Nelo

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Nelo is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Magic and Mirrors and was released on November 20, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Nelo is a Science Fiction Shooter game, where players control the advanced alien cyborg Nelo Aukal, fighting to escape the hostile planet Plemniba from the Nightsithe, a swarm of parasitic machines. The game features local multi-player options for up to 2 players in co-op or single-player mode, with a unique blend of twinstick shooter, run-and-gun, and hack-and-slash combat mechanics. Survival on this dangerous world requires mastery of Nelo's powerful skills and advanced alien technology.

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Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential with high-octane and stylish gameplay, appealing to fans of action games.
Gameplay and visuals are impressive, with an ambitious story that keeps players engaged.
Despite its flaws, the game is enjoyable and offers a unique experience that can be rewarding with practice.

The game feels incomplete and has been abandoned by developers, leading to concerns about its future.
Combat can be chaotic and confusing, making it difficult for players to understand mechanics and avoid enemy attacks.
Technical issues such as bugs, clunky controls, and poor platforming detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is characterized by a mix of swift-paced, bullet hell, and hack'n'slash mechanics, which many find engaging and challenging once mastered. However, some players note that it can become repetitive and criticize the lack of clarity in explaining advanced mechanics, especially at higher difficulty levels. Overall, while the core gameplay is rich and promising, it has received mixed feedback regarding its execution and accessibility.
- “Gameplay and visuals are awesome, and the story is ambitious.”
- “The core mechanics are rich and overall look promising.”
- “Gameplay is super tight and can be challenging but becomes so worth it once you get the hang of it.”
- “The gameplay can get repetitive.”
- “But it's the gameplay that dragged it down.”
- “It's confusing that the game explains some basic controls, but if you pick a higher difficulty, you need to know about game mechanics that are only explained in the game startup menu (like a freakin' invincible shield and time slow).”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the soundtrack as "kick ass" and "incredible." The sound design is noted for its quality and balance, enhancing the fast-paced gameplay and creating an engaging atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature for players who enjoy high-energy experiences.
- “The combat, soundtrack, and lightning speed of Nelo keeps you on your seat wanting to just run forever.”
- “Plus the soundtrack is amazing!”
- “The sound and music are well done, and the voice to music ratio is balanced.”
- “Nonetheless the game is extremely fruity, with a variety of different offense stances (can voluntarily switch from standard 3rd person to a top down designed bullet hell mode to deal with enemies), flashy graphics, pleasing soundtracks, defining atmosphere, lightning fast movement and 4k compatibility.”
- “If you like bullet hell, and fast... I mean a boundless emphasis on fast movement, some fire music to jam to, and having a badass lizard tail for a weapon, this is for you, why are you still reading go buy the damn thing!”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as ambitious and catchy, though some players feel it could use improvement, particularly in its backstory and depth. While the voice acting is generally acceptable, there are criticisms regarding its overall execution, with some finding it lackluster and insufficient to fully engage players. Despite these issues, many still find the narrative enjoyable within the context of the game's strong gameplay and visuals.
- “Gameplay and visuals are awesome, and the story is ambitious.”
- “The voice acting is acceptable, and the story is catchy.”
- “Above all, I love the difficulty of the game; the backstory could use some work, but overall it's enjoyable.”
- “Above all, I love the difficulty of the game, but the backstory could use some work overall.”
- “Some of the issues from my initial playthrough were clunky controls, lack of a 'lock on' system, no tutorials, deficient instructions, and a lackluster story (just about enough to float the boat).”
- “This yet still [spoiler] is a better love story than Twilight.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their quality and flashiness, contributing to an engaging atmosphere and supporting various gameplay modes, including a top-down bullet hell option. While some users noted minor bugs and a need for improved tutorial lessons, the overall visual experience is considered impressive, especially with 4K compatibility.
- “Great and amazing visual graphics, could use some more fine-tuning in tutorial lessons since it seems to be stretched so far and some minor bug issues, but it has great potential.”
- “Nonetheless, the game features flashy graphics, a pleasing soundtrack, a defining atmosphere, lightning-fast movement, and 4K compatibility.”
- “Graphics are quite good.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and lack detail, making the game feel outdated.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a last-gen game.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is currently plagued by significant bugs, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Stability issues are a major concern, with many users calling for improvements.
- “At the moment, it's way too buggy and the sound design could use some sprucing up.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by personal anecdotes, such as the amusing confusion surrounding the pronunciation of names, which resonates with players and adds a relatable, comedic touch to the experience.
- “It's hilarious!”
- “Funny thing is my name is Nello, but it's pronounced Nelo, so whenever I hear Nelo, I think they're really talking to me.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its vibrant and flashy graphics, complemented by a dynamic soundtrack that enhances the experience. Players appreciate the defining ambiance created by the fast-paced movement and the ability to switch between different gameplay modes, contributing to an engaging and immersive environment.
- “The game features a defining atmosphere that immerses players in its vibrant world.”
- “With flashy graphics and a pleasing soundtrack, the atmosphere enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The ability to switch between different gameplay modes adds to the dynamic atmosphere of the game.”