Over My Dead Pixel

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Over My Dead Pixel is a top down shooter where you command an antivirus program to defend your personal data against malicious software. Beware, firing your weapons will shrink your playspace. Acquire powerups to unleash a torrent of attacks upon the digital fiends.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Over My Dead Pixel offers a unique and challenging twist on the bullet hell genre, making it addictive and engaging.
The game features a clever mechanic where shooting shrinks the play area, forcing players to make quick decisions and adapt their strategies.
It has vibrant graphics and lively music, enhancing the overall experience and making it enjoyable for both short and long play sessions.

The game can be extremely difficult, especially for new players, leading to frustration and quick deaths.
There is a lack of an end-game or campaign mode, which may leave some players wanting more depth and narrative.
The chaotic nature of the gameplay can feel luck-based at times, making it hard to progress consistently.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The gameplay of "Over My Dead Pixel" is characterized by its challenging bullet hell mechanics, reminiscent of Undertale but significantly more difficult. The game features a unique border-shrinking mechanic that enhances depth and strategy, alongside various power-ups that aid in survival, making for a highly addictive and innovative experience.
- “Over my dead pixel is a visually simple retro-flavored 360-degree shoot'em up with a uniquely challenging and equally addictive mechanic.”
- “Fantastic and innovative gameplay.”
- “So basically, take Undertale bullet hell mechanics, but multiply the difficulty by 50.”
- “While the border-shrinking mechanic does take a bit to get used to, it adds a lot of depth to the gameplay.”
- “Along with the border mechanic, there are also a number of power-ups that you'll need to collect to help with your survival.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are praised for their charming retro style, complemented by bright and lively visuals that enhance the overall experience. Users find the aesthetic appealing, especially given the game's low price point, making it a worthwhile purchase.
- “It's also a mere 5 bucks, which is more than worth it for a well-made arcade shoot 'em up with charming retro visuals and a very unique gimmick.”
- “The graphics and music are both very bright and lively, and it was a pleasure to try.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as bright and lively, enhancing the overall experience and complementing its engaging gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack, noting it as a standout feature that adds to the enjoyment of the game.
- “The graphics and music are both very bright and lively, and it was a pleasure to experience.”
- “This game is a great take on Asteroids with a nice twist and some fantastic music.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Many users express a desire for a more developed story or campaign in the game, suggesting that its overall experience could be significantly enhanced with a narrative element. While they enjoy the gameplay, the lack of a compelling story leaves them wanting more depth.
- “Not saying that the game is bad, but I wish it had some campaign or story to it.”
- “Really like this game, but it could have been more redeemed by a story or campaign of some sort.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization encourages players to be flexible and adapt their strategies to varying circumstances, rather than relying on a single, optimized approach.
- “They probably wanted to encourage players to be more flexible and adapt to different circumstances rather than just follow the same optimized strategy every time.”
- “They probably wanted to force you to be more flexible and adapt to different circumstances rather than just follow the same optimized strategy every time.”