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 shooter mechanics, reminiscent of classic 80s games.
- Great graphics, music, and humor that enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it fun and addictive.
- Responsive developer who quickly addresses bugs and shows potential for future updates and improvements.
- Still in early access, missing some features and may not provide a complete experience yet.
- Some players may find the gameplay challenging, which could be off-putting for those looking for a more casual experience.
- 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. Players appreciate how the music enhances the overall experience, alongside the impressive pixel art and absurd premise of the game.
“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 out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I expected a dynamic score, but the music is 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, 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 overly complicated, making it difficult to enjoy the game.”
“The turn-based system lacks depth and becomes repetitive quickly.”
- 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: the 80's.”
“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 and nostalgic references that resonate with players' childhood gaming experiences, evoking a low-key comedic style 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.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.”
