Extraneum

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Extraneum is a single player shooter game. It was developed by David Jalbert and was released on September 25, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Extraneum is a single-player shooter game with stunning visuals and a brutal old-school feel. As a security guard for Project EXTRANEÜM, defend against alien monstrosities across 24 levels, encountering 12 unique weapons and enemies, and 3 boss battles. Discover hidden upgrades for health, armor, and ammo in your search for the truth."

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Audience ScoreBased on 142 reviews

graphics18 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Extraneum offers a charming retro aesthetic with smooth gameplay, reminiscent of classic shooters like Wolfenstein 3D and Doom, making it a delightful experience for fans of the genre.
The game features a strong emphasis on exploration and secret hunting, rewarding players with upgrades and hidden levels, which adds depth and replayability.
With customizable difficulty settings and responsive controls, Extraneum strikes a good balance between challenge and accessibility, allowing players to enjoy the game at their own pace.

Some players find the maze-like level design can lead to confusion and getting lost, which may detract from the overall experience.
While the game has a variety of weapons, some reviewers feel that the enemy design lacks creativity and could benefit from more unique challenges.
The absence of mid-level save points can make longer levels feel like a commitment, potentially discouraging shorter gaming sessions.

graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by charming pixel art and a clean, stylized aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. While many players appreciate the vibrant and engaging visuals, some note that certain elements can appear dull or lack variety in tilesets. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fast-paced gameplay and retro shooter vibe, making it visually appealing and enjoyable.
- “Absolutely goated little retro shooter, the art style is super charming, the weapons feel nice and develop as the game goes on, and it has some really fun secret levels.”
- “The game has a delightfully charming cell-shaded aesthetic which makes the visuals both pretty and really clear.”
- “This is an extremely solid take on the boomer shooter genre - the weapons feel great, the enemy sprites are expressive and readable, and the whole aesthetic works beautifully.”
- “The graphics: the graphics are classic pixel graphics, good looking, but in some cases, dull.”
- “Crisp graphics, but in need of some more tilesets.”
- “Well balanced, just difficult enough, minimalist yet vibrant graphics, and with a tongue-in-cheek humor.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the overall experience, with a solid soundtrack that complements the gameplay and atmosphere effectively. Specific tracks, particularly from levels 1-a, 1-3, and 3-4, are highlighted as favorites, contributing to a cozy and engaging environment. Overall, the music is described as a cut above, seamlessly integrating with the game's design and action.
- “Everything felt worthwhile to pursue in a map, and everything from the map presentation, to the combat loops, to the music all added up to just a really cozy experience.”
- “Gorgeous soundtrack, tight gunplay, fast-paced action, crazy collectibles.”
- “From the music to the level design, it just does everything right.”
- “From the music to the sound effects to the way the weapons feel.”
- “Think of Blake Stone or a good Corridor 7, add a strong, simple visual style with a really fitting soundtrack.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by fast and smooth movement, responsive controls, and satisfying weapon mechanics, making it highly engaging and difficult to put down. The stylized graphics and variety of cute yet menacing enemies enhance the overall experience, contributing to a promising retro shooter vibe. Players appreciate the solid gun sounds and the fun, addictive nature of the gameplay.
- “Absolutely promising little retro shooter with satisfying gun sounds and solid, fast-paced gameplay.”
- “Smooth, fast-paced gameplay makes it difficult to put down.”
- “The gameplay is very fast and responsive and feels great to play.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the ability to adjust difficulty settings in Extraneum, which allows for a more enjoyable experience without excessive tedium. Unlike other games like Wolfenstein 3D and Blake Stone, the grinding in Extraneum is perceived as less repetitive, contributing to a more engaging gameplay experience.
- “I've always found Wolfenstein 3D and Blake Stone painfully tedious and repetitive, so me getting 100% completion on all early access levels in a single day is the best praise I can give Extraneum.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, indicating strong stability across this platform.
- “The game also runs great on the deck.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by decent music that effectively contributes to the overall experience.
- “The music is decent and does a great job of setting the atmosphere.”
- “The music is decent and does a great job of setting the atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its strong optimization, ensuring stable performance without crashes and effectively managing system resources. It also strikes a good balance in resource management, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “Respects your time, respects your machine by not crashing and has great performance, respects your skills by achieving a good balance of managing your resources (ammo, money, health, and armor) versus how much it gives you to work with.”