Dash Fleet

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Dash Fleet is a single player action game. It was developed by phime studio LLC and was released on April 10, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

Dash Fleet is a simple and fun dashing action game.

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40%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

optimization3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Dash Fleet offers a simple and easy-to-learn gameplay experience, making it accessible for casual gamers.
The game features a charming retro 2D pixel art style that appeals to nostalgia and runs smoothly on most machines.
Players can enjoy collecting Steam Trading Cards and achievements, adding a layer of engagement to the gameplay.

The game suffers from significant bugs, including broken achievements and infinite point exploits, which detract from the overall experience.
Gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, with limited sound variety and a lack of engaging content to keep players invested long-term.
Many players feel that the game is more suited for mobile platforms and lacks the depth and value expected from PC titles.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is characterized as simple and accessible, featuring easy controls, but it suffers from repetitiveness and lacks depth for long-term engagement. Additionally, some animations, such as the death animations for certain characters, feel generic and detract from the overall experience.
- “Not to mention the gameplay is that of a mobile app, and the unicorn's and bee's 'death' animation is parrot feathers flying everywhere, instead of a custom one like the bat has.”
- “Simple, basic game with easy controls, but somewhat difficult long-term gameplay.”
- “Fairly repetitive gameplay.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's chiptune soundtrack is described as pleasant and relaxing, though somewhat limited and repetitive over time. While it may not be groundbreaking, it fits well within the genre's expectations.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The chiptune music is nice but a little repetitive after a while.”
- “The game has a very limited chiptune soundtrack.”
- “Given the genre, I wasn’t expecting an award-winning soundtrack.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. However, it lacks a defined narrative structure, leaving some users feeling that it does not follow a traditional storyline.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “No exact storyline per se.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics of Dash Fleet feature a simple 16-bit 2D retro cartoon pixel art style, reminiscent of earlier gaming eras, and are powered by the Unity engine, enhancing the nostalgic feel.
- “The visuals, courtesy of the Unity engine, are a throwback to far simpler times.”
- “Dash Fleet has a simple 16-bit 2D retro cartoon pixel art style.”
- “The visuals (courtesy of the Unity engine) are a throwback to far simpler times.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is built on the Unity engine, allowing it to run smoothly on a wide range of machines, indicating good optimization for various hardware configurations.
- “It uses the Unity engine and runs smoothly on most machines.”
- “The game is well-optimized, providing a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, ensuring that the game performs well without sacrificing graphics quality.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is perceived positively, with reviewers indicating that it does not come across as a typical cash grab, suggesting a more thoughtful approach to pricing and in-game purchases.
- “I wouldn’t have agreed to review this title if I had considered it just another useless cash grab on Steam.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra money.”