Gal Metal

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Gal Metal is a single player arcade role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by DMM.com and was released on February 8, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics.

Take down alien invaders with the power of metal! One night while on his way home from school, a high school boy is abducted by the Octoids, an extraterrestrial species bent on revenge. The boy's soul is transplanted into a high school girl's body in a sinister experiment. Now sharing a body, the duo must work together with her high school band, K.M.G. (Kichijoji Metal Girls) to defeat the aliens…

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story4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Unique and innovative approach to the rhythm game genre with a quirky story and adorable manga-style artwork.
Offers a fun and challenging free-form drumming experience with surprisingly good motion controls.
Engaging gameplay that allows for experimentation and creativity, appealing to fans of metal music.

Loose controls and occasional lack of response from the JoyCon can hinder the experience.
Limited music selection with only 13 tracks and a short story mode may leave some players wanting more content.
Gameplay can become repetitive, and social segments may feel like unnecessary padding.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
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The story in Gal Metal is characterized by its quirky, zany narrative and engaging characters, presented through a humorous interactive manga format. While some players may find the story mode short and text-heavy, it offers a unique blend of creativity and fun, appealing particularly to fans of metal music and rhythm games. However, inconsistencies in motion controls and a somewhat chaotic plot may detract from the overall experience for some players.
- “Gal Metal not only offers a hilarious interactive manga story, but also an original approach to the rhythm game genre that shakes things up enough to set itself apart from pretty much everything else.”
- “Quirky story and wonderful characters, adorable manga-style artwork, rewarding social-bonding system, an interesting departure from rhythm game standards.”
- “Crazy but zany main storyline, ambitiously innovative motion controls.”
- “What stops it from being truly great are the minor inconsistencies of the motion controls, the completely bonkers alien invasion plot, and the slow, text-heavy teen melodrama stories.”
- “Those only wishing to casually experience the story may not get much for their buck, while avid fans of metal and drum beats looking for a challenge to their creativity should not have any regrets.”
- “Loose controls and a short story mode detract from the overall experience.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the selection limited and the quality lacking, particularly for those without musical training. While mastering the set list can be challenging, the unique blend of themes and the fun factor of the gameplay offer a rewarding experience for dedicated players. Overall, the music may not appeal to everyone, but it contributes to the game's distinct charm.
- “Gal Metal is a unique experience that combines cute high school girls, galactic adventures, evil aliens, and metal music together in one unmissable experience.”
- “The occasional lack of response from the Joy-Con, and a price that may be a bit too steep, depending on how hooked players get and how willing they are to extract every last bit of creative musical freedom that this allows.”
- “Not enough on-screen info during gameplay, weirdly challenging to those who aren’t musically trained, music selection is small, and the music is not that good.”
- “It will take time to master your set list and the absence of more contemporary music is initially jarring, but this is a title that is rewarding as well as just really fun.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay experiences vary significantly, with some players finding the motion controls uncomfortable and the gameplay loop repetitive, while others enjoy the experimental nature and entertaining old-school presentation. However, challenges arise for those lacking musical training, compounded by limited on-screen information and a small selection of music. Overall, the gameplay can be both engaging and frustrating, depending on individual preferences and skill levels.
- “Fun to experiment with, the old school presentation really fits, silly story, and very entertaining gameplay.”
- “Motion controls hurt after a while.”
- “The gameplay loop gets repetitive.”
- “There's a huge gulf between control modes.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a charming manga-style artwork that enhances its quirky story and characters, creating a vibrant and engaging visual experience. The comic panel segments add a unique flair, contributing to a refreshing departure from traditional rhythm game aesthetics. Overall, the art style complements the game's rewarding social-bonding system and deep gameplay.
- “If you can embrace the vivid and wacky art style of the comic panel segments and strive for percussive nirvana, there is a refreshing, deceptively deep and gratifying experience here.”
- “The quirky story and wonderful characters are complemented by adorable, manga-style artwork that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The graphics are a delightful departure from rhythm game standards, showcasing a unique and engaging visual style.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gal Metal is praised for its humorous interactive manga narrative, which adds a unique twist to the rhythm game genre, distinguishing it from other titles.
- “Gal Metal not only offers a hilarious interactive manga story, but also an original approach to the rhythm game genre that shakes things up enough to set itself apart from pretty much everything else.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a relatively short experience, yet it boasts virtually infinite replayability for players who resonate with its core elements.
- “It is not a very long experience, but to the right audience, it has virtually infinite replayability.”