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Alien Space Bastards

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66%Game Brain Score
gameplay, replayability
grinding, music
100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

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Alien Space Bastards is a single player action game. It was developed by Paul Connor and was released on February 9, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Overview Alien Space Bastards is a procedurally generated 3D arcade style shooter. The aliens are attacking in force and you must utilize all the weaponry you have to survive the onslaught and bring piece to the galaxy. Take on wave after wave of enemies but be careful..... As you progress the alien scum will get more cunning and pose a great threat to even the most seasoned star fighter. What s…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Addictive gameplay with a strong high score chasing element that keeps players engaged.
  • Varied enemy types and frequent power-ups create a dynamic and challenging experience.
  • Great for short bursts of play, making it a perfect fit for quick gaming sessions.
  • Power-ups can be difficult to collect due to their limited visibility and random spawning.
  • Some players find the ending and calculation screens time-consuming and disruptive to the flow of the game.
  • The game lacks polish in certain areas, such as sound design and power-up mechanics, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as a simple and engaging arcade shooter, appealing to fans of old-school mechanics. While it offers a slow-paced experience that can be immersive, some players feel that the power-up collection could be improved and that the gameplay lacks a certain depth to fully realize its potential. Overall, there is a foundation for addictive gameplay, but it has yet to reach its peak.

    • “Great little arcade shooter with simple gameplay and simple controls.”
    • “Nice old school arcade shooter with simple gameplay.”
    • “There's a core there of something really addictive, but that juicy gameplay apple hasn't ripened.”
    • “Slow paced, but it does suck you into the gameplay.”
    • “Make power-ups collectible in a wider range; I circled more power-ups than I collected during my gameplay.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that grinding in the game fosters a competitive spirit, motivating them to chase high scores and surpass other players on the leaderboard. This aspect enhances engagement and encourages continued play.

    • “This somehow turns you into a high score chaser and makes you want to keep grinding to beat the next player on the leaderboard.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “I found the grinding to be tedious and unfulfilling, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its arcade-style shoot 'em up mechanics, offering a variety of power-ups that enhance its replayability, making it enjoyable to play multiple times.

    • “Great arcade-style shmup with plenty of power-ups and high replay value.”
    • “The game offers endless replayability with its diverse levels and unlockable content.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of strategies and character builds available.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a catchy and repetitive soundtrack that enhances the chaotic gameplay, especially as players face increasingly challenging enemies and power-ups. The lively tunes complement the action, providing an engaging backdrop to the intense experience, while live updates on high scores add an extra layer of excitement.

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Alien Space Bastards is a action game.

Alien Space Bastards is available on PC and Windows.

Alien Space Bastards was released on February 9, 2022.

Alien Space Bastards was developed by Paul Connor.

Alien Space Bastards has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Alien Space Bastards is a single player game.

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