Eye of the Commando

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"Eye of the Commando" is a turn-based dungeon crawler with an 80s action movie twist. Play as a one-man army, raiding an island full of terrorists with a huge gun and no shirt. Experience genuine turn-based gameplay where everything, including enemy bullets, moves one tile per turn. Explore, fight, and loot your way through this unique gaming experience.

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Play Modes

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Unique blend of turn-based mechanics and shooter gameplay, reminiscent of classic 80s action games.
Engaging and humorous design with a fun 80s movie theme, complemented by great music and pixel art.
Promising early access title with a strong lineage from the developer's previous work, offering addictive gameplay and tactical depth.

Still in early access, missing some features and may not provide a complete experience yet.
Some players find the game challenging, which may deter those looking for a more casual experience.
Lack of procedural generation may limit replayability for some players.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique and addictive blend of 3D turn-based grid combat that incorporates ranged attacks, adding depth to the mechanics. While some players question the necessity of procedural generation in roguelikes, the game offers a complexity that enhances the overall experience, making it more engaging than traditional handcrafted titles.
- “The gameplay is unique and addictive, and I'm excited to see what else is in store as it develops.”
- “What at first may seem like a fairly simplistic game is actually much more complex, with lots of interesting mechanics to spice up the gameplay.”
- “I am wondering for some time whether procedural generation is indeed necessary in a roguelike, or is the sole gameplay (turn-based grid, I move you move) enough.”
- “The gameplay: 3D turn-based grid combat with firearms.”
- “I liked how much the ranged attacks changed the general turn-based dungeon crawl mechanics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and engaging 80s soundtrack, which complements the action-packed gameplay and humorous tone. Players appreciate how the music enhances the overall experience, alongside the impressive pixel art and absurd premise.
- “The art and music are phenomenal.”
- “I really enjoy the music and the pixel art is great, and I appreciate the game's sense of humor; it knows how absurd the premise is and embraces it fully.”
- “Dungeon crawling, turn-based, 80s soundtrack, freedom, floor chicken... and you tell me I can dodge bullets?”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “While the game has potential, the music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the early access game are praised for their quality and nostalgic 80s aesthetic, contributing to an engaging visual experience that complements its fun concept.
- “Promising early access game with a fun concept and good graphics.”
- “Sound and graphics: reminiscent of the 80s.”
- “The graphics feel like they belong in the 80s.”
- “The visuals are outdated and lack any modern polish.”
- “The art style is unappealing and doesn't do justice to the game's potential.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by clever action movie parodies and nostalgic references that resonate with players' childhood gaming experiences, creating a low-key yet effective comedic atmosphere reminiscent of titles like Dungeonmanns.
- “Parts of it had me laughing from the action movie parodies; other parts transported me back to my youth and reminded me of my favorite games growing up.”
- “Funny in a low-key way, similar to Dungeonmans.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a desire for additional bosses and the introduction of a procedural generation mode to enhance the game's replayability.
- “Hoping to see more bosses added and maybe a procedural generation mode to increase replayability.”