Mecha-Tokyo Rush

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In the year 16XX the city of Mecha-Tokyo has been infested with strange and powerful yōkai! Where did they come from and why are they destroying the city? It's up to Giga, Tera and the other super robots to find out and stop them!

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Play Modes

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

63%

Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic retro aesthetic that appeals to fans of old-school platformers.
It offers a simple two-button control scheme that is easy to learn and can be fun for quick gaming sessions.
As a free game, it provides some enjoyable moments and has potential for improvement with future updates.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a short time.
There are significant technical issues, including game-breaking bugs, poor frame pacing, and locked resolution, which detract from the overall experience.
The level design is uninspired, with many rooms feeling similar and boss fights being unfair due to poor mechanics.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The gameplay of Mecha-Tokyo Rush is reminiscent of 1990s NES titles, drawing inspiration from classic games like Mega Man, but ultimately falls short with its endless runner mechanics and repetitive level design. While it offers nostalgic charm for retro enthusiasts, the lack of variety in gameplay can lead to a monotonous experience. Players may enjoy it more with a controller to enhance the authentic feel, but those seeking depth may be disappointed.
- “Lots of fun, kind of like Mega Man 2 with similar character design, expressions, and game loading mechanics.”
- “For retro-loving gamers like me, Mecha-Tokyo Rush will bring you bliss, as long as you invest in a controller to retain the authentic feel of the gameplay.”
- “It's a 1990's NES/Japanese themed stylistic ripoff of Metroid, but with dumbed down endless runner gameplay.”
- “I expected a Mega Man type game, but it was an endless runner with repeating gameplay.”
- “For retro-loving gamers like me, Mecha-Tokyo Rush will bring you bliss … as long as you invest in a controller to retain the authentic feel of the gameplay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's graphics feature an obsolete retro pixel art style, which some players appreciate for enhancing its nostalgic aesthetic. While the boxy visuals may not appeal to everyone, they contribute to the overall retro vibe of the game.
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The boxy graphics add to the aesthetics of its retro vibe.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is completely free, which contrasts with the common criticism of Gamemaker Studio being used for low-effort, monetized projects.
- “Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs, although in this case, the game is completely free.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is likened to that of Mega Man 2, featuring engaging character designs and expressions that enhance the overall experience. Players find the character interactions and growth enjoyable, contributing to the fun gameplay.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The music in the game features a nostalgic 8-bit style, evoking a sense of retro charm that resonates well with fans of classic gaming.
- “The 8-bit music perfectly captures the nostalgic feel of classic gaming.”
- “I love how the 8-bit soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.”
- “The catchy 8-bit tunes are incredibly addictive and keep me coming back for more.”
- “The 8-bit music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The soundtrack is overly simplistic, reminiscent of old-school 8-bit games.”
- “While nostalgic, the 8-bit music quickly becomes grating and uninspired.”