Armed and Gelatinous: Couch Edition

Armed and Gelatinous: Couch Edition is a fast-paced competitive experience. However, it lacks oomph and can become repetitive. Furthermore, no online servers prevents the game from excelling. + Colourful and refined graphics. + Upbeat audio. + Excellent controls. + It is fun with friends. - It can become reptitive. - Local only action is limited. - Limited replay value. (Rating: PEGI 7 Mild Violence Release date: 02/05/2024 Price: £11.99) (Reviewed on the Xbox Series X. Also available on Xbox One, PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5) (Full disclosure! This review is based on a copy of the game being provided by the publisher/developer.)

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Armed and Gelatinous: Couch Edition is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game with a kids theme. It was developed by Three Flip Studios and was released on May 2, 2024. It received neutral reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Armed and Gelatinous pits you against your friends in a fast-paced 2-4 player game of blob warfare in the far reaches of space. Absorb a variety of weapons, trading size for firepower while dodging waves of bullets and deadly dash attacks from all angles!

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graphics3 negative mentions

The game is incredibly fun and chaotic, making it perfect for playing with friends.
It's easy to learn and offers a variety of engaging game modes that keep players entertained.
The local multiplayer experience is highly enjoyable, reminiscent of classic couch co-op games.

The game currently lacks online multiplayer, which some players feel is necessary.
While the game is fun, it may not have the depth or complexity that some players are looking for.
The gameplay can become chaotic to the point where it may be overwhelming for new players.

graphics
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The graphics of the game have been noted as not being influenced by its art style or game mechanics, suggesting that visual presentation may not significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them look lifeless.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is noted to be influenced by factors beyond its art style and mechanics, suggesting that players' experiences may be shaped by external elements rather than the core gameplay itself.
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive, which made the experience frustrating.”
- “The game mechanics are poorly designed, leading to a lot of confusion and frustration.”