Diadra Empty

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Diadra Empty is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by Frozen Orb and was released on July 21, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Diadra Empty," a free-roaming shoot-'em-up game, play as Nyalra with her dragon Minimi, on a mission to find Nyalra's missing sister amidst vast fantasy environments. Engage in battles against countless enemies and bosses, with stunning 2D visuals and an RPG upgrade system. Roam through six open-arena stages, customize your gaming experience, and unlock additional stages.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

music14 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Incredibly fun and addicting gameplay with high replay value and a variety of weapon and strategy options.
Beautiful soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience, with memorable tracks that stand out.
Unique gameplay mechanics that differentiate it from traditional bullet hell games, allowing for a refreshing experience.

The game starts off slow, which may deter players looking for immediate intense action.
Numerous bugs in the Steam version, including issues with achievements and control responsiveness.
User interface issues, such as the ESC key not functioning as a pause button, can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
68%
19%
The gameplay is widely praised as incredibly fun and addictive, highlighted as the game's strongest feature. Players must master various mechanics, including a unique dodge system that provides invincibility frames and a defense mechanic that prevents immediate life loss. While there are minor bugs, they do not detract from the overall engaging experience.
- “Incredibly fun and addicting gameplay.”
- “Undeniably its strongest point is the gameplay.”
- “Instead of grazing between bullets, you must make use of a 'dodge' mechanic that affords you some invincibility frames.”
- “There are more mechanics to master, but luckily the in-game manual does a good job of telling you as long as you remember to check up on it as it unlocks.”
- “Should you get hit by an enemy or a bullet, there's a defense mechanic that shields you from losing a life once until it recharges back to full.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
6%
6%
The music in the game is widely praised for being memorable and catchy, with a beautiful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. While many players find the soundtrack incredible and integral to their interest in the game, some note that a few tracks do not perfectly match the game's ambiance. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “A beautiful side-scrolling shoot-em-up with a gorgeous soundtrack, with numerous unlockable weapon and option configurations.”
- “The soundtrack is incredible, and the entire reason I became interested in the game.”
- “Great game, with an absolutely wonderful soundtrack.”
- “Most if not all of the soundtrack, while being expertly picked, consists of freebies from sites like Sentive.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
While the graphics may initially seem unimpressive, they are enhanced by stunning effects and a pleasing art style that ultimately elevate the visual experience.
- “The graphics may not be much to look at at first glance, but it makes up for it in dazzling effects and visuals.”
- “Art style is enjoyable.”
- “The graphics may not be much to look at at first glance, but it makes up for it in dazzling effects and visuals.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its very high replay value, indicating that players find it engaging enough to return to multiple times.
- “The game offers very high replay value.”
- “The replay value is incredibly high, making each playthrough feel fresh.”
- “With its very high replay value, I find myself coming back to this game time and again.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to have poor optimization, with multiple users expressing dissatisfaction regarding its performance.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has received mixed feedback regarding stability, with multiple users reporting significant bugs in the Steam version that detract from the overall experience.
- “Great game, but the Steam version is too buggy!”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by a well-crafted soundtrack that seamlessly integrates with the overall experience, contributing positively to the immersive environment.
- “The soundtrack is also pretty good and it blends in with the game's atmosphere.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The consensus among users is that a bullet hell game does not require an extensive narrative to be effective, suggesting that gameplay takes precedence over story depth in this genre.
- “A good bullet hell game does not need a long story.”