- August 17, 2023
- SneakyBox
Quantum: Recharged
Slightly above average or simply inoffensive. Fans of the genre should enjoy them a bit, but a fair few will be left unfulfilled.
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Over 40 years since its arcade debut, Quantum: Recharged warps the classic arcade title with modern flourishes that have become a staple among the Recharged series. Defeat waves of enemies using your ship to circle around them and create a punishing deadzone. By removing the traditional ability to shoot enemies, this title challenges players to avoid taking damage and progress through increasingly…
- The game features excellent score-chasing gameplay that is simple yet highly strategic.
- It has a pleasing laser-filled presentation that showcases meticulous attention to detail.
- The game is addictive and offers a fun, challenging experience with unique mechanics.
- The gameplay deviates significantly from the original Quantum, leading to disappointment for fans of the classic.
- Many missions lack variety and are simply about destroying all enemies, missing the original's unique mechanics.
- Technical issues, such as black screens on launch and download problems, detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The gameplay is criticized for being generic and lacking originality, with comparisons to other titles like Geometry Wars and Crystal Quest. While some players appreciate the strategic depth and pleasing visuals, the overall experience is marred by a poor initial impression and a convoluted mechanic that detracts from the fun.
“If you like Crystal Quest and Yoshi Touch & Go like me, this is a rare game with some similar mechanics.”
“[Excellent score-chasing gameplay that's simple yet highly strategic, pleasing laser-filled presentation, power-ups complement gameplay beautifully.]”
“Not a great start, but it gets worse as we head into gameplay...”
“So ultimately what we have here is a generic arena shooter game that wants to be Geometry Wars but with a vague approximation of Quantum's encircling mechanic jammed in.”
“Again, small change, big consequences in terms of gameplay.”
Quantum: Recharged Review
Quantum: Recharged feels like a singular entry within a larger anthology or collection of retro arcade games harkening back to the early 80s. The game is highly responsive, and its polished, dazzling appearance indicates meticulous attention was paid to pay homage to the original Quantum. While it's commendable that the classic Atari game is receiving due respect, the extent of its acclaim appears to be overstated, primarily due to its excessively simplistic nature.
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Slightly above average or simply inoffensive. Fans of the genre should enjoy them a bit, but a fair few will be left unfulfilled.
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