Astro Sentai Jarbonder

About

It's a bullet-hell spaceship shooter. Can you survive the battlefield? Let's prove your shooting skills!

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Play Modes

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

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Astro Sentai Jarbonder is a fun and challenging space shooter that offers a nostalgic retro experience.
The game is completely free, showcasing the developer's dedication to making it accessible to everyone.
Mechanically well-made with a good difficulty curve, providing a satisfying challenge for players.

The visual quality is extremely low, resembling a construction kit template rather than a polished game.
Currently lacks keyboard support, making it unplayable for some users.
The soundtrack is considered annoying and detracts from the overall experience.

graphics
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art instead of modern visuals, while others appreciate the fast-paced gameplay complemented by contemporary graphics and user-friendly controls.
- “Fast-paced game with modern graphics and easy controls that seamlessly transitions from location to location.”
- “The graphics are stunning and truly enhance the overall gaming experience.”
- “The vibrant colors and detailed environments make the game visually captivating.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the random musical notes and overall soundtrack to evoke NES nostalgia, while others describe it as annoying and lacking in quality.
- “Just sat there in the middle of the screen playing random musical notes.”
- “The soundtrack is awful, very true to giving you an NES nostalgia experience, but I wish they would have at least used something not quite as annoying.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics, offering an engaging and well-crafted experience in the space shooter genre.
- “Mechanically, it's a really well-made space shooter.”
story
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The story is noted for providing a well-balanced challenge, particularly highlighted in the extra mission, which adds depth to the overall narrative experience.