Mecha-Tokyo Rush

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Mecha-Tokyo Rush is a single player action game. It was developed by Giant Evil Robot and was released on July 13, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

Mecha-Tokyo Rush features beautiful graphics and a nostalgic retro aesthetic that appeals to fans of old-school platformers.
The game offers a fast-paced gameplay experience with simple controls, making it accessible for casual players.
It's free to play, providing a decent time-waster for those who enjoy endless runner mechanics and Mega Man-inspired themes.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with limited movement options and a simplistic two-button control scheme.
Many players experienced game-breaking bugs and poor frame pacing, leading to frustration and motion sickness.
The level design is uninspired, with a lack of variety and challenge, making it feel like a dull endless runner rather than a true platformer.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mix of nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic Mega Man games, featuring timing puzzles and character designs that evoke a 1990s aesthetic. However, it suffers from repetitive mechanics and level generation, resembling an endless runner rather than a traditional platformer. While it can be enjoyable for retro enthusiasts, the experience may feel limited without a proper controller.
- “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 1990s 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.”
- “The timing puzzles and challenges in the old Mega Man games weren't hamstrung by a silly always forward-facing mechanic.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by an intentional use of retro pixel art, which some users feel serves as a substitute for modern PC graphics. This boxy style enhances the game's nostalgic aesthetic, contributing to its overall retro vibe.
- “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.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized by nostalgic 8-bit tunes, evoking a retro gaming atmosphere that appeals to fans of classic video game soundtracks.
- “The 8-bit music perfectly captures the nostalgic feel of classic gaming.”
- “I love how the 8-bit music adds a unique charm to the overall experience.”
- “The catchy 8-bit tunes are incredibly addictive and enhance the gameplay.”
- “The music feels very outdated, reminiscent of 8-bit games from decades ago.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and quickly becomes repetitive.”
- “The audio quality of the music is subpar, making it hard to enjoy.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is noted as positive, as it is completely free, contrasting with the common criticism of games made with Gamemaker Studio being perceived as low-effort cash grabs.
- “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 expressive animations that enhance the overall fun experience. However, specific details on character growth or narrative depth are not highlighted in the review.