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Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星

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58%Game Brain Score
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82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星 is a single player action game. It was developed by MOSS Co., Ltd. and was released on October 31, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Raiden NOVA reinvents the classic vertical shooter as a dynamic twin-stick 2D shooter, allowing full 360-degree aiming and dodging. Players level up to customize weapons and upgrade ships, battling through intense stages with strategic freedom. Featuring all Raiden aircraft, it challenges players to master epic, relentless battles.

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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
stability3 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Raiden NOVA offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience, blending elements of the Raiden franchise with survivor-like mechanics that allow for ship upgrades and leveling up during runs.
  • The game features a unique twin-stick shooter format that allows for free movement around levels, providing a fresh take on the traditional Raiden gameplay.
  • The soundtrack is well-received, with classic Raiden tunes enhancing the overall experience, and the game runs smoothly without major technical issues.
  • The game suffers from a lack of content, with only 6 stages in Arcade mode and limited variety in upgrades and ships, leading to a repetitive experience.
  • Visuals are subpar, with low-resolution graphics and no options for display settings, making it feel outdated compared to modern standards.
  • The pricing is considered too high for the amount of content and quality offered, with many reviewers suggesting it should be significantly cheaper.
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for being subpar, with low-resolution textures and low-poly models that fail to impress, especially for a title released in 2024. Players noted the lack of graphical options, including a fixed 720p resolution, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the poor readability of in-game elements and a lack of visual innovation contribute to a disappointing presentation that feels uninspired and outdated.

    • “The longer you can keep a run going, the more fun it becomes, as your weaponry grows to spectacular levels (which is why they were forced to keep the graphics simple, to sustain 60fps on the Switch).”
    • “Apart from better graphics, I do find myself wishing for a few quality-of-life features, though.”
    • “Japanese games tend to be dropped and then abandoned, so I'm not hoping for a patch that'll address these things, but I certainly hope for a Raiden Nova 2 with much better graphics, more polish, and better playtesting.”
    • “The presentation is pretty poor; there's not been a great deal of effort put into the English translation. Readability of projectiles and pickups on the map is overall pretty poor, there's no kind of stage-setting for anything that's actually happening, in-level missions are very uninspiring and bland (defeat 400 enemies, defeat the huge enemy). The graphics are pretty abysmal and low-resolution, and worst of all, even though this is a PC port, there are absolutely no graphics or display options - you can't even change the display resolution.”
    • “As a straight Switch port - a handheld Switch port - the game runs at a fixed 720p resolution, and the graphics are just subpar, with low-poly models and low-res textures.”
    • “The only thing I ask for is to please add graphics options, because 720p is a bit low resolution for a game released in 2024 (where 1080p and sometimes even 1440p displays are ridiculously cheap compared to previous pricing).”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Raiden Nova combines elements of survivor-like mechanics with traditional shoot 'em up (shmup) features, allowing players to level up and upgrade their ships during runs. While the gameplay is described as engaging and addictive, the overall experience is marred by poor presentation, lackluster visuals, and minimal content, making it less appealing for fans of classic Raiden games. Players seeking a true shmup experience may want to look elsewhere, as the game leans more towards a roguelike format reminiscent of Vampire Survivors.

    • “Raiden Nova also introduces survivor-like mechanics to the franchise where you level up after killing enough enemies and can choose from multiple options to upgrade your ship during a run.”
    • “Nice mixture of vampire survivors and shmup gameplay mechanics.”
    • “Gameplay is engaging and addictive, so the grind isn't that much of a standout.”
    • “The presentation is pretty poor; there's not been a great deal of effort put into the English translation. The readability of projectiles and pickups on the map is overall pretty poor, and there's no kind of stage-setting for anything that's actually happening. In-level missions are very uninspiring and bland (defeat 400 enemies, defeat the huge enemy). There are only 2 game modes with 6 maps. The intro movie that plays whenever you boot up the game is literally just demo gameplay. The graphics are pretty abysmal and low-resolution, loading times are abysmal even running from a gen4 m.2, and worst of all, even though this is a PC port, there are absolutely no graphics or display options - you can't even change the display resolution.”
    • “There is nothing here for Raiden veterans other than familiarity with weapons that existed in Raiden V, and even then it isn't the same because you have such a big zoom for the gameplay field that you probably won't be able to see the details for some of the weapons at all.”
    • “If you want classic Raiden gameplay, buy Raiden IV instead.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding in the game to be excessive, as unlocking and upgrading ships requires significant effort, leading to a repetitive experience where many ships feel similar. While grinding can facilitate character progression, it may deter players from continuing due to the time investment needed to achieve meaningful upgrades. Overall, the grind is seen as a core aspect of the game, but it risks alienating those who prefer a more streamlined experience.

    • “The ships you unlock and upgrade with heavy grinding all play more or less the same.”
    • “It really sucks that something so necessary for making quick progress in this game is so grindy that a lot of people won't want to play anymore by the time they get those things unlocked.”
    • “Grindy, but that's the name of the game.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is criticized for its poor presentation and lack of depth, with uninspired missions and minimal context for the gameplay. The English translation is lacking, and the overall experience is marred by low-quality graphics and technical issues, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.

    • “The presentation is pretty poor; there's not been a great deal of effort put into the English translation. The readability of projectiles and pickups on the map is overall quite poor, and there's no kind of stage-setting for anything that's actually happening. In-level missions are very uninspiring and bland (defeat 400 enemies, defeat the huge enemy).”
    • “The intro movie that plays whenever you boot up the game is literally just demo gameplay, and the graphics are pretty abysmal and low-resolution. Loading times are terrible, even running from a Gen 4 M.2, and worst of all, even though this is a PC port, there are absolutely no graphics or display options - you can't even change the display resolution.”
    • “There are only 2 game modes with 6 maps, which feels extremely limited and does not provide a compelling experience.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its quality, featuring a kickass soundtrack typical of Raiden titles, with notable classic tunes in the last stage. Players appreciate the blend of Go Sato's music and the game's unique aesthetics, enhancing the overall experience while emphasizing the value of shmup skills.

    • “The sound and music are great, especially in the last stage which features some classic Raiden tunes.”
    • “Of course, the kickass soundtrack you would expect in a Raiden game made by Moss is present.”
    • “I really enjoy the combination of a Vampire Savior clone with Go Sato's music and cooler aesthetics, where shmup skills actually have value.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “While the soundtrack has potential, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
    • “The audio quality is subpar, with some tracks sounding muffled and poorly mixed.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game demonstrates excellent stability, with users reporting a smooth experience and no significant issues encountered during gameplay.

    • “Runs great without any issues.”
    • “The game maintains a smooth performance throughout, with no crashes or glitches.”
    • “I've experienced consistent stability, allowing for an uninterrupted gaming experience.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users note that the game offers significantly less content and charm compared to similar survivor-style games, resulting in lower replayability despite a higher price point.

    • “When you compare this to similar survivor-style games like Vampire Survivors or Death Must Die, there is substantially less overall content, charm, or replayability, but the asking price is up to 6x higher.”
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Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星 is a action game.

Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星 is available on PC and Windows.

Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星 was released on October 31, 2024.

Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星 was developed by MOSS Co., Ltd..

Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星 has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its stability but disliked it for its graphics.

Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星 is a single player game.

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