Get on SteamExzeal is a Science Fiction Arcade game that offers both single-player and local multi-player options for up to 2 players in a cooperative or player versus player setting. Players can choose from multiple ships and specialize in various weapon systems, including shot charging and close-range attacks, to suit their playing style. The game also features replay support, a memorable soundtrack, and Steam integration with achievements, leaderboards, and cloud saves.
Reviews
- The game features a good selection of four ships with different mechanics, allowing for unique playstyles.
- The soundtrack is catchy and enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable to replay.
- Some original enemy designs and mechanics, such as the physics-based puzzles, add a memorable touch to the game.
- The game feels generic and lacks standout features, making it blend in with other titles in the genre.
- Visual clarity and graphics are unremarkable, which detracts from the overall presentation.
- The gameplay can become stale quickly, especially for those familiar with other titles in the series, and the random enemy attacks can lead to frustrating experiences.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Exzeal is characterized by a mix of classic shmup elements and unique mechanics, such as a push attack and rotational weight of enemies, which add a memorable touch but may not significantly enhance the experience. While the game features four ships with varying mechanics, the first three are often deemed uninspired, with only the fourth offering some interesting gameplay, though it can feel repetitive compared to similar titles. Overall, the gameplay is solid and enjoyable, but lacks standout features that would elevate it beyond the typical shmup experience.
“An interesting mechanic that the game has is a push with your shot attack or rotational weight of some enemies.”
“It is good to have a classic shmup (not bullet hell) in this era as the simple and classic gameplay has its charm.”
“Exzeal offers such a great unique style of shmups with good and quick-paced gameplay, with a cool selection of 4 ships offering different shooting mechanics for some unique playstyles.”
“As I rarely like charge mechanics in my shmups, the melee one often got me in trouble more than it was useful.”
“It doesn't do anything wrong per se, but other than some physics mechanics, it also doesn't do much to stand out.”
“Everything here, from the gameplay to the graphics, is very uninspired.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics and audio are generally considered decent but uninspired, providing adequate service to the gameplay without standing out. Overall, the presentation is satisfactory, though it lacks any remarkable qualities.
“Good presentation, decent graphics, good audio.”
“The graphics are very uninspired and lack creativity.”
“While the graphics and sound do their job, they are far from impressive.”
“Everything here, from the gameplay to the graphics, feels lackluster.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience, encouraging players to replay it multiple times. However, it's noted that the arcade versions lack the remixed tracks found in the Steam version, which may be a consideration for some players.
“The soundtrack is super catchy; I kept replaying the game many times because of how great it flows with the gameplay.”
“Amazing game with great music.”
“The arcade versions don't have the same remixed music as the Steam version, if that matters to you.”
“This game is also on the amazing Demul (Naomi, Cave, etc.) emulator, but the arcade versions don't have the same remixed music as the Steam version, if that matters to you.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express disappointment in the humor of the game, feeling that it detracts from what they consider the best installment in the series. The humor is perceived as misplaced or ineffective, leading to a mixed reception.
