Lightning Fighter 2: Space War
Get on Play Store"Lightning Fighter 2: Retro STG is a thrilling Shoot 'em Up game with spectacular mechanics, stunning visuals, and a fantastic soundtrack. Take control of the Falcon aircraft and shoot down Galaga-inspired alien invaders in this retro-style space shooter. Be prepared for a few bugs, but overall it's a fun and engaging experience for any shooter game enthusiast."
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game features great graphics and smooth gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
- It offers a variety of aircraft and weapons, allowing for different play styles and strategies.
- The game is addictive and provides a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic arcade shooters.
- The game frequently crashes, causing players to lose progress and collected coins, which can be very frustrating.
- There is a lack of offline play, requiring a constant internet connection, which limits accessibility.
- The controls can be unresponsive or laggy, making it difficult to maneuver effectively during intense gameplay.
- graphics76 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive a largely positive reception, with many users praising their beauty, smoothness, and attention to detail. While some reviews mention issues with lag or a desire for improvements, the overall consensus highlights the graphics as a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience. Users appreciate the vibrant colors and engaging animations, making it a visually appealing title in the arcade genre.
“Responsive, very challenging, beautiful graphics, no need to purchase to progress and no ads.”
“Amazing graphics, amazing ships, amazing everything!”
“Beautiful, colorful graphics, very fast-paced gameplay, satisfying explosions.”
“Terrible graphics & sound.”
“The graphics are pretty bad in my opinion and the movement of the ship and enemies are laggy.”
“1the graphic looks rusty.”
- music38 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its rock soundtrack as one of the best in mobile gaming. While some noted a lack of variety and occasional monotony, the overall experience is enhanced by the impressive soundtracks that complement the gameplay. However, a few users expressed dissatisfaction with specific issues, such as music interruptions and inconsistencies during battles.
“Whoever created the music for this game knows their stuff!”
“Great graphics, great music, addictive gameplay, Lightning Fighter 2 really nails it where it counts.”
“Superb gameplay, rocking music, cool sound effects, no in-game ads.”
“Good game but omg, the music is awful!”
“Ugly game, ugly music.”
“Only complaint I have is how the music changes; it just jumps to the next track.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its addictive nature, smooth mechanics, and engaging graphics, making it enjoyable for many players. However, some users report issues such as connection problems, bugs, and occasional gameplay redundancy, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the game is noted for its fast-paced action and satisfying elements, appealing to those who appreciate vibrant visuals and challenging gameplay.
“I have been sucked into the addictive gameplay, which is outstanding!”
“Great fun and gameplay, well designed.”
“Beautiful, colorful graphics, very fast-paced gameplay, satisfying explosions.”
“Not many elements to the game; it's okay for about 5 minutes of gameplay.”
“Gameplay is coin farm based, littered with freezing glitches and connection errors; you will lose all your progress.”
“But every now and then, I would experience a crash during gameplay; I already sent a report twice because the game would suddenly stop responding.”
- monetization20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to crashes. While some users appreciate that the game can be played and progressed without mandatory purchases, others feel that the ad experience detracts significantly from enjoyment. Overall, the balance between optional ads and gameplay experience remains a contentious point among players.
“The in-app purchases aren't invasive and aren't necessary to complete the game (though do make it much easier).”
“Responsive, very challenging, beautiful graphics, no need to purchase to progress and no ads.”
“All the way it's worth the download and most of all no ads!”
“One thing is, if you accidentally tap the button to watch the ads and gain free bombs, it takes away the rest of your attempts to play it.”
“Was good at first, but then you can't skip the ads and keep getting stuck on the ads and if you skip them the game crashes and you lose your coins and power and you can't get it back.”
“Entirely too many ads, which take away from truly enjoying this app.”
- stability16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with frequent freezes and crashes reported by users, particularly when transitioning between levels or after completing missions. Many players experience loss of progress due to these bugs, which persist even after updates, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. Overall, while the game has potential, its stability problems severely impact gameplay.
“But 50% of the time you go back to the menu, it freezes on 'connecting' to something and the only solution is to kill the app and lose everything you did on that level.”
“Really sucks when we've played all the way through the game from bronze and it freezes on the last level of gold.”
“Even after several updates, the game is still buggy and plagued by crashes.”
- story14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is criticized for its lack of depth and clarity, with players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative and better integration of story elements, such as a final boss theme. Additionally, technical issues like freezing and crashing detract from the overall experience, making it difficult for players to fully engage with the missions. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of a compelling story and the presence of glitches hinder its potential.
“But if you added some story to it and included multiplayer, it would have been great.”
“The only additions I'd really like to see are a health bar and an in-game explanation of the story.”
“Maybe give the final boss its own theme and add a story?”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, with many noting that while it can be rewarding, it often feels repetitive, especially when farming for resources. However, the grind is generally considered manageable and not overly frustrating, as players can choose to engage with optional ads for bonuses. Overall, the game maintains a fun experience despite the grind, thanks to its impressive graphics and responsive gameplay.
“The game is cool, but it's a bit grindy.”
“A lot of jets available... it's not a pay-to-win game, though money grinding can be a pain.”
“Bronze, silver, and gold all give the same amount of gold; might as well keep farming on the bronze level to get the planes.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its sharp wit, particularly in its commentary on the shortcomings of Android developers, which users find amusing. Additionally, the game's requirement for a connection is highlighted as a source of humor, adding to its lighthearted tone.
“Why are so many Android devs so hilariously short-sighted?”
“Funny to see this game need a connection.”
“Funny”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by imprecise controls, which detracts from the overall experience and immersion. Users feel that the lack of accuracy in touch responses hinders their emotional connection to the gameplay.
