Gastro Force

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In Gastro Force, play as the last Gastro Force member to save a space colony from a galaxy-invading, spacecraft-eating alien. Navigate through 30 levels of gastric juices, wielding a variety of weapons and upgrading them to defeat the alien and its swarms. Solve the mysteries of the abandoned space station while battling intense bosses.

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Play Modes

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

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Gastro Force features a nostalgic 16-bit art style reminiscent of classic FPS games like Doom and Wolfenstein.
The game offers a decent challenge with unique enemies and environmental hazards that keep gameplay engaging.
It's a simple and easy-to-pick-up shooter that can provide fun for fans of retro FPS games.

The gameplay can become repetitive due to a limited variety of enemies and weapons, leading to a lack of depth.
There are technical issues such as a low FOV, view snapping, and problems running on platforms like Steam Deck.
The sound design is lacking, with only one song playing throughout the game, which can become tiresome quickly.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The gameplay is characterized as a repetitive corridor crawler reminiscent of classic shooters like Wolfenstein, featuring only a limited variety of enemy types across its major areas. While it may appeal to fans of old-school shooters for its nostalgic elements, many players find it becomes stale and tedious over time.
- “I kind of hate that I enjoyed this game because much of the gameplay is utterly terrible.”
- “The gameplay is like Wolfenstein as it's a plodding corridor crawler - there are only 3-4 enemy types in each of the three major areas, so the gameplay gets extremely repetitive.”
- “Fans of old school shooters might enjoy it for the nostalgia, but for anyone else who doesn't like the old style 'boomer shooters', the gameplay will get stale rather quickly.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game feature a distinctive 16-bit art style that some players find cool, while others describe them as generic and overly pixelated, leading to a frustrating visual experience. Despite the unique aesthetic, the environmental collision issues and low field of view detract from the overall enjoyment, making the visuals feel more like a hindrance than a highlight.
- “It offers a good challenge and a cool 16-bit art style.”
- “The graphics, while generic and bland, also drip with weirdness, as they should, since the game is called 'Gastro Force.'”
- “The graphics are almost eye-tearing with how pixelated they are.”
- “The field of view is too low for a retro FPS game, and it commits some mistakes that have been long forgotten, like poor starting weapons. The enemy AI is barely there, and the combat feels somewhat dull. The graphics are almost eye-tearing with how pixelated they are, and the music sounds like it came from a random royalty-free bundle you can find online.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished and uninviting.”
- “I was disappointed by the graphics; they look like they belong to a game from the early 2000s, which detracts from the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it awesome and fitting, others feel that the single track becomes repetitive quickly and resembles generic royalty-free content. Overall, the soundtrack stands out as a highlight, but its limited variety detracts from the overall experience.
- “The music is totally awesome and way too good for the game, and the graphics, while generic and bland, also drip with weirdness, as they should, since the game is called 'Gastro Force.'”
- “The music adds a unique charm to the game, enhancing the overall experience and making it memorable.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an engaging atmosphere that keeps players immersed.”
- “There is only one song that plays for all the levels, and while it sounds good, it gets old real quick.”
- “The music sounds like it came out of a random royalty-free bundle you can find in Groupees.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's story is praised for its engaging blend of science fiction and horror, establishing it as a classic in the genre that continues to resonate with players today.
- “The game's plot is an engaging mix of science fiction and horror, a classic of this genre that is still quite successful today.”
- “The narrative is intricately woven, with unexpected twists that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The character development is profound, making you truly care about their journeys and struggles.”