Putinist Slayer
- August 12, 2022
- Bunker 22
Get on Steam"Putinist Slayer" is a roguelike shoot'em up game where you can battle against caricatured figures of the Russian government in intense space combat. Created by the anonymous art group Bunker 22 during the war, all profits from the game are donated to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The game features a variety of weapons and a frantic pace, allowing you to take out your frustrations on the game's enemies in a cathartic experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The gameplay is fun and engaging, with a good balance of challenge and accessibility.
- The game features a high-quality soundtrack and impressive visual design, enhancing the overall experience.
- It includes humorous political commentary and familiar characters, making it entertaining and relatable for players.
- Some players wish for more technical options, such as configurable controls and enhanced visual settings.
- There have been issues with content moderation on platforms like Steam, affecting the visibility of reviews.
- The game may not appeal to those who are not interested in its political themes or meme-based humor.
- music12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its exceptional quality and the inclusion of real songs, making it a strong contender for the best soundtrack of 2023. The driving music complements the arcade roguelike gameplay effectively, and the ability to adjust music and sound effects separately enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the complete voice-over adds to the immersive audio landscape.
“Easily wins the best soundtrack 2023.”
“The game comes with complete voice-over and an amazing soundtrack.”
“Arcade roguelike shoot 'em up, in which you have to shoot heads flying at you, accompanied by driving music.”
“What I really like is that music and sound effects can be adjusted separately.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, particularly in the context of a scrolling shooter. Players find the experience enjoyable and encourage others to try it for themselves.
“The gameplay feels very good, by the way.”
“The idea is very interesting for the scroll shooter, and the gameplay is very fun!”
“The game follows different mechanics, and I like it. You can also try it and share your opinion in the comments.”
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game features a surprisingly complex backstory for a 2D action roguelike, incorporating both historical and current events. Notably, one of the project's missions is to support the Ukrainian army, adding depth to the narrative.
“Also has quite a lot of historical and current event backstory too!”
“For a 2D action roguelike, the developers created a surprisingly complex background story.”
“According to the devs, one project mission is the support of the Ukrainian army.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, featuring a blend of clever and subtle comedic elements alongside familiar, albeit grotesque, characters. Reviewers highlight the effective integration of humor into the gameplay, making it an entertaining experience.
“Incredibly funny shooter!”
“Lots of humor, lots of familiar faces... vile and disgusting faces.”
“The authors approached their work very subtly in terms of humor, which is commendable.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find that the game serves as a valuable emotional release, providing a cathartic experience that resonates differently with each individual.
“For someone, this game might be a good emotional release.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics blend an old-school arcade aesthetic with modern, meme-inspired visuals, featuring heroic Ukrainians battling orcish adversaries in a deep space setting. This unique combination creates a joyful and exciting visual experience that resonates with players.
“I recommend this game to everyone because it has an arcade old-school feeling combined with modern and meme-like visuals of heroic Ukrainians against orcish Putinists in deep space that will bring you joy and excitement for hours.”
