Procyon
- February 26, 2014
- Deadly Red Cube
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamProcyon is a Sci-Fi shooter game with fantastic graphics, offering various game modes for both single-player and local multi-player. In the game, you pilot an experimental ship through five stages of increasing difficulty, fighting extraterrestrial forces with two distinct weapons and shields. With an original soundtrack and multiple modes, including normal and survival, Procyon provides a thrilling shoot-em-up experience for up to two players in cooperative gameplay.
Reviews
- Solid shooting mechanics with a variety of weapon types and interesting gameplay dynamics.
- Hilarious and engaging satirical narrative that adds charm to the game.
- Great value for the price, offering high replayability despite its short length.
- The game is very short, consisting of only five levels, which may disappoint some players.
- Lack of online co-op mode limits multiplayer options, despite local co-op being available.
- Some players found the boss fights to be average and not particularly exciting.
- graphics10 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their excellent quality, sharpness, and appealing visuals, particularly in stereo 3D, which enhances situational awareness. Reviewers highlight the polished aesthetic, high-definition effects, and well-designed user interface, contributing to an overall immersive experience. The combination of nice graphics and engaging audio further elevates the game's presentation.
“The visuals are incredibly appealing, especially in stereo 3D; stereo will normally help player's situational awareness and despite the '2D-ness' of this title, the 3D brings the exact same quality - the separation between foreground and background helps keep you aware of all objects on the gameplay's plane/layer.”
“Graphically, it looks sharp with high-definition effects and backdrops (no 8-bit look here) with sound effects and soundtrack holding strong too.”
“Procyon is a very nicely polished game, with pretty visuals and some really nice gameplay, especially on higher difficulty levels.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by solid shooting mechanics, engaging and humorous narratives, and a high level of challenge that encourages player persistence. Players appreciate the polished visuals, particularly in stereoscopic 3D, which enhance situational awareness, while the variety in boss encounters prevents repetitiveness. However, some critiques highlight a lack of narrative depth and strategic gameplay, with certain genre conventions leading to a more simplistic experience.
“The game is saved, however, by interesting mechanics and a hilarious satirical narrative between missions.”
“Great little game with satisfying gameplay and quirky, funny finish.”
“First off, it works perfectly on my stereoscopic 3D rig using TriDef Ignition. Second, it's got a really clever sense of humor, and mostly the gameplay is exciting, at times riveting, providing a very high level of challenge while not discouraging the player from trying again.”
“In the other, there is an absolute lack of narrative and gameplay conventions so well entrenched that it is almost impossible to distinguish any two examples of the genre from one another. There is often little room for developing a strategy beyond mashing the attack button.”
“The gameplay is exciting, but at times it feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
“While the visuals are appealing, the gameplay mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality, enhancing the overall experience with a fantastic soundtrack that complements the visuals and gameplay. Reviewers note that the audio, including sound effects and music, is well-produced and adds a polished layer to the game, making it enjoyable and immersive.
“The music is fantastic.”
“Very good game and music.”
“The pretty nice soundtrack adds a good layer of extra polish to the game.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Visuals are excellent and the audio is typical shooter-style music.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and lacks any real impact.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal but is enhanced by a humorous and satirical narrative delivered through engaging voiceovers and cutscenes, particularly from the mission control narrator. While the overarching plot may be lacking, players find enjoyment in the comedic elements woven throughout the missions, making it worth experiencing at least once.
“I also absolutely love the mission control narrator -- so funny!”
“The story is also quite entertaining, as you will figure out just after watching the first scene.”
“The story hardly exists, but the command's voiceover and cutscenes are a riot to listen to and watch.”
“For those that don't skip through the mini-story cutscenes, there is also some humor to be had (worth watching through at least once).”
“The game is saved, however, by interesting mechanics and a hilarious satirical narrative between missions.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a clever and hilarious satirical narrative, complemented by witty dialogue and a humorous mission control narrator that many players find entertaining. Its quirky humor enhances the overall experience, making it appealing to fans of the genre and those who appreciate funny cutscenes. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect that adds charm to the gameplay.
“The game is saved, however, by interesting mechanics and a hilarious satirical narrative between missions.”
“I also absolutely love the mission control narrator -- so incredibly hilarious!”
“First off, it works perfectly on my stereoscopic 3D rig using TriDef Ignition; second, it's got a really clever sense of humor and mostly the gameplay is exciting, at times riveting, and provides a very high level of challenge while not discouraging the player from trying again.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability, with players noting that despite its shorter length, it maintains significant value for multiple playthroughs.
“High replayability.”
“It may seem like a short game; however, it holds significant replay value.”
“It may seem like a short game; however, it lacks significant replay value.”
“Once you complete the game, there’s little incentive to play through it again.”
“The game feels repetitive on subsequent playthroughs, diminishing its replayability.”
