Arcadegeddon

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 199 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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"Arcadegeddon" is a shooter game where players can team up with up to three friends for co-op play, taking on a dynamic, ever-evolving world with multiple biomes, mini-games, and challenges. The goal is to save the last local arcade from a mega-corporation by defeating enemies and battling bosses in both PVE and PVP gameplay. The game features good music and allows players to progress at their own pace, earning rewards and street cred along the way.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

79%
Audience ScoreBased on 199 reviews
music21 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game features fun and satisfying gameplay with a wide variety of weapons and extensive customization options.
  • The vibrant graphics and energetic soundtrack enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable to play solo or with friends.
  • The game offers a good sense of progression, allowing players to unlock new weapons and abilities through gameplay without feeling overly grindy.
  • The game suffers from a low player count, making it difficult to find matches and diminishing the multiplayer experience.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive over time, with limited enemy variety and a lack of engaging mechanics to keep players invested.
  • There are issues with clunky controls and unresponsive mechanics, which can lead to frustrating gameplay moments.
  • music58 mentions

    The music in the game has received a mixed reception, with many praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, particularly in the context of its cyberpunk aesthetic. While some players find the music to be a standout feature that keeps them engaged, others criticize it as mediocre or even unpleasant, suggesting that it may not appeal to all tastes. Overall, the soundtrack is often described as a significant aspect of the game, contributing to its fun and immersive atmosphere, despite some dissenting opinions.

    • “The music keeps you hooked with some of the grimiest bass I've heard in a video game.”
    • “The soundtrack slaps, and the sound design is a step above so many roguelite shooters.”
    • “The music itself is worth the money; everything else is just extras.”
    • “Oh yeah, and the music is also just mediocre.”
    • “The music, however, is awful!”
    • “A personal criticism: the music kind of makes my ears bleed, honestly, but it fits the setting and action well enough.”
  • gameplay36 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its fast-paced, chaotic nature and diverse weapon variety, providing a fun and competitive experience whether solo or with friends. However, some players find it repetitive and criticize clunky mechanics and delayed inputs, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the core gameplay is solid and enjoyable, there are concerns about enemy diversity and the potential for monotony over time.

    • “The gameplay is fun, arcadey, and competitive, even if you're solo running or with friends.”
    • “The fast-paced gameplay is really fun with around 50 different types of weapons, some of them really crazy and fun to play, combined with great graphic effects.”
    • “The art style and gameplay loop are both super fun, rewarding you for diving deeper and giving you extras and new abilities every time you come back to the hub.”
    • “Good soundtrack, but the gameplay is very repetitive and gets highly boring after 20 or so runs.”
    • “The mechanics are clunky and the inputs are heavily delayed, which is frustrating.”
    • “My biggest gripe would have to be the rarity/gun mechanics and the huge lack of diversity of enemies. If they don't add more enemy types over the next 3-6 months, I would be inclined to switch my positive review to a negative just to save people from buying an extremely repetitive game.”
  • graphics26 mentions

    The game's graphics are a vibrant blend of modern and retro aesthetics, heavily influenced by b-boy and graffiti culture, with a smooth, cyberpunk-inspired art style that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the limitless customization options for characters and weapons, as well as the appealing visuals that complement the fast-paced gameplay. While some critiques mention a lack of updates and depth, the graphics are generally regarded as top-notch and engaging, contributing to the game's fun and immersive atmosphere.

    • “The whole aesthetic of cyberpunk is very well done, and it is visually sound.”
    • “The fast-paced gameplay is really fun with around 50 different types of weapons, some of them really crazy and fun to play, combined with great graphic effects.”
    • “Cyberpunk aesthetic with pleasing visuals and good ray tracing, punchy combat that feels like a third-person Borderlands 3 almost, compelling grind, fantastic music, and overall just awesome vibes that will have you saying 'just one more run!'.”
    • “The graphics are simple but adequate and look to be accessible to a wide range of system specs.”
    • “This game is an absolute marketing ploy targeting a vulnerable demographic with the full intention of replicating the success of Fortnite and similar games to get money from children by copying aspects from said game in every way possible from the copied visual style to attempting to appeal to the music genre to 'funny' dances and other things in a day 1 microtransaction shop.”
    • “So quick first impressions of this game... it's okay... (game is music and art style is a vibe without a doubt) it's hard to get behind a game that you know... more than likely is just done.”
  • story14 mentions

    The story in the game is generally considered lackluster, with many reviewers describing it as "meh" and noting that it doesn't significantly enhance the gameplay experience. While some find the dialogue humorous and the characters likable, the overall narrative is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and visual clutter, leading to a mixed reception. Players seem to prioritize the fun of the gameplay over the story itself, indicating that while the plot may not be strong, it serves its purpose in a run-and-gun context.

    • “I am not here much for the story but what I have listened to so far is funny.”
    • “The writing itself is nothing special, a bit campy at times, but the plot works and the characters are likable.”
    • “The story could probably be a bit better, but I mean who doesn't love a game you can just run and gun through?”
    • “The presentation and dialogue makes me want to seriously hurt myself (and I've played multiple Borderlands games!). The map layouts sometimes get confusing enough to completely disrupt the fast-paced flow the game is trying to establish. You have to shoot-n-loot a-la Borderlands, but it never really works because it's practically impossible to identify if a weapon is a shotgun, pistol, or SMG without swapping it into your loadout. The game throws a million 'do x' and 'kill y' missions at you without any way to track them in a run that I've found.”
    • “Story is just very meh.”
    • “The writing itself is nothing special, a bit campy at times, but the plot works and the characters are likeable.”
  • monetization8 mentions

    The monetization in the game features microtransactions primarily for cosmetic items, which players can also unlock through in-game currency, making it a relatively fair system. While some users express concerns about the presence of in-app purchases, many appreciate that these do not impact gameplay and feel comfortable supporting the developers through optional purchases. Overall, the monetization approach is viewed positively, with players finding it straightforward and non-intrusive.

    • “Is really good tbh and microtransactions can be avoided with in-game currency. The gameplay is fluid and feels good, the weapons are all different in play styles and have some really cool designs. Keep it up, devs; your game is a gem.”
    • “I personally don't mind the additional monetization from what I've seen. It seems pretty straightforward to unlock that through runs, and I'm actually going to be picking up that deluxe edition because I really adore this game so far and would love to support the devs financially.”
    • “Game has in-app purchases.”
    • “Not really any need for in-game purchases other than cosmetic.”
    • “+ microtransactions are usually a negative for me, but this seems to be one of the fairer microtransaction implementations.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game has been described as a mix of cringe-worthy attempts at comedy, often feeling forced and reminiscent of outdated styles. Critics note that the dialogue lacks genuine wit and is overshadowed by a marketing strategy aimed at younger audiences, drawing heavy inspiration from popular titles like Fortnite. Overall, the humor fails to resonate, leaving a forgettable impression.

    • “I am not here much for the story, but what I have listened to so far is funny.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding in the game to be excessive, with some suggesting it requires a significant time investment, while others appreciate that the progression doesn't feel overly burdensome despite some tedious tutorial elements.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Some of the tutorial aspects felt tedious.”
    • “Progression that doesn't feel labored by excess grinding.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players find the game to be highly enjoyable, noting its strong replayability factor that encourages multiple playthroughs.

    • “Super fun game with high replayability.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “I love how different strategies can lead to completely new experiences every time I play.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game demonstrates strong stability, performing well on both PC and Steam Deck without any reported issues.

    • “Runs great on my PC as well as the Steam Deck.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its engaging movement mechanics, diverse enemy types, and well-designed maps, all of which contribute to an immersive experience.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
    • “The combination of sound design and visuals creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
    • “Every location feels alive, with a rich atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users reporting very smooth performance and no noticeable hitches or stutters during gameplay.

    • “The game performance is very smooth; I haven't had a single hitch or stutter.”
    • “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game runs; the frame rates are consistently high and stable.”
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