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Pentasma

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85%Game Brain Score
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100% User Score Based on 36 reviews

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Pentasma is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by hijong park and was released on January 31, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Pentasma is a side-scrolling arcade shooter inspired by Williams Electronics' 1981 classic 'Defender'. Protect The terraforming Humanoids from the deadly Aliens and raid the Alien planets to keep the galaxy peaceful!

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100%
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gameplay3 positive mentions
  • Pentasma is a fantastic homage to the classic Defender, offering both nostalgia and new gameplay elements that enhance the experience.
  • The game features multiple modes and adjustable parameters, making it accessible for beginners while still providing a challenging experience for veterans.
  • Players praise the smooth controls and addictive gameplay, with many noting it captures the essence of the original arcade games perfectly.
  • Some players feel that the game lacks certain classic sound effects from the original Defender, which could detract from the nostalgic experience.
  • The game can be quite difficult, especially for new players, which may lead to frustration rather than enjoyment.
  • There are reports of issues with the control customization options not functioning properly, which could hinder the gameplay experience for some users.
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    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a faithful homage to Defender, enhanced with new elements that provide a fresh take on the alien-blasting experience. Players can expect smooth and fast-paced action, along with improved graphics and a greater variety of enemies compared to the original.

    • “That said, this is both a faithful clone of Defender and one that introduces gameplay elements that make for a fresh alien-blasting experience.”
    • “Smooth and fast gameplay.”
    • “Graphically, this game is as good as Defender was back in the day, but with way more enemies and improved gameplay.”
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    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are likened to the classic Defender, showcasing a nostalgic aesthetic while enhancing gameplay with a greater number of enemies. Overall, it successfully combines retro visuals with modern improvements.

    • “Graphically, this game is as good as Defender was back in the day, but with way more enemies and improved gameplay.”
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Pentasma is a arcade shooter game.

Pentasma is available on PC and Windows.

Pentasma was released on January 31, 2020.

Pentasma was developed by hijong park.

Pentasma has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay.

Pentasma is a single player game.

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