Neon Hardcore
- July 21, 2017
- Laush Dmitriy Sergeevich
Get on SteamNeon Hardcore is a fast-paced, action-packed arcade-style shooter game. Players control a neon-lit ship, battling against hordes of enemies in various geometric environments. With its challenging gameplay, speedrunning community, and vibrant aesthetics, Neon Hardcore offers an exciting and immersive experience for fans of the genre.
Reviews
- The game offers a challenging puzzle and logic aspect that can be fun for players.
- There are a total of 1500 achievements available, making it appealing for achievement hunters.
- The developer is responsive and quick to address bugs, providing good support.
- The controls are often described as abysmal, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, which may not justify the cost.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that can make the game unplayable at times.
- graphics5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game feature a retro '80s arcade style, characterized by simple visuals where players control a green square navigating through levels filled with enemies. While the graphics can be adjusted for performance, players have reported issues with lag and gameplay speed depending on the settings, indicating a need for careful tuning to achieve a smooth experience. Overall, the visuals are considered decent but may require optimization for optimal play.
“+ the visuals are decent.”
“Basically, you have 15 different levels with '80s arcade-like graphics in which you are a green square and must work your way out by avoiding enemies running back and forth on preset movement lines.”
“Sometimes you have to restart the game and change the resolution and graphic quality so the game will run smoother and your cube will stop lagging.”
“One example would be if you have the graphical quality on 'fastest', then the ball spikes move so fast it makes the game impossible, meaning you need to have it on 'fantastic'.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that render it nearly unplayable. The issues with the game's mechanics, particularly with the control of the yellow cube, contribute to a frustrating experience rather than a challenging one.
“It's most likely unplayable due to all the bugs and glitches.”
“There is a thin line between a hard and challenging game and a frustrating one; the problem with this game is the buggy yellow cube you control.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received negative feedback, with users criticizing the soundtrack as unpleasant and excessively loud, leading some to turn it off entirely due to the lack of volume adjustment options.
“The soundtrack is horrible.”
“The music is too loud, so I had to turn it off since there's no menu to adjust the volume.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its challenging nature, providing players with a demanding experience that tests their skills and strategies.
“The gameplay is challenging and keeps you on your toes.”
“I love how the gameplay offers a perfect balance of difficulty and fun.”
“The mechanics are intuitive, making the gameplay both engaging and rewarding.”
