Citadel Stormer 2

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Citadel Stormer 2 is a single player arcade platformer game. It was developed by Unearthly Resilience Games and was released on May 16, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Citadel Stormer 2 is an explosive retro-styled run & gun action platformer set in a world ruled by a tyrannical AI. Old School platformer action - Jump and dash past insta-kill traps. Blast through enemies. Collect ammo and health. Make it to the exit in one piece. And enjoy the fine balance between platforming and combat! 38 levels set in 6 unique environments - Eliminate all threats in the ch…

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

Citadel Stormer 2 features engaging retro visuals and a nostalgic gameplay style reminiscent of classic platformers, with a variety of weapons and enemies that keep the experience fresh.
The game offers a challenging yet rewarding experience, with a password system that allows players to resume from the start of each level, adding to its retro charm.
Players appreciate the tight controls and the satisfaction of defeating enemies, as well as the progression system that unlocks new abilities and weapons throughout the game.

The game's difficulty can feel unfair at times, particularly due to limited ammunition and the respawning of enemies, which can lead to frustrating situations.
Some players find the level design repetitive and uninspired, with certain mechanics, like the shield and dash, feeling unreliable or underutilized.
The music and sound design are often described as repetitive and unmemorable, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Citadel Stormer 2 is a blend of retro-inspired mechanics and modern design, featuring responsive controls and a variety of unlockable weapons and abilities that enhance the experience. While some players appreciate the exploration elements and the challenge presented by the ammo and keycard systems, others find certain mechanics, like the shield and dash, to be less enjoyable or unreliable. Overall, the game offers a solid and challenging platforming experience, though it could benefit from further refinement in some areas.
- “You'll unlock more weapons and abilities such as dash and shield while you progress, which keeps the gameplay interesting.”
- “The flow is good, your character controls are spot-on, and the key card mechanic injects just the right amount of freeform exploration into these fundamentally linear stages.”
- “I recommend Citadel Stormer 2 to everyone who is looking for a solid, challenging retro platformer with tight gameplay.”
- “The gameplay was... alright.”
- “But part of it is from some not-quite-there game mechanics and design choices, a general lack of refinement and absence of tightened screws.”
- “Defeated bosses also drop special 'keys', which according to the story, are required to access the last area, but otherwise have no functionality in terms of gameplay.”
story
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The story is described as a simple and familiar narrative, heavily influenced by classic themes like AI gone rogue, reminiscent of the Terminator franchise. While some reviewers find it effective and fitting for the game's tone, others criticize it for lacking originality and depth, labeling it as a repetitive tale that doesn't significantly enhance gameplay. Overall, it serves its purpose but may not offer a unique experience for players seeking a fresh storyline.
- “I definitely would have to start with the story: simple and effective.”
- “The story is light but also fitting for the influences it carries and is fun and does well to set the tone.”
- “The story involves a classic AI-turned-rogue situation.”
- “That sounds like a basic story that has been told many times.”
- “It's a story that's been done a hundred times already, and the take here isn't very unique.”
- “The story is a copy paste from Terminator’s Skynet.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as serviceable, featuring a repetitive beat that complements the atmosphere but lacks memorability. While some reviewers appreciate the heavy metal synth tracks and their retro inspiration, others find the music to be short and unremarkable, leading to mixed overall impressions.
- “The music is excellent too!”
- “Citadel Stormer 2 is a game inspired by retro PC games, and it replicates it perfectly with its graphics, gameplay, and music.”
- “The crisp controls, colorful retro-styled pixel graphics, heavy metal synth music, and the overall design of the game work together to make the game shine.”
- “The music is serviceable.”
- “I feel like the music tracks were roughly 15 seconds long.”
- “The music is a repetitive, driving beat that fits the game's atmosphere.”
graphics
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The graphics of Citadel Stormer are a blend of retro and modern styles, featuring colorful pixel art and a clean, chunky aesthetic that appeals to fans of classic PC games. While some players appreciate the nostalgic visuals and variety of environments, others find the art style somewhat blocky and repetitive, particularly in character design. Overall, the game successfully captures the essence of old-school graphics while incorporating contemporary effects, contributing to its engaging gameplay experience.
- “Where Citadel Stormer really shines are the visuals of the different worlds combined with the variety of weapons and enemies.”
- “I find the graphics really appealing, very retro-styled but modern, clean, chunky, and high-res - a nice juxtaposition, with plenty of little modern-day effects to spice things up.”
- “The crisp controls, colorful retro-styled pixel graphics, heavy metal synth music, and the overall design of the game work together to make the game shine.”
- “It served its purpose, but it was kind of repetitive... and well, the art style is, to me at least, a bit blocky, especially with the human characters.”
- “The visuals are very old-school, so old-school that I’m thinking that old school stole the poor graphics from this game.”
- “Never mind the cute kiddy graphics, this is a challenging game with ammo management and platforming.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a repetitive, driving musical score that effectively complements the overall experience.
- “The music features a repetitive, driving beat that perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
- “The immersive sound design creates a haunting ambiance that draws you deeper into the experience.”
- “The visuals and lighting work together to create a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently rate the game's replayability highly, with many giving it a perfect score of 10/10, indicating that the experience remains engaging and enjoyable across multiple playthroughs.
- “The replay value is a solid 10/10!”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that both the Legion Go and Steam Deck maintain low temperatures even after four hours of gameplay, indicating effective optimization for prolonged use.
- “Performance: low temperatures after 4 hours of gameplay on Legion Go and Steam Deck!”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I love how the game runs efficiently, maintaining high frame rates without sacrificing visual quality.”
- “The optimization is severely lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I experienced significant lag and long loading times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The game runs poorly on lower-end hardware, making it nearly unplayable for many users.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development received mixed feedback, with some users appreciating the overall aesthetic while expressing dissatisfaction with the character designs, describing them as somewhat too squared and lacking in appeal.

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Citadel Stormer 2 is a arcade platformer game.

Citadel Stormer 2 is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Citadel Stormer 2.

Citadel Stormer 2 was released on May 16, 2024.

Citadel Stormer 2 was developed by Unearthly Resilience Games.

Citadel Stormer 2 has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Citadel Stormer 2 is a single player game.

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