Planet R-12
- May 4, 2016
- Timushev Vladimir
Get on Steam"Planet R-12" is a tactical shooter where players assemble a team of soldiers to fight against enemy combat robots and massive bosses on a treacherous planet. The game features 7 types of soldiers, each with unique weapons and skills, and over 40 unique enemies. Players can control the soldiers directly or command them strategically, while dealing with gradually damaging robotic foes.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging 2D tactical shooter experience with unique squad mechanics and character abilities.
- Players appreciate the creativity in artwork and the interactive nature of the gameplay, which provides a good challenge.
- It's a budget-friendly game that delivers enjoyable gameplay, making it a worthwhile purchase for casual gamers.
- The game suffers from poor technical implementation, including low-quality graphics and lack of resolution options, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Many players find the game to be too short, with a lack of content that leaves them wanting more.
- There are significant gameplay issues, such as frustrating controls and poorly designed levels that can lead to a tedious experience.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the artwork as amateurish and lacking professional quality, while others appreciate the creativity and smoothness of the visuals. Overall, the visual presentation is described as either extremely low quality or serviceable but bland, with limited options for customization. Despite the criticisms, some players find the graphics to be cute and fitting for the game's style.
“However modest in design, this game shows immense creativity in both the artwork and storyline; with fights that are fun and interactive with a bit of a 'Castle Crashers' feel to it, though a touch more tactical.”
“Very cute, graphics were nice, smooth gameplay, was a lot more challenging than I was expecting.”
“The graphics are also nice.”
“The artwork here is terrible; it's a hodgepodge of amateurish 'my first Wacom tablet' style drawings used instead of professional-looking game assets.”
“It's unclear if this is due to a lack of budget to hire someone who can create graphical assets properly, or a lack of talent. Regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low, enough on its own to deter gamers.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay features original robotic opponents with well-developed behaviors and destruction mechanics, providing an entertaining experience, especially in the early stages. However, some players found the fights to be prolonged, particularly the final boss, and noted that while the mechanics are imaginative, the game's content may not justify its price. Overall, it offers a fun challenge against various technological enemies.
“This game has very original and cool robotic opponents; their behavior and the mechanics of their destruction are also very well developed.”
“Game mechanics are really good and imaginative.”
“It's fun and hard work to be a winner against all kinds of technological mechanical robots or android figures...”
“Gameplay: 5, I was entertained in the early game, but fights took too long, and the final boss was a slog.”
“It's fun and hard work to be a winner against all kinds of technological mechanical robots or android figures.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, showcasing a journey of overcoming challenges. While the narrative is modestly designed, it is creatively engaging, complemented by fun and interactive gameplay reminiscent of "Castle Crashers" but with a more tactical approach. The pacing improves significantly after the initial slow start, with the game focusing solely on the story mode.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“However modest in design, this game shows immense creativity in both the artwork and storyline; with fights that are fun and interactive, it has a bit of a 'Castle Crashers' feel to it, though a touch more tactical.”
“At the start, the game is very slow and hard, but it gets better towards the second mission/level.”
“The story is incredibly slow-paced and lacks engagement, making it hard to stay invested.”
“There are no other modes besides the story mode, which limits replayability and variety.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and fails to create a compelling experience for the player.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is enhanced by the inclusion of three main skills that provide strategic advantages: freezing enemies, shielding squad members, and deploying a combat drone. These features contribute to a more reliable gameplay experience, allowing players to effectively manage challenges during encounters.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, significantly detracting from the overall experience.
“The grinding in this game is mind-numbing and feels like a chore.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, and it just became frustrating and repetitive.”
“The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and takes away from the enjoyment.”
