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Phantom Trigger

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47%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
stability, replayability
47% User Score Based on 38 reviews
Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

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Phantom Trigger is a single player and multiplayer hack and slash game with fantasy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Victor Solodilov and was released on August 10, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

Phantom Trigger is a fantasy-themed action game where you, as a duplicate personality, explore a surreal world based on the dreams of Stan, a drugged office worker. The game features fast-paced combat with combos, spells, and traps, and includes roguelike elements. There are four different endings based on your choices and how you help Stan understand his reality.

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Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful pixel art and vibrant neon aesthetics that create an engaging visual experience.
  • The combat system is fast-paced and encourages players to master combos, providing a sense of challenge and excitement.
  • The story, while cryptic, offers intriguing elements that keep players interested in uncovering the narrative.
  • The gameplay becomes repetitive and lacks variety, with limited enemy types and few unique combos, leading to a dull experience over time.
  • There is a significant lack of direction and quality of life features, such as tutorials and control settings, making it difficult for players to understand the mechanics.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues that can disrupt the experience, including unresponsive controls and game-breaking glitches.
  • gameplay
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by a solid but repetitive core loop that involves navigating through distinct levels and defeating bosses, relying heavily on a combo-based combat system. While the mechanics are engaging and the art and music are praised, many players find the gameplay lacks variety and depth, leading to a sense of dullness and frustration. Overall, the experience is mixed, with some enjoying the challenge and short bursts of play, while others feel it falls short of being fun or rewarding.

    • “This game is not for everyone; it's challenging, but if you like survival games that offer different gameplay mechanics and interesting concepts to play in short bursts, I'd highly recommend getting Phantom Trigger during a sale, a permanent price drop, or given to you for free.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, the game is solid and relies on a heavily combo-based combat system that you are forced to master as soon as possible in order to survive the waves of enemies that try to make your life miserable right from the get-go.”
    • “I actually quite enjoyed the tightness of the gameplay and felt that the developers went the direction of short and fun, rather than long and tedious.”
    • “It is by the book done right, I guess... like it functions and is colorful and plays tight, etc., but I can see the story a mile away and the gameplay is not fun enough to keep me around.”
    • “Good art with bad gameplay.”
    • “If the developer will make the gameplay less repetitive, tune the battle system a little, make enemies a bit smarter, and fix minor bugs like enemies hitting you while you talk with NPCs, this game will be perfect.”
  • story
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it intriguing and well-crafted, featuring alternate realities and branching narratives that reward exploration. However, others criticize it for being predictable, weakly delivered, and overshadowed by repetitive gameplay. Overall, while the art and atmosphere enhance the storytelling, the execution leaves some players wanting more engagement and clarity.

    • “There are four alternate endings and you’ll have to connect the dots along five different mindscape worlds and the branching story yourself, and it really pays off to explore everywhere for the collectibles.”
    • “The story gets slowly revealed through snippets along the game, and there are some interesting twists thrown in.”
    • “Nonetheless, I was pleasantly surprised by the story and found it to be one of my favorite aspects of the game.”
    • “The story is fine if not engaging, but the combat is not the best (maybe it's better with a controller, I don't know).”
    • “You are plopped into a story and you can kill things that you might not expect to be able to, as well as have a menu that is filled with imagery that means nothing to you at the start of the game and even after some progression may still confuse the player.”
    • “What I got from the story was... weak.”
  • graphics
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Phantom Trigger" are widely praised for their vibrant neon aesthetic, colorful visuals, and creative enemy designs, creating an attractive and immersive world. Many reviewers highlight the game's beautiful art style and detail, reminiscent of other beloved titles, although some express that it lacks the charm found in similar games. Overall, the visuals are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “What drew me towards Phantom Trigger (or PT for short) was the neon art style, reminiscent of Dungeon of the Endless, with a squared-off level design similar to classic gaming way back in the day and the story it wants to tell.”
    • “Phantom Trigger is a 'neon slasher,' so expect vibrant visuals, energetic electronic music, and lots of hack & slashing.”
    • “All in all, the colors and visual effects are very astonishing, and I have been blown away by the effort in detail used in this game. I would not have thought the graphics would be this beautiful for a sweet indie game.”
    • “Aesthetically speaking, it's not terribly interesting.”
    • “Art style is identical to Hyper Light Drifter without any of the charm.”
    • “The art style reminded me of quite a few other titles that I really loved, but after a few minutes, I wasn't sure if my reverence was appropriate.”
  • music
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and fittingness, enhancing the overall experience with vibrant electronic tracks that complement the visuals and gameplay. Many reviewers highlight the epic nature of the boss music and the energetic soundtrack, although some note that certain ambient tracks can feel repetitive. Overall, the sound design is considered superb, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere.

    • “The sounds are spot on with nice synth music and fitting effects that offer very precise feedback of both yours and your opponent’s attacks.”
    • “The entire title is almost entirely focused on collecting stuff that eventually gives you access to that area boss battle and this, with the nice addition of appropriate sounds and music, helps give the moment you face a boss a very epic tone.”
    • “The soundtrack in this game is amazing and I would buy it for sure as it is sold as a DLC.”
    • “Music is a very familiar ambient mush that is both unobtrusive and yet boringly repetitive; I'm reasonably sure the first and second areas had the exact same score.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is criticized for being plagued by bugs and unfinished elements, leading to a frustrating experience. While some users appreciate the atmospheric effects created by glitches, the overall consensus is that the game feels generic and lacks polish, detracting from its potential enjoyment.

    • “Unfinished, buggy, and boring generic game.”
    • “Short, buggy, and boring.”
    • “The story is cryptic, the environments are beautifully crafted, and the effects of distortions and glitches are really well done, adding a lot of atmosphere to the game.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by a visually comedic moment where a character, Stan, unexpectedly takes a face plant during a conversation, leading to a humorous blackout on the screen.

    • “Stan takes a hilarious face plant to the floor mid-conversation, and the screen blacks out.”
    • “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout the entire game.”
    • “The humor is perfectly timed, with clever puns and unexpected twists that keep the gameplay entertaining.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that the game's replayability is limited, as its six-hour length may feel excessive for some players, suggesting that a shorter duration could enhance enjoyment and value.

    • “The game is around 6 hours long, though it would probably have been more enjoyable if it were shorter and cheaper.”
    • “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that character development in the game is minimal, leading to a lack of narrative impact and leaving players feeling unsatisfied by the abrupt ending.

    • “By the time the rather abrupt ending brings the game to a conclusion, the lack of character development and actual narrative impact made the characters feel lackluster at best.”
    • “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the story, leaving players feeling disconnected and uninvested.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the character arcs are shallow and predictable, resulting in a disappointing experience.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its cryptic story and beautifully crafted environments, complemented by effective distortions and glitches that contribute significantly to the overall experience. Players appreciate the unique style and immersive quality that the atmosphere brings to the game.

    • “It's a very nice game that has its own unique atmosphere and style.”
    • “The story is cryptic, the environments are beautifully crafted, and the effects of distortions and glitches are really well done, adding a lot of atmosphere to the game.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game for its engaging and enjoyable gameplay, noting that the developers focused on creating a short and fun experience rather than a lengthy and tedious one.

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Phantom Trigger is a hack and slash game with fantasy and science fiction themes.

Phantom Trigger is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Phantom Trigger.

Phantom Trigger was released on August 10, 2017.

Phantom Trigger was developed by Victor Solodilov.

Phantom Trigger has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Phantom Trigger is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Hyper Light Drifter, Thymesia, BLADECHIMERA, Anima Gate of Memories, Immortal Planet and others.