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Cuboid Keeper

61%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, music
100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

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To be rewarded with the forbidden secret, one must first defeat a powerful being known as the Guardian of the Cube. You are the Guardian. The secret of the Cube is under your protection !

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
story4 positive mentions
  • The game features well-crafted gameplay with smooth controls, vibrant graphics, and an engaging story that enhances the overall experience.
  • Players appreciate the balance of challenge, providing a sense of accomplishment without causing frustration, making it enjoyable for a wide range of skill levels.
  • The customization options for the guardian character allow for personalized gameplay, adding depth and strategy to the twin-stick shooter mechanics.
  • The game is relatively obscure and may not receive the attention it deserves, leading to fewer players giving it a chance.
  • Some players find the controls for shooting and movement to be slow and unresponsive at times, which can detract from the fast-paced action.
  • The soundtrack, while not bad, is considered by some to be of lower quality, reminiscent of older MIDI music, which may not appeal to all players.
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the title is characterized by its engaging and challenging mechanics, featuring a top-down twin-stick shooter format that allows for character customization and strategic upgrades. Players appreciate the balance of simple yet complex gameplay, with action-packed levels and a unique mechanic that requires players to pause shooting to collect multipliers. Overall, the game promises hours of entertainment with its fun and dynamic gameplay experience.

    • “With great visual and audio effects and challenging gameplay, the title will bring hours of entertainment.”
    • “[h1][i]Cuboid Keeper[/i] is a top-down twin-stick shooter that really thrives on simple gameplay with subtle complexity, action-packed levels, and a fair amount of challenge to any gamer looking for the next best indie title on Steam.”
    • “The bosses are also fairly simple in design, but work well with the story and the gameplay.”
    • “The customizable protagonist that the player controls allows for the player to shape the gameplay to his or her liking, giving the game a different feel for each individual who plays.”
    • “+simple but game-altering ship-building mechanic in between levels”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its ability to enhance the action and overall experience. However, some users feel that the soundtrack could benefit from higher quality EDM or techno elements, as it has a nostalgic but somewhat dated MIDI feel. Overall, the sound effects and music are considered beautifully crafted and effectively complement the gameplay.

    • “Congratulations to the dev and musicians.”
    • “The music is awesome and the sound effects are great too.”
    • “Complementing the game is a really upbeat and intense soundtrack that helps to keep the player on his or her toes.”
    • “The one thing I would change maybe is the soundtrack.”
    • “I think it would benefit from some higher quality EDM/techno music.”
    • “I'm sure licensed music is expensive and original music even more so.”
  • story
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in *Cuboid Keeper* is well-crafted and engaging, featuring a guardian defending a mysterious cube, which adds depth to the gameplay. Players appreciate the humor and multiple perspectives woven into the narrative, enhancing the overall experience. While the story is intriguing, some users noted that unlocking certain story points requires playing levels on harder difficulties, which may affect accessibility.

    • “It tells an interesting story of a guardian defending a mysterious cube and its secret, a very good idea for this kind of game.”
    • “The witty story written in to tie the game together is fun to read through.”
    • “The story is fairly well-written with a mild hint of humor to tie everything together.”
    • “Strip down the story and the extras, [i]Cuboid Keeper[/i] is a really nice top-down twin-stick shooter with a fairly wide variety of level designs, each its own arena survival experience that changes the further on you get into the game.”
    • “The need to play some levels on hard to unlock certain points of the story and following levels.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics are praised for their vibrancy, cleanliness, and appealing design, contributing to a solid gaming experience. While initial impressions may vary, many players find the visuals to be a standout feature, enhanced by colorful effects and a well-executed user interface.

    • “Graphics are very nice and clean.”
    • “The music and sound effects, as well as the graphics, are beautifully done.”
    • “To be honest, at first I was going to remove it from my wishlist because I didn't like the graphics, but then I saw some gameplay videos on YouTube and I told myself: 'Well, let's give it a chance.'”
    • “Everything feels nicely done, from GUI, controls, level design, graphics, upgrade system, music... it feels solid.”
    • “+vibrant graphics”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers moderate replayability, with some users noting it may not be the most replayable title compared to others in the genre. However, the inclusion of reasonable achievements, including challenging ones, adds an incentive for players to revisit the game. Overall, it is worth trying, as individual enjoyment may vary.

    • “The achievements are reasonable, with some that are really difficult, which promotes replay value.”
    • “I have experience with games like Steredenn and Enter the Gungeon, and while this game may not have the highest replayability, I believe it deserves a chance; you might enjoy it too.”
    • “The variety of challenges and different playstyles keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “I have also played games like Steredenn, Enter the Gungeon, etc., so I have experience when I say this game is good. Maybe it is not the one with the most replayability, but I think that at least you should give it a chance; maybe you will like it too.”
    • “+ Achievements that are reasonable, with some that are really difficult to promote replay value.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is subtle and well-integrated into the story, enhancing the overall narrative without overpowering it.

    • “The story is fairly well-written with a mild hint of humor to tie everything together.”
    • “The game is filled with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the humor is seamlessly integrated into the gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”

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