Project PULSE

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Project PULSE is a single player and multiplayer casual hack and slash game. It was developed by Jellyfrog Digital and was released on January 3, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

A co-op rhythm action game taking the rhythm elements of combat and pulling them into a thematic world. Play with your friends as characters that represent Melody, Bass, Harmony, and Percussion. Fight your way through your city and complete missions to build different musical weapons!

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41%Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

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Some players find the game enjoyable once they get into the rhythm of hitting enemies to the beat.
The graphics in the game are appreciated by some players.
The game is free, which makes it accessible to a wider audience.

The game is plagued by numerous technical issues, including lag, unresponsive controls, and a buggy character selection menu.
Many players report that the gameplay is clunky and does not function as advertised, leading to a frustrating experience.
The multiplayer aspect is broken, making it unplayable for those looking to enjoy co-op gameplay.

graphics
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The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback; while one user praises them, the overwhelming majority criticize the overall visual quality, describing it as poor and lacking in detail. This disparity suggests that while some may appreciate the aesthetic, many find it lacking in comparison to other aspects of the game.
- “The graphics in this game are absolutely stunning, bringing the world to life in incredible detail.”
- “I am blown away by the visual quality; the environments are beautifully crafted and immersive.”
- “The art style and graphics are top-notch, making every scene a visual treat.”
- “Bad game, bad movement, bad ping, bad gameplay, bad control, bad soundtracks, bad quality, bad environment, bad objective, bad narrator, bad functions and features, bad visualization, bad UI/UX, bad experience, bad graphics, bad delay, bad co-op (this is local only), bad tutorial, bad control, bad story.”
- “The graphics are disappointing and feel outdated, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
- “While the game has potential, the graphics are subpar and make it hard to immerse myself in the world.”
music
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The music in the game has been criticized for being subpar, with comparisons made to generic tracks one might hear in a mall clothing store. Overall, it contributes to a negative experience, as many users feel the soundtrack lacks quality and cohesion.
- “The music sounds like something I'd hear in a punk clothing store in the mall, and it clearly feels like it's still in development but isn't marked as such.”
- “The soundtracks are bad quality and do not enhance the gameplay experience at all.”
- “The overall audio experience is disappointing, with poor sound design that detracts from the game's atmosphere.”
story
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The story of the game is widely criticized, with users labeling it as poor and unengaging, contributing to an overall negative experience alongside various gameplay and technical issues.
- “The story is poorly written and fails to engage the player.”
- “The narrative lacks depth and feels disjointed throughout the game.”
- “Character development is minimal, making it hard to care about the plot.”
stability
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The stability of the game is criticized for significant bugs in the character selection menu, including unregistered key presses and missing characters or equipment, which detracts from the overall user experience.
- “The entire character selection menu is buggy; some key presses are not registered, and some characters or equipment won't appear.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall gameplay experience.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has been overwhelmingly criticized for its clunky mechanics, poor controls, and numerous technical issues such as bad ping and delays. Players also noted a lack of engaging features, a confusing user interface, and an overall unsatisfactory experience, making it difficult to enjoy the game.
- “Bad game, bad movement, bad control, bad gameplay, bad experience.”
- “Very clunky gameplay.”