MechRunner

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MechRunner is a single player arcade hack and slash game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Spark Plug Games and was released on July 15, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

MechRunner is an endless action game that casts you as a powerful mech in stunning cinematic battles against a relentless robotic army.

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38%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

music3 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game features impressive 3D modeling and graphics, enhancing the overall visual experience.
The gameplay is fast-paced and offers a unique blend of racing and shooting mechanics, providing an engaging experience.
There is a variety of weapons and upgrades to unlock, which adds depth and encourages players to invest time into the game.

Controls are clunky and awkward, making gameplay frustrating and difficult to enjoy.
The progression system is grindy and slow, requiring excessive time to unlock meaningful upgrades.
The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and a lack of variety, leading to a dull experience over time.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it fast-paced and challenging, featuring complex mechanics that require practice to master. However, many criticize the controls as clunky and unresponsive, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment. While there are elements of depth and strategy, the execution often feels unsatisfying and reminiscent of a freemium game lacking proper monetization options.
- “What immediately impressed me about it most was the surprising depth and complexity to its gameplay mechanics... in a good way, no less... far surpassing anything found in your typical rail shooter where you essentially just aim and shoot what's in front of you while continually moving forward.”
- “But I have to admit, it's definitely a whole lot of fun... especially so with an ample amount of practice under your belt where you'll soon begin to master the many nuances of its gameplay.”
- “- fast-paced & challenging gameplay with complex tactics”
- “When you have a game built around fast-paced gameplay, such as in the runner genre, you expect controls to be simple and flow easily.”
- “Controls are wonky, gameplay is confusing and aggravating; it feels like a freemium game except I don't see any way to buy the currency with dollars.”
- “Whereas other runner games are fluid and you can rapidly dodge or take out enemies while racking up a ton of points, I found this to be incredibly clunky with a strange stop/go/stop/go gameplay that clumsily lines up shots at enemies obstructing your path, which kills most of the momentum and enjoyment of swiftly dealing with enemies when the controls and abilities themselves seem pretty weak or inaccurate.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious, uninspired, and repetitive, with players noting that the limited content and progression system make the experience feel dull. While some acknowledge that grinding is necessary to fully enjoy the game's mechanics, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a frustrating and unfulfilling endeavor.
- “An endless runner game with only a single map combined with a horrendously grindy progression system and almost non-existent melee combat (seriously, what was even the point of including it?) makes this a most definitive de-rec from me.”
- “In other words, it's a very grindy type of shooter.”
- “Well, as I alluded to previously... it definitely requires some grinding to truly enjoy and appreciate your mech's abilities, being that it's a game with a very narrow scope of complex gameplay.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some users criticize the voice acting and sound effects as subpar, many praise the quality of the soundtrack, describing it as superb and enriching the overall experience.
- “However, what I was especially enamored by was the quality of the soundtrack present, which only further fueled the richness of the experience.”
- “Graphically, it is very nice to see, and the soundtrack is superb!”
- “Graphically, it is very nice to see, and the soundtrack is amazing!”
- “The voice actors sound like the developers decided to save a buck and do it themselves, and they got what they paid for, while the sound effects do not fit well with what's going on in the game, and the music is a poor man's epic loop.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are highly praised for their detailed 3D modeling, particularly of the mechs, and are described as amazing and visually appealing overall.
- “The 3D modeling is quite detailed and well designed for the mechs, especially.”
- “The graphics are amazing!”
- “Graphically, it is very nice to see, and the soundtrack is superb!”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
- “The textures are low resolution, making everything look blurry and unappealing.”
- “The character models are poorly designed, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some users report a glitch-free experience and smooth performance, others note that it struggles with PC configurations and multi-screen setups.
- “The game runs glitch-free and is very well optimized.”
- “It's not well optimized for PC or multiple screens, which can be a drawback.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's storyline is noted for its intriguing nature, drawing inspiration from partially factual historical events, which adds depth and interest to the narrative.
- “Its storyline is admittedly a rather interesting one, as it is based on partially factual events from the past.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find "Mechrunner" to be highly entertaining, highlighting its humor as a key aspect that enhances the gameplay experience. The game's comedic elements contribute to its overall enjoyment, making it a recommended choice for those seeking a fun gaming experience.
- “In short, Mechrunner is a really nice game. I recommend it to everyone because there are lots of things to unlock, and it is very funny to play!”