Intake
- November 6, 2013
- Cipher Prime Studios
- 14h median play time
Get on Steam"Intake" is a single-player Science Fiction Shooter game with perfected mechanics and impressive graphics/music. The "MAYDAY" update includes challenge levels at level intervals, flashbangs, and a "No Nonsense Mode", along with bug fixes for better gameplay experience. Additional features such as Gartnervision, a tweet button, and shortened loading times have also been added.
Reviews
- Intake features addictive gameplay with simple controls that make it accessible to players of all ages.
- The game offers a variety of power-ups and upgrades, enhancing the replayability and challenge as players aim for high scores.
- Visually appealing with vibrant graphics and a fast-paced, engaging experience that keeps players coming back for more.
- The in-game music is repetitive and not well-received, leading many players to prefer their own playlists.
- Some levels, particularly level 10 and beyond, can be extremely challenging, potentially frustrating players who are not prepared for the difficulty spike.
- The game may feel too fast-paced and chaotic for some, with bright colors and effects that could be overwhelming or lead to eye strain.
- music24 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it catchy and well-suited to the fast-paced gameplay, while others criticize the limited selection and repetitiveness of the tracks. Many users suggest turning off the in-game music in favor of personal playlists, particularly favoring genres like dubstep. Overall, while the soundtrack has its moments, the lack of variety detracts from the experience for some players.
“The soundtrack is also pretty good, it loops really well.”
“And the game's soundtrack is glorious, making the game unique and memorable.”
“Music is very fitting and gameplay is very customizable.”
“The music selection, however, is not very good in my books.”
“I suggest to anyone playing to turn off the in-game music and instead have a playlist of dubstep artists like Excision, Datsik, or Camellia playing in a Google Chrome tab.”
“The lack of music tracks is what brings it a little down in grade as you only got 1 song and 2 unlockable songs, which are about 30 seconds long and then repeated. I find myself just slapping one of my own songs on in a browser or media player and playing the game without music.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and addictive nature, focusing on shooting and breaking pills before they reach the bottom of the screen. Players can earn in-game currency to purchase power-ups, and the controls are intuitive, allowing for fast-paced action. Overall, the game excels in delivering a fun and engaging experience, enhanced by fitting music and customizable elements.
“Gameplay is simple enough: shoot and break pills before they reach the bottom of the play area.”
“Gameplay is excellent, whether you use a keyboard or mouse: simple controls for quick, non-stop action.”
“As the saying goes, 'Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.' This is personified in intake with its super simple yet challenging pill-popping gameplay.”
“This is a fun game, I was skeptical at first when I was watching gameplay videos that the game looks stupid and boring; you just click things, but it is not!”
“Its a simple mechanic, of two colored pills each level.”
“If the song in the gameplay trailer doesn't thrill you, there are others you unlock through the course of the game.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are consistently praised for their sharpness, brightness, and overall visual appeal, contributing to an engaging experience. Users appreciate the clean and classy interface, though some suggest that cursor color differentiation could be improved for better gameplay clarity. The combination of appealing visuals and a fitting soundtrack enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The visuals are quite clean and nice; however, I'd like the cursor color to be just a tad more noticeable because sometimes the color from one right might be the same as the next, and you could accidentally lose a combo due to the slight lack of visual information on what color your cursor is.”
“Graphics are sharp and brightly colored, and the interface is, for a lack of a better word in my limited vocabulary, classy.”
“Beautiful graphics.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, attributing it to its addictive coin-up theme and challenging gameplay that encourages repeated play. The combination of enjoyment and challenge contributes to a nearly infinite replay value, making it a favorite for those who appreciate arcade-style experiences.
“The coin-up theme is another plus, especially if you used to play arcade machines, with the level of addictiveness and replayability that this game has.”
“It's also just challenging enough, which gives it near-infinite replayability.”
“The game is enjoyable, playable, and most of all, replayable!”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted through its amusing levels, which add a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience. Players appreciate how the comedic elements complement the challenge of improving their skills, making the training process enjoyable and engaging.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever jokes and hilarious scenarios that keep you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and funny character interactions that make every moment enjoyable.”
“The comedic elements are perfectly timed, adding a lighthearted touch to the gameplay that makes it even more fun.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered unimportant by users, suggesting that it does not significantly impact their overall experience of the game.
“The story feels completely irrelevant to the gameplay.”
“The narrative is poorly developed and fails to engage the player.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and lacking depth.”
