Breakout Invaders
- April 24, 2015
- DreamsSoftGames
Get on Steam"Breakout Invaders" is a fun fusion between two classic game genres: "Breakout" and "Space Invaders".
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game combines two classic genres, Breakout and Space Invaders, offering a unique twist that can be enjoyable for fans of both.
- There is a good variety of levels and power-ups, which can add some fun and challenge to the gameplay.
- The concept has potential, and some players find it engaging enough to play for short bursts.
- The graphics are low quality and the sound effects are often described as grating and repetitive, detracting from the overall experience.
- The controls and physics are poorly implemented, leading to frustrating gameplay where the ball behaves unpredictably.
- Many players report numerous bugs, crashes, and a lack of polish, making the game feel unfinished and tedious.
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely criticized for being low-quality, with a fixed low resolution and a retro aesthetic that feels outdated, reminiscent of games from the late 1990s. Users noted issues such as graphical bugs, jerky movement, and a lack of resolution settings, leading to a sluggish gameplay experience. Overall, the visuals are deemed inadequate and uninspired, failing to meet modern standards or offer any innovation in the genre.
“Breakout Invaders is a breakout/space invaders arcade game featuring 3D graphics and a variety of weapons and upgrades as you destroy a series of 3D structures and moving blocks.”
“What I would call 'extreme retro' right down to the graphics style.”
“The third in the series had a major graphics update.”
“While an attempt was made at decent 3D graphics, it's very low poly and fixed low resolution, far below minimum standards for PC.”
“4:3, no resolution settings, bad menus, graphical bugs, jerky movement (not sure if low framerate or just faulty design), looks like a game from 1998, uninspired gameplay that adds nothing to the breakout genre.”
“Some freeware versions have been more challenging and look better graphically than this game.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with users criticizing it as a disjointed collection of mini-games rather than a cohesive experience, suffering from poor design choices, graphical issues, and lack of resolution options. While some acknowledge solid mechanics, the overall impression is that the game fails to innovate within the breakout genre and prioritizes quantity over quality.
“It's a good game with solid mechanics.”
“It really makes it feel like a collection of mini games instead of modes built around the basic mechanics of breakout and would have benefited from having them as extra features instead of being forced into the base game.”
“It's a shame, it could have been a decent little throwback but the devs spread themselves too thin and chose quantity over the quality of the gameplay.”
“4:3, no resolution settings, bad menus, graphical bugs, jerky movement (not sure if low framerate or just faulty design), looks like a game from 1998, uninspired gameplay that adds nothing to the breakout genre.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable while others describe it as repetitive and lacking variety. Overall, it stands out as one of the few positive aspects amidst criticisms of poor development and graphics.
“The music in this game is absolutely fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
“The variety of music tracks keeps things fresh and engaging throughout the game.”
“The game suffers from poor development; it feels like it was made by a team of one or two people—no offense to indie development. The music is quite repetitive.”
“The music lacks variety and quickly becomes tiresome, detracting from the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack is uninspired and fails to enhance the gameplay, making it feel monotonous.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be initially enjoyable but quickly devolve into tedium, with many expressing that it becomes boring before reaching level 3. The early stages are fun for a short period, but the experience shifts from relaxing to monotonous within about 20 minutes.
“Should be a fun and innovative throwback, but it just turns tedious and boring before you even hit level 3.”
“First battles can get a bit tedious waiting for the game to speed up.”
“Fun for about 20 minutes, at which point it goes from relaxing to tedious.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While it may evoke some nostalgia, many users find it difficult to recommend due to its frequent technical problems.
“With the amount of buggy hits and the sheer ear destruction that this game causes, I couldn't recommend it to anyone.”
“5/10 has some nostalgia, but it's not a very good game due to a lot of errors and glitches.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story features varied missions, such as breaking blocks and defending them from alien attacks, providing a light and engaging narrative experience. It is well-suited for short play sessions, making it a good complement to more extensive story-driven titles.
“The story takes unexpected turns, keeping you engaged and eager to see what happens next.”
“The narrative is rich and immersive, making you feel like a part of the world.”
“Each mission offers a unique twist on the gameplay, blending storytelling with action seamlessly.”
“The story feels disjointed, with missions that lack a coherent narrative flow.”
“The plot is thin and fails to engage, making it hard to care about the characters or their struggles.”
“There are moments where the story seems to contradict itself, leaving players confused about the overall direction.”
