Demonizer
- September 1, 2016
- IoriBranford
Get on Steam"Demonizer" is a single-player Fantasy Shooter game with exceptional gameplay and a good soundtrack. As the exiled princess Amelia, now a succubus, you must defend your new monstergirl tribe from invasion by your sister's human forces. Battle through 7 hand-crafted levels, using hypnosis and demonization to transform enemies into allies and strengthen your powers. Intuitive game systems reward staying alive, shooting, and bombing for a challenging and rewarding experience.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique visual style and solid monster girl art, enhancing the overall aesthetic.
- Gameplay is tight and responsive, with a well-balanced difficulty that offers a fun challenge without being unfair.
- The music is excellent, utilizing authentic FM soundtracks that complement the gameplay experience.
- Visibility issues arise with certain enemy projectiles and backgrounds, making it difficult to see bullets and navigate during intense sections.
- The cover mechanic can be frustrating, as it makes enemies invincible and obscured, leading to tedious boss fights.
- Losing all power-ups upon death severely punishes players, compounding the difficulty and detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, unique aesthetic, and engaging power-up system, making it enjoyable and well-balanced. However, some players criticize the cover mechanic and boss fights for hindering the pacing and creating frustration. Overall, the game combines vibrant visuals with a nostalgic soundtrack, contributing to a fun and immersive experience.
“Love the art style, tight gameplay, and big fan of the overall aesthetic; always love when a shmup has something different going on rather than spaceships/space.”
“Not only is the gameplay great, but it also features an authentic FM soundtrack utilizing the Yamaha YM2612 sound chip used for Genesis/Mega Drive games like Thunder Force IV and Sonic 3 & Knuckles.”
“The gameplay is a blast, the visuals are beautiful with some nice touches (like power-ups falling off the screen being represented by the defeated enemy going back to its master), the story is fun so far, and the music is awesome.”
“There are some good things going on here, but I absolutely hate the cover mechanic that the game is based around, with the enemies constantly being immune to damage and obscured, all the while the screen is filled with absolute nonsense.”
“I also found the boss fights to be a complete slog because you can't really hit them due to dodging and the stupid cover mechanic. For me, at least, I was having to kill them with, essentially, chip damage, so each boss fight just grinds the pacing of the game to a halt.”
“Gameplay is difficult without devolving into unfair bullet hell territory.”
- music8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and enjoyment, featuring an authentic FM soundtrack that evokes nostalgia for classic Genesis titles. Reviewers appreciate the solid integration of sound effects and music, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, though some express a desire for the soundtrack to be available for purchase separately. Overall, the music complements the game's aesthetic and adds to its fun atmosphere.
“Not only is the gameplay great, but it also features an authentic FM soundtrack utilizing the Yamaha YM2612 sound chip used for Genesis/Mega Drive games like Thunder Force IV and Sonic 3 & Knuckles.”
“The gameplay is a blast, the visuals are beautiful with some nice touches (like power-ups falling off the screen being represented by the defeated enemy going back to its master), the story is fun so far, and the music is awesome.”
“Most modern shmups are missing the SFX and music being spot on; however, this game nails that all-important aspect.”
“It'd be even better if the soundtrack was purchasable outside the game.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have received mixed reviews, with many praising its unique art style and vibrant visuals that enhance the overall aesthetic. While some players noted the graphics as basic or reminiscent of public freeware assets, others highlighted the beautiful visuals and creative touches that complement the engaging gameplay. Overall, the art style is a standout feature, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
“Love the art style, tight gameplay, and big fan of the overall aesthetic; always love when a shmup has something different going on rather than spaceships/space.”
“Aside from the vibrant, fresh visuals the game has to offer, the main reason why Demonizer is worth the purchase is the smooth gameplay.”
“The gameplay is a blast, the visuals are beautiful with some nice touches (like power-ups falling off the screen being represented by the defeated enemy going back to its master), the story is fun so far, and the music is awesome.”
“The game has basic graphics (look like some assets taken from a public freeware library), good sound and ok music.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and reminiscent of classic shooters, featuring a darker tone that is further explored in the included comic DLC. While it includes some mature elements, the overall narrative is enjoyable and complements the game's beautiful visuals and exciting gameplay.
“The story is a bit dark at times (especially if you read the included comic DLC), but it shouldn't keep you away from this title.”
“The gameplay is a blast, the visuals are beautiful with some nice touches, the story is fun so far, and the music is awesome.”
“The story is a bit dark at times, especially if you read the included comic DLC.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the bonus stage, which users find particularly entertaining and amusing.
“The bonus stage is hilarious!”
“The humor in this game had me laughing out loud.”
“I love the witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game.”
