ASSAULT SHELL
- August 29, 2020
- Team Overloaded
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Reviews
- Engaging gameplay with a variety of ships and mechanics, providing a fun and challenging experience.
- Excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.
- Unique hyper system and scoring mechanics that add depth and replayability.
- Visuals are occasionally rough, with choppy art and subpar backgrounds.
- Some technical issues, such as achievements not working and a lack of continues.
- Gameplay can feel unclear at times, with players unsure of what caused their ship to be destroyed.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its solid mechanics, fun and challenging player interactions, and a variety of modes and ship types. Players appreciate the interesting scoring and special weapon systems, along with the fast-paced, modern design typical of classic shmups. Overall, it offers a well-balanced and engaging experience despite some visual shortcomings.
“Some of the best core designs you will find from this indie shmup: fun player mechanics, great variety of bullets, and fast modern gameplay.”
“Pretty solid shmup made by a dude from the community, gameplay is fun, challenging, with multiple modes and ship types.”
“Interesting score and special weapon mechanics.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game, composed by a2b, is highly praised for its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the adrenaline-fueled gameplay, with many users describing it as a "banger" that "slaps."
“The soundtrack by a2b is a banger, and the stages are filled with barrages of bullets and adrenaline.”
“Oh, and also the music slaps.”
“Nice and fitting soundtrack.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a good presentation with retro visuals and audio, which some users find charming despite occasional roughness. Overall, it is considered a hidden gem that offers a nostalgic aesthetic.
“Good presentation, retro graphics, and audio.”
“Don't let the occasionally rough visuals fool you; Assault Shell is a real hidden gem.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
“The environments feel bland and uninspired, with repetitive textures that detract from the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its witty and engaging dialogues, which contribute to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.
“The game is filled with hilarious dialogues that keep you laughing throughout.”
“I love the witty banter between characters; it adds so much charm to the gameplay.”
“The humor is spot-on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
