Alpacapaca Dash

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Alpacapaca Dash is an endless shooter game where you run, jump, and dodge enemies while shooting them with lasers to increase your score. Compete in online and local highscores, and gather coins to unlock 11 different playable alpacas and upgrades. The background changes as you play, and the challenging gameplay will keep you engaged.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 119 reviews

music11 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features cute art and a variety of unlockable alpaca skins, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
It offers entertaining gameplay with a fast-paced arcade platformer style, making it fun for short play sessions.
The music and visuals are well-received, contributing to a charming atmosphere that players appreciate.

The controls can be frustrating, with issues like unresponsive jumps and a confusing laser aiming mechanic.
There are minor bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as characters not appearing on screen.
Some players feel that the game lacks depth and replayability once achievements are completed.

music
17 mentions
65 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its relaxing and entertaining qualities, particularly the 8-bit soundtrack. While some users find the music to be basic, others appreciate its charm and how it complements the gameplay and visual style. Overall, the soundtrack is considered enjoyable, though limited in variety.
- “The background music is amazing!”
- “I love the visual style, and the music's entertaining, and I like being able to unlock character skins.”
- “Lovely artwork and 8-bit soundtrack!”
- “Music is too basic.”
- “+soundwork: only 2 8-bit music tracks so far but they are okay (not the Robot Unicorn Attack level but still enjoyable).”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
graphics
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics of Alpacadash receive mixed reviews; while many praise the cute art style and charming visuals that enhance the game's aesthetic, others criticize the inconsistent graphics that fail to adhere to a cohesive art style. Overall, the game's visuals are highlighted as a significant strength, complemented by a delightful 8-bit soundtrack.
- “Overall, the aesthetic is the biggest plus of this game in my opinion.”
- “Alpacadash is a fast-paced side-scroller game with a cute art style where you play as 12 different alpacas!”
- “Lovely artwork and an 8-bit soundtrack!”
- “Terrible, graphics are all over the place without being able to commit to a single art style.”
gameplay
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for being entertaining and easy to understand, while still offering a bit of challenge. Players appreciate the unique elements, such as using a mouse to aim a laser, and the overall fun experience enhanced by great music.
- “I actually would recommend this game due to its gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is easy to understand and still a bit challenging.”
- “+gameplay: you have to actually play with a mouse because you have to aim your laser.”
story
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent one from achieving their potential. It features charming art and offers visual storytelling elements alongside unlockable skins, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Cute art, good unlockable skins, and a bit of visual storytelling.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for game farming, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression. This aspect is often seen as a rewarding experience for those who enjoy repetitive tasks to enhance their gameplay.
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the game offers a commendable level of replayability, particularly for a low-budget title, as it encourages quick thinking and provides varied experiences that keep players engaged.
- “I'm thrilled to see that this game offers a lot of replayability, especially since many low-budget games that require quick thinking often lack this feature.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game occasionally experiences freezing issues when quitting, but players report that their progress remains intact even after crashes, leading to a generally forgiving experience.
- “Sometimes the game freezes upon quitting, yet your progress is safe even if your game crashes. So... whatever.”