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Alpha Zylon

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61%Game Brain Score
humor, music
story, graphics
61% User Score Based on 127 reviews

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Alpha Zylon is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Team 6 Studios and was released on July 15, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Take out dozens of enemies, traps and other dangers with your knife, hand gun, machine gun, grenade launcher, satchel charges or sniper rifle! Fast action 3D platform gaming with classic 2D gameplay!

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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 127 reviews
humor4 positive mentions
monetization2 negative mentions
  • The game supports customizable controls and widescreen resolution, including 4K support, which is a pleasant surprise for a game from 2007.
  • Some players found the game to be hilariously bad, providing a unique experience that can be entertaining in a 'so bad it's good' way.
  • Despite its flaws, a few players felt an odd charm to the game, describing it as a memorable experience worth trying at least once.
  • The graphics and animations are considered laughably bad, with many players comparing it unfavorably to games from the original PlayStation era.
  • The controls and gameplay mechanics are described as clunky and frustrating, leading to a poor overall experience.
  • Many reviews highlight the game's outdated design and lack of modernization, making it feel like a cash grab rather than a genuine nostalgic offering.
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Alpha Zylon" is criticized for being clichéd and poorly executed, with a mix of silly episodes and technical issues that detract from the experience. However, some players appreciate the underlying themes of war and moral dilemmas presented through the missions, which, despite their frustrating difficulty, offer moments of engaging gameplay and artistic expression. Overall, the narrative struggles to resonate but contains glimpses of depth amidst its flaws.

    • “The game covers three distinct and unique missions, one through the desert where you must make it from one side of the map to another.”
    • “This mission serves as a first taste of loss to our protagonist.”
    • “Alpha Zylon acts as a way to propel a deep and complex story full of moral dilemmas and anger.”
    • “It looks bad, it's annoying to play with, some levels are boring as hell, the story of the episodes is silly and on the technical side is a mess.”
    • “Its story was as cliché as possible and the gameplay really shouldn't have been fun, but it kind of was.”
    • “Throw all that other junk out the window and step into the boots of our unnamed, unburdened-with-backstory white male hero, who after copious amounts of debate and study I have dubbed Paul.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising them as outstanding and better than titles like The Witcher 3, while others criticize them as subpar or reminiscent of older consoles. Animations are often highlighted positively, but there are significant complaints about technical issues and overall visual quality. Despite the disparity in opinions, several users acknowledge the game's graphics as a strong point, especially in the context of indie gaming.

    • “Please buy it now, it's so underrated and the graphics are so good!”
    • “Better graphics than The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and has more content too!”
    • “The graphics and sound surpass the standard for indie video gaming, and received numerous awards at the Sundance Film Festival, and for good reason.”
    • “This game lacks a little bit on the graphic side but everything else is perfect.”
    • “The graphics didn't look bad but everything else was an abomination.”
    • “The graphics and animations are terrible, they look barely better than the original PlayStation.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as a mix of unintentional absurdity and ironic failure, with some players finding it amusing for a brief period before it becomes tiresome. While it aims for a comedic experience, the execution often falls flat, leading to a bizarre yet entertaining experience for some. Overall, the humor is hit-or-miss, with moments of hilarity overshadowed by a lack of consistent comedic value.

    • “This was hilariously bizarre in the best possible way.”
    • “Funny for about 16 minutes.”
    • “Imagine a platformer made by some joker looking to create 'the world's worst game', except they don't actually have a sense of humor and forgot it was supposed to be ironic instead of painful.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is described as surprisingly enjoyable, offering a mix of frustration and humor through its mechanics, despite a clichéd story. Players find it engaging and entertaining, even if it shouldn't be fun on paper.

    • “Its story was as cliché as possible and the gameplay really shouldn't have been fun, but it kind of was.”
    • “It is such an amazing game... if you want to get a little bit frustrated (only a tiny bit), and want to laugh a lot at the game mechanics, you should definitely buy it.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling it exploits nostalgia and relies heavily on side advertisements, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “This seems to have been put on Steam as a nostalgia gouge, or just a cash grab to try to profit from abandonware.”
    • “This is the ultimate sidebar advertising game but on Steam.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with one user rating it extremely low at 4/100, while another praises it as "sublime," indicating a significant divide in opinions on its quality.

    • “The music in this game is sublime.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “Each track is beautifully composed, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “Music is a 4/100!”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Alpha Zylon is praised for its powerful emotional impact, effectively illustrating the devastating effects of war on individuals across different backgrounds. The game resonates deeply with players, highlighting the universal tragedy of conflict.

    • “Alpha Zylon is a stunning and emotional look at how war can ruin lives in all manner of places, no matter what race you are.”
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Alpha Zylon is a shooter game.

Alpha Zylon is available on PC and Windows.

Alpha Zylon was released on July 15, 2014.

Alpha Zylon was developed by Team 6 Studios.

Alpha Zylon has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Alpha Zylon is a single player game.

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