Pixel Star

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Pixel Star is a single player arcade action adventure game. It was developed by Soul Forge and was released on May 22, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

"Pixel Star is a 2D pixel art space shooter game. Engage in intense battles against alien fleets and bosses, and customize your ship with upgrades and weapons. Navigate through randomly generated levels with roguelike elements for a unique experience each playthrough." #PixelStar #SpaceShooter #Roguelike

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Single-Player

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with a variety of upgrades and abilities that enhance the experience.
Smooth controls and a straightforward premise make it easy to jump in and enjoy short gaming sessions.
Offers a modernized take on the classic Asteroids formula with engaging boss battles and randomized events.

Visuals are basic and lack variety, which can make the game feel repetitive over time.
Some gameplay mechanics, like off-screen enemy attacks, can lead to frustrating and unfair deaths.
Limited content with only a few bosses and no unlockable features, which may reduce long-term replayability.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth performance and clever mechanics that encourage replayability, despite requiring a strong PC for high settings. Players appreciate the regenerating shield system, variety of weapons, and the overall fun and addictive nature of the game, likening it to an in-depth version of classic titles like Asteroids. While the visuals are noted as appealing, the absence of a plot shifts the focus entirely to gameplay, which many find engaging and enjoyable.
- “Other than that, the regenerating base shield is a nice concept; you can survive one hit every so many seconds, which helps reduce the frustration caused by my main complaint. You have a health bar that only takes damage when you have no shield, there's a nice variety of weapon and support choices, and the absence of a plot means it's all gameplay.”
- “Clever gameplay mechanics will keep you itching for 'just one more run', and the Steam achievements in this game are hard to earn.”
- “Pixel Star is a little gem of a game; it looks brilliant and runs smoothly (in my experience, I haven't had any bugs or glitches). The gameplay is top-notch and very fun and enjoyable.”
- “I thought the visuals were pretty, the gameplay was okay because it felt more like an in-depth version of asteroids.”
- “Simple gameplay.”
- “Whether it's instantly killing you, bringing down your shields, or simply making life harder for you, each of these phenomena has a tangible impact on the gameplay.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game received mixed reviews, with some players finding them simplistic and lacking originality, often comparing them unfavorably to classic titles like Asteroids. While a few appreciated the modern arcade style and dynamic backgrounds, many criticized the pixelated visuals and limited variety in enemy designs and environments, leading to a sense of repetitiveness. Overall, the visuals seem to be a significant point of contention among players, with opinions ranging from decent to disappointing.
- “Not only that but the modern arcade style visuals with dynamic feeling backgrounds and enemies makes it a very good sight for sore eyes.”
- “I thought the visuals were pretty, the gameplay was okay because it felt more like an in-depth version of asteroids.”
- “It has really good graphics, good gameplay, great replayability, and is only 3 dollars!”
- “Not very original and visuals leave much to be desired.”
- “The graphics weren't that much to look at to begin with, but I don't like how there is no maintained low resolution that's upscaled.”
- “It has very simplistic visuals and very little variety in enemies or environment; after 20 minutes, you almost see it all.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; some players find it slow and not fitting for the gameplay, while others appreciate how it builds with the difficulty, enhancing the intensity during challenging moments. Overall, there is a desire for more motivating and energetic tracks to match the game's pace.
- “Music builds with the difficulty curve, adding to the hectic laser flinging as the screen starts to fill with enemies when just moments before you were surrounded by a deceptive lack of anything, not to mention the occasional bosses to break up any complacent cruising.”
- “Took 10 seconds to download and has hours and hours of gameplay potential once I find my mouse. All that's missing is a ravin' soundtrack; see 'Echoes' by Binary Zoo to get a feel for what this game offers.”
- “I need some good motivating music; this music is very slow and I feel it doesn't fit the game.”
- “Music's kinda weird, I'd admit. It took me a few minutes for it to dig inside my brain, and it was kind of annoying.”
- “Wish it had music.”
- “All that's missing is a ravin' soundtrack; see 'Echoes' by Binary Zoo to get a feel for what this game offers.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability due to its addictive nature, diverse ship configurations, and challenging enemies, making it easy to learn yet difficult to master. However, some players feel that the lack of features like unlockable ship addons and an official leaderboard limits its replay potential, relying mainly on high scores for motivation. Overall, it has excellent replay value, though there is room for improvement.
- “It's easy to learn but difficult to master. With a variety of ship configurations, enemies, and difficulty levels, it's addictive and has a high replayability value.”
- “A lot of replayability for a time, although the game wouldn't suffer from some different features such as having to unlock ship addons and having an official leaderboard (currently there is only a thread on the community hub).”
- “Excellent replay value.”
- “There's nothing to encourage replayability besides high scores, but since this isn't 1970 anymore, I'd expect more than that.”
- “A lot of replayability for a time, although the game wouldn't suffer from having some different features such as unlocking ship add-ons and having an official leaderboard (currently, there is only a thread on the community hub).”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a narrative, focusing solely on gameplay mechanics, which some players appreciate for its variety in weapons and support options. The absence of a story may lead to a less engaging experience for those seeking a deeper narrative.
- “The absence of a plot means it's all gameplay.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth or engagement.”
- “I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, failing to draw me into the game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that "Pixel Star" is a stable game, running smoothly without any noticeable glitches or bugs, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Pixel Star is praised for its excellent optimization, delivering a visually appealing experience that runs smoothly without any reported bugs or glitches, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “Pixel Star is a little gem of a game; it looks brilliant and runs smoothly. In my experience, I haven't encountered any bugs or glitches. The gameplay is top-notch, very fun, and enjoyable.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find grinding to be highly satisfying, particularly when it involves defeating bosses with powerful weapons like the gatling gun, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.