NEON Ultra
- September 30, 2016
- Pixelbark Games
Get on Steam"Neon Ultra" is a dazzling arcade shooter set in a vibrant, neon-lit world. Take control of your ship and fend off hordes of enemies while collecting score shards to level up your weapons. With fast-paced gameplay, global leaderboards, and support for both gamepad and keyboard + mouse controls, it's a thrilling and challenging experience that will test your reactions and concentration. Your mission is to survive the onslaught for as long as possible and beat your high score. Good luck!
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Reviews
- NEON Ultra offers a fun and addictive twin-stick shooter experience with vibrant visuals and a pulsating soundtrack.
- The game is relatively cheap at $4, providing good value for players looking for a quick arcade fix.
- Many players appreciate the game's replayability and the challenge it presents, making it enjoyable for both casual and more skilled gamers.
- The game suffers from poor graphics and a lack of visual appeal, with untextured pixel blocks that feel lazy and uninspired.
- Technical issues such as uncustomizable controls and a lack of resolution options detract from the overall experience, making it frustrating for some players.
- Despite its potential, the game has limited content and modes, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness and a lack of depth after a short playtime.
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as lazy and poorly executed, while others praise the bright, colorful visuals and impressive particle effects. Despite the lack of resolution options and customization, many players appreciate the chaotic yet mesmerizing aesthetic that complements the gameplay. Overall, the graphics are described as either a significant flaw or a standout feature, depending on the perspective.
“Lovely visuals and nice little effects and touches that work really well and give a very tight feel.”
“An awesome 'one-more-run' arcade shooter backed by a wicked soundtrack with visuals that are as chaotic as they are mesmerizing.”
“The visuals are stunning, the music is pulse-pounding, the controls are butter smooth and ultra-responsive, and the polish level is evident from top to bottom.”
“The graphics here are some of the worst, laziest attempts at video game 'art' I've ever seen.”
“It's clear the developer didn't even try to produce any real graphics for the game and just phoned it in.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a smooth and fast-paced twin-stick shooter experience, reminiscent of classics like Geometry Wars and Asteroids. Players appreciate the well-tuned mechanics that encourage quick reflexes and strategic dodging, all set to an uplifting soundtrack that enhances the overall immersion. Despite its simplicity, the game offers a polished and engaging experience that keeps players coming back for more.
“Very smooth and fast gameplay, while also not being too fast.”
“Looks good, sounds good, and the gameplay feels well-tuned.”
“It might seem like a simple twin-stick shooter, but the polish is evident in every facet of gameplay. Point, shoot, dodge, and try not to die as the pressure slowly builds, forcing you into desperate maneuvers just to stay alive until you die in a shower of neon sparks. Ready to play the game again, again, again!”
“Its gameplay is a clone of Geometry Wars and Asteroids.”
“It might seem like a simple twin-stick shooter, but the polish is evident in every facet of gameplay. You point, shoot, dodge, and try not to die as the pressure slowly builds, forcing you into desperate maneuvers just to stay alive until you die in a shower of neon sparks, ready to play the game again and again.”
- music5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as exhilarating and pulse-pounding, perfectly complementing the fast-paced gameplay and chaotic visuals. While some users note a limited selection, the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, making it an engaging "one-more-run" arcade shooter. The combination of uplifting music and smooth controls contributes to a polished and immersive atmosphere.
“An awesome 'one-more-run' arcade shooter backed by a wicked soundtrack with visuals that are as chaotic as they are mesmerizing.”
“The soundtrack is uplifting and fast-paced, blending in nicely with the gameplay.”
“The visuals are stunning, the music is pulse-pounding, the controls are butter smooth and ultra-responsive, and the polish level is evident from top to bottom.”
“The music is very limited, but put on something from Mixcloud in the background and you can get in the zone with this game; if only it was in HDR for that authentic high contrast vector look.”
“The soundtrack is uplifting and fast-paced, but it doesn't quite blend in nicely with the gameplay.”
“While the game has an exhilarating soundtrack, the music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be highly replayable, enjoying its fun mechanics despite some frame rate issues in the later stages.
“Aside from frame rate issues in the later stages of this game, I find this to be a very fun and highly replayable experience.”
“High replayability!”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its stability, with users reporting that it is not buggy at all.
“The game is not buggy at all.”
“I experienced no crashes or glitches during my playthrough.”
“The stability of the game is impressive; everything runs smoothly.”
