Oblivion's Edge
- November 10, 2016
- Odd Emu
Get on SteamYou are the last pilot on Earth, tasked with slowing down the invasion and giving survivors enough time to escape. If you can hold back the waves long enough, you may have a shot at destroying the massive mothership and saving the Earth. Oblivion's Edge is an arcade and bullet hell inspired twin stick shooter with multiple game modes and difficulty levels.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and challenging experience with a variety of enemies and weapons.
- There are multiple game modes that provide unique gameplay experiences, including a challenging Minefield mode.
- The graphics and art style are well-received, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The ship's movement is slow and clumsy, making gameplay frustrating at times.
- Visual feedback when getting hit is poor, making it difficult to understand what is happening during combat.
- The game has issues with controller compatibility, leading to a subpar experience for players using controllers.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised, with users noting a significant improvement over classic arcade visuals. The artwork and art style are particularly highlighted as standout features, contributing to a nostalgic yet modern gaming experience.
“It brings me back to my days of pumping quarter after quarter into machines in the arcade, except with much better graphics.”
“I think that the artwork in this game is really good.”
“I also liked the art style.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with some players appreciating its quality and relaxing nature, though a few noted that the tempo feels too slow for the gameplay. Sound effects also received positive feedback, complementing the overall audio experience.
“The music was good as well, though I felt the tempo was a little too slow for the game.”
“Sound effects are pretty good as well, although unlike the previous reviewer, I didn't have an issue with the music.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the gameplay for its variety, particularly highlighting the four distinct modes available, which enhance the overall experience.
“I also like the variety provided by the four different modes of gameplay.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
