Head 2 Head
- May 19, 2021
- ArcForged
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Get on itch.io Store"Head 2 Head" is a competitive multiplayer game where players engage in fast-paced battles using futuristic weapons and abilities. Matches take place in various arenas with unique layouts and power-ups, encouraging strategic movement and tactical decision-making. The game features several game modes, including deathmatch and objective-based modes, allowing for diverse and exciting matches.
Reviews
- The game features a unique concept with a fun combo system that allows for creativity and exploration.
- The music is highly praised, with many players expressing a desire to have it available on platforms like Spotify.
- The visuals and art style are appealing, combining elements reminiscent of other popular games.
- The game is still in early access and lacks content, leading to repetitive gameplay and a quick difficulty spike.
- Many players have expressed frustration over the controls feeling clunky and unnatural, making the gameplay experience less enjoyable.
- There are concerns about the developer's reputation and the game's transition to a free-to-play model after initial purchase.
- music11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many users praising its quality and expressing a desire for it to be available on platforms like Spotify. Reviewers highlight the fantastic soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the game's art style. Suggestions for a music player feature indicate a strong appreciation for the tracks, particularly as players progress through the game.
“The music is amazing.”
“Fantastic soundtrack, a bold art style that just works...”
“Easy to learn, hard to master gameplay, great music and a color scheme that's easy to look at.”
“It was fun for like an hour or something; the only really good thing to come out of this game was the music.”
“And the music?”
“Please put in a music player so I can listen to the tracks from the options screen or extras menu or something.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their unique blend of minimalist art style and cell shading, reminiscent of a fusion between Jet Set Radio and Street Fighter. Reviewers commend the bold aesthetics and fantastic artwork, enhancing the overall experience alongside an impressive soundtrack. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, earning an 8/10 rating.
“Persona meets League of Super Evil, a very interesting blend of minimalist art style and cell shading in one game.”
“This is what you would most likely get if you combined Jet Set Radio and Street Fighter in terms of art style and gameplay.”
“Fantastic soundtrack, a bold art style that just works...”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game feel unresponsive.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some finding it unengaging despite its interesting blend of styles reminiscent of Jet Set Radio and Street Fighter. However, others praise the head-to-head mechanics as highly enjoyable, highlighting its accessibility and depth, complemented by great music and a visually appealing color scheme.
“The pure core gameplay of head-to-head is the most fun I've had with a game in years.”
“Easy to learn, hard to master gameplay, great music, and a color scheme that's easy to look at.”
“While the gameplay itself isn't that fun, it isn't to say it's not interesting.”
“This is what you would most likely get if you combined Jet Set Radio and Street Fighter in terms of art style and gameplay.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is largely considered unimportant, with some users indicating that it does not significantly impact the overall experience. Characters and narrative elements are either minimal or not a focus for players.
“The story doesn't matter here.”
“The characters are poorly developed and lack depth.”
“The plot feels disjointed and fails to engage the player.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization model features a transition from a buy-out price to a free-to-play format, incorporating in-app purchases for khorium, which are considered microtransactions.
“The game offers a fair balance between free content and optional microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the experience without feeling pressured to spend.”
“I appreciate that the monetization model is not pay-to-win; you can progress and enjoy the game without spending money.”
“The in-app purchases are reasonable and provide cosmetic enhancements rather than essential gameplay advantages.”
“The game starts off free, but quickly turns into a pay-to-win nightmare with constant microtransactions.”
“It feels like every aspect of the game is locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating for players who don't want to spend extra money.”
“The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, pushing players to make in-app purchases just to enjoy basic features.”
