ALIEN XENOBLASTER

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Arcade themed game with loads of content such as dumb ugly aliens, crude humor, comedic undertone and more.

Play Modes

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

Reviews

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features extremely fun and replayable gameplay, with charming art and a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Character designs are unique and engaging, with unlockable characters adding to the excitement and variety of gameplay.
The game captures the essence of classic arcade games, providing a satisfying challenge that encourages skill development and strategic thinking.

The campaign is relatively short, taking only 2-3 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
There is a lack of clear prompts for certain gameplay mechanics, which can lead to confusion and frustration for players.
While the game is fun, some players feel there could be more incentives for achieving high scores beyond bragging rights.

music
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many players noting its catchy and stylized nature that enhances the arcade experience. Reviewers enjoy the soundtrack so much that they listen to it outside of the game, highlighting its charm and the effort put into its creation. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that complements the game's fun and engaging gameplay.
- “The OST is a fantastic bop, and I listen to it on its own outside the game.”
- “A delightfully charming arcade game with an excellent soundtrack.”
- “The music is simple yet so stylized at the same time, really catering towards that arcade cabinet feel.”
gameplay
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its fun and replayable nature, especially considering its low price of $5. While the game is relatively short, it compensates with quick-to-learn mechanics and engaging action, making it a standout feature that contributes to its overall charm and challenge.
- “Absolutely criminal how this game is as unknown as it is, extremely fun and replayable gameplay for only $5 is crazy.”
- “Although rather short - which makes sense considering its influence - it makes up for it with gameplay that's quick to pick up and have fun with.”
- “The gameplay is one of this game's biggest strengths.”
- “The gameplay is one of this game's biggest weaknesses.”
- “The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through levels.”
- “There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience, leading to frequent crashes.”
story
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's story is straightforward and lighthearted, aligning well with its arcade-like aesthetic. Players appreciate its simplicity and directness, which enhances the overall experience without overcomplicating the narrative.
- “The plot doesn't take itself seriously and gets straight to the chase.”
- “The plot of this game is relatively simple and straightforward.”
- “I love this plot because it fits well with the simplistic yet arcade-like vibe that this whole game seems to be going for.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its charming art style and a funny premise, making it a standout modern arcade classic. Players enjoy the comedic cutscenes and the absurdity of the storyline, which includes destroying an alien planet filled with incels, adding to the overall entertainment and challenge.
- “Charming art and a funny premise helps Alien Xenoblaster stick out as a modern arcade classic that will provide both challenge and entertainment for you and some friends.”
- “Also, I love the cutscenes; they're so funny and probably the most charming part of the game for me personally.”
replayability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers highly enjoyable and replayable gameplay, especially considering its low price of $5. While the initial campaign lasts only 2-3 hours, its charm and design provide an experience that encourages infinite replayability, appealing to a wide audience.
- “Absolutely criminal how this game is as unknown as it is; extremely fun, replayable gameplay for only $5 is crazy.”
- “It's got a lot of charm that I think will appeal to a large group of people, and while the campaign isn't the longest (it took me roughly 2-3 hours to complete my first time), it makes up for it by being essentially infinitely replayable.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the character designs, highlighting them as a standout feature of the game. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of growth or narrative progression.
- “I think this is my favorite part: the character designs.”
- “The depth of character development really makes you feel connected to the story.”
- “Each character evolves in a way that feels natural and engaging.”
graphics
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised, with players expressing strong appreciation for their quality alongside the gameplay and music.
- “I love the gameplay, graphics, and music!”
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning and bring the game world to life.”
- “Every detail in the graphics is meticulously crafted, making the environment immersive.”