Assault Suit Leynos

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"Assault Suit Leynos" is a high-definition remake of the classic Mega Drive game, where you pilot an Assault Suit to fight against an unknown enemy threatening humanity. Experience eight stages of side-scrolling action and equip your suit with a variety of weapons to save Earth. The game combines old-school design with updated visuals and sound for a modern experience.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 137 reviews

story7 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a nostalgic soundtrack that pays homage to the original Sega Genesis title.
Gameplay is engaging with a variety of weapons and customization options, allowing players to tailor their experience.
The remake includes both an Arcade Mode with new content and a Classic Mode that stays true to the original game's mechanics.

Controls are poorly designed, making it difficult to aim and move simultaneously, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game suffers from bugs, including issues with controller support and occasional save data loss.
The overall length of the game is short, and some players feel it lacks replay value after completing the campaign.

story
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is generally well-received, with many praising its depth and narrative complexity, likening it to classic mecha anime like Gundam. While some players found the dialogue cheesy and the final mission overly long, others appreciated the engaging plot twists and character development that humanize both sides of the conflict. Overall, the remake successfully retains the essence of the original story while introducing new elements and voice acting, making it a solid experience for fans of the genre.
- “The best part, though, is the story.”
- “Cheesy as the dialogue may be, Leynos was seemingly decades ahead of its time in terms of video game narrative, where most shmups still were on the candid, quaint premise of 'you're a lone ship that will bring an armada down,' Leynos was re-enacting Gundam, from depicting the war campaign to plot twists and humanizing (and dehumanizing) both warring sides.”
- “The storyline is rock solid; from what I've read, it's not been censored or altered from the original in any way, so all the story is there. If you want a game that's very much like Mobile Suit Gundam (as in the original series, with Amuro Ray, etc.) with a largely hard tech feel and a serious story that's more adult about war than you might expect, you really can't go far wrong with this.”
- “The only problem I have is the final mission well beyond overstays its welcome with how long it is.”
- “You will complete the story in 2-3 hours.”
- “Stage 3 has a mission that is basically impossible to do without a guide because the game doesn't give you any idea as to what the hell you're supposed to do; you have a time limit and are told 'go!', no objective, just go and do something.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
52%
12%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the updated HD visuals and detailed 2D anime style, while others criticize them as bland or dated compared to modern standards. Many users noted graphical glitches and inconsistencies, suggesting that the remake feels undercooked despite its aesthetic improvements. Overall, while the visuals are appreciated by some, they fall short of expectations for a modern remake, leaving room for improvement in both quality and execution.
- “The new graphics and music are beautiful, and I enjoy them a lot.”
- “The game looks great with HD visuals and plays well (for the most part).”
- “The remake brings the original Sega game into the modern age with some gorgeous 2D graphics that are extremely detailed and pleasing to look at.”
- “A fantastic example of how not to remake a game; it doesn't update the controls for modern technology, the visuals look bland at best, unfinished at worst, and you have to earn basic GUI elements for reasons?”
- “The story is ok-ish, the music is I-don't-even-remember-it, and the graphics are just dated.”
- “The port is rather busted and kind of undercooked with a few weird graphical glitches here and there, and the pad controls just don't work on startup.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
46%
13%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the remastered soundtrack and the inclusion of the original compositions from the Genesis version, which evoke nostalgia. While some players appreciate the updated tracks and the variety offered in different modes, others note that the game lacks a diverse range of musical themes, with some stages sharing similar tunes. Overall, the music is highlighted as a standout feature, enhancing the game's aesthetic and experience.
- “The aesthetics and plot of the game are generally nice, but the music is the real star.”
- “The music was redone and it's awesome and nostalgic.”
- “The original game's beloved soundtrack is completely redone with rocking music, sound effects have that retro sound and vibe to them; it's just a fantastic game to look and listen to.”
- “The story is ok-ish, the music is I-don't-even-remember-it and the graphics are just dated.”
- “On one hand I'm glad they stayed this faithful but on another hand I would have appreciated more music.”
- “Not only do you get a newly remastered 'arcade mode' with voice acted dialogue, expanded missions, and brand-new bosses, but the game also includes a 'classic mode' that keeps things remarkably faithful to the original version of the game (even going so far as to change the music and firing sound effects to the original Mega Drive versions).”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
Gameplay experiences vary significantly among users, with some praising the fluid controls, engaging mechanics, and unlockable content, while others criticize heavy controls, lack of guidance, and frustrating design choices that disrupt the flow. While the game offers solid highs and nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic shooters, it also suffers from clunky mechanics and occasional gameplay interruptions. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a mix of enjoyable and frustrating elements, with potential for improvement and modernization.
- “Though the game is relatively short, it is solid in all aspects of gameplay. I would love to see this title expanded on.”
- “The gameplay is very fluid, with very responsive controls. The music is very good, including the original OST from the Megadrive. The story is intriguing, and there are a lot of things to unlock after you beat the game, including a classic mode, weapons, gameplay elements, manuals, and images.”
- “Gameplay is improved from the original, taking in some carryover ideas from Assault Suits Valken on the SNES, namely the expanded control scheme giving the shield and boost dedicated buttons as well as a melee attack.”
- “Gameplay experience is really bad; heavy controls, the game doesn't tell you what to do to get more weapons and be strong, and after all, it randomly deletes save data even if you close the game normally.”
- “While some of the mechanics are there, it definitely is not it.”
- “I kind of wish they would have modernized the mechanics.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, particularly in menus and controller settings, leading to a frustrating experience. While some players found the game enjoyable after initial issues, many agree that it feels undercooked and is plagued by graphical glitches, making it hard to recommend at full price. Overall, the game requires significant updates to improve its stability and user experience.
- “Menus are buggy as hell, it hates full screen, and the menus are weird before you set it to controller.”
- “Tl;dr - a buggy mess with bad design.”
- “Not worth $20, not even worth $10 for how buggy and borked this game is.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
Overall, the game's replayability is considered limited due to its short length and lack of features like score/time attack modes. However, there are numerous unlockable items that may appeal to completionists, providing some incentive for replay, particularly for fans of the genre. New players might find better value at a lower price point.
- “There's lots of stuff to unlock, so there's definite replay value even with the game's short length. Though people who aren't already fans might be better off picking it up at a lower price, I personally feel there's $15 worth of enjoyment here for mecha action fans.”
- “It's a fairly short game, but there are plenty of unlocks to crack open for those completionists out there, so it makes for decent replayability.”
- “You can unlock weapons for practice mode, but not for classic and arcade, which is a huge shame because that would have added a ton of replay value.”
- “Missed opportunity, much shorter than the classic and zero replay value.”
- “You can unlock weapons for practice mode but not for classic and arcade, which is a huge shame because that would have added a ton of replay value.”
- “It's a fairly short game but there are plenty of unlocks to crack open for those completionists out there, so it makes for decent replayability.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant performance issues, such as slow motion gameplay, while others report smooth performance despite the game's large file size of 4.82 GB. Overall, there is a consensus that the game requires substantial optimization improvements.
- “The game runs smoothly, providing a seamless experience despite its large size of 4.82 GB.”
- “Optimization is impressive, allowing for high performance even on lower-end systems.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the game, ensuring minimal lag and quick load times.”
- “I love this game, but it needs optimization badly.”
- “Really bad optimization; the game runs in slow motion very often.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to the repetitive and monotonous nature of boss fights, which often involve limited attack patterns that require players to engage in the same actions repeatedly, leading to a tedious experience.
- “The worst part about this game is the bosses themselves; they just feel too bland and lazy, but at the same time tedious and annoying to fight.”
- “There's very little variation in their attack patterns. Many bosses end up just doing one attack for ages that never ends, and you just have to do that same thing over and over again to win, which gets tedious.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere in the game is described as intense and dramatic, particularly highlighted by a mission where a pilot faces a tragic fate during atmospheric entry, which adds a sense of urgency and emotional weight to the experience. However, some players find certain changes to the atmosphere to be odd or unsettling.