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Infinos Gaiden

Infinos Gaiden feels like a long-lost SNK title. Though it is not the deepest or longest game around, it’s a new experience that almost feels nostalgic.
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95%Game Brain Score
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100% User Score Based on 60 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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Infinos Gaiden is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Picorinne Soft and was released on January 19, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Infinos Gaiden is a horizontal shoot 'em up game with pixel-perfect graphics and an epic synth-wave soundtrack. Players must blast through waves of enemies and bosses, upgrading their ship and skills along the way. With its challenging gameplay and striking visuals, Infinos Gaiden is a must-play for fans of classic shoot 'em ups.

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Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews
music20 positive mentions
  • Infinos Gaiden features beautiful pixel art, impressive parallax scrolling, and a fantastic soundtrack that evokes nostalgia for classic 90s shmups.
  • The gameplay is accessible yet challenging, with multiple difficulty settings and a challenge mode that allows players to practice stages and improve their skills.
  • The game successfully combines elements from classic shooters like Gradius and R-Type, offering a solid arcade experience with tight controls and engaging level design.
  • The weapon variety is limited, with only three types of weapons that can feel underwhelming, leading to frustration during gameplay.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as the lack of bonus enemy waves during speedkills and the absence of Steam Cloud support, detract from the overall experience.
  • The game may feel too straightforward for some players, lacking the complexity and depth found in more modern shmups.
  • music
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, particularly for its energetic and engaging soundtrack composed by the legendary Hyakutaro Tsukumo, which features a blend of upbeat rock and melancholic themes. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout element that enhances the overall experience, complementing the game's beautiful pixel art and fast-paced gameplay. Many consider it a perfect fit for both newcomers to the genre and fans of classic shoot 'em ups.

    • “Not only did the visuals receive a massive upgrade which make them on par or even better than most arcade games from the 90's, but the music is done by legendary composer Hyakutaro Tsukumo (Thunder Force V/VI, Hyper Duel, Blast Wind, Battle Crust) this time around as well.”
    • “Hyakutaro Tsukumo's soundtrack is spectacular, and the designs of both enemies and backgrounds are impressive.”
    • “The artistic value of the animation and music working together to present an enjoyable theme can't be understated.”
    • “Some bullet patterns are different, and it's also lacking the arranged soundtrack.”
    • “Although I was never a fan of the music in a lot of Japanese shooters of that era, the music here fits that style.”
    • “Although I was never a fan of the music in a lot of Japanese shooters of that era, the music here fits that style.”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its arcade style, featuring smooth controls and a balanced difficulty level, making it enjoyable for repeated play. While some players find the design lacking in complexity and depth, others appreciate the straightforward mechanics and effective power-up system, drawing comparisons to classic shooters like "R-Type." Overall, the game offers a solid core experience, though it may not satisfy those seeking additional features like achievements.

    • “Extremely underrated 32-bit shooter with a killer soundtrack and fast gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay has a good level of difficulty and feels very balanced.”
    • “As for gameplay, the powerup system is simple but effective, the controls are smooth and responsive and the levels are exciting to play over and over again.”
    • “Anyways, this definitely looks and feels like ad2, maybe even with better graphics and stages, but the gameplay is pretty lacking in my opinion.”
    • “The game really lacked well thought out design in the gameplay department.”
    • “The gameplay is relatively straightforward with a frugal weapon system similar to that of 'R-Type', but with its own unique twist.”
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the beautiful 2D pixel art and attention to detail that elevates it to a level comparable to or better than classic 90s arcade games. The retro aesthetic, combined with a fantastic soundtrack by renowned composer Hyakutaro Tsukumo, enhances the overall experience, making it a standout title in the shoot 'em up genre. Despite some critiques of gameplay, the visual presentation is consistently highlighted as a major strength.

    • “But still the graphics and sprite work are beautiful and might be worth it to just play through once so you can see all the stages.”
    • “Not only did the visuals receive a massive upgrade which makes them on par or even better than most arcade games from the 90's, but the music is done by legendary composer Hyakutaro Tsukumo this time around as well.”
    • “The attention to detail in the design aesthetic is astounding.”
    • “Anyways, this definitely looks and feels like ad2, maybe even with better graphics and stages, but the gameplay is pretty lacking in my opinion.”
    • “All of this was done with 2D pixel graphics.”
    • “The programmer has even included slight graphical stutters on the overlapped parallax scrolling to mimic hardware of the era.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is marked by a dynamic audio experience, where the background music transitions from an intense volume to a subdued tone as players break through the planet's atmosphere, enhancing the sense of immersion and excitement during space travel.

    • “You burst through the planet’s outer atmosphere and the action-packed background music dims to a faint sound as you catapult into space, then gradually reverts back to a normal (but slightly lower) volume as you reorient yourself and finish the stage.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on Linux systems, where it runs smoothly without issues.

    • “It also runs great on Linux.”
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Infinos Gaiden is a arcade shooter game with science fiction theme.

Infinos Gaiden is available on PC and Windows.

Infinos Gaiden was released on January 19, 2018.

Infinos Gaiden was developed by Picorinne Soft.

Infinos Gaiden has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Infinos Gaiden is a single player game.

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