BLAST-AXIS
- July 30, 2019
- MAX Softworks
Get on Steam"BLAST-AXIS" is a 3D zero-gravity shooter where you pilot a wrecking drone and utilize six degrees of freedom movement for highly responsive and swift maneuvers. Salvage destructive weapons and useful items, and dual-wield a diverse arsenal to engage in frantic battles and save the Phobean moon from destruction. Restore power by welding fuse boxes and open new paths to reach the exit airlock in twisted, turning levels.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features tight and responsive controls, providing a satisfying and tactile gameplay experience.
- It offers a unique set of enemies and a good variety of weapons, making combat engaging and fun to master.
- The atmosphere, visual style, and level design are generally well-received, with some levels being visually striking and enjoyable to navigate.
- The game suffers from clunky movement and a lack of visual clarity, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Level design can be confusing at times, and the map may not always be helpful, making navigation difficult.
- There are issues with freezing during gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a tactile experience due to the weighty feel of inputs and flexible control options, complemented by tight controls and a strong sense of speed.
“The weighty feel of your inputs and the flexibility of your control options result in an extremely tactile gameplay experience.”
“Really good gameplay, tight controls, and a great sense of speed.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its wonderfully creepy exploration, complemented by excellent sound design and music that enhances the experience. Reviewers note the tight controls and satisfying weapon mechanics, alongside impressive level design that contributes to a compelling and immersive environment. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that motivates players for multiple playthroughs.
“The trailer does not emphasize enough the wonderfully creepy atmosphere of exploring the game world.”
“Controls are tight and responsive, weapons are meaty and satisfying, the atmosphere and music are great with a sound design that reminds me of Inferno 2.”
“The level design is quite good too, with nice music and a great atmosphere within the levels.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience and drawing comparisons to the sound design of "Inferno 2." Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack complements the tight controls and engaging level design, contributing to a satisfying gameplay experience.
“The atmosphere and music are great, with a sound design that reminds me of Inferno 2.”
“The level design is quite good too, with nice music and a great atmosphere within the levels.”
“Controls are tight and responsive, and the music adds to the overall experience.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game generally runs smoothly at high frame rates, but users have reported multiple freezes, with one player experiencing five freezes during a four-hour campaign session.
“I had 5 freezes during the four hours it took me to get through the campaign on the first difficulty.”
“Aside from those freezes, the game was running buttery smooth at 200+ fps at 1440p.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are highlighted for their vibrant cel-shaded aesthetic, which appeals to players seeking a visually striking experience.
“I got this game to use with my Thrustmaster T1600M, and I was drawn to the bright cel-shaded aesthetic.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as minimal and lacking depth, with many users noting that it feels quite light and underdeveloped.
“The story feels very light and lacks depth.”
“There isn't much substance to the narrative.”
“The plot is underdeveloped and fails to engage.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players feel that the game's advertising is misleading and does not effectively convey the reasons to purchase and engage with the game, suggesting a disconnect between marketing and actual gameplay experience.
“The game's advertising does not accurately depict why I felt the need to buy and play this game.”
“The monetization system feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra money.”
