Homebrew32

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Homebrew32 is a single player shooter game. It was developed by MON Studios LLC and was released on January 16, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

After being sucked into your PC by a mysterious antivirus, take control of a consciousness-driven 1-5 barreled tank to confront the bugs head-on. Navigate your way through the motherboard, battling boss viruses to unlock new zones. Keep an eye on the 'UPGRADE MACHINE', which bestows upgrades upon you every 1-10 seconds. Accumulate points from previous runs to enhance the upgrade machine further a…

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

music9 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a unique art style and captivating graphics that evoke nostalgia and are visually appealing.
Gameplay is fun and rewarding, with a variety of bosses and a satisfying progression system that encourages players to keep coming back.
The soundtrack is excellent, enhancing the overall experience and adding to the game's charm.

The map design is confusing, with unclear obstacles and collision detection that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There are significant issues with the user interface, including cluttered menus and a lack of clear instructions, making it difficult for new players to understand the game mechanics.
Some players have reported technical issues, such as problems with weapon installation and inconsistent enemy scaling, which detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise for its innovative yet classic blend, featuring a standout soundtrack by dos-88 that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the retro feel, chill vibes, and how the music complements the game's art style and gameplay, contributing to its fun and engaging atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is described as a highlight, with many eager to see future works from the developer.
- “It is innovative but yet classic with a mix of arcade, top-down adventure, with an awesome soundtrack by dos-88 as the cherry on top.”
- “I love the retro feel, and the sound design (especially the soundtrack) is pretty good.”
- “The music, the art style, a chef's kiss.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The music feels out of place and fails to enhance the gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the unique and retro art style, noting the creator's effort and attention to detail, others criticize the color choices and effects as potentially overwhelming or unpleasant. Overall, the game's theming and artistic direction are highlighted positively, despite some concerns about visual discomfort.
- “The theming and graphics have a nice touch.”
- “The music, the art style, a chef's kiss.”
- “I love the art style the most in this game; it's super retro and eye-catching, and the creator obviously put a ton of work into making it his own.”
- “The graphics and colors (including inverting color flashes) are so bad it could potentially give you a migraine.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, offering a satisfying experience once players adjust to the controls and menus, which may initially feel cumbersome. After a brief learning curve, many users find the mechanics rewarding and enjoyable.
- “To be clear, the gameplay itself is great and far from clunky; it just takes a little adjusting to understand how to use the menus efficiently, thanks to how soft we've collectively grown with modern menu design.”
- “To be clear, the gameplay itself is great, and far from clunky; it just takes a little adjusting to understand how to use the menus efficiently, thanks to how soft we've collectively grown with modern menu design.”
- “Okay, so I'm only an hour into gameplay. I won't lie, at first, I was just a tad bit frustrated in figuring out the controls, but after about a 20-minute learning curve, the amount of serotonin I got from finally figuring out the game mechanics made it all worthwhile!”