ProtoCorgi

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"ProtoCorgi is a single-player shooter game with compelling arcade-style gameplay, great pixel art visuals, and an amazing soundtrack. As Bullet, a cybernetic corgi, players shoot, dodge, and bark their way through waves of enemies and bosses to save their friend Nixie. With adjustable difficulty, numerous weapon combinations, and special abilities, ProtoCorgi offers a fun and challenging experience for all players."

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews

music26 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a charming aesthetic with adorable pixel art and a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is engaging with a variety of weapon choices and a level editor that adds replayability and creativity.
ProtoCorgi offers a nostalgic throwback to classic shmups, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience for fans of the genre.

The lack of checkpoints and slow movement can lead to frustrating gameplay, especially for those unfamiliar with the genre's difficulty.
Some mechanics, such as the hitbox and power-up system, are convoluted and can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Visual clutter and confusing enemy patterns can make it difficult to navigate, leading to unavoidable deaths and a less satisfying experience.

music
49 mentions
53 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many reviewers praising its catchy and dynamic soundtrack that blends modern styles with nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic cartoons and games. The soundtrack is described as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience with its engaging transitions and vibrant compositions, making it a significant draw for players. Despite some criticisms of the game's mechanics, the music consistently shines as a highlight, often described as "banger" and worthy of standalone appreciation.
- “Great gameplay, absolutely amazing soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is extremely good, in a modern style that pays homage to old cartoons and games, reminiscent of future bass and chiptune, Kirby and Bomberman.”
- “The soundtrack is phenomenal and the gameplay is simple to learn with nuances I'm continuing to discover.”
- “While the options menu is robust and the soundtrack is fairly neat, the game is archaic, mediocre, and lacks the variety and polish to make itself memorable and not feel like a waste of time and the few measly units of your regional currency that you spent on getting it.”
- “It breaks my heart to say any of this because the artwork and music absolutely brings me so much joy it hurts, but unfortunately the game itself is just too hard and stressful for me to get any enjoyment out of it.”
- “The soundtrack leaves you wanting more levels/alternates.”
gameplay
33 mentions
24 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Proto Corgi is characterized by solid mechanics and a charming pixel art style, reminiscent of classic horizontal shooters like Gradius and R-Type. While many players appreciate the engaging gameplay loop and replay value, some find the difficulty and mechanics confusing, with issues such as visual clutter and a simplistic tutorial detracting from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the game is praised for its beautiful visuals, catchy soundtrack, and polished shooting and movement mechanics.
- “Gorgeous pixel corgi shmup that eases you into the difficulty, offering you more lives/continues the longer you play, creating a great gameplay loop that you never want to end.”
- “Great visuals, sounds/soundtrack; and shooting & movement mechanics all feel solid.”
- “It's an absolute love letter to the classic horizontal shooter genre, with gorgeous visuals, amazing music, and well polished mechanics.”
- “The game's mechanics are often obtuse.”
- “The game's difficulty is somewhat confusing; it's an easy game, but the visual pollution, controls, scoring mechanic, power-up system, UI, bullet sponge enemies, and the hitbox located in a strange position can cause some frustration.”
- “The tutorial is also very simple and offers little to no help regarding game mechanics.”
graphics
22 mentions
55 % positive mentions
32 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming aesthetics, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. Players appreciate the cute art style and engaging soundtrack, although some find certain levels visually overwhelming. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the nostalgic feel of the classic shooter genre.
- “Great visuals, sounds/soundtrack; and shooting & movement mechanics all feel solid.”
- “The visuals and audio are outstanding.”
- “It's an absolute love letter to the classic horizontal shooter genre, with gorgeous visuals, amazing music, and well polished mechanics.”
- “It breaks my heart to say any of this because the artwork and music absolutely brings me so much joy it hurts, but unfortunately the game itself is just too hard and stressful for me to get any enjoyment out of it.”
- “- The 4th level's speed tunnel is hard on the eyes with a mix of parallax motion, hologram graphics that get confusing, and on-screen prompts that go so fast by the end that your brain starts freaking out a bit.”
- “But don't let the visuals fool you in terms of difficulty.”
story
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's story is polarizing; while some players appreciate the engaging plot and the secrets to uncover, others criticize the lack of depth and the absence of checkpoints, making repeated playthroughs tedious. The initial cutscene and art are praised, but the overall narrative experience is seen as lacking surprise and innovation.
- “We start with a story cutscene set to music with vocals!”
- “The art, gameplay, story, and music were marvelous from beginning to end.”
- “It has a lot of secrets for you to find out and finish the story in different ways!”
- “Any sort of story is non-existent; there are no checkpoints, a run through the game takes about 50 minutes, with no stage skip for subsequent playthroughs, and you'll have to do the full thing dozens of times for all achievements (if the achievements even decide to unlock in the first place, as some of them are bugged).”
- “Not getting a free pass just because there's a corgi in it, especially when it adds nothing to the plot and has an awkward hitbox.”
- “The storytelling might need some surprise elements.”
replayability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability due to its well-developed mechanics, alternate paths, and secrets within the campaign. Despite a relatively short playtime of around 40 minutes, features like scoreboards and a level editor enhance the incentive to replay.
- “The mechanics are thoroughly fleshed out, and there are even alternate paths and secrets in the campaign, so there's tons of replay value.”
- “It's pretty short; you can beat it in about 40 minutes, but it has tons of replay value, scoreboards, and a level editor!”
- “Highly replayable as well!”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's stability is hindered by a lack of checkpoints and frequent glitches, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “The lack of checkpoints and what seem like glitches make this game not very fun.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the player's initial struggle to adapt to the mechanics, particularly the corgi's hitbox, which adds a layer of tension and challenge. Despite this adjustment period, the overall experience is perceived positively, suggesting a rewarding emotional journey through gameplay.
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally appreciated, with players drawn in by its cute and funny premise, complemented by appealing visuals.
- “I bought it because it seemed to have great visuals and a cute, funny premise.”