Radioactive Dwarfs: Evil From The Sewers
- August 16, 2021
- Slay Buherman
Get on SteamBlast through the sewers in Radioactive Dwarfs! Retro top-down shooter with NES-style pixel graphics and chiptune music. Help armed heroine search for her brother in underground dwarven settlement. Many enemies, items, secrets, and bonus levels. Thrilling adventure awaits!
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Reviews
- The game features nice graphics and a catchy 8-bit soundtrack that enhances the retro atmosphere.
- It offers straightforward gameplay with over 20 levels, including bonus and secret stages, providing a fun and engaging experience.
- The storyline is interesting and reminiscent of classic 80s movies, adding charm to the overall gameplay.
- The game is considered ridiculously difficult, even at the initial levels, which may frustrate some players.
- Controls can be inconvenient, making it difficult to navigate and respond quickly during gameplay.
- It is reported to be unplayable on the Steam Deck due to control issues preventing progression.
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy 8-bit soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere and complements the retro visuals. Reviewers highlight the punchy sound design that rewards player actions, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience across its 20 levels. Overall, the musical elements are considered a standout feature, adding depth and nostalgia to the game.
“Radioactive Dwarfs has a lot of atmosphere; it has simple cinematics that make its story come alive, a great soundtrack, and the punchy, rewarding sound design for things like shooting, collecting items, getting points, and progressing that a game like this needs to have.”
“An additional atmosphere is provided by its musical accompaniment, which is also made in 8-bit.”
“Everything about this game is great, from the story (like something out of an 80's movie) to the beautiful retro visuals, soundtrack, and gameplay features.”
“The music is catchy but can become repetitive and annoying after a while.”
“While the game has a nostalgic 8-bit style, the music lacks variety and can feel monotonous.”
“The musical accompaniment adds atmosphere, but it often overshadows the gameplay rather than enhancing it.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Radioactive Dwarfs: Evil from the Sewers" is characterized by its retro arcade style, featuring a top-down view and a blend of mechanics reminiscent of classic games like Battle City and Pac-Man. With over 20 levels, including bonus stages that introduce unique mechanics, players can enjoy straightforward yet engaging gameplay complemented by appealing graphics and a catchy soundtrack. However, some enemies may be frustrating at times.
“The game has over 20 levels, and there are bonus levels that have slightly different mechanics from the rest.”
“Everything about this game is great, from the story (like something out of an 80's movie) to the beautiful retro visuals, soundtrack, and gameplay features.”
“Nice graphics and retro gameplay.”
“The gameplay is straightforward but can become repetitive over the course of 20 levels, including bonus and secret levels.”
“The gameplay resembles a mixture of two games: Battle City and Pac-Man, which may not appeal to everyone.”
“While the game has interesting mechanics, the overall experience can feel limited and lacks depth.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their suitability to the modern 8-bit style, featuring beautiful retro visuals and animated graphics that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of 80s movies, which complements the catchy music and straightforward gameplay.
“Nice graphics and retro gameplay.”
“Everything about this game is great, from the story (like something out of an 80's movie) to the beautiful retro visuals, soundtrack, and gameplay features.”
“Synopsis aside, the game has suitable graphics for a modern 8-bit game.”
“I really liked the animated graphics.”
- story4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story of "Radioactive Dwarfs" is engaging and reminiscent of 80s films, centering on a quest to rescue a kidnapped brother from radioactive gnomes in the sewers, driven by a protagonist in a striking red dress. While the narrative is simple and the game is short, it effectively combines atmosphere, retro visuals, and a captivating soundtrack, leaving players satisfied yet eager for more.
“Radioactive Dwarfs has a lot of atmosphere, with simple cinematics that bring its story to life, a great soundtrack, and punchy, rewarding sound design for actions like shooting, collecting items, and progressing.”
“It doesn't last long, but it's cheap, has a fun story and atmosphere, and is short enough to satisfy while leaving you wanting more.”
“According to the story, we play as a beautiful girl in a red dress who is searching for her brother, who was kidnapped by radioactive gnomes in the sewers.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "Radioactive Dwarfs" is characterized by its engaging story, simple yet effective cinematics, and a nostalgic 8-bit soundtrack that enhances the experience. The punchy sound design adds to the overall enjoyment, creating a rewarding environment for players despite the game's brevity. Overall, it delivers a fun and immersive atmosphere that leaves players wanting more.
“Radioactive Dwarfs has a lot of atmosphere; it features simple cinematics that bring its story to life, a great soundtrack, and punchy, rewarding sound design for actions like shooting, collecting items, earning points, and progressing—elements that a game like this needs.”
“It doesn't last long, but it's cheap, has a fun story, and a captivating atmosphere. It's short enough to satisfy while leaving you wanting more.”
“An additional layer of atmosphere is provided by its musical accompaniment, which is crafted in 8-bit style.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth or engagement.”
“Despite the 8-bit musical accompaniment, the overall ambiance fails to create a compelling experience.”
“The game’s environment is dull and lifeless, making it hard to immerse myself in the world.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from a playful misunderstanding of character design and dialogue, particularly the portrayal of gnomes or dwarves, which some players find amusingly reflects a disdain for "manlets." This unintentional comedic effect adds a layer of humor that resonates with certain audiences.
“I know that they're meant to be gnomes or fantasy dwarves or whatever, but the creators' minimal understanding of English led to the impression that she really just hates manlets, and that's funny to me.”
