Kop Killer 22XX
- March 6, 2023
- Morningstar Game Studio
Get on SteamIn "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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Reviews
- The arcade mode is engaging and fun, featuring smart enemy AI and a variety of upgrades that enhance gameplay.
- The game captures a nostalgic retro aesthetic with fluid controls, challenging combat, and a unique anti-capitalist theme.
- Players appreciate the depth of gameplay, with a satisfying resource loop and the ability to unlock new characters and abilities as they progress.
- The game is currently in Early Access and has been criticized for being abandoned, with concerns about the lack of content in the story mode.
- Some players have reported issues with visual clarity and unresponsive controls during gameplay, particularly when using a controller.
- The arcade mode can become repetitive, with runs feeling similar and lacking significant variation in gameplay.
- story35 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story has garnered positive anticipation, with players expressing excitement for the upcoming story mode and praising its engaging premise and character development. While the current early access version includes a tutorial and arcade mode, many reviewers are eager to see how the story will unfold in future updates, despite some concerns about potential gameplay limitations. Overall, the narrative elements and setting have been well-received, leaving players looking forward to more content.
“Has a good tutorial and the premise of the story is absolutely engaging.”
“Story mode is just in its first phase and let me tell you, 1-7 is tough but I enjoyed the plot, all the different level designs of the different parts of the prisons and the cut scenes as they definitely develop a rough-around-the-edges-but-unified dialogue among the characters and invoke the sort of community effort we need to see more of in the world today.”
“With the attention to detail and love that the developers clearly put into the game, I can't wait to see what the developers come up with next, including the story mode and additional levels, bosses, mechanics...”
“The 'story mode' is really lacking in gameplay, very few upgrades, just the same dude beating everyone up.”
“My biggest worry is that the story will just be a wall of text stuck between arena fights.”
“As the game stands on March 7th, 2023, there is only an arcade mode and story-based tutorial with this early access release.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a challenging yet fair retro platform brawler experience, featuring innovative mechanics such as a resource loop where melee kills provide ammo and ranged kills restore health. While the arcade mode offers a dynamic and addictive run-and-gun experience with well-designed enemy AI, the story mode is currently lacking in depth and upgrades. Overall, the game combines classic elements with modern twists, creating a solid foundation for future expansions and enhancements.
“Absolutely rock-hard retro platform brawler game with tons of smart mechanics and some of the best enemy AI I've ever seen in a game of this type.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Although I'm not sure how similar it will be to the announced story mode, you'll at least get a feel for the gameplay, which is a little bit too frantic for me.”
- music11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and engaging chip tune soundtrack, which complements the fast-paced gameplay and enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the solid integration of the music with the game's art and mechanics, noting its ability to keep players motivated and immersed. The 8-bit style and varied tracks contribute to a vibrant atmosphere, making the soundtrack a standout feature.
“Arcade mode is like instant fun and with some cool upgrades, solid combat, cool partner abilities, good music with a nice pace that keeps you going as long as you can.”
“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.”
“The music reminds me of rogue sentry.”
“Each arena is randomized, with different scenarios, music, enemies... and the difficulty level ramps up quickly, making each new arena more challenging!”
“The art and the music also fall right in place during gameplay.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their mesmerizing retro aesthetic, showcasing excellent detail and a unique anti-capitalist theme. Despite its retro style, the visuals are complemented by modern gameplay mechanics, creating an engaging experience that encourages continued play. Overall, the sprite visuals are highlighted as a standout feature.
“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.”
“This captures the retro aesthetic perfectly!”
“Great sprite visuals.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
“While the retro aesthetic is charming, it sometimes detracts from the overall experience.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its wicked sense of humor, which complements its engaging combat and vibrant pixel art. Reviewers note that the humor is both fresh and authentic, effectively setting the tone right from the tutorial.
“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.”
“After completing the tutorial, this game has already done a remarkable job of showcasing what it’s about in a humorous, yet authentic tone.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some sections can feel tedious and boring, particularly in platforming challenges, the overall design encourages engaging combat that resembles puzzle-solving rather than mindless repetition. Many users express a willingness to continue playing and anticipate improvements in future updates.
“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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a fun and wholesome experience, evoking positive emotions and a sense of joy throughout their gameplay.
