ENYO Arcade

About

"Enyo Arcade" is a modern 2D action platformer focused on movement and jumping, with tight controls and an atmospheric audio-visual experience. The game offers a non-violent path and features 16 unique AI types. It boasts high-quality sub-pixel art at 60 frames per second, with attention to detail, as well as Steam achievements and leader boards. This game constantly evolves, with updates that may change its content. Please note that it is not a re-creation of old video games and does not hold your hand through the challenges it presents.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The pixel art is well above average and visually appealing, showcasing intricate sprites.
The controls are tight and responsive, allowing for fluid gameplay and precise movements.
The game offers a challenging experience with a variety of weapons and enemy types, making it engaging for fans of hardcore platformers.

The game is extremely difficult, often leading to frustration with its one-hit death mechanic and unbalanced difficulty.
Level design can be confusing, with enemies respawning and a lack of clear visual differentiation between dangerous objects and the background.
The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content and replayability.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it irritating and poorly executed, particularly in terms of controls. However, others appreciate its challenging nature and retro style, noting that it appeals to fans of hardcore 2D platformers despite some rough edges. Overall, while the gameplay can be enjoyable for certain players, it may not meet the expectations of everyone due to its difficulty and control issues.
- “The gameplay is very easy to catch if you like or have played other 2D platformer games.”
- “Nice music, challenging gameplay, dark graphics, and low price.”
- “There's a few rough edges (which the developer is continuing to fix in updates) but the gameplay feels just right.”
- “I wanted to like it, but the gameplay is so irritating.”
- “It's very nice retro, the developer is more of a graphics artist, so it's understandable that the gameplay is not done well... though it's very hard, which makes it not enjoyable.”
- “Soundtrack's alright, gameplay's okay, but the default gamepad controls are god-awful.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag, featuring a retro pixel art style that some players find charming, while others criticize it as lazy and overly simplistic due to the limitations of GameMaker Studio. The visuals are described as messy and pixelated, with a peculiar aesthetic that includes vibrant colors but lacks polish, leading to a polarized reception among players. Overall, while some appreciate the unique style and dark themes, others feel the graphics fall below acceptable standards for modern PC gaming.
- “The game has a very peculiar pixel art style with lots of violence, shootings, and gore.”
- “Plus, the art style is nice to look at, with lots of purple and green to look forward to if that's your thing.”
- “What I have to commend the most is, hands down, the graphics.”
- “Like most GameMaker Studio construction kit games, this features lazy 2D retro pixel art instead of professionally done, contemporary PC graphics, mostly because GameMaker Studio simply isn't capable of better.”
- “Resolution is locked, which pushes this below acceptable standards for PC, because there's no way to improve the ugly visuals.”
- “Not a fan - the art style is too pixelated, there are heaps of meaningless destructible objects that explode in pixels, making it seem very messy.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its decent cyberpunk feel and overall quality, while others criticize it for being simplistic and repetitious. Although it complements the game's atmosphere, many feel it lacks variety and duration, suggesting that improvements could enhance the overall experience.
- “All of this comes with excellent pixel art and music/sfx.”
- “Nice music, challenging gameplay, dark graphics and low price.”
- “The music could also use some more work: it has a decent cyberpunk feel, but just like the game, the duration could've been longer.”
- “If the player character was comprehensible and the music was better and the controls were tighter and the weapons were actually useful and the sound design wasn't grating then this would be a pretty okay game.”
- “The music is a bit simplistic and repetitive.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The story of the game appears to be underwhelming for players, with many expressing a lack of investment in the narrative. Instead, the focus seems to be more on gameplay mechanics, particularly the strategy of defeating enemies quickly.
- “In all honesty, I wasn’t too invested in the story.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
The humor in the game is largely criticized, with users expressing disappointment and stating that it fails to deliver laughs, instead eliciting frustration during gameplay.
- “I would have paid about $5 for this if I knew I'd be laughing and gritting my teeth with every death.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; I found myself chuckling at the absurdity of the situations.”
- “Every character has a hilarious quirk that keeps the gameplay light-hearted and entertaining.”
- “It is not funny.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization aspect of games made with GameMaker Studio is frequently criticized for resulting in shovelware and lazy cash grabs, indicating a tendency for developers to prioritize profit over quality.
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it prioritizes profit over player experience.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when every few minutes I'm bombarded with ads and prompts to spend money.”
- “It seems like the developers are more interested in squeezing money out of players than creating a balanced game.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
300%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Replayability in Enyo Arcade is limited due to its handcrafted levels, which offer little incentive for players to revisit the game beyond achieving higher scores. While some games enhance replay value through procedural generation, Enyo Arcade's design does not support this feature.
- “The handcrafted levels in Enyo Arcade provide a unique experience each time, but the main motivation for replaying is to achieve higher scores.”
- “The game offers a variety of challenges that encourage players to return and improve their skills, enhancing its replayability.”
- “With multiple strategies to explore and different playstyles to adopt, Enyo Arcade keeps players coming back for more.”
- “Some games remedy this by using procedurally generated levels to add replay value, but all levels in Enyo Arcade are handcrafted, so there's really no reason to replay the game except for scoring better.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The lack of variety in gameplay makes replaying feel more like a chore than a choice.”
- “The game offers no new experiences on subsequent playthroughs, making it feel stale after the first run.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the emotional impact of the game is strong enough that many could complete it without relying on combat, suggesting a deep narrative or character connection that resonates beyond traditional gameplay mechanics.