Madrobot X

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MadRobot X is a challenging shoot 'em up game with pixel art style and classic gameplay. As the head of a giant robot, you must escape from a mad scientist's laboratory while fighting off enemies and bosses. With adjustable gameplay settings, gamepad support, and various power-ups, this old-school shooter promises an exciting and new experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic pixel art style that evokes memories of classic arcade shooters.
Level design offers a gradual increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
The game includes a variety of powerful items and special skills, enhancing combat strategy and engagement.

The difficulty may be too high for some older players, requiring additional practice to progress.
There are complaints about the lack of variety in enemy patterns, leading to potential boredom in later levels.
Some players experienced minor bugs and wished for more customization options for controls.

gameplay
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, offering precise controls and a satisfying experience, especially with full controller support. However, some users note that many shooters on Steam suffer from control and hitbox issues, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite this, the game boasts long playtime and high replay value for its price, making it a strong recommendation.
- “With long gameplay, high replay value for a low price, Steam cards, and full controller support (I used an Xbox 360 controller - perfect and precise movement), it is hard not to recommend this game.”
- “Many shooters I see released on Steam have some serious control or hitbox problems, making gameplay a mess.”
graphics
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, featuring clean pixel art that enhances visibility, particularly for projectiles. While the visuals are nice, they do not attempt to push any boundaries or innovate significantly.
- “The pixel graphics are clean and bullets are easy to see.”
- “Nice graphics, sound, and music, and it doesn't try to do anything special.”
story
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The story aspect is minimal, with users noting a lack of a traditional narrative. However, it conveys a moral about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity.
- “No story.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
music
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and pleasant, contributing positively to the overall experience without being overly ambitious or innovative. It complements the graphics and sound effectively, enhancing the player's enjoyment.
- “Nice graphics, sound, and music; it doesn't try to do anything special.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
replayability
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's long gameplay and high replay value, especially considering its low price. The inclusion of Steam cards and full controller support further enhances the overall experience, making it a highly recommended title.
- “With long gameplay and high replay value for a low price, along with Steam cards and full controller support (I used an Xbox 360 controller - perfect and precise movement), it is hard not to recommend this game.”