Gridrunner Revolution

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"Gridrunner Revolution" is a fast-paced, arcade-style shoot 'em up game. The player controls a small ship that must navigate through challenging levels while shooting and avoiding numerous enemies. With a variety of weapons, power-ups, and gameplay modes, "Gridrunner Revolution" offers a high-energy, action-packed experience for fans of classic shoot 'em ups.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Gridrunner Revolution offers a unique and psychedelic experience with vibrant visuals and a fun, addictive gameplay loop that appeals to fans of Jeff Minter and Llamasoft.
The game features a forgiving difficulty curve, allowing players to enjoy the action without feeling overwhelmed, while still providing depth through complex scoring mechanics.
Players appreciate the quirky humor and creativity in the game, such as the 'Sheepie Save' mechanic, which adds strategic elements to the gameplay.

Many players find the visuals to be overly chaotic and difficult to parse, leading to confusion during gameplay.
Some reviews mention performance issues and a lack of optimization, with long loading times and occasional bugs affecting the experience.
While the game is enjoyable for some, others feel it lacks the challenge and engagement of previous Gridrunner titles, leaving them unsatisfied with the overall experience.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by llamasoft's vibrant visuals and engaging sound, offering a well-balanced experience that caters to both casual players and high score enthusiasts. While it initially appears simple, deeper mechanics and strategic elements add complexity, though some players find it lacks clarity and feedback. Overall, it provides a unique, psychedelic arcade feel, though opinions vary on its depth compared to other similar titles.
- “Full of Llamasoft's trademark bright neon visuals, pulsating sound, well-balanced gameplay, and quirky humor, it's an absolute treat for any shoot 'em up fan.”
- “Whilst later levels are certainly challenging, the gameplay feels well-balanced and never unfair.”
- “The gameplay initially feels pretty simple and straightforward, but dig past the surface and you'll find a game full of depth, with some complex scoring mechanisms for high score chasers as well as more strategic elements.”
- “Leans more on the side of Llamasoft that is about zoning out to psychedelic visuals rather than gameplay.”
- “Gameplay-wise, this game is 'okay.' There are other super psychedelic shooters/space invader clones that are better though.”
- “One is supposed to derive a sense of satisfaction out of curving bullets around the screen to create a psychedelic swath of death, but I've never been able to figure out exactly how this mechanic works or if I'm actually playing it right due to the game's lack of real feedback.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in this game are characterized by Llamasoft's signature bright neon visuals and psychedelic designs, creating a mesmerizing experience that appeals to fans of trippy aesthetics. While some players appreciate the vibrant and quirky art style, others find it overwhelming or distracting from gameplay. Overall, the visuals are celebrated for their artistic quality, contributing to a unique and immersive atmosphere.
- “The graphics are wild and truly something to behold.”
- “Jeff Minter's style of psychedelic graphics only adds to the beauty of the games he produces, and Gridrunner is a work of art.”
- “This is my favorite of all the Llamasoft PC games; it has amazingly bright and psychedelic graphics and very funny and unique in-game speech and samples. It's very easy to play.”
- “Nothing about the visuals or sound works, and I have no idea why it has 'very positive' reviews on average.”
- “To be honest, I'm not into space shooters, especially the ones with weird graphics and space trance music.”
- “Leans more on the side of Llamasoft that is about zoning out to psychedelic visuals rather than gameplay.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in this psychedelic shooter is widely praised for its groovy, trippy, and hypnotic qualities, perfectly complementing the game's vibrant visuals. Fans of dance and techno will particularly enjoy the soundtrack, which enhances the overall immersive experience, making it more than just a typical space shooter. While some players may not appreciate the genre, the music is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's unique atmosphere.
- “A psychedelic front-running shooter with groovy music, sounds, and voices.”
- “Amazing soundtrack, and I'm not sure what's going on, but it doesn't really matter.”
- “Full of sheep, graphics that induce LSD-type trances, and later, hypnotic trance music, Llamasoft games are an experience beyond just merely shooting things; you find yourself zoning out and playing with your subconscious.”
- “To be honest, I'm not into space shooters, especially the ones with weird graphics and space trance music.”
- “Full of sheep, graphics that induce LSD-type trances and later, hypnotic trance music, Llamasoft games are an experience beyond just merely shooting things; you find yourself zoning out and playing with your subconscious.”
- “Great game, well done to Jeff and Giles... crazy, crazy rave music as well.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its lack of a traditional story, focusing instead on delivering pure arcade gameplay without distractions like cutscenes or quicktime events, which some players find refreshing and enjoyable.
- “The game lacks any meaningful story, leaving players feeling disconnected and unengaged.”
- “There is no narrative depth or character development, making the experience feel shallow.”
- “The absence of a compelling storyline detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in this Llamasoft PC game is highlighted by its bright, psychedelic graphics and unique in-game speech and sound samples, contributing to an enjoyable and entertaining experience. Players find the humor to be a standout feature, enhancing the overall gameplay.
- “This is my favorite of all the Llamasoft PC games. It has amazingly bright and psychedelic graphics and very funny and unique in-game speech and samples. It's very easy to play.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that keep me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay mechanics, making even the most challenging moments enjoyable and light-hearted.”