Project Starship X
- June 17, 2020
- Arabong
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Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 4
Windows
Xbox One
Linux
PlayStation
Xbox
Reviews
- The game features a vibrant art style and an incredible soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- It offers a unique blend of roguelike elements and bullet hell mechanics, making it accessible and enjoyable for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
- The humor and creativity in the game, including quirky characters and bizarre events, add a charming and entertaining layer to the gameplay.
- The visuals can be overwhelming and may cause discomfort for players with photosensitivity, as there are no options to reduce the flashing effects.
- The lack of a proper tutorial or clear explanations for game mechanics can lead to confusion and frustration for players trying to understand how to play.
- Some random events and mechanics can feel unfair or chaotic, potentially detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- music22 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its energetic and addictive quality, often likening it to the engaging soundtracks of titles like "Crypt of the Necrodancer." The soundtrack features a mix of synth and 8-bit styles, enhancing the vibrant gameplay and unique level designs, making it a standout element that contributes significantly to the overall experience. Players describe the music as "godlike" and "euphoric," solidifying its status as a key highlight of the game.
“The music is just incredibly fun to listen to.”
“Bonkers shmup with fantastic visuals and a soundtrack I cannot stop listening to.”
“Gorgeous visuals, euphoric music, and super tight controls, this game is definitely a bang for your buck.”
“This game is as addictive as it is colorful and seizure-inducing... oh yeah... and the soundtrack is godlike.”
“Music is all bangers.”
“Soundtrack is a banger.”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a chaotic and wacky shoot 'em up experience, featuring a mix of inventive mechanics like dodging and teleporting that cater to both novice and experienced players. While the controls are tight and the levels are creatively designed, some players find the lack of clear explanations for mechanics and power-ups to be a drawback. Overall, the game offers a fun and engaging experience, bolstered by a charming aesthetic and an excellent soundtrack, though it may not appeal to everyone due to its unconventional mechanics.
“The gameplay was standard shoot 'em up with your ship that is constantly moving forward over a repeating background, lots of things flying at you, and some power-ups and special abilities.”
“Excellent soundtrack, tight gameplay controls, and roguelike elements keep things really fresh... the excellent sense of humor and really interesting level mechanics (like gravitational pulling or literal 'space bowling') really make this a memorable experience.”
“I love how many creative ways it uses the dodge/homing mechanic, and the way the tank power-up works is really interesting... and there's funny images around the borders, and tons of graphical effects.”
“Mechanics seem to work differently from time to time; some things that glow kill you, while others teleport you.”
“But... it is extremely bad at explaining what is going on and what you are meant to do in terms of game mechanics.”
“Nothing is explained well, and there is no tutorial or anything similar to introduce you to the dash mechanic, the different modes (you turn into a different vehicle at some points), and how to interact with power-ups in general.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have received praise for their distinct art style, vibrant colors, and creative visual effects, contributing to an engaging overall presentation. While some players find the visuals charming and fitting, others describe them as obnoxious, indicating a polarizing aesthetic that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the combination of appealing character designs and a unique graphical approach enhances the gameplay experience.
“I like the aesthetics and the gameplay is fun.”
“This game has great presentation and art style.”
“Gorgeous visuals, euphoric music, and super tight controls, this game is definitely a bang for your buck.”
“The visuals are obnoxious.”
“Though if you don't like that style of humor, it is very likely that you don't like the game at all as it is always present in art style, enemy choice, and pop culture references.”
“Gave it a buy after Studio Mudprints performed their best of 2020 list; it gained my interest in its very distinct graphical style for the game and the HUD in particular.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is a mix of bizarre charm and quirky references, featuring absurd scenarios like battling zombie space Hitler and interacting with Cthulhu's grandma. While some players find the humor hit-or-miss, many appreciate its creativity and the amusing visual gags throughout the gameplay, contributing to an overall entertaining experience. The humor, combined with engaging mechanics and a visually dynamic presentation, enhances the game's replayability and enjoyment.
“A weirdo shmup with a bizarre sense of humor and a lot of charm.”
“Fight against zombie space Hitler, chill out with Cthulhu's grandma, visit Space Texas (it has guns), and do some interdimensional bowling in this weird, funny, challenging, and replayable arcade shooter.”
“I also love the humor; seeing a locked character running towards the screen then hitting an air wall made me laugh out loud, and the 'just one setting' in the gamepad setting is good, too.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers a quirky and entertaining experience with diverse scenarios that enhance its replayability, such as battling unique enemies and engaging in humorous activities. However, some players feel that the rogue elements do not significantly contribute to long-term replay value.
“Fight against zombie space Hitler, chill out with Cthulhu's grandma, visit Space Texas (it has guns), and do some interdimensional bowling in this weird, funny, challenging, and replayable arcade shooter.”
“But after that, the 'rogue' elements of it really don't offer much replay value, in my opinion.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, particularly due to the lengthy stage transitions and the time required to initiate subsequent runs.
“The stage transitions and the time it takes to get into another run can get slightly tedious.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay motivated and enjoy the game.”
