ARMED SEVEN

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ARMED SEVEN is a single player action game. It was developed by ASTRO PORT and was released on March 6, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

The year is 1989. 12 years have passed since the Gogoh Army’s invasion of Earth. Exposure to alien technology during the war enabled Earth’s own technologies to take massive leaps forward. International conflict that was previously rife in the history of mankind fell to an all-time low, and the Earth Federation was established as a unified Earth government. The stage was set for an era of unpreced…

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a variety of weapon loadouts and difficulty levels, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced players.
Solid level design and enemy variety, providing a rewarding experience with well-crafted audiovisual elements.
Fast-paced and fun, reminiscent of classic arcade shooters, with a nostalgic feel that appeals to fans of the genre.

The game is very short, with a playtime of around 20 minutes, which may not justify the cost for some players.
Lacks optimization for modern systems, with issues like fixed resolution and no graphical settings, making it unplayable for some users.
Absence of a pause feature and continues can be frustrating, especially during challenging gameplay segments.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The gameplay of this title is characterized as a fast-paced bullet hell shmup with unique aesthetics and mechanics reminiscent of classic shooters. Players pilot battle armors and experience a mix of traditional gameplay elements, including a life bar that replenishes slowly, which adds a layer of challenge. While the game offers good weapon variety and visual appeal, it lacks a pause feature and has some frustrating achievement requirements.
- “A bullet hell horizontal shmup with Assault Suit Valken aesthetics and some interesting gameplay additions.”
- “Good weapon variety, good challenge, visuals are nice, and it offers a few variations on the standard Gradius-style gameplay.”
- “+fun, fast-paced, arcade gameplay.”
- “Doesn't let you pause during gameplay, which is very annoying since the game itself is a little over 20 minutes long.”
- “Gameplay-wise, Armed Seven isn't quite a bullet hell shooter, nor is it particularly gimmick-laden; it's something in between.”
- “Unusually enough for a Japanese shooter, you have a 'life bar', but it replenishes very slowly and gives a fairly long invincibility period after you're hit, making it essentially a retheme of the one-hit-and-you're-dead mechanics found in much of the genre.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
12%
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The graphics are described as having an old-school style reminiscent of Super Famicom games, with a competent and enjoyable aesthetic that complements the gameplay. While there are no adjustable graphical settings, the visuals are generally well-received, featuring nice designs and a fun presentation that enhances the overall experience.
- “A bullet hell horizontal shmup with Assault Suit Valken aesthetics and some interesting gameplay additions.”
- “Fun game, more than competent visuals, and a decent but not unbearable challenge.”
- “Good weapon variety, good challenge, visuals are nice, and it offers a few variations on the standard Gradius-style gameplay.”
- “In-game, there are no graphical or video settings at all to tinker with.”
- “The graphics are old school, which is fine!”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The music in the game has received high praise, with reviewers highlighting a "dope" and "very good" soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The blend of 70's influences and bombastic, metal slug-esque tracks contributes to a nostalgic yet engaging atmosphere, complementing the solid gameplay and design. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that elevates the game's old-school charm.
- “Soundtrack is very good, though the design is still solid. The stable FPS adds a lot to the pretty balanced shmup experience, and all in all, Armed Seven is still a pretty nice choice for those who want the real old school experience from Japan.”
- “Music, sprites, and level design are all top notch.”
- “It's all set to some bombastic Metal Slug-esque music; it's a very assured game.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a detailed sci-fi setting with decent robot action reminiscent of classic titles, but it lacks a substantial narrative, offering only a brief description on the Steam store page. Players seeking a traditional story experience may be disappointed, as the game does not incorporate any story elements.
- “Detailed sci-fi story.”
- “I like having story in such games in the old school way.”
- “Decent robot action, similar to Metal Warriors, Assault Suits Valken / Cybernator, and Front Mission 2.”
- “And that bad thing is – there's no story anywhere.”
- “This game doesn't have any and the only story-related thing you'll get is a description on the Steam store page.”
- “It's missing any story elements and some basic options like resolution and the ability to pause.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Players appreciate the replayability of the game due to the option to choose different weapon loadouts at the start, enhancing the experience. Although the game consists of only seven stages, its challenging nature encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “You get the ability to choose between your weapon loadouts at the start of the game, which gives you some replay value.”
- “As with most shooters, it's fairly short at 7 stages long, but it's fairly difficult and very replayable.”
- “The game offers some replay value with the ability to choose between different weapon loadouts at the start.”
- “After completing the game once, there isn't much incentive to play again; the story doesn't change significantly.”
- “While there are multiple paths to take, the lack of meaningful differences in outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, rendering it unplayable on modern computers for some users.
- “The game is very unoptimized for modern computers and is unplayable for me.”
- “Performance issues make it difficult to enjoy the game, even on high-end hardware.”
- “Frequent frame drops and long loading times indicate a lack of proper optimization.”