Narcissus

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Narcissus is a single player arcade shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by Mad Jackal Games and was released on March 4, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Narcissus is an adrenaline-pumping, top down, action-horror game that puts you in the shoes of the last survivor on a doomed spaceship. The clock is ticking, and danger lurks around every corner

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Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

atmosphere5 positive mentions

The game features a well-designed atmosphere with excellent sound design that enhances the sci-fi horror experience.
Gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, with responsive controls and a nostalgic arcade shooter style that appeals to fans of the genre.
The game is priced appropriately for its content, providing a solid experience for a short playtime while encouraging replayability for high scores.

The game is fairly short and linear, with limited content that may not justify extended playtime for some players.
There are only two enemy types and three characters with pre-defined loadouts, which can feel restrictive and lacking in variety.
The difficulty may be challenging for casual players, potentially leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.

atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its well-designed sound and visual elements, effectively creating an immersive sci-fi horror experience reminiscent of classic titles like "Alien." Players appreciate the nostalgic top-down arcade shooter style, which enhances the overall ambiance and adds to the fun of exploring different character classes. Overall, the atmosphere is described as cool, spooky, and engaging, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The game had a really well-designed atmosphere with perfect sound design that fits perfectly with the overall setting of the game. The top-down arcade shooter style adds a nostalgic feeling and is really fun.”
- “Short and simple (adequate to the price), but it sure does know how to create the perfect immersion into the good old sci-fi horror atmosphere!”
- “For first impressions, the game had a very nice atmosphere in both visuals and sound design.”
- “The game puts you in an alien-style atmosphere.”
- “The environment feels lifeless and lacks any real immersion.”
- “The atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any sense of wonder or excitement.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is characterized by snappy and responsive mechanics, with an engaging core loop that keeps players hooked. Notably, features like the ability to earn extra time through turrets add depth to the experience.
- “Nice mechanics, such as the possibility to jackpot a lot of additional seconds with the turrets.”
- “Gameplay is snappy and responsive, and the core gameplay loop is addicting.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are praised for their good visuals and creative design, contributing to an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Users appreciate the quality relative to the game's price, noting that the visuals and sound work well together to create an addictive gameplay experience.
- “Love the visuals, very creative design.”
- “For first impressions, the game had a very nice atmosphere in both visuals and sound design.”
- “Good visuals and sound, simple game that works well and can make you get addicted to improve your previous score, excellent if you consider the price the game is being sold at.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally well-optimized, offering a responsive experience, though some users note it could benefit from additional polishing. Overall, it meets the essential optimization standards expected by players.
- “The game is well optimized; it needs a bit of polishing, but everything you need is right there.”
- “The game felt super responsive and optimized, and that's something that I require in the games I play.”