BloodDome99
- February 5, 2023
- HalftoneGaming
- 5h median play time
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Windows
Reviews
- Engaging and addictive gameplay with a unique money-management mechanic that enhances strategy.
- Vibrant retro aesthetic and a killer soundtrack that evoke nostalgia and enhance the overall experience.
- Diverse range of weapons and unlockable perks that keep the gameplay fresh and exciting.
- Performance issues can arise, leading to choppy gameplay during intense action sequences.
- Balancing issues with weapons and enemy difficulty can make the game feel stale after a few runs.
- The requirement to toggle auto-aim can be frustrating for players who prefer a more traditional control scheme.
- graphics13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a vibrant retro aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for classic gaming eras, blending elements reminiscent of the Atari 2600 and Commodore 64. While the visuals are engaging and well-executed, some players note occasional performance issues due to the abundance of on-screen effects. Overall, the art style and atmosphere contribute significantly to the game's addictive and immersive experience.
“An unique graphics and atmosphere mixed with violent combat.”
“The game's aesthetic flows through the entire game like water - it's positively entrenched in that dystopian 1980s feel, and I relished it.”
“Basic rogue-like gameplay with fantastic retro graphics.”
“Graphically, we're sitting somewhere between the Atari 2600 and NES level, but with the ability to push far more sprites onto the screen at once, with the occasional blooming effect for show.”
“It's a top-down arena shooter roguelike with Commodore 64 graphics, synthesized audio, and a killer soundtrack.”
“An engaging, exciting, fast-paced, top-down shooter, done in a radical 80s retro style aesthetic from the visuals down to the audio.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with many users highlighting its great soundtrack that ranges from good to excellent, particularly enjoying the retro beats reminiscent of Commodore 64 graphics. Players appreciate the ability to unlock and switch between various tracks, ensuring a fresh experience, and many express a desire for an official soundtrack release. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gameplay experience, contributing to its nostalgic and engaging atmosphere.
“Great soundtrack.”
“The music runs from good to great, depending on which track you choose via vending machine upgrades.”
“Highly recommend it as the experience speaks for itself (the soundtrack goes hard, by the way).”
“I don’t want to pay for in-game music, but the irony isn’t lost on me.”
“The level music is such a vibe, but it feels like it could use more variety.”
“While the retro theme gives me nostalgia vibes, the music can get repetitive.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its addictive and well-balanced mechanics, featuring a unique loop that combines enemy combat with money management and upgrades. Players enjoy the challenging difficulty and nostalgic 80s vibes, making each run engaging and fresh without becoming stale. Overall, it is regarded as an excellent roguelike experience.
“Awesome gameplay loop, doesn’t get stale.”
“The cheesy 80s vibes are immaculate and the gameplay is too addicting.”
“Very good roguelike, well balanced, unique abilities, addictive gameplay.”
“The gameplay revolves around killing enemies to gain money and experience points. When you level up, you spend the money you've earned on upgrades. Once you reach $300,000, the final boss spawns, and you must defeat it while still having $300,000 to win the run.”
“The gameplay features a unique loop centered around money management.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game currently faces performance issues, particularly with choppy gameplay during intense moments, despite its appealing art style and innovative mechanics. However, the developer is actively addressing these optimization concerns, which is encouraging for players.
“Now, this game is a rogue-like, which it uses as a strength because you can choose different buffs, giving a weapon different performance characteristics.”
“Awesome game! I love the art style and the spin it takes on the vampire survivor-like genre. My only critique is that it can be somewhat unoptimized; with all the effects going on screen, it can become choppy at times for a 2D game.”
“At the moment, I have performance issues, but I'm glad the developer is actively trying to help.”
“At the moment, I have performance issues, but thankfully the developer is actively trying to help.”
“Awesome game! I love the art style and the spin it takes on the vampire survivor-like genre. My only critique is that it is somewhat unoptimized; with all the effects going on screen, it can become choppy at times for a 2D game.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly addictive and offers significant replayability due to its diverse weapons, which support various playing styles and encourage players to experiment with different strategies in each match.
“This game is very addictive and super replayable.”
“The different weapons that you can get during the match all lend themselves to different playing styles, so there is a lot of replay value.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its unique graphics that enhance the experience, creating a compelling backdrop for the intense and violent combat.
“A unique blend of graphics and atmosphere that enhances the intensity of the violent combat.”
“The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into a world filled with tension and excitement.”
“The game's atmosphere perfectly complements its gameplay, creating a captivating experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated for its retro charm and fun, addictive nature, with many users finding it genuinely funny. Additionally, players feel that the game is priced lower than its entertainment value suggests, enhancing its appeal.
“Addictive, fun, retro, and funny, this game is priced lower than it should be.”
