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ProtoGalaxy

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48%Game Brain Score
story, optimization
graphics, gameplay
57% User Score Based on 35 reviews

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ProtoGalaxy is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Source Studio Ltd. and was released on October 6, 2010. It received neutral reviews from players.

Earth is under siege! A mysterious and powerful alien race has come to enslave the entire galaxy, and your fleet is humanity's last hope. You must put an end to the attacks and rebuild a home for the survivors. With the invaders in hot pursuit, and the dangers of the unexplored at every turn, do you have what it takes to forge a new galaxy?

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57%
Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews
story1 positive mentions
graphics2 negative mentions
  • ProtoGalaxy offers a fun and nostalgic shoot 'em up experience with light RPG elements and ship customization.
  • The game is free to play, providing decent single-player fun without in-game purchases.
  • It features a level builder and co-op gameplay, which can enhance the overall experience when played with friends.
  • The game suffers from poor graphics, a clunky interface, and a confusing control scheme, making it difficult to enjoy.
  • Multiplayer functionality is lacking due to a nonexistent player community, rendering it unplayable for many.
  • The tutorial is thin, and the game can feel repetitive, with frustrating level designs that require starting over after failures.
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are characterized by simple 2D retro pixel art, which some players find unappealing compared to contemporary PC graphics. Overall, the aesthetic does not resonate well with many users, and the control scheme has also been criticized.

    • “Let's just assess this as a PC game... 2D graphics, retro pixel 'art' used instead of contemporary PC graphics, terrible control scheme.”
    • “The graphics are very simple and I don't care for the aesthetic much.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring a solid co-op system and engaging space mechanics in a free-to-play top-down shooter. However, players have noted issues such as unclear tutorials, problematic turret placement mechanics, and a need for better menu design. Overall, while the core concept is praised, there are significant areas for improvement.

    • “The gameplay is fun, but the turret can be damaged before you place it. It needs to be fixed, and a simpler tutorial should be added to the main menu.”
    • “Great concept! It's gone free to play without in-game purchases. As of now, if people complain, don't listen to them. What do you expect for a free game? It's a top-down shooter set in space with a great ship upgrade and co-op system, along with excellent space mechanics. However, it needs to be developed for Mac, and the thrusters should change depending on the direction you face.”
    • “The gameplay is poorly explained and the menus are frustrating to navigate.”
    • “Garbage gameplay that lacks clarity and intuitive design.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a map builder and story missions, which users find to be a notable and enjoyable addition to the overall experience.

    • “One major difference here is that there is a map builder and story missions; those are a pretty neat addition.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been criticized, particularly in multiplayer mode, where users report a messy and buggy experience that detracts from gameplay.

    • “Tried multiplayer with two friends, and it was an awkward, messy, and buggy experience.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined the overall experience.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has transitioned to a free-to-play model without in-game purchases, which users appreciate given its quality as a top-down space shooter. While some complaints exist, players are encouraged to overlook them, as the game offers a solid experience with ship upgrades and co-op gameplay. However, there are calls for further development, particularly for Mac compatibility and improved thruster mechanics.

    • “Great concept and it's gone free to play without in-game purchases. So as of now, if people complain, don't listen to them. What do you expect for a free game? It's a top-down shooter set in space, with a great ship upgrade and co-op system, along with excellent space mechanics.”
    • “The game offers a fantastic experience without forcing players to spend money. It's refreshing to see a free-to-play model that respects the player's time and investment.”
    • “I appreciate that the game is free to play and doesn't bombard you with in-game purchases. It allows players to enjoy the full experience without feeling pressured to spend money.”
    • “The game has a great concept, but the monetization model is frustrating. It's free to play, but the in-game purchases feel necessary to progress, which ruins the experience.”
    • “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the aggressive monetization tactics make it hard to fully enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “I appreciate that it's free to play, but the constant push for in-game purchases detracts from the overall experience and makes it feel like a cash grab.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report that while the initial level runs smoothly, subsequent levels suffer from poor optimization, particularly during challenging enemy configurations and puzzle segments, which can hinder progress.

    • “The first level runs smoothly across the screen, but by the second level, the enemy configuration becomes challenging, and the puzzles require careful placement of each 'building block' to progress.”
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ProtoGalaxy is a shooter game with science fiction theme.

ProtoGalaxy is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

ProtoGalaxy was released on October 6, 2010.

ProtoGalaxy was developed by Source Studio Ltd..

ProtoGalaxy has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

ProtoGalaxy is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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