some ordinary metal music, which can get annoying after dying a few times in a level.”
- “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and unengaging.”
- “The absence of ambient sounds leaves the environment feeling empty and lifeless.”
- “While the visuals are striking, they don't contribute to a compelling atmosphere, resulting in a disconnect from the game's narrative.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and widescreen monitors, which results in subpar performance on contemporary gaming PCs.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing frustration over the release of outdated abandonware on platforms like Steam without any modernization, effectively charging players again for titles they may already own.
- “While DOSBox is a fine tool for those seeking retro gaming, it's not really appropriate for ancient abandonware like this to be dumped on Steam without any modernization. This feels like a greedy cash grab from developers trying to get your money for dead software; they want you to pay for a game you probably already owned.”
- “The monetization strategy in this game is frustratingly aggressive, pushing players to spend money on features that should be part of the core experience.”
- “It's disappointing to see a game with such potential marred by a pay-to-win model that favors those willing to spend extra cash over dedicated players.”