Red Algorithm

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Red Algorithm is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Flare Labs and was released on June 15, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Can you survive alone against hundreds of monsters? It's not easy. Try out Red Algorithm, a simple yet intense 2D top-down shooter with RPG elements. Pick up weapons, upgrade them, get new perks, and use powerful bonuses. Try out several different heroes against dangerous evil creatures.

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Single-Player

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game is fun and enjoyable, providing a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic flash games.
It features a variety of mechanics and RPG elements that add depth and replayability, making it engaging for players.
The developer is responsive and actively seeks feedback, showing promise for future improvements and updates.

The game can be overly difficult and frustrating, with RNG elements leading to runs that can end unexpectedly.
There are significant issues with controls and balance, including awkward aiming mechanics and some weapons being less effective than others.
The game requires DLCs to fully experience, which can be frustrating for players who cannot access them anymore.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as both challenging and complex, featuring a variety of mechanics that can create frustrating situations for players. While some appreciate the depth and fun of the mechanics, others criticize certain elements, such as random bullet spawns and counterintuitive decisions, which detract from the overall experience. The minimalist art style is also noted as a poor match for the gameplay's intensity.
- “After a bit more gameplay, I realize this game is rather in-depth, with many mechanics all coming together to create a hellish challenge for those willing to take it.”
- “Mechanics are a little weird but very fun.”
- “If you want an idea of the gameplay, feel free to check out my Twitch.”
- “Way too many things that make the game harder, without actually adding anything to the gameplay.”
- “I found this game mechanic utterly frustrating, for it makes me take counterintuitive decisions where I run away from a single savage hugging me to aim at a pack of enemies instead.”
- “Love the game and just don't like the random bullet spawn mechanic; I would rather have it like a '1942' by Capcom situation for splash weapons.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, with limited progression that requires significant effort to achieve. The presence of costly DLC aimed at reducing grinding further highlights the game's reliance on this mechanic, leading to frustration among users. Overall, the grinding experience is marred by poor design choices and a lack of guidance.
- “The rest of the game isn't much better, with really weird UI issues such as the hit indicator not being aligned with the borders of the screen and taking up a bunch of screen space instead, a general lack of instructions and tutorials, poor sound effects, and limited yet extremely grindy permanent progression.”
- “To top it all off, this free game maker game has over 20€ of DLC, with one said DLC having no purpose but to reduce grinding by doubling the drops of a specific resource.”
- “Conversely, you’ll curse at your screen with teeth grinding every time your gun jams when you need it the most.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's UI is visually appealing, often outshining the in-game graphics, which some players feel could benefit from an overhaul, particularly with improved particle effects and shadows for the 2D characters.
- “The UI aesthetic is pleasant for the eyes, and it surprisingly looks better than the game itself.”
- “The graphics could benefit from an overhaul, especially with improved particle effects and shadows for the 2D characters.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a character development system that allows players to earn points with each level, which can be used to enhance various skills, adding depth to the gameplay experience.
- “The shooter features a character development system where players earn points with each level, allowing them to enhance their skills strategically.”
- “I love how the character development system rewards you with points at every level, enabling a personalized approach to skill enhancement.”
- “The depth of the character development in this game is impressive; each level-up feels meaningful as you can tailor your skills to fit your playstyle.”
- “The character development system feels shallow and uninspired, lacking meaningful choices that impact gameplay.”
- “I was disappointed by the limited options for character growth; it feels like a missed opportunity to create a more engaging experience.”
- “The progression system is overly simplistic, making it hard to feel a sense of achievement as you level up.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its humor, which adds an entertaining layer to the challenging gameplay, particularly during the intense late waves of enemy swarms.
- “This game is hilarious, especially when the late waves of enemies swarm you in unexpected ways.”
- “The humor in this game keeps you laughing, even when the difficulty ramps up with challenging enemy waves.”
- “I love how the game balances tough gameplay with a sense of humor that makes every defeat feel entertaining.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, largely attributed to its challenging nature and the influence of random chance, which keeps each playthrough fresh and engaging.
- “Surprisingly difficult with a good deal of replayability due to random chance being a significant factor.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game is stable and largely free of bugs, especially considering its no-cost price point and accessible yet challenging gameplay.
- “All things considered, we have a seemingly bug-free game for the modest price of $0, featuring an easy-to-learn yet hard-to-master learning curve.”