cyber_serpent

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writhing through the digital abyss, the cyber serpent musn't miss... snake meets twin-stick shooter. slither and shoot your way through endless waves of polygonal enemies for a high score in this modern take on retro classics. key_features classic snake gameplay with a modern twin-stick twist. left stick to move, right stick to shoot. also works with keyboard and mouse. infinite mode with onl…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

Highly addictive gameplay that encourages players to improve their scores and keep playing.
Smooth controls and a fun art style, enhanced by an engaging techno soundtrack.
Creative twist on the classic Snake game, combining elements of bullet hell and twin-stick shooter mechanics.

Some players found the game dull and not worth playing for extended periods.
There are reports of bugs and unresponsive elements in the pause menu, which can detract from the experience.
The gameplay can become overwhelming after a certain point, making it difficult to manage as the game progresses.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The gameplay of Cyber Serpent is praised for its smooth mechanics and engaging, fast-paced action that enhances the classic gaming experience. Players appreciate the layered decision-making and diverse bullet hell challenges, making it both entertaining and suitable for short play sessions. However, some users noted minor issues with the pause menu's responsiveness and the lack of a visual cooldown for certain abilities.
- “Really entertaining and challenging experience made possible by mechanics that add many layers to your decision making without overcomplicating and detracting from the classic game it builds upon.”
- “All of the different enemies paint a diverse bullet hell experience that continually ramps up as you improve, leading to gameplay that presses you to risk it all with every dash, turn, and shot.”
- “Given its simple, focused gameplay, it makes it perfect for playing while listening to an audiobook, or for a few minutes as an arcade game during your break.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many users noting its catchy beats that complement the fast-paced gameplay. The combination of fun art style, sound design, and vibrant music creates an addicting atmosphere that keeps players engaged and motivated to achieve high scores. Overall, the music is described as musically stunning and a key element of the game's appeal.
- “The music provides a great immersion.”
- “A fun art style, good sound design, and music that will have you bopping to the beat in the same way the cursor in-game does make for an overall extremely satisfying experience that will keep you grinding for your next high score.”
- “It's a fun, addicting game with snazzy music and nice colors and effects!”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their fun and engaging art style, which complements the gameplay effectively. Users appreciate the vibrant visuals and sound design, contributing to an overall satisfying experience that enhances the competitive aspect of the game.
- “The art style perfectly matches the game.”
- “A fun art style, good sound design, and music that will have you bopping to the beat in the same way the cursor in-game does make for an overall extremely satisfying experience that will keep you grinding for your next high score.”
- “Pretty fun twist for the snake game, with really good visuals and sounds, and a fun way to try to climb up the leaderboard.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect enjoyable due to the engaging art style, appealing sound design, and catchy music, which collectively create a satisfying experience that motivates them to continue playing for higher scores.