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Neon Blight

I cannot recommend this game in its current state and do not want to let it slide that this game released in a very buggy and incomplete condition.
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50%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, stability
44% User Score Based on 48 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

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Neon Blight is a single player shooter game with business and science fiction themes. It was developed by Bleeding Tapes and was released on July 11, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

"Neon Blight" is a cyberpunk-themed first-person shooter game set in a dystopian future. Players must navigate through a gritty city ruled by mega-corporations, fighting off enemies with an array of high-tech weapons. The game features a bleak but immersive atmosphere, with a emphasis on fast-paced action and strategic combat.

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44%
Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews
gameplay7 positive mentions
stability12 negative mentions
  • The game's art is beautiful and captures a vibrant cyberpunk aesthetic.
  • Combat is engaging and skill-based, with diverse enemy AI and movement patterns.
  • The storekeeper dynamic adds an interesting layer to gameplay, allowing players to sell loot for upgrades.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating and often unplayable.
  • Many core mechanics, such as the shop interface and quest progression, are poorly implemented and can lead to game-breaking issues.
  • The overall gameplay loop feels repetitive and lacks depth, with some players finding it monotonous.
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and reminiscent of titles like "Moonlighter" and "Enter the Gungeon," while others criticize it for being buggy and lacking depth. The core mechanics, including a shop interface and dungeon crawling, offer a fun loop but suffer from rough execution and stability issues. Overall, while there are engaging elements, the gameplay experience is marred by significant flaws that detract from its potential.

    • “For my one euro that I paid for it, it was totally worth it; I got some fun gameplay out of it and some cool ideas for my own projects.”
    • “It feels a little like Enter the Gungeon paired with 'Recettear: An Item Shop Tale' or 'Moonlighter' with a gameplay loop of going into the dungeon, grabbing guns and items, and bringing them back to your store to sell, improve the store, wash, rinse, repeat.”
    • “The gunplay is satisfying, visuals appealing, and the mechanics are enjoyable.”
    • “The shop interface is rough and you can't type the prices, making for a longer than desired gameplay experience.”
    • “In fact, most everything you have to figure out yourself, which in a game that has selling/specific mechanics makes you wonder if the game is bugged; that's a problem.”
    • “Now, I wish I could say that if the bugs are polished out, you'd have something interesting here with the Recettear-like gameplay, but even that would be stretching it.”
  • story
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has potential, featuring an engaging narrative and intriguing lore, but is severely hampered by numerous technical issues, including major bugs that prevent progression in both main and side quests. Players report frustrating experiences with uncompleted missions and crashes, which detract from the overall enjoyment and immersion in the storyline. While some express hope for future patches to resolve these issues, the current state leaves much to be desired.

    • “I'm intrigued by the story, and I would love to see this game get the issues patched out so I could really sink my teeth in.”
    • “An engaging story that lets you put the lore of its environment together as you play.”
    • “A cool story that helps keep the player moving.”
    • “The very first 'story mission,' where you have to upgrade your store inventory, couldn't be completed, as I couldn't buy the upgrade.”
    • “None of the story quests past the tutorial area work, meaning you can't progress whatsoever.”
    • “The story feels like someone took a book and ripped out random pages: like you're skipping over several key moments and you're supposed to just figure it out.”
  • stability
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay and overall experience. Many describe it as an unfinished product, with issues ranging from unresponsive controls to severe performance problems, leading to frustration and disappointment. Overall, the consensus is that the game is not ready for release and requires substantial fixes before it can be considered stable.

    • “Making games is hard; making bug-free games is even harder.”
    • “The stability of this game is impressive, with minimal crashes and smooth performance.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the game runs, allowing me to fully immerse myself without interruptions.”
    • “It's such a buggy mess that it turns an already kind of bland game into an annoyingly frustrating and bland game that's not even worth the dollar I paid for it.”
    • “It's a buggy unfinished mess that's not even ready for early access.”
    • “I cannot recommend this game in its current state and do not want to let it slide that this game released in a very buggy and incomplete condition.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their pixel art aesthetic, which effectively complements the world-building and atmosphere, particularly in a cyberpunk context. Users appreciate the appealing visuals and good animation work, although some mention minor issues with controls. Overall, the art style is considered a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.

    • “The controls are a bit janky, but in the short time I played, I fell in love with the pixel graphics, music, and scenery.”
    • “I love the settings, very cool aesthetics, especially Eden, although I do wish you could bust a move in the club!”
    • “Aesthetically, this game scratches the itch for anyone that wants a cyberpunk-esque roguelike.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its quality and ambiance, while others criticize its inconsistency, particularly noting a lack of music during combat and overall limited soundtrack presence. This has led to concerns about sound design feeling incomplete or buggy.

    • “The controls are a bit janky, but in the short time I played, I fell in love with the pixel graphics, music, and scenery.”
    • “Sure, the game has some good animation and pixel art at times, but it also didn't seem to play music during battle (which felt like a bug?) and lacked impactful sound design.”
    • “[*] Sound/music design feels like it bugged out and didn't play much of it, especially during combat.”
    • “If you released this as early access, I might be forgiving of these mistakes as well as the lack of soundtrack when I'm fighting.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report that grinding is necessary due to expensive and seemingly ineffective shop upgrades, leading them to exploit farming mechanics for weapons to sell for in-game currency. The game features a roguelike element, as players lose their inventory upon death, further incentivizing the grind for resources.

    • “I found an exploit and used that for grinding because the upgrades for the shop are quite expensive and, honestly, useless.”
    • “You start farming weapons to sell them in your shop to earn money for unlocking more space in your storage or upgrading the shop. The only things you keep when you die are the money and the items in storage, so you could say it's kind of roguelite, but not quite. It's more like roguelike since you lose all your inventory when you die.”
    • “Grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as somewhat annoying yet occasionally amusing, suggesting a mixed reception where players find some moments funny despite overall frustration.

    • “The humor in this game is quirky and keeps you laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game uses clever puns and witty dialogue to create a lighthearted atmosphere.”
    • “The comedic timing of the characters is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is highly praised for its cohesive art style that effectively complements the game's world-building, creating an immersive experience for players.

    • “I love the atmosphere; the art style perfectly complements the aesthetic of the world-building.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's unique environment.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
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Neon Blight is a shooter game with business and science fiction themes.

Neon Blight is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

Neon Blight was released on July 11, 2022.

Neon Blight was developed by Bleeding Tapes.

Neon Blight has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Neon Blight is a single player game.

Similar games include ZERO Sievert, Moonlighter, Zelter, Shoppe Keep 2, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault and others.