Nightwolf: Survive the Megadome
- June 11, 2019
- CYBERPHO
Get on SteamNightwolf: Survive the Megadome is a fast-paced, post-apocalyptic first-person shooter set in a dystopian future. Fight against hordes of mutants and competing factions in a massive, ever-changing arena known as the Megadome. Utilize a variety of unique weapons, power-ups, and abilities to survive as long as possible and climb the leaderboards.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and original concept that combines car combat with a vibrant neon aesthetic, making it visually appealing.
- The soundtrack and audio design are highly praised, contributing to an immersive and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- Despite its flaws, many players find the game addictive and fun, with potential for improvement through future updates.
- The controls and car handling are often described as floaty and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating at times.
- Technical issues such as camera problems, limited turret rotation, and poor AI behavior detract from the overall experience.
- The game lacks sufficient content, including customization options and varied maps, which leaves players wanting more.
- graphics13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their vibrant 1980s dystopian neon aesthetic, with well-designed car models and varied enemy vehicles that enhance the overall vibe. However, some players express disappointment over the lack of vehicle customization options and find the terrain color palette muddled, making it difficult to navigate. Overall, the art style and music are well-received, contributing to a compelling retro driving shooter experience.
“Overall the game has nice graphics and a very cool 1980's dystopian neon future look to it.”
“The graphics, music, and sound effects are a retro 1980's style pulled off really well.”
“The car designs have a nice aesthetic about them and the arenas are well designed.”
“The aesthetic is dark and muddled.”
“I understand that you're going for a more neon-synthwave fitting art style for your game, but the color palette on terrain being a mix of washed out whites, grays, and light browns makes it exceedingly difficult to tell what kind of terrain you're actually driving on and how to handle the car accordingly.”
“I also feel like the cyberpunk/escape from New York style aesthetic is actually the wrong pick for this kind of game, and it could've benefitted from a different tone.”
- music9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive quality and strong contribution to the retro-future vibe, effectively complementing the 1980s graphic style. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Many express excitement about the possibility of purchasing the soundtrack on vinyl or cassette, indicating its appeal.
“The music, the announcer, the ambiance, and the colors overall are super immersive.”
“The music is also very good and does a great job of contributing to the retro-future vibe of the game.”
“The graphics, music, and sound effects are a retro 1980's style pulled off really well.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel stale after a short time.”
“The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The audio mixing is poor, with music often drowning out important sound effects.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovation, allowing players to utilize environmental traps against competitors, while also featuring tight controls and a user-friendly menu system that enhances the overall experience.
“I love the style of this game overall, but I must admit they bring quite a few new things in terms of gameplay too.”
“The gameplay is really good; the controls are tight, and it feels satisfying. The menu system is also really easy to use and cool.”
“The gameplay is quite innovative: you get to use the traps that are at your disposal in the environment to help you destroy your competitors.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The current game lacks a traditional story mode or missions, focusing instead on pure action, which some players find enjoyable. However, there is anticipation for future updates that may introduce a more developed story and additional content. Overall, while the gameplay is fun, the absence of a narrative element is noted by users.
“A lot of fun for $5! I only have a little bit of time on it, but I'm enjoying it. I can't wait until they add the story into this!”
“I'm sure in time they will add more things like better upgrades, more arenas, and even a story mode.”
“A lot of fun for $5, but I can't wait until they add the story into this!”
“It has no missions like the Vigilante 8 series, only pure good action.”
