Alien Rampage

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Your ship is in ruins. your cargo is lost... and you are one ticked-off alien trapped on a planet overrun by bloodthirsty mutants with the help of a handful of enslaved natives and enough firepower to level a city. Nothing can stop you from eradicating the low-life untharians who trashed your ship. blast everything in sight and you may survive... 21 bone-crushing, gut-blasting levels of alien bu…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 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 creates an unusual atmosphere without a soundtrack, which some players find preferable to typical music in similar games.

The game lacks a soundtrack, which some players find disappointing, and the absence of modern features like save options makes it frustrating.
There are issues with clarity in some objects and unbalanced difficulty levels, leading to cheap deaths and a steep learning curve.
The game has not been modernized for current gaming standards, resulting in poor performance on modern PCs and a dated control scheme.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their originality and aesthetic appeal, with many reviewers noting that they remain impressive even by modern standards. However, some criticisms include dated controls and performance issues due to emulation, as well as the challenge posed by large sprites that can lead to frustrating gameplay. Overall, while the visuals contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere, technical limitations detract from the experience for some players.
- “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. I did the thumbs up thing because the game is probably awesome; I am just too stupid for it.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
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 having no music is preferable to generic tracks that could become annoying during gameplay. Overall, the absence of music is met with mixed feelings, with some players finding it a non-issue and others expressing disappointment.
- “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.”
- “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 lack of music is also a disappointment.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story is perceived as a mere backdrop for gameplay, primarily focused on exterminating 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
100%
150%
Gameplay is characterized by notable flaws, yet fans of classic computer platformers may overlook these issues. The strongest element lies in its exploratory mechanics, which involve 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 if you enjoy computer platformers from that era, you'll be able to overlook 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 makes even simple tasks frustrating.”
- “The pacing is off, with long stretches of dull gameplay that interrupt the flow of the game.”
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
300%
300%
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 background music, especially during repetitive gameplay.
- “The absence of music is not a drawback; combined with the insane visuals and sounds, it creates a unique atmosphere that might even surpass the experience of having typical metal music, which can become tiresome after repeated deaths in a level.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and a haunting sound design that keeps you on edge.”
- “Every element of the environment contributes to a rich atmosphere that feels alive, making exploration a thrilling experience.”
- “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 meaningful 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
100%
The monetization strategy for this retro gaming release on Steam has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing frustration over the lack of modernization for abandonware and the expectation to pay for games 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 is just 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.”