Mala Petaka

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Mala Petaka is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Sanditio Bayu and was released on September 25, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Mala Petaka is a retro-style 2D arcade shooter inspired by sci-fi FPS games, built on the GZDoom engine. Players control Petaka, an amnesiac protagonist on a quest to restore his memories by killing aliens and drones and finding Memory Orbs through warp portals. The game features various weapons, including fists, pistol, shotgun, machine gun, grenade launcher, plasma rifle, and more, and a hub map to choose levels in the full version.

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

music12 positive mentions

The game features vibrant, colorful visuals and a nostalgic chiptune soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
Gunplay is satisfying with a variety of impactful weapons, and the level design is well-executed, making navigation easy and enjoyable.
Mala Petaka offers fast-paced, fun gameplay reminiscent of classic shooters, and players are excited about the upcoming free expansion.

The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 2-4 hours, which may not justify the price for some players.
Some levels can feel repetitive or lack variety, leading to a somewhat monotonous experience.
The difficulty may be on the easier side, especially for experienced players, which could detract from the challenge.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many praising its nostalgic chiptune style and high-energy upbeat tracks that enhance the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers express a desire for the soundtrack to be released on platforms like Spotify or as physical media, highlighting its quality and the emotional connection it fosters. Overall, the music is described as a standout feature that complements the vibrant visuals and fast-paced action.
- “The music is perfect - you can tell this game really was a labor of love.”
- “Fun, fast-paced game with lovely chiptune music and a loud and striking art style.”
- “The beautiful, colorful visuals and good soundtrack make this game a pleasure to play.”
- “Probably need OST DLC.”
- “I really hope the soundtrack gets released so I can listen to it anytime.”
- “Doom game with retro color palette and 8-bit soundtrack.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, colorful aesthetic and nostalgic charm, reminiscent of classic titles like Mega Man and NES games. Reviewers highlight the distinct designs of characters and enemies, as well as the engaging art style that complements the fast-paced gameplay. Overall, the visuals, combined with a lively chiptune soundtrack, create a fun and immersive experience that stands out in the modern boomer shooter genre.
- “The aesthetic quality is amazing: everything is super colorful and fun, I like the distinct designs of all the enemies and even the main character.”
- “The beautiful, colorful visuals and good soundtrack make this game a pleasure to play.”
- “Awesome art style with awesome chiptunes!”
- “The gameplay feels like modern Doom, but with the old Doom visuals.”
- “Oh, and the artstyle.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by satisfying weapon mechanics and a fast-paced, room-by-room encounter style reminiscent of classic FPS games like Serious Sam and Doom, enhanced by a colorful art style and upbeat soundtrack. While some mechanics, such as time dilation, are praised for their uniqueness, there are concerns about the short length of the game and under-utilized movement options. Overall, players find the gameplay engaging enough to warrant replaying despite its brevity.
- “The weapons all feel satisfying to use, and the pummeling mechanic is a simple yet satisfying way to maintain your health and encourage you to get up close to enemies.”
- “If you wonder what kind of FPS it might be, its gameplay loop is pretty much akin to a Serious Sam game (a lot of emphasis on room-by-room encounters) but at a much faster pace.”
- “The gameplay feels like modern Doom, but with the old Doom visuals.”
- “Shotgun mechanics in the expansion, I do feel that was a bit of a missed opportunity after introducing it so early in the game.”
- “There's actually an Indonesian action game called Troublemaker, but the gameplay isn't engaging, so I don't think it's worth buying.”
- “Some of the movement mechanics feel a little under-utilized, but the developer says more levels are coming in a free expansion, so hopefully we'll see more of that soon!”
story
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The story is straightforward and not overly complex, allowing players to enjoy the game without the need for memorization. There is anticipation for future updates that may expand the narrative further.
- “The story is engaging and easy to follow, allowing players to immerse themselves without the need to memorize complex patterns.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a straightforward narrative, making it accessible for everyone.”
- “I'm excited for future updates that promise to expand the story even further.”
- “There's no need to worry about a complex story or memorize a bunch of patterns.”
- “Hopefully, with future updates, more story content will be added.”