Project Starcrash

About

When scientists create a portal into space, a race of robotic aliens seek to use it to invade earth. The fate of the planet lies in the super-sized hands of a lone android, who must journey out into space and take down each of the alien motherships. Project Starcrash is a side-scrolling action platformer that consists of two gameplay modes: Space Battles, where you fight off incoming alien inva…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

The game features a unique mix of action platforming and arcade shooting, providing a fun and engaging experience.
Character designs and visuals are charming and stylish, enhancing the overall appeal of the game.
The gameplay is fast-paced and challenging, with enjoyable mechanics like blocking and reflecting, making it rewarding once mastered.

There is only one short training level, which may leave some players feeling unprepared for the challenges ahead.
Some players experienced minor bugs and performance issues, particularly on lower-end PCs.
The lack of configurable controls may hinder the experience for those who prefer keyboard and mouse over a controller.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay features a helpful starter level that allows players to familiarize themselves with core mechanics like throwing, catching, and punching. While it may initially be challenging to master, players find it enjoyable once they get the hang of it, particularly appreciating the engaging reflect mechanics.
- “First, I appreciated the starter level that essentially allows you to get comfortable with the mechanics of throwing, catching, and punching.”
- “The reflect mechanics are actually pretty fun.”
- “The gameplay was a little difficult to get the hang of, but once I got going, it was very fun.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While players appreciate the fun levels and stylish character designs, there is little mention of in-depth character development or growth throughout the game. The visuals are praised for their cool and cartoony aesthetic, but the focus seems to be more on design than on character depth.
- “The levels are fun, and I'm in love with the character designs.”
- “Character designs are incredibly stylish.”
- “The visuals are nice, and the character designs are cool and cartoony.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their appealing visuals and cool, cartoony character designs, complemented by attractive environmental aesthetics. Additionally, the soundtrack enhances the experience with a nostalgic old-school arcade vibe.
- “The visuals are nice, and the character designs are cool and cartoony.”
- “The environmental aesthetics are appealing, and the soundtrack gave me that old school arcade vibe.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the inclusion of unlockable costumes, which enhance the game's replayability by providing additional incentives to revisit and explore different gameplay options.
- “The unlockable costumes also make for a nice bonus and add some replayability.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for its nostalgic arcade feel, complementing the appealing environmental aesthetics and enhancing the overall experience.
- “The environmental aesthetics are appealing, and the soundtrack gave me that old-school arcade vibe.”