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DEATHRUN TV

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85%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
85% User Score Based on 82 reviews

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About DEATHRUN TV

DEATHRUN TV is a single player arcade shooter game with comedy and violence themes. It was developed by Laser Dog and was released on June 1, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

The greatest gameshow on earth is here with breakneck speed, bullet dodging action and lots of guns. Put it all on the line for the (rogue)likes. And remember, the run is all that matters.

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85%Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews
music4 positive mentions
  • Fun and addictive gameplay that keeps players engaged with fast-paced action and a unique mechanic of rescuing prisoners.
  • Great visuals and a satisfying audio experience, with a soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
  • Strong nostalgic appeal for fans of classic twin-stick shooters like Smash TV, offering a modernized take on the genre.
  • Gameplay can become confusing due to excessive visual clutter, making it difficult to identify hazards and enemy spawns.
  • Difficulty spikes can feel unfair, with some players finding the game overly challenging without sufficient rewards for progression.
  • Control issues and lack of customization options can hinder the overall experience, leading to frustration during gameplay.

  • music

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    25% positive mentions, 56% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some users praising it as "rad" and adrenaline-pumping, enhancing the overall experience, while others criticize it as "bad." Overall, many agree that the soundtrack complements the game's excellent mechanics and presentation, contributing positively to the gameplay.

    • “The music is rad, the effects are gripping, and the game that follows more than lives up to the presentation.”
    • “The crowd is hyping your run, the music is ramping the adrenaline.”
    • “Good music, buttersmooth mechanics, satisfying pew pewzz and all.”
    • “Bad music.”
    • “Music?”
    • “Bad music.”

  • gameplay

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions

    Gameplay is characterized by simple yet addictive twin-stick mechanics focused on rescuing people, collecting weapons, and shooting enemies. Players find the action satisfying, though the lack of a complex upgrade system and the presence of a leaderboard mechanic can detract from the overall experience. The game features smooth controls and engaging music, enhancing the enjoyment of its straightforward gameplay loop.

    • “The mechanic of rescuing people is very fun and addicting.”
    • “Good music, buttersmooth mechanics, satisfying pew pewzz and all.”
    • “No involved metagame or complex upgrade system (seems like metaprogression is just score thresholds and accumulation towards unlocks and some goofy cosmetics), and passives seem fairly simple and not gameplay-changing, aside from the bullet-time dodge (which has a huge hidden cooldown, so you don't really know when it will happen after the first couple).”
    • “As with any twin-stick, the central mechanics are simple: collect weapons, shoot everything that moves, advance to the next stage and do it again.”
    • “Mechanically, shooting your way through hordes of freakish enemies is every bit as satisfying as you might hope.”

  • graphics

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are generally praised for their distinctiveness and aesthetic appeal, with unique enemies and arenas contributing to a vibrant visual experience. However, some users note that the visuals can become overly busy and confusing at times, though the overall design is considered effective. Comparisons to classic games highlight improvements in graphics and gameplay quality.

    • “Aesthetically, it's also very nice, as the enemies and arenas are all very distinctive.”
    • “The mechanics, presentation, music, graphics, controls, and music are incredible.”
    • “It doesn't all gel together perfectly - the visuals can get very busy and it will get confusing at times - but by and large the design just works.”

  • humor

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's humor is characterized by a blend of dark comedy and satire, featuring gratuitous blood and swearing that adds a lighthearted touch to its otherwise dystopian themes. Players appreciate the clever commentary on society's obsession with violence for social media validation, making the experience both entertaining and thought-provoking. Overall, the humor enhances the game's appeal while providing a critical lens on contemporary issues.

    • “A twin-stick shooter with lots of funny gratuitous blood and swearing from the talented two-man dev team Laser Dog. It's fun, hard (but I'm old so there's that) and offers a chilling view of a dystopian near-future where ultra-violence is perpetrated solely to generate likes from the faceless internet masses... hang on, don't we do that already?!”
    • “With a little humor sprinkled about.”

  • story

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story of "Deathrun TV" is characterized by a lack of complex narrative, embracing a straightforward and carefree approach that prioritizes fun and excitement over plot development. This simplicity appeals to players seeking a nostalgic, worry-free gaming experience.

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for being engaging and enjoyable, complementing the fast-paced action that keeps players immersed.

    • “Fun game with a great atmosphere and fast-paced action.”

  • optimization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is noted for its crisp visuals and impressive 4K performance, but some users feel that the overall optimization does not deliver the intended experience.

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DEATHRUN TV is a arcade shooter game with comedy and violence themes. Common tags for DEATHRUN TV include indie, roguelite, action roguelike, difficult, dungeon crawler and others.

DEATHRUN TV is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

DEATHRUN TV was released on June 1, 2022.

DEATHRUN TV was developed by Laser Dog.

DEATHRUN TV has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked DEATHRUN TV for its music.

DEATHRUN TV is a single player game.

Similar games include Tower of Guns, Synthetik, Dust & Neon, Black Future '88, Nuclear Throne and others.