Pulstar

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"Pulstar" is a Science Fiction Shooter game, offering both single-player and local multi-player modes for up to 2 players in split screen. The gameplay is reminiscent of R-Type, with the addition of a unique power bar mechanism for charged or rapid-fire attacks. Impressive pre-rendered 3D graphics enhance the immersive in-game world, providing a visually engaging experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It's an addictive twin-stick shooter that is easy to learn but hard to master, making it enjoyable for short gaming sessions.
The game is well-priced for the amount of fun it provides, especially for fans of the genre.

The game lacks depth and variety, with only a few enemy types and limited gameplay mechanics.
Controls are not customizable, which can lead to frustration, especially for players using non-standard controllers.
Many players find the game repetitive and feel it doesn't justify its price compared to similar titles available on mobile platforms.

music
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it beautiful and relaxing, others criticize it for being repetitive and unpleasant. Although the soundtrack is deemed decent by some, it fails to maintain engagement over longer play sessions, leading players to prefer their own playlists.
- “The music in Pulstar is absolutely beautiful.”
- “The music is kind of good, suits the game, but it gets repetitive after an hour or less, so I use my own playlist.”
- “The sounds are piercing and unpleasant; the music is awful on top of that.”
- “The sounds get repetitive, but the soundtrack is decent.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
graphics
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their smooth neon visuals and eye-catching art style, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. However, some users criticize the quality of the graphics, particularly the design of the enemies, indicating a mixed reception overall.
- “Smooth neon graphics.”
- “The art style is eye-catching, and the gameplay is rather slick, I would say.”
- “Overall, this game mixes phenomenal lighting, graphics, and difficulty into one of the most addicting arcade-like shooters to date.”
- “The graphics are awful, especially the enemies.”
story
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as minimal and somewhat nonsensical, with some players finding it irrelevant to the arcade gameplay experience. While it conveys a moral about perseverance, the narrative lacks depth and coherence, focusing more on action than a compelling plot.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “It has a tiny, almost obsolete story, but being the arcade game it is, it really doesn't need one.”
- “You're supposed to be saving this dying star or something, but nothing seems to try and attack it; they just go after you. The whole story is nonsense.”
gameplay
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally considered slick and visually appealing, but many users find it dull and lacking in unique elements, resulting in an overall experience that feels unremarkable.
- “The art style is eye-catching, and the gameplay is rather slick, I would say.”
- “Although the gameplay is fun, it lacks anything special.”
- “Most of the gameplay is just dull.”
replayability
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
While some users find the game becomes boring quickly due to its one-dimensional nature, others appreciate the simple power-up and bonus system, along with online ranking and personal best tracking, which enhance its replayability. Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed, with some players feeling it lacks depth.
- “The simple power-up and bonus system, along with online ranking and personal best tracking, encourages replayability.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the variety of challenges and unlockable content, making me want to come back for more.”
- “The dynamic gameplay elements and multiple paths ensure that no two runs are ever the same, enhancing the overall replayability.”
- “The game gets difficult quickly and soon becomes extremely boring; the replayability for such a one-dimensional game is next to none.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again, making the replayability feel almost non-existent.”
- “After completing the game once, I found no reason to return, as the lack of variety in gameplay severely limits replayability.”