Armed with Wings Rearmed

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Armed with Wings Rearmed is a single player and multiplayer platformer game with a anime theme. It was developed by Super Sun Studios and was released on June 1, 2017. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Armed with Wings: Rearmed" is a side-scrolling action game featuring a blend of combat, platforming, and puzzle-solving. Play as the warrior Vireo, battling enemies using swordplay and ranged attacks while navigating through treacherous environments. With stunning hand-drawn visuals and a gripping narrative, this game offers a challenging and immersive experience.

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story14 positive mentions

grinding7 negative mentions

The combat system is fluid and rewarding, requiring precision and skill, making each encounter engaging.
The art style is beautifully minimalist, creating a nostalgic yet fresh atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
The game offers a variety of unlockable weapons and abilities, encouraging replayability and exploration of different playstyles.

The lack of a manual jump button can make platforming feel restrictive and awkward, impacting the overall flow of gameplay.
Some players find the enemy AI to be unbalanced, leading to frustrating encounters where they can be overwhelmed easily.
The game is relatively short, with some players completing it quickly, leading to concerns about long-term value and content depth.

story
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Armed with Wings" is generally viewed as underdeveloped and brief, often described as a simple revenge plot with minimal narrative depth. While some players appreciate the lore and character design, many criticize the lack of substantial storytelling elements, with the main campaign being completed in under two hours. Overall, the game offers a basic narrative experience that serves more as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a focal point.
- “The plot is a generic revenge tale in a fantasy setting, but that's not a negative note as, similarly to the flash games, 'Armed with Wings' feels equipped with a lore that cannot be more well-crafted while staying simple and straightforward.”
- “The story is neat but there are problems.”
- “The story will keep you interested, and the fact that you can't just sit back and spam the 'attack' button because that will only get you killed makes it all the more challenging.”
- “The story is weak, the music is overbearing, the animations fall flat and the level design is dull.”
- “There is almost no story - a scene at the beginning, a 5 second cutscene near the end, and two scenes at the end - not even two minutes of story.”
- “The story is a continuation of the previous Armed with Wings (if you're a fan).”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally praised for its refined mechanics, fluidity, and nostalgic elements, offering an engaging hack-and-slash experience with various attacks and special moves. However, some players criticize inconsistencies in enemy mechanics, bland level design, and a lack of depth in combat options, particularly in comparison to more recent titles. Overall, while the game has its flaws, many find it enjoyable and a significant improvement over its predecessor, with a mix of exciting combat and exploration elements.
- “Its refined mechanics and flawless flow make it the definitive experience; pretty nostalgic if anything.”
- “The gameplay is fluid and the game even has some puzzles, while rewarding different approaches to every level.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and exciting with epic swordplay and boss battles.”
- “On that same note, the side spikes do not harm enemies and have a larger hitbox than the walls around them, resulting in both inconsistent enemy mechanics and unfair deaths.”
- “The gameplay was dull and unexciting, and the plot is really dumb.”
- “The lack of jump anytime really hurts the gameplay; the level design is bland and feels boring to play, combat is... not so okay, it's not bad, but for a combat-focused game it really lacks polishing.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their minimalist and stylized art style, often described as captivating and reminiscent of classic flash games. The monochromatic aesthetic, featuring sharp details and fluid animations, enhances the overall atmosphere and complements the gameplay, making it visually appealing despite its simplicity. While some reviewers noted that the visuals alone may not carry the game, the unique art style remains a standout feature that resonates with many players.
- “The game looks beautiful with a return to the black and white (and gray and blue) aesthetic and better art.”
- “This game is absolutely beautiful, the art style of these games has always stunned me with its simplistic beauty.”
- “A stunning art style captivates this 2D action/puzzle platformer set in the dark and dilapidated world of black mist.”
- “I really wanted to keep giving this game a chance because of how captivating the art style is, but it's not enough to carry the game.”
- “As a standalone, it's pretty solid in terms of puzzle platforming and one of the boss fights is enjoyable to some extent; however, I can't say that I enjoyed it as much as the flash sequels and prequel in terms of visuals, atmosphere, and story.”
- “While yes, other games are way more advanced with the graphics and such, the way this game looks just fits well with it and I overall just enjoy it!”
music
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its atmospheric quality and nostalgic appeal, while others criticize its lack of variety, noting only a handful of tracks throughout the game. Many appreciate how the soundtrack complements the art style and enhances the overall experience, though some feel it leans too heavily on older flash game aesthetics. Overall, while the music is generally regarded as enjoyable, it could benefit from greater diversity and originality.
- “The soundtrack is simply amazing.”
- “The music enhances the gameplay experience.”
- “Gorgeous minimalist art style, excellent music & atmosphere, simple & interesting gameplay.”
- “There's not much in the way of music in the game (only about 6-7 songs in the whole game?), but what is there is alright.”
- “You do have the nostalgic 'Armed with Wings' music, but there seems to be a distinct lack of music variety, with only a few songs in total.”
- “The game's ties to Flash may stay too faithful, with the music and HUD/menu designs feeling like you're smack dab back in 2010.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is frequently praised for its thick ambiance and strong soundtrack, which significantly enhance the overall experience. While some players appreciate the minimalist art style and unique atmosphere, others criticize certain levels for lacking visual appeal and depth. Overall, the game's atmosphere resonates well with fans of action anime, though opinions vary on its execution across different installments.
- “Atmosphere is thick, and the soundtrack greatly contributes to it.”
- “Gorgeous minimalist art style, excellent music & atmosphere, simple & interesting gameplay.”
- “There is something in this game that I love; I think the atmosphere of this game is unique.”
- “As a standalone, it's pretty solid in terms of puzzle platforming and one of the boss fights is enjoyable to some extent; however, I can't say that I enjoyed it as much as the flash sequels and prequel in terms of visuals, atmosphere, and story.”
- “Though they may not seem like much on the outside, the backgrounds definitely bring the game's world to life and set the atmosphere in whichever area the player is in.”
replayability
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The game is praised for its high replayability, featuring engaging combat, collectibles, and multiple player characters that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the simple yet enjoyable gameplay, along with additional modes like survival and local versus, which contribute to its lasting appeal. Overall, it offers a blend of nostalgia and challenge that encourages repeated playthroughs.
- “Turns out, this is a very enjoyable experience, with high replayability value, and a trip down memory lane all at the same time.”
- “Its simple fun with a good challenge, and it has a surprising amount of replayability.”
- “This serves to add a lot of replay value, as there is also survival mode to test your combat prowess, as well as a local vs mode to test your friendships.”
- “This serves to add a lot of replay value, as there is also a survival mode to test your combat prowess, as well as a local vs mode to test your friendships.”
- “There will be replayability, without being a rogue-lite.”
- “It has a lot of replayability from what I have played of it so far.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often requiring excessive repetition to unlock new weapons and complete environmental puzzles. Many reviewers express a desire for more engaging gameplay, as the current grind detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment of the story. The lack of guidance and the need to frequently take breaks from the main levels to grind further contribute to the negative perception of this aspect.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Unlocking new weapons is tedious and annoying, and picking up random drops from enemies does not actually unlock them for later use.”
- “Additionally, there is a lot of grinding involved; I often found myself taking breaks from the 'story' levels to beat waves in survival mode.”
- “The dazzling visual art design is not enough to make up for the limited and tedious combat and overall gaming experience.”
stability
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Overall, players have noted that while the game is enjoyable and worth the price, it does exhibit some bugs and glitches, particularly with control configurations and performance issues during gameplay. Many users express hope that these stability concerns, including RAM problems and freezing, will be resolved as the game progresses through early access.
- “If there were bugs or glitches, I would understand, but the remote or the controls not being able to be reconfigured is a huge letdown.”
- “Even though it's still going through its early access, the game glitches out if you hold shift going down to the second boss battle.”
- “I am hopeful that the RAM problems and freezes will be addressed, and I look forward to the final product.”
character development
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Reviewers praise the character development for its engaging and visually striking designs, highlighting the effective animation and unique character personalities. The art style is noted as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience of the game.
- “Just a note for the dev if he sees this; I think your current art style, character designs, and character personalities are all fantastic.”
- “The character development in this game is incredibly engaging, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “The way characters evolve throughout the game adds layers to the story, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
- “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their motivations are often unclear, which detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has been criticized, as it struggles to run smoothly on laptops that can handle other platformers effectively, suggesting that it may not be well-optimized for its intended hardware.
- “For the kind of game and assets, it doesn't feel optimized to run well on a laptop that would handle several other platformers with ease.”
- “For the kind of game and assets, it doesn't feel optimized to run well on a laptop that would handle several other platformers without issue.”
- “The performance is disappointing; it struggles to maintain a stable frame rate even on mid-range hardware.”
- “I expected better optimization given the game's relatively simple graphics, but it still lags and stutters frequently.”
humor
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The humor in the game is characterized by a lighthearted story and the amusing antics of a controllable bird, though the puzzles associated with it are minimal and serve more as a supplementary element to the main campaign.
- “The story is kind of funny.”
- “You also get to control your funny bird for puzzles, but there's not much to them; they're more of a side note for the main campaign.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is not explicitly addressed in the review, as the focus is primarily on the various gameplay modes available, including the main story campaign and additional modes like survival and versus. The lack of interest in the versus mode suggests a preference for more narrative-driven experiences, which may indicate that the emotional engagement is tied to the campaign rather than competitive play.

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Armed with Wings Rearmed is a platformer game with anime theme.

Armed with Wings Rearmed is available on PC, Windows and Xbox.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Armed with Wings Rearmed.

Armed with Wings Rearmed was released on June 1, 2017.

Armed with Wings Rearmed was developed by Super Sun Studios.

Armed with Wings Rearmed has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Armed with Wings Rearmed is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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