Eye of the Commando
- September 17, 2024
- Adventurepro Games LLC
Get on SteamClassic turn-based dungeon crawling with an 80s action movie twist! You know the drill: four directional grid based movement, 90 degree rotation, you-go-they-go turns in combat, puzzles and secrets and loot galore. But instead of heading into a basement to fight rats with Yesterday's Knife and a two-copper pleather frock, you're a one man army raiding an island full of non-specific international t…
Reviews
- Promising early access game with a unique blend of turn-based and action mechanics, reminiscent of classic 80s games.
- Great graphics, music, and humor that enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it addictive and fun.
- Responsive developer support, with quick bug fixes and a strong lineage from previous successful titles.
- Still in early access, missing some features and may not provide a complete experience yet.
- Some players may find the gameplay challenging, which could lead to frustration for those not accustomed to the genre.
- Limited replayability at this stage, with hopes for more content and procedural generation in future updates.
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and engaging 80s soundtrack, which complements the action-packed gameplay and humorous tone. Reviewers appreciate how the music enhances the overall experience, adding to the game's absurdity and charm.
“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.”
“I expected a dynamic score, but the music is often bland and forgettable.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique and addictive blend of 3D turn-based grid combat that incorporates ranged attacks with firearms, significantly enhancing the traditional dungeon crawl mechanics. Players express excitement for future developments in this innovative approach.
“I liked how much the ranged attacks changed the general turn-based dungeon crawl mechanics.”
“The gameplay is unique and addictive, and I'm excited to see what else is in store as it develops.”
“The gameplay features 3D turn-based grid combat with firearms.”
“The gameplay is a 3D turn-based grid combat system that feels clunky and unrefined.”
“The mechanics are repetitive and lack depth, making the gameplay feel tedious over time.”
“The controls are unresponsive, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
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.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by clever action movie parodies that elicit genuine laughter, while also evoking nostalgia for classic games. It maintains a low-key comedic style reminiscent of titles like Dungeonmanns, appealing to both new and veteran players.
“Parts of it had me laughing from the action movie parodies, while 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.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express a desire for enhanced replayability through the addition of more bosses and the implementation of a procedural generation mode.
“Hoping to see more bosses added and maybe a procedural generation mode to increase replayability.”
