Breakout Epilepsia

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Breakout Epilepsia is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by Quetzalcoutl and was released on May 5, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Breakout: Epilepsia This Game May Trigger Epilepsy: The game is called Epilepsia for a reason. It contains rapidly flashing lights, repeated patterns, and intense visual effects that may affect people with photosensitivity or epilepsy. If you are prone to seizures, or if you believe this game could cause you harm, we strongly advise against playing it. Play responsibly and take care of your hea…

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Audience ScoreBased on 59 reviews

music4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable boss battles that provide a unique challenge and great atmosphere.
It has a fun and simple gameplay style reminiscent of classic Breakout, making it a good time killer.
The visuals and soundtrack are appealing, contributing to an overall enjoyable aesthetic experience.

The ball physics can be frustrating, often leading to unpredictable bounces that detract from gameplay.
Controls are awkward, particularly with the paddle movement, making it difficult to steer the ball effectively.
The game can be visually overwhelming with its flashing effects, which may not be suitable for players with sensitivity to such stimuli.

gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is a polarizing mix of classic breakout mechanics infused with frustrating gimmicks and intense boss fights that some players find enjoyable, while others deem it unfair and simplistic. The aggressive black-and-white color swapping adds a disorienting element, but opinions vary on its impact on overall enjoyment. Despite its flaws, the fast-paced nature and unique character designs keep some players engaged, though many express a desire for more depth and variety in mechanics.
- “Breakout on steroids with an interesting visual style. I really liked the characters present in the game and the fast-paced gameplay feel.”
- “Sure, it has its flaws, but it delivers a refreshing twist on classic gameplay.”
- “Despite its simple gameplay, the difficulty ramps up as you progress, to the point where you get hooked and your fingers start to hurt—but that’s part of the magic.”
- “The gameplay consists of breakout with gimmicks that make the game more frustrating and unfair, and boss fights that are just button mashing and dodging side to side.”
- “This game has a 7-second loop of music that drives you insane, a slow and uninteresting story, and boring breakout gameplay before you can get to the boss fights which are actually extremely fun.”
- “The epilepsy effects add nothing to the game; they just flash black and white - thematically and mechanically, they have no reason to be there.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cool soundtrack and aesthetic, while others find it repetitive and grating, often leading to frustration. Many users express a desire for a mute option due to the short, looping tracks that can become annoying over time. Overall, while the music has its fans, it seems to detract from the experience for a significant number of players.
- “Cool and fun simple game with a good soundtrack.”
- “It is fun and has a great aesthetic with nice art and music.”
- “I fell dizzy, my hand hurts and the music is stuck in my head.”
- “Overall, the game could have potential if the physics were fixed and the music wasn't so grating.”
- “This game has a 7-second loop of music that drives you insane, a slow and uninteresting story, and boring breakout gameplay before you can get to the boss fights, which are actually extremely fun.”
- “Needs a mute button since the music is the kind that makes you want to mute your entire system audio; it's 8 notes on a constant loop and the second level one is so jarring.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising its fun aesthetic, nice art, and bold black-and-white design, while others criticize the visuals as basic and poorly executed. The overall aesthetic is noted to enhance the gameplay experience, though there are calls for further visual expansion and improvement.
- “It is fun and has a great aesthetic with nice art and music.”
- “I loved the aesthetics of those levels.”
- “Visuals are a great touch.”
- “It honestly feels like this guy followed some random beginner YouTube tutorial: the mechanics are super basic, the graphics are bad, and he threw in sexualized characters just to get attention.”
- “I would not mind seeing further expansion of visuals, levels, and mechanics.”
- “Breakout Epilepsia is a retro-inspired arcade game that blends classic breakout mechanics with intense boss fights and a bold black-and-white aesthetic.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and unengaging, with characters' expressions failing to align with their dialogue. While some players note a hidden narrative that unfolds through gameplay, many feel that the overall storytelling is lacking and could benefit from more depth and coherence.
- “Visually, it may look deceiving, but there's actually a pretty solid story behind it, which you’ll uncover as you play through each level muahahaha.”
- “I liked the simple animations; they eventually help tell the story.”
- “The story is practically non-existent, and the expressions of these characters don't even match what they are saying in the oh-so-needed dialogue.”
- “This game has a slow and uninteresting story, and boring breakout gameplay before you can get to the boss fights, which are actually extremely fun.”
- “There's a lot to be desired, like story elements.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely hilarious and enjoyable, while others feel it can be frustrating at times. Despite its shortcomings, many recommend the game for its comedic elements, particularly in the context of challenging gameplay moments.
- “This game is not that good, but I would recommend it anyway because it's hilarious.”
- “Great humor, wifus 10/10.”
- “Sometimes it feels funny annoying, and sometimes it's just frustrating.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere during boss battles is highly praised, characterized by intense and engaging encounters that feature progressively challenging attack patterns.
- “The boss battles have a fantastic atmosphere, featuring progressively harder attack patterns that keep you engaged.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “Every location in the game has a unique atmosphere that enhances the storytelling and keeps you captivated.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development received mixed feedback, with some users expressing a desire for more engaging mechanics to enhance the experience. While the character designs and victory animations were generally viewed as satisfactory, there is a call for deeper integration of character progression elements.