Misfire

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Misfire is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by NoodleGames and was released on October 29, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Face off against your friends with wacky guns that don't shoot straight! Be the last one standing in either duels or free for all, earn coins to unlock stylish new space suits, and ruin some friendships along the way! Misfire is a Casual PvP Platformer created by the one-man developer Noodle Games.

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Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept and offers a different take on the FPS genre, making it an interesting experience.
Players have reported that the gameplay can be fun, especially when played with friends, and there is potential for future updates.
The graphics, while not groundbreaking, are decent and provide an edge over many 2D/pixel shooters.

The game suffers from a lack of player population, making it difficult to engage in multiplayer as intended.
There is no meaningful single player content, which limits the game's appeal and replayability.
The game has significant networking issues, including lag and crashes, which detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is a mixed experience, with some players finding it repetitive and lacking in engagement due to the absence of enemies, while others enjoy the fun mechanics and unique style, particularly in multiplayer settings. The movement and gun mechanics are praised, though the inverted controls may pose a challenge for new players. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some rating it highly for its distinctiveness.
- “The gameplay is fun playing FFA with a few other friends.”
- “Good movement mechanics.”
- “In my opinion, I would rate this game a 5/5 since it has a unique style of gameplay. The crazy part is when players start playing this indie game; they have to get used to the inverted controls, which will make it fun and challenging.”
- “Gameplay was just a tired matter of jumping around on 3D rendered 2D platforms and shooting at nobody because there's nobody to shoot.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The game features 3D graphics that provide a slight advantage over many 2D shooters, though the visuals are described as low poly and cartoony, reminiscent of Nintendo Switch or mobile titles. Users appreciate the customizable graphics settings, allowing adjustments for both low-end and high-end machines. Overall, while the graphics are not exceptional, they are deemed adequate for the game's style.
- “At least they used 3D graphics, which gave this an edge over the multitude of 2D/pixel shooters.”
- “The graphics are perfect.”
- “The graphics aren't great; they have a somewhat low poly count and a cartoony look that you might expect to see on a Nintendo Switch or a mobile app.”
- “At least they used 3D graphics, which gives this an edge over the multitude of 2D/pixel shooters.”
- “This game also has settings that are quite handy for changing your graphics if you have a low-end or high-end machine.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking, with the developer relying on player interactions to compensate for deficiencies in narrative and level design. This gamble has left some players feeling that the storytelling is insufficient and underdeveloped.
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc.”
- “The narrative felt disjointed and lacked coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development was minimal, leaving me feeling disconnected from the story.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's humor is highlighted by its unique approach to the FPS genre, utilizing weapons in unconventional and amusing ways that add a comedic twist to gameplay.
- “I loved how this game offers a unique perspective on the FPS genre by using weapons in a funny and unconventional way!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I appreciate the witty dialogue and absurd situations that make every mission feel like a comedic adventure!”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for enhancing the overall experience, contributing to a sense of completeness alongside customization options and diverse maps.
- “This game feels complete with music, customization, and maps.”