Heavy Storm Shadow:Prologue

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"Heavy Storm Shadow: Prologue" is a game where players can strengthen their mech by killing monsters and gaining resources to upgrade weapons and armor. The prologue introduces a character and a map, and allows players to form unique fighting styles by gaining bonds with the mech's pilots. The game features intense battles with waves of monsters and the opportunity to constantly upgrade and grow the mech.

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Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 164 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features great graphics and animations, providing a visually appealing experience.
It offers a fun and addictive gameplay loop with a variety of weapons and non-linear upgrades.
The developers are actively updating the game, showing promise for future content and improvements.

The game suffers from localization issues, requiring a restart to switch languages, which can be frustrating.
Currently, the demo feels limited with only one character and one weapon, leading to a lack of content.
Hit recognition and overall gameplay feel a bit clunky, which detracts from the overall experience.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
42%
12%
The gameplay is generally praised for its solid mechanics, intense action, and customization options, providing an engaging experience that keeps players entertained. However, some users noted issues such as false advertising, a lack of content, and the need for improvements in sound effects and music. Overall, while the game shows promise and has appealing visuals, it requires further development to enhance its mechanics and variety.
- “The randomness and uncertainty included in the game mechanics help to increase the playability of the game itself.”
- “Is an intense action-packed game with stunning visuals and immersive gameplay.”
- “Extreme gameplay does not let you get bored for a second.”
- “False advertising: requires Chinese to switch to English and a restart, copycat boring mechanics, lack of content.”
- “I guess because of the shared mecha-theme and mechanics all being designed around the same theme.”
- “But, the graphics are much better, as is the gameplay.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
19%
12%
The graphics in this game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and vibrant alien landscapes, contributing to an immersive gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the excellent rendering of characters and mechs, as well as smooth controls, making it stand out in the roguelike shooter genre. Overall, the graphics are considered a significant strength, enhancing the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “Is an intense action-packed game with stunning visuals and immersive gameplay.”
- “But, the graphics are much better than the gameplay.”
- “The graphics are eye-popping, with vibrant alien landscapes and gorgeously rendered mechs that make you feel like a titan of destruction.”
- “With its fast-paced action, top-notch graphics, and tongue-in-cheek humor, it's a game that stands out from the crowd in a genre filled with pretenders.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its clever use of tongue-in-cheek humor, featuring quirky characters and witty dialogue that provide comedic relief even during intense action sequences. Players can expect to enjoy a blend of hilarious one-liners and sarcastic banter, making the experience both entertaining and engaging. Overall, it stands out in its genre as a humorous looter shooter that successfully combines adrenaline-fueled gameplay with comedic elements.
- “But it's not just the intense action that sets this game apart; it's the quirky characters and hilarious dialogue that will leave you in stitches.”
- “Their one-liners and sarcastic banter with your AI companion will have you laughing out loud, even in the midst of a heated battle.”
- “In conclusion, this roguelike shooter is a hilarious, adrenaline-fueled romp through alien territories that will have you laughing, sweating, and loving every minute of it.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its quality and find it enjoyable, others feel it lacks excitement and memorability, suggesting it needs more energy to enhance the overall experience. There are calls for improvements in sound effects and a desire for more engaging, hype-inducing tracks that can sustain long play sessions.
- “Nice visuals and cool music!”
- “The combat is pleasant, leveling up is interesting, and the music is also very good.”
- “Find someone to make some hype music to carry the game a bit, and make sure it can be listened to for hours without getting sick of it, like Kentenshi - Paranoia 10 hour edit.”
- “The music and sound need some tuning.”
- “Cool gameplay overall, but the sound effects and music need some work.”
- “The music isn't hype enough; I honestly don't remember if there was any.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be quite unstable, with numerous bugs affecting gameplay, and it lacks sufficient content to engage players.
- “The game is really buggy and lacks content.”
- “The game is really buggy and lacks content.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the grinding in this game is less intense compared to titles like Soulstone Survivor, suggesting a more balanced approach to progression.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted to require further optimization, as users express a consensus that improvements are needed in this area.
- “Though it might need more optimizations, probably.”
- “Though it might need more optimizations, probably.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a surprisingly deep storyline that develops as players progress, providing a compelling narrative that balances the intense action.
- “And if the non-stop killing spree gets a bit too much, fear not, because there's a surprisingly deep storyline that unfolds as you progress.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers generally agree that the game successfully recreates a compelling atmosphere, effectively immersing players in its environment.
- “At the same time, it can be said that she managed to recreate the atmosphere quite well.”