Loop-Loop DX

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Far into the future, a galactic super prison known as "The Prisom" keeps the Galaxy's most dangerous criminals within it's colorfully crystalline walls. Escape this superstructure by blasting down prison staff, other criminals, and even... yourself.

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Single-Player

99%

Audience ScoreBased on 572 reviews

story52 positive mentions

Loop-Loop DX is a fun and charming 2D bullet shooter with a humorous storyline and engaging gameplay mechanics.
The game features a great soundtrack and clean visuals, making it an enjoyable experience for players.
It's a short but replayable game with a variety of achievements, providing good value for a free title.

The game is quite short, often completed in under an hour, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Some players found the difficulty to be inconsistent, with certain levels being too easy compared to others.
There are occasional performance issues, particularly in specific levels, which can detract from the overall experience.

story
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally well-received, characterized by its humorous and lighthearted tone, which complements the engaging gameplay. While some players found the narrative intriguing and enjoyable, others noted that it could be confusing or lacking in depth, especially towards the end. Overall, the story adds significant value to the experience, making it a memorable aspect of the game despite its brevity.
- “The story is so good it made me cry.”
- “The story although being short is intriguing, and the dialogue between the characters is funny as hell. All in all, the game looks fantastic, plays really smoothly, the music fits perfectly and keeps me motivated, and is a good boredom buster. I will be eagerly waiting for a sequel :)”
- “Loop-loop is a 2D action adventure where you control 'the commander' with the objective being to escape the prison you are in. The story and atmosphere are really enjoyable and honestly a great part of the game.”
- “Also, the story at the end is hard to understand and kind of stupid.”
- “It wasn't really emphasized in the story except at the very beginning, and it wasn't explained why it happens; you just have to assume that it's something that happens in the cosmic prism that you're escaping.”
- “The only other problem is that this game seems like the kind of game to crank up the difficulty to compensate for the short story, and I would like to see it if it gets a sequel.”
music
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many users praising its excellent quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience. The soundtrack is described as a "banger," fitting well with the game's atmosphere and levels, and is noted for being both relaxing and motivating. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The music is excellent and matches each upcoming level.”
- “The soundtrack is the best part of this game; it's simple and fun.”
- “The music and style is just really immersive, and it's free which is amazing.”
- “The music and artwork was very 100/10 and I really enjoyed the humor in the game.”
- “From music, to sound design, to humor, this game is top-tier.”
- “Though what I love about the game is the simplistic gameplay, the story, the music, and even the design.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a fun and engaging 2D bullet shooter with simple yet satisfying mechanics, enhanced by humorous elements and a charming story. Players appreciate the gradual introduction of new gameplay features, solid level design, and responsive controls, making it accessible while still offering depth. Overall, the game combines casual play with smart design, providing a delightful experience with various modes and achievements to explore.
- “Overall, the gameplay is good and not too complex, with some really cool level mechanics that I wish the game had more of.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, the art is so simple yet so beautiful, especially the background.”
- “Has a silly story with some quips here and there, pretty solid gameplay with gimmicks on each level and a great soundtrack for such a short game.”
- “Waiting simulator with occasional gameplay.”
- “Story is alright, game mechanics are average, but overall I think it's a very fun and frustrating game.”
- “At first it seems like a very simple game with simple mechanics, then it slowly introduces you to more and more stuff.”
humor
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its silliness and clever writing, featuring funny characters, engaging dialogue, and a lighthearted storyline that doesn't take itself too seriously. Players appreciate the combination of amusing mechanics and entertaining backstories, making it a fun experience overall. The game's humor, along with its vibrant art and music, contributes significantly to its appeal, making it a must-play for fans of comedic gaming.
- “This game is a must play for all the silly humor, twists, and bullet hell shenanigans.”
- “The story, although being short, is intriguing, and the dialogue between the characters is funny as hell. All in all, the game looks fantastic, plays really smoothly, the music fits perfectly and keeps me motivated, and is a good boredom buster. I will be eagerly waiting for a sequel!”
- “A pleasant surprise; the humor in the game was on point, the story was enjoyable, and the game plays well with some neat mechanics. It also has bonus game modes and tons of achievements!”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their clean, simplistic aesthetic and beautiful visuals, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Many reviewers highlight the art style as original and appealing, with smooth animations and a good framerate. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's humor and engaging dynamics.
- “The visuals are beautiful and the movement and shooting dynamics are spot-on.”
- “Really fun with sweet original graphics, in my opinion, really great, you gotta check it out!”
- “Good framerate, responsive controls, clean visuals, satisfying gameplay.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find "Loop Loop" to be an emotional experience, often describing it as a roller coaster of feelings. The game's bad ending, characterized by a sudden tonal shift and minimal dialogue, enhances its emotional impact, leading some players to tears due to its heartbreaking narrative. Overall, the story is praised for its depth and ability to evoke strong emotions.
- “I got past where I was stuck and beat the game, getting the bad ending, and found it to be surprisingly emotional.”
- “The bad end's sudden tonal shift and implied tragedy, along with its rather minimal dialogue, make it more emotional and affecting for me.”
- “The story is so good it made me cry.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its short length, which contributes to its replayability, primarily driven by a variety of achievements. While some achievements are easy to obtain, others present a more significant challenge, encouraging players to revisit the game. Overall, the combination of a concise playtime and achievement-based goals enhances the game's replay value.
- “A good game, but short; the replayability is focused on achievements, some are very easy while others prove to be a good challenge.”
- “The game is short and replayable.”
- “The game is good, short, and the achievements give the game some replayability.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Loop-loop is highly praised, with players enjoying the engaging story and relaxing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The combination of enjoyable music, fun gameplay, and humorous writing contributes to a captivating environment that keeps players coming back for more.
- “The story and atmosphere are really enjoyable and honestly a great part of the game. The soundtrack was so relaxing and enjoyable that when I did my 2nd and 3rd plays for achievements, I didn't even put music on.”
- “Nice atmosphere and music, fun gameplay, funny writing, and doesn't overstay its welcome.”
- “The atmosphere is captivating, making each moment in the game feel immersive and engaging.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its strong optimization, especially considering it is free. While performance issues occur in the white zone, recent updates have significantly improved stability, particularly when lighting is disabled.
- “The game runs really well and is incredibly optimized, especially for a free game.”
- “Performance suffers in the white zone, but Alex updated the game, making it much better, and it performs well with lighting disabled.”
- “Performance suffers in the white zone, but Alex updated the game so that it's much better and performs well with lighting disabled.”

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