Plain Sight
- April 5, 2010
- Beatnik Games
Get on Steam"Plain Sight" is a multiplayer-focused game where players control robots with ninja abilities. The objective is to destroy enemy robots while avoiding being killed yourself, with points earned based on stylish moves and combos. The unique twist is that defeated robots explode, allowing for strategic play and risk-taking.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and fun concept of ninja robots engaging in chaotic battles, providing a fast-paced and entertaining experience.
- When played with friends or at LAN parties, the game can be a blast, with various game modes and mechanics that encourage laughter and excitement.
- The visual style and gravity-defying mechanics create an engaging atmosphere that can be enjoyable for short gaming sessions.
- The multiplayer community is essentially dead, making it difficult to find matches, and the game is often relegated to playing against bots.
- Many players find the gameplay shallow and repetitive, lacking depth and mechanics that would keep them engaged long-term.
- The game has been criticized for its confusing mechanics and lack of support, leading to a frustrating experience for new players.
- gameplay56 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is initially enjoyable, featuring simple and intuitive controls, but many players find it lacks depth and variety, leading to boredom over time. While there are unique mechanics and a nostalgic appeal reminiscent of classic twitch shooters, the overall experience is hindered by issues like unbalanced mechanics and a lack of engaging upgrades. Ultimately, the game is seen as fun in short bursts but fails to sustain long-term interest.
“Real fun with friends, very simple deathmatch style gameplay.”
“Controls are simple and intuitive, and gameplay concepts are fairly easy to understand.”
“The mechanics are simple to learn, hard to master, and are executed in a visually impactful way.”
“While at first it is fun to fly around, destroying other robots, coming back to this game I noticed that Plain Sight did not have enough depth in its mechanics to keep me engaged even back then.”
“You get bored quite quickly because there are no mechanics to master in this game.”
“This game had a novel way of fighting, but the player base dwindled due to a lack of fulfilling depth in the gameplay.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its dark and chaotic elements, with players finding amusement in self-destructive tactics and absurd scenarios involving comically designed robots. The interactions between characters, filled with maniacal laughter and playful banter, enhance the overall comedic experience, making the gameplay both entertaining and lighthearted despite its chaotic nature.
“Laughing as we self-destruct to unleash chaos 😂”
“Tk Baha: (laughing) now that's what I call teamwork!”
“The fact that the only way to win is to commit suicide is hilarious.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a simple, tron-like art style that is visually appealing but may not sustain long-term engagement. While the straightforward design helps avoid common visibility issues in modern games, the initial camera setup can be disorienting. Overall, the simplicity complements the gameplay mechanics effectively.
“The graphics are very simple, and ensure that you're not having that modern-game problem where you didn't see an enemy coming because of the foliage or mental textures.”
“The tron-like graphics are cool; the camera setting will give you a headache at first, but the overall simplicity of jump-run-kill is great.”
“The graphics are very simple, and ensure that you're not having that modern game problem where you didn't see an enemy coming because of the foliage or mental textures.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with players reporting significant issues related to buggy gravity physics that detract from the overall experience. This instability leads to chaotic gameplay that obscures action and reduces skill involvement, resulting in a frustrating experience for many users. Additionally, the low player count may exacerbate these issues, making it difficult to engage in a balanced game.
“What it should be advertised as is a game where you play as an angry blurry spec desperately trying to fight the tyranny of horrible buggy gravity physics while homing instant kill attacks are being lobbed at you by those 19 other players the game so graciously provides.”
“I only ever found about 5 people playing this game at a time, perhaps because having a fast-paced game with weird buggy gravity where you move by Sonic the Hedgehog-style homing attack obscures the action to the point that there is even less skill involved than there normally is.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by vibrant, funky tunes that complement the neon visuals, creating an engaging and lively atmosphere for players.
“Immediately greeted by neon colors and funky music 🎶”
“Immediately greeted by neon colors and funky music 🎶”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is perceived as lacking significance, with users suggesting that its absence would not evoke any feelings or regret.
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is perceived as minimal, with a focus on simplicity in both level design and character aesthetics, suggesting that the developers prioritized a smooth gameplay experience over complex character progression.
“The character development feels incredibly shallow, lacking depth and meaningful progression.”
“Characters are one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the game, making it hard to connect with them.”
“The lack of meaningful choices in character development leaves the experience feeling flat and unengaging.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game lacks a deep and engaging storyline, focusing instead on providing a fun experience for players, whether with friends or AI bots.
