ALIEN XENOBLASTER
- August 23, 2022
- vinny
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Get on itch.io StoreArcade themed game with loads of content such as dumb ugly aliens, crude humor, comedic undertone and more.
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features extremely fun and replayable gameplay, making it a great value for its low price.
- The art style, character designs, and soundtrack are charming and well-executed, enhancing the overall experience.
- The gameplay is simple to understand yet challenging, requiring timing and decision-making skills, which adds depth to the arcade action.
- The campaign is relatively short, taking only 2-3 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more.
- There is a lack of incentives for achieving high scores beyond bragging rights, which could limit replay motivation.
- Steam Deck compatibility issues have been reported, affecting accessibility for some players.
- music14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many players describing the original soundtrack (OST) as catchy and enjoyable enough to listen to outside of gameplay. It effectively captures the arcade cabinet feel, combining simplicity with stylization, and contributes significantly to the game's overall charm and fun factor. Players appreciate the effort put into the music, considering it a standout aspect of this delightful indie title.
“The OST is a 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.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its fun, replayability, and accessibility, making it a standout feature of the game. Despite its relatively short length, players find it engaging and enjoyable, with a blend of charm, action, and challenge that justifies its low price point. Overall, the gameplay is considered one of the game's greatest strengths.
“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 just as quick to pick up and have fun with.”
“The gameplay is one of this game's biggest strengths.”
“Overall, banger game, relatively short but still worth it for the charm, action, challenge, and gameplay.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is straightforward and lighthearted, aligning well with the game's arcade-like atmosphere. Players appreciate its simplicity and the way it avoids taking itself too seriously, allowing for a more enjoyable experience.
“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-y vibe that this whole game seems to be going for.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Alien Xenoblaster" is highlighted by its charming art style and a comedic premise, making it a standout modern arcade classic. Players appreciate the funny cutscenes and the absurdity of the game's concept, which includes destroying an alien planet inhabited by incels, adding to its entertaining and lighthearted appeal.
“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.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers highly enjoyable and infinitely replayable gameplay, making it a great value at just $5. Although the initial campaign lasts only 2-3 hours, its charm and engaging mechanics encourage players to return for multiple playthroughs.
“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 with it being essentially infinitely replayable.”
“Absolutely criminal how this game is as unknown as it is, extremely fun replayable gameplay for only $5 is crazy.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong appreciation for the character designs, highlighting them as a standout feature of the game. However, there is no specific mention of character development beyond the visual aspect.
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised, with users expressing strong appreciation for their quality and visual appeal, alongside the gameplay and music.
“I love the gameplay, graphics, and music!”
