Neon Sundown

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Neon Sundown is a single player action game. It was developed by Ben Nichols and was released on March 18, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Neon Sundown" is a first-person shooter game set in a cyberpunk city. Take on the role of a bounty hunter, tracking down targets and navigating a gritty, neon-lit world. With a variety of weapons and abilities at your disposal, engage in intense combat and uncover the secrets of the city.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 379 reviews

music15 positive mentions

grinding18 negative mentions

The game features a vibrant neon aesthetic and engaging sound design, creating an enjoyable visual and auditory experience.
Gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, with a variety of ships and upgrade synergies that encourage experimentation and replayability.
The game is affordably priced, offering a solid amount of content and entertainment for its cost.

The progression system can feel grindy, with many upgrades being locked behind repetitive gameplay and resource farming.
There are balance issues, as certain synergies and ships overshadow others, leading to a lack of diversity in viable builds.
The game suffers from technical issues, including poor controller support and occasional bugs that disrupt gameplay.

music
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
33%
11%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while many players appreciate the engaging soundtrack that complements the visuals and gameplay, some find it overly loud and repetitive, particularly with limited variety across different arenas. Despite these criticisms, the overall consensus highlights the music as a strong point, enhancing the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
- “The game looks pretty, it is satisfying to play, and I enjoyed the music and sound effects.”
- “The game also has an incredible soundtrack that matches perfectly with the gameplay and visuals.”
- “Music is great and the visuals are arresting neon: simple but fun!”
- “I had to mute the music because even at the lowest level in the options, it was still much too loud (and not good enough that it warranted me going into the volume mixer to fiddle with it).”
- “The music is boring.”
- “The amalgamation of music to the current flow of the round is an incredibly compelling feature; however, there is only one song at the moment, and after playing a couple of rounds, it can get repetitive.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
41%
11%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a polished, vibrant aesthetic, often described as sleek and neon, which enhances the overall experience. While the visuals are generally well-received for their simplicity and appeal, some players note that they could benefit from more detail. The combination of engaging sound design and visually satisfying elements contributes to a compelling atmosphere, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay controls.
- “The game has a super gorgeous neon light art style and all the different arenas are themed in different ways and colors, and seeing thousands of orbs of XP spill out of enemies is just so freaking satisfying.”
- “It's a massive upgrade over vs. neon sundown, going for a more modern, sleek, almost cyberpunk aesthetic.”
- “Visually it's pleasing without being too overwhelming and has enough accessibility options to tone down the visuals if needed.”
- “This graphics style is not for everyone and the game seems unbalanced in certain spots, but other than that it is a great game.”
- “Graphics could be a bit better and be more detailed, but it doesn't matter too much.”
- “Graphics are simple and vibrant, controls are tight, upgrade loop with cards and leveling is well done.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
46%
12%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players noting both engaging mechanics and a fun gameplay loop, but also highlighting issues such as unbalanced boss mechanics and a lack of variety in weapons. While the core gameplay is enjoyable and offers a decent amount of content for its price, some players feel it can become repetitive over time and lacks innovation compared to similar titles. Overall, the game is seen as entertaining but in need of improvements and additional content to enhance the experience.
- “Cheaper than a movie yet worth more than 6 hours of gameplay at least!”
- “The upgrades are well done and the gameplay is engaging.”
- “While I think this would be better as an early access game, the core gameplay here is great and I would recommend it to anyone who is thinking of picking it up.”
- “It's uninventive without adding anything to better previous games that it takes its mechanics from.”
- “The difference is that you'd need to aim (at least initially, later it generally doesn't matter) and manually use secondary weapons, but neither factor actually adds to the gameplay.”
- “Also unlike vs, it's endless in its nature, but currently it's a snorefest; after a certain point, the gameplay completely degrades to either staying in place and shooting around or moving in a direction while shooting behind you.”
grinding
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
5%
90%
The reviews highlight a mixed perception of grinding in the game, with some players finding it tedious and overly repetitive, particularly in relation to unlocking ships and upgrades through farming crystals. While a few appreciate the grind for its instant rewards and manageable early stages, many criticize the black market unlocks as excessively grindy and often not worth the effort, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from overall enjoyment. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a significant flaw, with some players feeling it hampers immersion and long-term engagement.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I really wanted to like this game, but the only times I play it are after it's been long enough that I forgot just how frustrating and grindy the game is.”
- “The meta progression is kinda dull in this as multiple levels and ships are locked behind crystals which you have to farm by repeatedly grinding out the same levels.”
- “The game is an awful grindy mess that feels much the same to play at 10 hours as it did at 1.”
replayability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
47%
20%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the variety of builds and unique playstyles that encourage multiple playthroughs, others find it limited due to design flaws and a lack of depth. Many agree that the game offers solid fun for a few hours, especially given its low price, but some feel it could benefit from more content and better balancing to enhance long-term replay value.
- “Flawed in many ways, but cheap, and fun once you get late game, with lots of replayability.”
- “Very good game, short fun matches, difficult, lots of replayability.”
- “It's a quick game to jump into, but with plenty of replay value to try different builds, and the graphics are clean and pleasant.”
- “It became apparent that some of the design decisions hold back playability and replayability.”
- “There's not a whole lot of depth or replayability here, and most of the upgrades are terrible, so there's only a couple of viable builds.”
- “But a lack of content makes this game not replayable.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users confirming that there is no narrative element present.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its stability, with users reporting frequent bugs and freezes, particularly when declining certain synergies. Additionally, there are concerns about odd glitches in the calculation of stats, which may affect gameplay.
- “Nice if you enjoyed playing bubble tanks during the Flash game era, but the more you play it, the more you realize how buggy it is.”
- “Decline a synergy (one that makes your stuff worse), and the game freezes.”
- “Some things that could be improved are the way stats are calculated; I've noticed odd glitches with them, but they might be visual only.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its vibrant and amusing color palette, which adds a playful and lighthearted tone to the overall experience. Players appreciate how the visual elements contribute to the comedic atmosphere, enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “The quirky characters and their funny interactions add a delightful charm to the overall experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally well-received, with users noting good application performance and a flexible round duration of 10 to 30 minutes, allowing players to find their preferred playstyle.
- “Rounds can last from 10 minutes to 30 minutes depending on your objectives and performance, with enough variety to ensure you find your niche when you play.”
- “Good application performance.”