Mirage Feathers
- September 6, 2024
- oyasumi Workshop
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Mirage Feathers" is a rail shooter game with an anime theme, where you play as Notari, a cybernetic fighter from the Federation's FEATHER program. After losing her best friend Miroita, Notari fights to uncover the truth and reunite with her, with the help of Miroita's AI, Luciolla. The game features fast-paced combat as you destroy enemy aircraft in your quest to find Miroita.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful pixel art and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is fast-paced and engaging, reminiscent of classic rail shooters like Afterburner and Space Harrier.
- The upgrade system and endless mode provide significant replayability, making it a great value for the price.
- The story mode is quite short, lasting only about an hour, which may leave some players wanting more content.
- It can be difficult to see incoming projectiles due to the chaotic visuals, leading to frustrating moments.
- The English translation has some issues, making certain dialogues feel awkward or unclear.
- story109 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story mode is relatively short, typically lasting around 1 to 1.5 hours, and while it features cute characters and some engaging moments, many players feel it lacks depth and coherence. The narrative serves primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay, with a mix of dramatic and cheesy elements, and is often overshadowed by the more enjoyable endless mode that offers replayability. Overall, while the story has its charm and potential for a sequel, it is generally viewed as a secondary aspect to the fast-paced action and gameplay experience.
“The story mode for this game had much more story to it than I thought it would, with a prologue, epilogue, and dialogue that would pop up between stages.”
“The story is short but the main characters got to shine their personalities very nicely through the ups and downs of the story, while it ends in a nice spot leaving room for a sequel.”
“Mirage Feathers has two main modes: story mode, where you follow a narrative with charming character art and emotional twists, and endless mode, which is all about surviving against increasingly difficult enemies.”
“The story feels so absurdly rushed.”
“The story scenes feel all terribly rushed, the way characters talk is like they are so behind schedule they need to just get it done with in order to fit the allowed time to speak.”
“I feel like this game could be a lot more if given more time to develop and make a more complete story.”
- gameplay68 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced, engaging mechanics, particularly in the endless mode, which many players find addictive and rewarding. While the story mode is relatively short, the overall experience is enhanced by solid controls, a variety of challenges, and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic rail shooters and bullet hell games. However, some players noted a lack of depth in certain mechanics and a desire for more customization options, which could limit the game's longevity for those seeking a more robust experience.
“The gameplay is surprisingly really fun, a lot more fun than I was expecting.”
“Mirage Feathers is a refreshing twist on the classic rail-shooter genre, with a slick anime aesthetic and engaging, fast-paced gameplay.”
“The gameplay is good and fun, especially if you are a fan of those games.”
“This would've been fine for a free flash game on the internet, but even for 5 bucks, I expected at the very least there to be some logic put behind the gameplay.”
“Gameplay often devolves into holding down the left trigger for gun, spamming the right trigger for missiles, swapping to a better weapon when needed, and holding the right trigger as those autofire faster, then gaining energy by going back to missiles and spamming (because autofire for missiles is too slow).”
“The gameplay is decent; I've never played a game like it before, so sometimes it felt a little too frustrating as if there was no way to dodge certain situations and also taking a lot of damage all at once.”
- music56 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its outstanding quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience. The soundtrack is described as catchy, fitting the game's frenetic action and retro aesthetic, and is often highlighted as a standout feature. While some noted a lack of variety and repetitiveness in certain tracks, the overall consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“It's a good thing the OST is as outstanding as it is, because those tunes will make plowing through the baddies on screen much more bearable.”
“The music fits the action and aesthetic of the game well.”
“This short and sweet rail shooter features beautiful retro graphics, a bombastic soundtrack, and cute girls flying through the sky blasting everything in sight to smithereens.”
“The music is very repetitive, not nearly as hype-inducing as Afterburner's stuff.”
“Good rail shooting, very frantic, good art style and animation selling you on the speed of encounters, a shame that there couldn't have been a bit more varied soundtrack.”
“Soundtrack can turn repetitive but is still pretty fire.”
- graphics45 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful pixel art and unique anime aesthetic, which effectively captures the essence of classic rail shooters. Many reviewers highlight the vibrant character designs and engaging animations, noting that the visuals enhance the fast-paced gameplay. While some players expressed a desire for more variety in the environments and additional unlockable content, the overall presentation is considered a significant strength of the game.
“Overall the visuals alone are worth the price of entry, unique style that isn't common to see.”
“Beautiful visuals, gorgeous character art, and fast-paced gameplay that feels great.”
“Excellent graphics and artwork.”
“The art style is unacceptable.”
“Graphics are fine, although I would have preferred a non-pixelated style.”
“I've been shown what this kind of character/art style looks like when drawn with malice, and these ones don't look it.”
- humor19 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently described as "cute and funny," with players appreciating the charming characters and lighthearted storytelling. Many reviews highlight the game's homage to classic arcade titles, emphasizing its vibrant artwork and engaging music, which contribute to its overall whimsical tone. Overall, the game is celebrated for its delightful blend of humor and nostalgia, making it an enjoyable experience.
“First of all, this game has a very funny story and the characters are very cute!!”
“Very cute and funny game, with great music and just fun in, just like how old arcade games used to be, and the stage and stage transitions are top tier, very fast and frenetic in general.”
“The artwork is excellent, all characters are very cute, but after seeing there was a 'streamer mode' option, I was expecting some much more cute and funny content, but it's fine without it too.”
- replayability11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through its endless mode and higher difficulty settings, appealing to players who enjoy chasing high scores and grinding for upgrades. While the main story is short, the inclusion of various modes and a points-based upgrade system enhances the overall replay value, making it a worthwhile experience for those seeking more content. However, some players noted that additional unlockables could further enrich the replay experience.
“The game was fun and didn't overstay its welcome, although there is also a lot of replayability if you're into that!”
“Cool extras like endless mode and the upgrade system add some replayability.”
“It seems that the developer wants replayability to come from the endless mode, where you 1cc random levels for as long as possible.”
“After you beat the main story mode, most of the replay value will be going for high scores in the endless mode.”
“For a very low price, the game offers plenty of replay value due to a points-based upgrade system that offers both temporary and permanent improvements between runs, so if you aim for a high score, you can take full advantage of it.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that while the game may appear simplistic, it offers significant replayability for those who enjoy grinding for high scores. However, the grinding can be quite extensive, with some users humorously suggesting that it requires a "second life" to fully engage with the content.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Despite how short or simple this game may look, it's actually a very good game with a ton of replayability for the price. If you enjoy slaving away at grinding high scores, this is your best bet.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching story and charming character art, despite some criticism regarding the storytelling quality. Players appreciate the blend of joy in the presentation and emotional depth, particularly in the story mode, which features engaging narrative twists.
“Mirage Feathers has two main modes: story mode, where you follow a narrative with charming character art and emotional twists, and endless mode, which is all about surviving against increasingly difficult enemies.”
“After Burner features a touching story told with enough joy in the presentation and soul to be worth the asking price.”
- character development3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is characterized by well-crafted, cute anime designs that align with the Japanese shoot 'em up aesthetic. While the designs may be typical, they are praised for their quality and charm, enhancing the overall experience as players navigate through dynamic environments filled with action.
“Amazing character designs and top-tier cute characters while you fly through the skies and the seas, against the many missiles and lasers.”
“The character designs are typical, but well-made cute anime characters that fit the Japanese shoot 'em up vibe.”
“The character designs are really cute.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, indicating a high level of stability during gameplay.
“Playing on the Steam Deck, it runs great.”
“The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
“I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay.”
