ARCADE
- October 14, 2020
- EYEFRONT
Get on Steam"ARCADE" is a shooting and dodging action game that offers various game modes, including single-player story mode with over 30 levels, local co-op and mutator mode for up to 2 players, and endless mode with Steam Leaderboards. The game features splendid music with a soundtrack available for purchase. Get ready for a thrilling and fun experience with hordes of enemies to destroy.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful neon graphics and an excellent synthwave soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is simple yet entertaining, with various modifiers and a leaderboard for competitive play.
- The game supports multiplayer and cooperative modes, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
- The game feels unfinished and has numerous bugs, including frequent crashes and a confusing GUI.
- The fast-paced gameplay can be overwhelming, with flashing lights and text that are hard to read.
- There is a lack of basic options like volume control and key mapping, which detracts from the user experience.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is mechanically sound and entertaining, featuring a variety of exciting levels and new mechanics. While the visuals can be overwhelming, the inclusion of modifiers and a competitive leaderboard enhances the experience, allowing for diversified gameplay. Overall, it offers a simple yet engaging experience that encourages players to explore different gameplay styles.
“Very pleased with the modifiers that can be activated to diversify the gameplay, as well as the leaderboard, where you can compete with other players.”
“Gameplay is simple, but very entertaining.”
“A lot of exciting levels and interesting gameplay.”
“Mechanically this game works just fine, but visually it is a mess of blinding confusion of flashing lights--the kind that should come with a safety warning.”
“That's why I recommend using mutators after getting used to the gameplay a bit.”
“It's just gameplay.”
- music6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's music has received widespread acclaim, with many praising its cool, synthwave-inspired soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as amazing and deserving of awards, while also noting that it complements the game's vibrant visuals and keeps players engaged. Overall, the music is seen as a significant asset that appeals to both gamers and music lovers alike.
“Very good indie game in retro arcade style with a great synthwave-like soundtrack.”
“This game should get a music award for its amazing soundtrack!”
“Simply awesome background music for such a colorful arcade game.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their beautiful neon style, creating a visually striking aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. Users find the space-themed design particularly appealing and cool.
“But now it's on your PC and has beautiful neon-styled graphics.”
“The graphics are designed in a space neon style, which is very cool.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features a story mode that allows for cooperative play with friends through Steam Remote Play, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users note the absence of a traditional narrative, indicating a mixed reception regarding the story aspect.
“The coolest part is that it has a story mode, where you can play with your friend together in co-op mode, thanks to Steam Remote Play.”
“There is no story to speak of.”
“The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
“The storyline is completely absent.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in Arcade to be tedious and time-consuming, likening it to needing a second life to manage the repetitive tasks of shooting enemy ships and avoiding their attacks.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Arcade is a chic retro-style indie arcade game, but it's tedious to shoot at enemy ships and dodge their shots.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes reported, particularly upon player death.
“The game is really buggy and crashes every time I die.”
“I experience frequent crashes that ruin the gameplay experience.”
“Stability issues make it nearly impossible to enjoy the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its potential to deliver unexpected and amusing moments, adding an element of surprise that enhances the overall experience.
“Otherwise, this may become a funny surprise.”
