Kop Killer 22XX

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Kop Killer 22XX is a single player arcade hack and slash game. It was developed by Dr. Shameless Cat Games and was released on March 6, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "Kop Killer 22XX" , a beat-em up action platformer with a retro aesthetic, players fight against AI-controlled enemies in gritty environments, upgrading their move-set as they climb, mantle, hang, and leap to outmaneuver KAPITAL Operatives. The Early Access game currently offers an ARCADE MODE, where players can battle randomly generated enemies in search of high scores on global leaderboards, with occasional power-ups and comrade recruitment.

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Single-Player

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98%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Excellent gameplay with a fun retro-style shooter/beat-em-up experience.
Engaging story and worldbuilding that resonates with anti-capitalist themes.
Challenging and satisfying combat mechanics, enhanced by a competent AI and unique upgrade system.

The story mode lacks depth and variety, feeling repetitive with limited upgrades.
Visual clarity issues make it difficult to see important elements during gameplay.
Controls can be unresponsive at times, particularly with crouching and aiming.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
19%
The game's story has garnered positive feedback for its engaging retro-style narrative and intriguing setting, leaving players excited for future developments. However, the current story mode is criticized for its lack of gameplay depth and limited upgrades, with many users eager for more content in upcoming updates. Overall, while the foundation of the story is appreciated, players are looking forward to a more fleshed-out experience.
- “Love the story, love the setting, love the control and action.”
- “The game starts with a taste of the story mode which left me excited for future updates.”
- “I'm looking forward to story mode, as I really got into a robot named fight, and enjoyed its lore.”
- “The 'story mode' is really lacking in gameplay, very few upgrades, just the same dude beating everyone up.”
- “In its current state, kk22xx has a tutorial and a roguelite brawler 'arcade mode', with the story to come later.”
- “Frankly, I feel like I'm their escort quest enough of the time.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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The gameplay is praised for its innovative mechanics, particularly the resource loop that balances melee and ranged combat, creating a well-structured experience. However, the story mode is criticized for its lack of depth and upgrades, making it feel repetitive. Overall, while the game features a solid core of engaging mechanics and worldbuilding, it also shows some limitations that detract from the overall experience.
- “Excellent gameplay, amazing worldbuilding, classic yet innovative.”
- “I'm particularly fond of the mechanic where killing enemies with melee gives ammo while killing enemies with ranged attacks gives health; it's really well balanced, especially in the brawler sections.”
- “Even if it comes in retro aesthetics, the gameplay is anything but retro.”
- “The 'story mode' is really lacking in gameplay, with very few upgrades and just the same character beating everyone up.”
- “It looks and plays just like a bargain bin title that somehow gained cult status despite its obvious gameplay limitations.”
- “Gameplay at its most basic is the 'Doom Eternal resource loop': melee kills get ammo, gun kills get health.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game is highly praised for its energetic chip tune soundtrack, which complements the action and enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight its catchy beats and smooth integration with gameplay, contributing to the game's vibrant atmosphere and engaging combat.
- “A fresh as hell beat 'em up action/platformer, with really sick combat, kickass music, terrific pixel art, a wicked sense of humor, and a radically left bend.”
- “Great music and smooth controls.”
- “Every few area clears, you earn a partner with clutch powers, and each area clear you get a choice of 3 random upgrades; all the while you are jamming to a chip tune soundtrack.”
- “Music reminds me of rogue sentry.”
- “Every few area clears, you earn a partner with clutch powers, and after each area clear, you get a choice of 3 random upgrades; all the while, you are jamming to a chiptune soundtrack.”
- “Soundtrack is pretty rad.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics of the game are praised for their unique retro aesthetic and meticulous attention to detail, especially considering it was developed by only two people. The visuals are described as great sprite work that complements the game's anti-capitalist theme, enhancing the overall experience and engagement.
- “This is a solid platformer with a unique aesthetic from its anti-capitalist theme.”
- “In what I've played, I've noticed an excellent learning curve, a mesmerizing retro aesthetic, a game pampered to the detail (only 2 developers, really?) and, ultimately, a desire to keep playing, which is my goal when starting any video game.”
- “Great sprite visuals.”
- “The graphics are disappointing and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style feels outdated and doesn't do justice to the game's potential.”
- “While the gameplay is engaging, the visuals leave much to be desired.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find certain grinding elements, particularly in specific platforming sections, to be tedious and boring, yet overall, the game is still recommended for its engaging combat mechanics that transform grinding into a more strategic experience akin to puzzle-solving. Many look forward to future updates that may enhance the gameplay further.
- “There are some moments where I disagree with the design and feel it can be a bit tedious, but overall, this is something that I can easily recommend.”
- “This leads to a nice enemy synergy like you see in boomer shooters, where dealing with intense combat can become like a puzzle instead of mindless grinding.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its wicked sense of humor, which complements its engaging beat 'em up gameplay and vibrant pixel art. Reviewers appreciate the humor's freshness and its alignment with the game's radical themes.
- “A fresh and exciting beat 'em up action/platformer, with really sick combat, kickass music, terrific pixel art, a wicked sense of humor, and a radically left bend.”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, making every encounter not just a challenge but a hilarious experience.”
- “I love how the game blends clever jokes with gameplay, keeping me entertained while I fight my way through levels.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a fun and wholesome experience, evoking positive emotions and a sense of joy throughout their gameplay.