Neon Shadow
- October 15, 2013
- Tasty Poison
Get on Steam"Neon Shadow" is a fast-paced cyberpunk FPS game with intense action and retro-style graphics. Players must fight against hordes of enemy robots and battle bosses in single-player mode or compete against others in multiplayer mode. The game features a variety of weapons, upgrades, and customization options for an immersive and challenging experience.
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Reviews
- Good gunplay with a fast-paced, old-school FPS feel reminiscent of classic titles like Doom and Quake.
- Decent campaign challenge with secrets to discover in the levels, providing some replay value.
- Smooth controls and performance on PC, making it a fun experience for fans of simple, action-oriented shooters.
- The game is a short experience, with the campaign lasting around 1-2 hours, which may not justify the price for some players.
- Multiplayer maps are repurposed from single-player levels and lack variety, leading to a monotonous experience.
- The game feels like a bare-bones mobile port, lacking depth in mechanics and environmental interactions, which may disappoint PC gamers.
- graphics21 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the slick, remastered visuals reminiscent of classic shooters like Doom and Quake, while others criticize the performance issues and lack of 4K support for a 2016 release. Many users appreciate the game's old-school aesthetic combined with modern graphical elements, though some note that the environments can feel repetitive and navigation challenging. Overall, the graphics are described as decent but not groundbreaking, with a few glitches and optimization issues affecting the experience.
“The graphics are slick.”
“The graphics look really nice, the gameplay is tight and the music is just fast enough to keep you hooked and on edge a bit.”
“I had a blast with this aspect of the game; it was like picking up an old-school Doom or Wolf3D, but with far better graphics.”
“The developers couldn't even figure out how to get 4K graphics working, so it's totally deficient for an FPS style game released in 2016.”
“The graphics were laggy, and occasionally the game locks up while you're playing.”
“Visuals are okay, but performance isn't as good as it should be, and all the rooms and corridors look the same, making it harder to navigate than it should be.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced shooting mechanics and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of late '90s and early 2000s shooters, featuring simple controls and a focus on reflexes. While the game is smaller in scope with flat 2.5D maps and limited mechanics, it offers solid gameplay, decent graphics, and engaging music that enhances immersion. It is recommended for players seeking a straightforward and uncomplicated FPS experience.
“Clearly the developers were very focused, because the gameplay is quite nice.”
“It's a fun little FPS, with simple mechanics and a challenge that comes from sustained reflex (saves happen at the start of the level, and nowhere else).”
“The graphics look really nice, the gameplay is tight and the music is just fast enough to keep you hooked and on edge a bit.”
“Gameplay is fast-paced, involving running and shooting bots before they kill you.”
“It's definitely a lot smaller in scope and mechanics than other shooters, and the graphics are decent if unspectacular.”
“2.5D gameplay means there is no Z-axis movement; the maps are flat.”
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story, centered around a rogue AI and featuring robotic enemies, is described as familiar and lacking depth, primarily conveyed through the villain's text messages. While the campaign is short and the narrative may not stand out, some players appreciate its unique presentation and old-school homage. Overall, the story is considered decent but not a significant highlight of the experience.
“This is a mobile ported 3D run-and-gun story-driven FPS with a sci-fi theme.”
“Short campaign, decent story, old school feel but new school graphics, feels kinda cyberpunk.”
“Nice storyline; it is sort of alienish, like the ones that are used a lot in space, but it's pretty unique in the way the developers presented it.”
“The story, concerning a rogue AI (all the enemies are robotic in nature), is one we've seen a million times before. The only exposition emanated by the villain himself in the form of increasingly hostile text messages.”
“The story is nothing much and the game is short, but this is a fantastic tribute to old shooters.”
“Story - what story?”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its fitting electronic soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and keeps players engaged. Reviewers note that the soundtrack, though limited in tracks, is fantastic and complements the game's neon aesthetic and fast-paced gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that adds to the enjoyment of this simplistic yet challenging shooter.
“The soundtrack, while consisting of a few tracks, is fantastic.”
“The game's soundtrack fits in with the theme and style.”
“The graphics look really nice, the gameplay is tight and the music is just fast enough to keep you hooked and on edge a bit.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a while.”
“While the soundtrack has a few standout tracks, it ultimately feels limited and uninspired.”
“The music doesn't enhance the gameplay experience; instead, it often distracts from it.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized for PC, offering improved graphics and better controls, which enhance overall performance, particularly in multiplayer modes. Players recommend using the Steam version for the best experience.
“The PC version has well-optimized graphics and better controls.”
“PC-optimized multiplayer.”
“We prefer playing this game on Steam PC for better performance.”
“PC optimized multiplayer.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers significant replayability, particularly in bot matches reminiscent of classic arena shooters like Quake 3 Arena and Unreal Tournament. However, replaying missions requires deleting save slots and starting from the beginning, which may deter some players.
“The bot matches in iOS offer infinite replay value, reminiscent of well-known arena shooters like Quake 3 Arena and Unreal Tournament.”
“The replayable missions come with adjustable difficulty, allowing for a fresh experience each time you play.”
“In iOS, bot matches offer infinite replay value, similar to well-known arena shooters like Quake 3 Arena and Unreal Tournament.”
“Replayable missions with adjustable difficulty; however, if you want to replay, you must delete your save slot and start from the beginning.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game is stable, though some minor graphical glitches, particularly involving blue robot blood on the floor, have been noted.
“The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I encountered several bugs that caused the game to freeze, forcing me to restart.”
“There are persistent graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience.”
