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Nighthaw-X3000

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60%Game Brain Score
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90% User Score Based on 10 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Nighthaw-X3000 is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by N94Games and was released on April 13, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Nighthaw-X3000 is a classic, arcade shoot'em up. Shoot everything on sight and don't get killed. Do it by yourself or in local, couch co-op.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
music7 positive mentions
  • Amazing neon '80s retro art style and presentation with vibrant colors and cool effects.
  • Outstanding synthwave soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
  • Challenging and rewarding gameplay with memorable boss fights and enjoyable co-op mode.
  • Slow gameplay pace and awkward dodge mechanics reduce overall excitement.
  • Weapons feel weak against numerous enemies, leading to a gameplay style focused more on avoiding than attacking.
  • Lack of in-level power-ups and limited level variety can make the game feel repetitive and short.
  • music
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game, characterized by an energetic synthwave and retro wave-inspired soundtrack, is widely praised for enhancing the gameplay and overall vibe. Players highlight the soundtrack's alignment with the game's style and its standout role during intense boss fights. The music not only complements the visuals and action but also makes the game a great, chill experience.

    • “The soundtrack is awesome and goes well with the gameplay.”
    • “The soundtrack in particular is good, and the announcer adds to the game's overall well-done arcade effect.”
    • “Each level has a different synthwave track and I found it very enjoyable both playing and listening to the music.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay offers a chill experience with automatic attack direction, various enemy patterns, and weapon choices after boss fights, complemented by an awesome soundtrack. However, it suffers from slow pacing, an awkward dodge mechanic, and a poor power-up system that detract from its potential. Overall, it provides a relaxed vibe suitable for short play sessions.

    • “The game provides various enemies with different attack patterns to mix up the gameplay often enough, and you are able to select to swap your weapon or keep the one you have at level's end after defeating the big bosses of each stage.”
    • “The whole gameplay gives a nice vibe and along with the music and short play-session times it's a nice game to chill out for a while.”
    • “You have a dodge/teleport button, a super button, etc. The direction of your attacks is automatic (straight ahead) so aside from orienting your ship in the right spot to take out the waves of enemies and be aware of your own hitbox to evade their many attacks, there is not much to the gameplay.”
    • “But the slow gameplay, awkward dodge mechanic, and the absolutely dreadful power-up system ruin what should have been a great game.”
    • “You have a dodge/teleport button and a super button, but the direction of your attacks is automatic (straight ahead). Aside from positioning your ship to take out waves of enemies and avoiding their attacks, there isn't much depth to the gameplay.”
    • “The slow gameplay and awkward dodge mechanic negatively impact the overall experience.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are highly praised for their vibrant neon 80's art style, bright colors, and overall aesthetic appeal. Users find the visual design visually striking and unique, complementing the game's atmosphere effectively.

    • “Really cool graphics, awesome music and nice story.”
    • “I love neon 80's art style and this game is dripping in it.”
    • “The art style is amazing and the colors are so nice and bright.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the story enjoyable and well-crafted, complementing the game's impressive graphics and music.

  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is occasionally funny, particularly with playful boss titles, but it tends to become repetitive and one-note over time.

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80%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
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Nighthaw-X3000 is a action game.

Nighthaw-X3000 is available on PC and Windows.

Nighthaw-X3000 was released on April 13, 2017.

Nighthaw-X3000 was developed by N94Games.

Nighthaw-X3000 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Nighthaw-X3000 for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Nighthaw-X3000 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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