Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition

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Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition is a single player and multiplayer casual platformer game with violence and science fiction themes. It was developed by Lichthund and was released on August 15, 2019. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

LICHTSPEER is an action arcade lightspear-throwing simulator based in an Ancient Germanic Future. Exclusive Nintendo Switch co-op mode for 2 players included!

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game features a humorous neon aesthetic and entertaining gameplay centered around throwing spears.
Co-op mode adds to the fun, making it a great party experience.
The game offers a good challenge and has enjoyable upgrades, making it suitable for short play sessions.

The gameplay becomes repetitive and tedious, especially during boss fights, leading to frustration.
Controls can be problematic, particularly with mouse aiming and gamepad glitches, impacting the overall experience.
The game lacks polish and depth, feeling more like a simple flash game rather than a fully developed title.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay is centered around a simple spear-throwing mechanic that is initially entertaining but becomes repetitive and tedious, especially during boss fights. While the game offers enjoyable cooperative play and a pleasant aesthetic, players often find the mechanics frustrating and lacking depth as they progress. Overall, it provides a fun experience for a few hours but may outstay its welcome due to its limited gameplay variety.
- “Great music, very pleasant gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is simple, yet sehr entertaining (a 'bit' pain in the arsch later on), I like these kinds of games.”
- “Very simple gameplay but surprisingly fun when you manage to finish a level.”
- “It plays like a flash game centered around a single mechanic turned up to eleven.”
- “While it starts off as a fun flash-game style silly start, it goes about as far as it can with its mechanics. About halfway through the game, the boss fights become tedious rather than fun.”
- “It's fun for a couple of hours and has an interesting playstyle, but at its core, it's a spear throw mechanic that should be a part of a bigger game.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny neon style and engaging visuals, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. However, some players feel that the game's interactivity and narration could be improved, as it doesn't fully deliver on the comedic potential showcased in the trailer.
- “And the humor, the visuals, the whole design throw it on a whole new level of awesomeness.”
- “Funny little game about throwing laser spears.”
- “- funny neon style”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising it as great and enhancing the gameplay experience, while others find it repetitive and lacking variety, particularly in the early levels. Overall, the soundtrack's quality seems to vary significantly between different stages.
- “Great music, very pleasant gameplay.”
- “The music is kind of lame and also repetitive.”
- “My experience with the game varied depending on which stage I was playing, partially because some of the early levels lacked variety, and the soundtrack was hit-and-miss.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics feature a distinctive retro-futuristic 70s German aesthetic, complemented by a quirky art style and sound design that enhances the overall experience. While the visuals are described as "alright," they contribute to a humorous and unique atmosphere that elevates the game's appeal.
- “And the humor, the visuals, the whole design throw it on a whole new level of awesomeness.”
- “The art style and sound is alright, but there isn't really a story outside a silly concept about retro-futuristic 70s Germans fighting some weird alien gods.”
- “The visuals and the whole design throw it on a whole new level of awesomeness.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game's story is criticized for being shallow and lacking coherence, revolving around a quirky concept of retro futuristic 70s Germans battling bizarre alien gods. Many players express a desire for a more substantial narrative, preferring longer games with deeper storytelling over the brief experience offered.
- “Personally, I'd prefer games that offer 15-20 hours of story rather than a short mini-game.”
- “The art style and sound are alright, but there isn't really a story outside of a silly concept about retro-futuristic 70s Germans fighting some weird alien gods.”
- “Personally, I'd rather have some 15-20 hour games with a story rather than a short mini-game.”
- “It lacks any coherent story to get me interested.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that while the game begins with enjoyable mechanics reminiscent of a flash game, the grinding becomes tedious during boss fights, detracting from the overall fun experience.
- “While it starts off as a fun, flash-game style experience, it quickly becomes tedious. About halfway through, the boss fights lose their charm and feel more like a grind than an enjoyable challenge.”
- “The initial excitement fades fast, and what was once engaging gameplay turns into a repetitive slog. Grinding for upgrades feels more like a chore than a rewarding experience.”
- “After a promising start, the game devolves into endless grinding. The mechanics that were once entertaining become monotonous, making it hard to stay invested.”

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Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition is a casual platformer game with violence and science fiction themes.

Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Xbox One and others.

Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition was released on August 15, 2019.

Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition was developed by Lichthund.

Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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