Arcadegeddon
- July 18, 2023
- Illfonic
- 1h median play time
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Get on PS Store"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.
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Reviews
- The game features fun movement mechanics, satisfying shooting, and a vast array of weapons and customization options.
- The soundtrack is highly praised, enhancing the overall experience and making gameplay more enjoyable, especially in multiplayer.
- The game offers a good amount of enemy variety and mini-missions, preventing it from becoming too repetitive.
- The game suffers from a lack of player base, making it difficult to find matches and enjoy the multiplayer experience.
- Many players find the gameplay repetitive over time, with limited progression and a lack of engaging mechanics.
- The dialogue and presentation are often criticized as cringy and poorly written, detracting from the overall experience.
- music48 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic and immersive qualities that enhance the gameplay experience, particularly in the context of its cyberpunk aesthetic. Some players describe the soundtrack as "killer" and "fantastic," noting its ability to pump up adrenaline during combat, while others criticize it as mediocre or even unbearable. Overall, the music is a significant aspect of the game, contributing to its appeal for many players, despite some dissenting opinions.
“The music keeps you hooked with some of the grimiest bass I've heard in a video game.”
“The music itself is worth the money; everything else is just extras.”
“Man, the soundtrack is worth the price alone; it really pumps up the aesthetic and they cycle the tracks so they don't get old.”
“Oh yeah, and the music is also just mediocre.”
“The music, however, is awful!”
“First game where the gameplay is fine and all, but the setting and the music design just kill it for me.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun, smooth, and chaotic, with a solid variety of weapons and upgrades that enhance the experience, especially in multiplayer settings. However, many players note issues with repetitiveness, clunky mechanics, and poor AI, which detract from the overall enjoyment. While some find the gameplay satisfying and reminiscent of other titles, others express concerns about a lack of enemy diversity and questionable design choices that could impact long-term engagement.
“The gameplay is fun, arcadey, and competitive, even if you're solo running or with friends.”
“Mechanics are crisp, tons of upgrades and guns you definitely won't be disappointed.”
“The gameplay is super smooth and satisfying.”
“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.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are a vibrant homage to b-boy and graffiti culture, blending a modern, cyberpunk aesthetic with customizable character and weapon designs. Players appreciate the visually striking art style, enhanced by good ray tracing and a dynamic soundtrack that complements the gameplay. Overall, the visuals are described as top-notch, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience.
“The whole aesthetic of cyberpunk is very well done, and it is visually sound.”
“The art style is pretty gorgeous.”
“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!'.”
“A roguelike looter shooter with a Fortnite-like art style and a loud, futuristic trap-like soundtrack.”
“-decent graphics”
“The visuals are a mixture of derpy and modern, but the customization is practically limitless.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered lackluster, with many players finding it unengaging and cluttered, overshadowed by gameplay mechanics. While some appreciate the humor in the dialogue, the overall narrative fails to leave a significant impact, often feeling secondary to the action and questing elements. Players note that the quest system is functional but not particularly compelling, serving mainly to unlock cosmetics rather than enhance the story experience.
“I am not here much for the story, but what I have listened to so far is funny.”
“Story is meh, but it's more the fun gameplay.”
“They don't add a huge amount to the type of game it is, but it is very solid and it has a quest system in order to unlock cosmetics.”
“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.”
“No story.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The monetization in the game primarily revolves around cosmetic microtransactions, which some players find appealing but unnecessary for gameplay. While the game lacks proper advertising and has been criticized for its box art, the in-app purchases do not significantly impact the overall experience, as they are mainly optional.
“Basically, Warframe as a roguelite. The weapons are pretty fun and sound great. The only downside is that there are cool cosmetics that you have to buy, along with microtransactions.”
“The game has in-app purchases.”
“There isn't really any need for in-game purchases other than for cosmetics.”
“The game has in-app purchases that feel unnecessary.”
“There isn't really any need for in-game purchases other than cosmetic items.”
“In my opinion, this game never had any proper advertising, and the box art is horrendous.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while some players find the grinding necessary for progression, others feel it can be excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it may require a significant investment of time to achieve desired results. Overall, the experience of grinding varies, with some players appreciating a balanced approach while others find it burdensome.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Progression that doesn't feel labored by excess grinding.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of amusing moments and cringe-worthy attempts at comedy, with some players feeling it leans too heavily on outdated or forced jokes. While some find it entertaining, others criticize the characters as forgettable and overly eager to be funny.
“I am not here much for the story, but what I have listened to so far is funny.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative 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 unique experiences every time I play.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative 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
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its engaging movement mechanics, diverse enemy types, and well-designed maps, all contributing to an immersive experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world with every detail.”
“The combination of sound design and visual elements creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
“Each location feels unique and alive, contributing to an overall sense of wonder and exploration.”
