Avenger Sharks
- February 21, 2024
- Mewcenary
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Get on itch.io StoreAvenger Sharks is a retro twin-stick shooter. Featuring sharks. OUT FOR VENGEANCE! Your fishy friends have been kidnapped (fish-napped?) by evil forces. Battle wave after wave of enemies as you fight to rescue them. Increase your chances by collecting power-ups, health potions and UPGRADES as you progress. Invoke FISH FRENZY as needed to even the odds, as well as any trusty friends you find …
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Reviews
- Fast-paced gameplay with modern graphics and easy controls, making it accessible and enjoyable.
- High replay value due to the scoring system, encouraging players to improve their personal bests.
- Free to play, providing a fun experience without any financial commitment.
- Frequent difficult battles and overwhelming enemy spawns can make gameplay frustrating.
- Lack of health drops and power-ups can lead to challenging situations without adequate recovery options.
- Repetitive music and limited variety in soundtracks may detract from the overall experience.
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music, though repetitive, effectively encourages movement and adds to the overall enjoyment of the short experience, making it a positive aspect for players.
“While the music is the same track on repeat, it made me want to groove and move, so that's always a plus!”
“It's a short experience, so repetitive music isn't really a problem for me.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are modern and visually appealing, complementing the fast-paced gameplay. Players appreciate the smooth transitions between locations, enhanced by easy-to-use controls.
“The game features fast-paced action with modern graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
“The controls are easy to master, allowing players to smoothly navigate from location to location.”
“The visual design is stunning, making each transition from point A to B to C visually engaging.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users generally perceive stability in the game as inconsistent, with many noting the presence of glitches that add a quirky charm rather than detracting from the experience. While some embrace these imperfections, others may find them disruptive to gameplay.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are so many bugs that it feels like the game was released in an unfinished state.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a strong resistance to microtransactions and loot boxes, with players expressing a desire to combat the prevalence of pay-to-win mechanics in games. Many view these monetization strategies as detrimental to the gaming experience, advocating for a more balanced approach.
“Together, we shall weather the storm of microtransactions and loot boxes, standing tall against the tide of pay-to-win villains like noble knights in a digital crusade.”
“The game is riddled with microtransactions that feel exploitative, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra money.”
“Loot boxes are everywhere, and it feels like the developers are more interested in profit than player experience.”
“The pay-to-win mechanics ruin the balance of the game, leaving those who don't spend money at a significant disadvantage.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's replayability due to its scoring system, which encourages them to continually improve their performance and strive for personal bests. This focus on achieving higher scores motivates repeated playthroughs.
“The emphasis on scoring adds to the replay value of the game, allowing you to challenge yourself to achieve higher scores and set new personal bests.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making you want to dive back in and explore different paths.”
“The game features multiple endings and unlockable content, encouraging players to replay and discover everything it has to offer.”
“The emphasis on a score adds to the replay value of the game, as you can push yourself to get a higher score and beat your personal best.”
“Once you've completed the game, there isn't much incentive to play it again, as the story doesn't change and the challenges feel repetitive.”
“While the game offers a few different modes, they don't significantly alter the experience, making it feel less rewarding to replay.”
