Astral Breakers
- February 4, 2016
- Intropy Games
Solid and definitely has an audience. There could be some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.
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Get on itch.io StoreBattle with a friend or against the computer in this cosmic smashing action drop puzzle game as you assert your zodiac sign for galactic dominance! The Zodiac Constellations have gone berserk, and the cantankerous Kira the Star recruits you to help save the universe.
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Reviews
- The music fits the theme of the game and is not overly loud or annoying.
- The game has a nice clean visual style and plays smoothly.
- The unique mechanic offers a fresh take on the puzzle genre, distinguishing it from other match-3 games.
- There is no save mechanic, forcing players to start from scratch each time they play.
- The game lacks a tutorial, making it difficult for players to understand the mechanics without trial and error.
- The star mascot is considered annoying and detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique mechanic that sets it apart from typical puzzle games, but it lacks a save feature and requires more polish to enhance enjoyment. Players find the short game duration limiting, and the optional breaker blocks may detract from the overall experience. The zodiac theme and narrative elements add charm, but the core mechanics need refinement for better engagement.
“The mechanic of the game means that games do not last very long at all, and would almost be served better, I believe, if breakers were compulsory blocks given to the player rather than the choosing option.”
“The game has a zodiac theme and a small star mascot that narrates the story and shows you the game mechanics.”
“Apparently, there is no save mechanic.”
“Fair play to the developer for what I can say is a unique mechanic in a world flooded with Puyo, Tetris, and match-3 clones, but this needs a little more polish to really be more fun.”
“I am not sure how they could fix this game; the main problem is with the mechanic, which is the game itself.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story, featuring a zodiac theme and a small star mascot as the narrator, is largely considered forgettable and unengaging, leading many players to skip conversations entirely. The concept of enemies being star constellations fails to capture interest, diminishing the overall narrative experience.
“The 'story' is forgettable and the enemies being star constellations isn't very engaging.”
“The annoying star makes you skip the whole conversation because who really needs to know the story, right?”
“The game has a zodiac theme and a small star mascot that narrates the story and shows you the game mechanics.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-suited to its theme, enhancing the overall atmosphere without being overpowering or distracting.
“The music perfectly fits the theme of the game, creating an immersive atmosphere without being too loud or annoying.”
“I love how the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, complementing the gameplay beautifully.”
“The background music is engaging and adds depth to the game, making every moment feel more impactful.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the impactful choices players face, such as transforming a block into a gem that can clear multiple blocks of the same color, creating a sense of agency and satisfaction in gameplay.
