Horizon Shift
- May 29, 2015
- Flump Studios
Get on SteamHorizon Shift is an explosive wave based, single screen shooter, with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack! Use the unique risk reward multiplier system to maximise power-ups, build your bomb and destroy EVERYTHING!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features innovative mechanics that blend shooting and platforming elements, providing a fresh and engaging experience.
- It has a rewarding scoring system that encourages players to take risks, enhancing the overall gameplay depth.
- The developer is attentive and responsive to community feedback, showcasing a strong commitment to improving the game.
- The game can be extremely difficult and unforgiving, which may frustrate some players.
- Visuals and music are considered bland and generic, lacking the polish that some players expect.
- The sudden genre shifts during gameplay can disrupt the flow and may not appeal to everyone.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a blend of familiar axis-flipping mechanics and innovative platforming elements, including destructible environments and a rewarding double jump system. Players navigate through creatively designed levels filled with obstacles and enemies, all while enjoying precise controls and an engaging scoring system. The combination of cool graphics, excellent sound design, and depth in gameplay contributes to a satisfying and immersive experience.
“And the double jump button becomes a joyful mechanic that adds a rare sense of accomplishment, while the player is dodging bullets, destroying ships, and trying to jump over moving spikes and other obstacles invading the horizon line.”
“Cool graphics, great tunes & sound effects, precise controls, and a surprising degree of depth in gameplay and scoring.”
“While the axis-flipping mechanic is not new, the game does bring some interesting platforming mechanics into play, complete with enemies being able to destroy the line, creating jumpable gaps.”
“It explodes every single mechanic in a lot of creative ways and original situations.”
“Cool graphics, great tunes & sound effects, precise controls and a surprising degree of depth in gameplay and scoring.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it relaxing and enjoyable, others describe it as generic. However, many appreciate the cool soundtrack that complements the game's various modes and controls.
“The controls are great and it has a lot of cool modes with a very cool soundtrack too.”
“The music is generic.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users find them bland and unremarkable, others praise the vibrant design and engaging visuals, comparing them favorably to works by renowned creators like Tetsuya Mizoguchi. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the arcade experience, complemented by excellent sound and gameplay mechanics.
“With a lot of brilliant design ideas and absorbing visuals that resemble Tetsuya Mizoguchi, Namco, or Taito contemporary creations, Horizon Shift has become, along with Pacman Championship Edition DX+, one of my favorite arcade experiences on Steam.”
“Cool graphics, great tunes & sound effects, precise controls, and a surprising degree of depth in gameplay and scoring.”
“On the negative side, the visuals are nothing special.”
“The artwork is bland.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
