CRISIS Command
- September 20, 2024
- GhostUrsa
In CRISIS Command, embark on a mission to save Yukrea, an island nation under invasion, by battling enemies and stealing their powers. Rescue trapped civilians to unlock upgrades and hidden abilities, with your choices determining the nation's fate. Experience a nostalgic platformer with fast-paced combat and pixel art.
Reviews
- The game features smooth and responsive controls, making navigation intuitive and enjoyable.
- The soundtrack is engaging and complements the retro atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game successfully captures the essence of classic platformers while introducing modern enhancements, offering a fun and nostalgic experience.
- The level design can feel nonsensical at times, with some areas lacking enemies or environmental challenges, disrupting the pacing.
- There are several bugs and issues, including problems with cutscene navigation and occasional crashes.
- The in-game text can be difficult to read, impacting immersion and understanding of the story.
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its standout quality and ability to enhance the retro atmosphere and action. Comparisons to classic Mega Man soundtracks highlight its appeal, and it is considered a solid aspect of the overall experience.
“The soundtrack of Crisis Command is a standout feature.”
“The music complements the action perfectly and enhances the retro atmosphere.”
“The graphics, music, and storyline are solid.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's pixel graphics are clean and evoke a classic aesthetic that appeals to genre fans, but some reviewers feel that the art style lacks detail, particularly in character portraits, which could enhance depth and memorability. Overall, while the graphics are solid, there is room for improvement in intricacy.
“The graphics, music, and storyline are solid.”
“The game's pixel art is clean and simple, evoking a classic aesthetic that fans of the genre will appreciate.”
“I know you're working with pixel graphics, but there must be some way around this.”
“But there are moments where I thought the art style could benefit from additional detail, particularly in the character portraits.”
“More intricate visuals could have added depth and personality to the characters, making them more memorable.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of thoughtfully designed levels that combine platforming challenges and enemy encounters, keeping it engaging and fun. While some controls lack clear explanations, the overall mechanics are smooth and tight, complemented by creative enemy designs that enhance the experience.
“It has some fun wrinkles and additions to the classic gameplay you would expect.”
“The level designs are thoughtfully crafted, offering a mix of platforming challenges and enemy encounters, and I found this kept the gameplay engaging.”
“The gameplay is fun and the controls feel tight.”
“Some controls are not explained clearly during gameplay.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The pacing of the game is inconsistent, making it frustrating to play.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, featuring a relevant narrative about AI in the future that complements the game's solid graphics and music. Players appreciate the engaging plot alongside smooth controls and a retro aesthetic, though some reviews suggest a lack of depth in the storytelling.
“So don’t even ask me about the story.”
“The graphics, music, and storyline are solid.”
“Good: as mentioned, smooth controls; cool retro look/music; interesting baddies/boss; relevant story involving AI in the future.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs that affect gameplay.
“The game is buggy.”
“I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay.”
“There are constant glitches that make it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is enhanced by a well-complemented musical score that effectively captures and amplifies the retro vibe of the game.
“The music complements the action perfectly and enhances the retro atmosphere.”
“The game's environment is so immersive that I felt like I was truly part of its world.”
“Every detail, from the lighting to the sound design, creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”