Giga Girl

About

Giga Girl is a retro-style run 'n gun platformer that pays homage to the original NES Mega Man games. Blast through 9 challenging levels, battle fierce bosses, and discover hidden items with special weapons. Enjoy hand-drawn 8-bit graphics, an original chiptune soundtrack, and full gamepad support for a nostalgic gaming experience.

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Play Modes

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

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

music5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Giga Girl offers a fun and challenging gameplay experience reminiscent of classic Mega Man games, with engaging boss fights and a unique boomerang mechanic.
The music is energetic and memorable, adding to the overall enjoyment of the game, and the controls are responsive, making for a smooth platforming experience.
The game encourages exploration with hidden items and secrets, providing replay value and a sense of accomplishment for players who enjoy discovering all the game has to offer.

The graphics and animations are often criticized for being amateurish and lacking polish, which can detract from the overall experience.
Level design can be frustrating, with poorly placed enemies and instant-death traps that lead to cheap deaths, making the game feel unfair at times.
Limited weapon energy and health can hinder experimentation with different strategies, and some players may find the difficulty spikes to be overwhelming, especially if they are not familiar with the Mega Man series.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
25%
13%
The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic and refreshing qualities, with some standout tracks that enhance the experience. However, there are criticisms regarding the repetitiveness of the soundtrack and the lack of catchy tunes, alongside poor sound effects. Overall, while the music fits well within the game, it may not leave a lasting impression.
- “But the two real standouts for me are the music and boss fights.”
- “Much of the music in this game just cooks.”
- “The soundtrack is really energetic and memorable.”
- “Bigger flaw is the poor sound effects and lack of catchy music.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The gameplay of Giga Girl draws inspiration from classic titles like Mega Man, featuring a unique boomerang mechanic that some players appreciate once they adapt to it. However, there are criticisms regarding its execution, with some describing the mechanics as scrappy and lacking the polish expected from such homage. Overall, while it captures nostalgic vibes, it struggles to deliver a consistently engaging gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay feels like classic Mega Man.”
- “The boomerang mechanic is a novel addition, which I like, once I got used to it.”
- “It pays homage through gameplay and frustration.”
- “Giga Girl, while inspired by Mega Man, doesn’t have the gameplay to back it up.”
- “Then there are the scrappier mechanics in Giga Girl.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics of Giga Girl have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as amateurish and lacking detail, leading to poor first impressions. However, others find the simple graphics to be decent given the game's style and price point. Overall, the visuals seem to fall short of expectations compared to other titles in the genre.
- “+ Graphics are simple, but decent for the style and price of the game.”
- “Overall, the art style simply feels like details are missing.”
- “Unlike other MMOs on Steam, which often prioritize graphics, I'd say Giga Girl struggles with first impressions.”
- “It's a shame the graphics look so amateurish.”
- “As you may notice from these screenshots, the graphics aren’t exactly what can be considered up to snuff.”