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Lilac 0

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96%Game Brain Score
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replayability
96% User Score Based on 57 reviews

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Lilac 0 is a single player action game. It was developed by Bullet Prince and was released on March 4, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Lilac 0 is a vintage-style vertical shoot 'em up set in a machine world torn by endless war, where players battle metallic foes and daunting bosses across five frantic levels. Featuring two playable characters, three difficulty settings, and overkill mechanics to boost scores, it blends pixel art visuals with a chiptune metal soundtrack for an intense arcade experience. Dodge countless bullets and climb leaderboards in this retro-inspired shooter.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews
gameplay14 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • Lilac 0 features stunning visuals and a unique blend of retro and modern aesthetics, making it visually appealing and engaging.
  • The game offers a fair yet challenging experience, with mechanics that reward skill and precision, allowing players to feel a sense of accomplishment with each victory.
  • Multiple difficulty modes and a variety of gameplay mechanics, including a dash attack and lock-on system, make it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned shmup fans.
  • Some players find the game overly challenging, particularly in the early levels, which may deter those who are not familiar with the shmup genre.
  • The music and sound design have received mixed reviews, with some players feeling that the soundtrack lacks diversity and memorability.
  • Issues with bullet visibility and the dash mechanic's responsiveness have been noted, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences for some users.
  • gameplay
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Lilac 0 is characterized by its unique mechanics, including a dash-katana system that enhances the risk-reward dynamic, making it both challenging and engaging. Players appreciate the stylish aesthetics, memorable music, and the variety of mechanics that encourage skill development and memorization. However, some criticisms arise regarding the difficulty level, the control issues with the dash mechanic, and the need for a more comprehensive tutorial to help players fully grasp the game's intricacies.

    • “Lilac 0 raises the risk-reward with the dash-katana mechanic (and the bonus 'style' points it awards you).”
    • “Great shmup with a combo of mechanics that makes it stand out, and rewards learning them well.”
    • “I definitely love the melee dash attack, spices up the gameplay and makes it feel more unique than a lot of other shmups.”
    • “Dislikes: having to start at the beginning of a level every time you die, the dash mechanic is terrible because you can't really control your ship while doing it and you just end up going through one ship, landing onto another, the 'only a dash can harm orange enemies' mechanic just sucks and reminds me of Ikaruga (which I absolutely hated).”
    • “The dash mechanic is a get out of jail free card that puts you into federal prison.”
    • “What this game needs is a thorough tutorial like the ones included in Gun Vein or Angel at Dusk so players really learn how to use the mechanics.”
  • music
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its nostalgic vibe reminiscent of classic shmups, while others find it repetitive and lacking in diversity. Many appreciate the soundtrack's fittingness to the game's aesthetic and gameplay, though some express a desire for catchier and more memorable tunes. Overall, the music complements the game's strong visuals and mechanics, but opinions vary on its impact and originality.

    • “It has an awesome soundtrack, nicely tuned difficulty, online leaderboards, stage select, boss training mode, and some fun unlockables.”
    • “Wonderful art style & sprites, fitting music, and design that shows a great grasp of shmup fundamentals.”
    • “Everything runs super smooth, looks awesome with great pixel art, the music really goes hard with that 16/32 bit flavor.”
    • “My only complaint is that the soundtrack could be more diverse -- but it's a relatively short shmup, so the feel of 'one long prog rock song' works well enough.”
    • “The only thing I didn't really jive with is the music; it's fine for what it is, but nothing super memorable overall.”
    • “Every song is just kinda the same duuuun dundundundun kinda chuggy riff.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their impressive art style, vibrant pixel art, and distinct environments, often drawing comparisons to classic titles like Zeroranger. Reviewers highlight the combination of stylish visuals and engaging gameplay, with many noting that the aesthetics significantly enhance the overall experience. While some critiques mention a lack of depth in sound design, the overall presentation is considered high quality and appealing.

    • “Amazing gameplay, graphics and sound!”
    • “Visuals and style are amazing, very reminiscent of Zeroranger with the limited palette and pixel art.”
    • “The artstyle is impeccable, each environment is distinct and beautiful.”
    • “The music, graphics, and sound effects are all pretty lame as well.”
    • “Surprised by the currently low number of reviews because everything from graphics, presentation, and sound is high quality.”
    • “The main things it derives from Zeroranger are the aesthetic, the player's shot as well as lock-on attacks, and some bullet patterns.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers significant replayability despite its short length, primarily through the pursuit of one-credit clears and unlockable content. While the variety of stages may be limited, players can find ample replay value within the existing content.

    • “While a bit low on the variety front, there’s actually a lot of replay value hidden under the handful of available stages.”
    • “While a bit low on the variety front, there’s actually lots of replay value hidden under the handful of available stages.”
    • “Fairly short and sweet, which is to be expected of this genre, but the sheer replay value from going for 1CCs and unlocks is great.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game to be effective, particularly through the amusing and often unexpected deaths that occur when they lose control during combat. The combination of satisfying gameplay and comedic moments adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.

    • “Slicing through enemies is also satisfying as hell and can even lead you to funny deaths if you can't control yourself, haha!”
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Lilac 0 is a action game.

Lilac 0 is available on PC and Windows.

Lilac 0 was released on March 4, 2025.

Lilac 0 was developed by Bullet Prince.

Lilac 0 has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Lilac 0 is a single player game.

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