Alpacapaca Dash
- January 23, 2017
- Synnergy Circle Games
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.
Reviews
- The game features cute art and a variety of unlockable alpaca skins, making it visually appealing and fun to collect.
- Gameplay is entertaining and addictive, with a fast-paced arcade style that keeps players engaged.
- The game has received updates that improve controls and fix bugs, showing the developer's commitment to enhancing the player experience.
- Controls can be frustrating, with issues like unresponsive jumps and a confusing aiming system for the laser attack.
- The game can feel repetitive once all achievements are unlocked, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
- There are minor bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as the alpaca not appearing on screen at times.
- music8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its relaxing and entertaining qualities, particularly the 8-bit soundtrack, while others find it too basic and limited in variety. Overall, it enhances the gameplay experience, contributing positively to the game's visual style and enjoyment.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Great music, entertaining gameplay, and an alpaca with a laser.”
“Lovely artwork and an 8-bit soundtrack!”
“Music is too basic.”
“Only 2 8-bit music tracks so far, but they are okay (not at the level of Robot Unicorn Attack, but still enjoyable).”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some praise its cute art style and lovely visuals, others criticize the inconsistency in the overall aesthetic. The charming design of the alpacas and the accompanying 8-bit soundtrack are highlighted as standout features, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
“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.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % 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 engaging mechanics, such as aiming with a mouse, and the fun elements like music and unique characters, including an alpaca with a laser. Overall, it provides a recommendable experience.
“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.”
“+gameplay: you have to actually play with a mouse because you have to aim your laser.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. It is complemented by charming visuals and unlockable skins that enhance the narrative experience through visual storytelling.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The game features cute art, good unlockable skins, and a bit of visual storytelling.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally recommend grinding for effective farming in the game, suggesting that it enhances resource acquisition and overall progression.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, but the rewards just aren't worth the time invested.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the replayability of this game, noting that it successfully incorporates elements that encourage repeated play, a feature often lacking in low-budget titles that rely on quick thinking.
“A lot of low-budget games that require quick thinking don't have that option, which cuts down replayability, so I'm happy to see it here.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report occasional freezing when quitting the game, but overall, stability is not a major concern as progress is preserved even in the event of a crash.
“Sometimes the game freezes upon quitting, but your progress is safe even if the game crashes, so it's not a total loss.”
“The game frequently experiences crashes, making it frustrating to play for extended periods.”
“I often encounter stability issues, with the game randomly freezing during gameplay.”