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Red Button

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84%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
89% User Score Based on 45 reviews

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Red Button is a single player tactical turn-based strategy game with a historical theme. It was developed by Орлов Александр (МОРЯЧОК) and was released on October 15, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Get ready to take part in the world war! It depends only on your choice who you will be - a winner or a loser! It's time to press the red button!

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89%Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews
music3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game is simple to play at first and provides an increasing challenge that is always satisfactory.
  • It has a fun and interesting concept, with enjoyable quick gameplay.
  • The addition of Chinese language support is appreciated, making it accessible to a wider audience.
  • The game lacks a proper tutorial, making it difficult for players to understand the mechanics.
  • Visual quality is low, resembling outdated Flash games, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • Gameplay can feel shallow and repetitive, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.

  • gameplay

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    40% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions

    Gameplay involves balancing offensive and defensive strategies, particularly in bomb-making, which adds a layer of risk. While some players find the quick gameplay enjoyable, many criticize it for being shallow and reminiscent of a flash game, suggesting that with more polish and depth, it could become more engaging. Overall, it offers a few hours of entertainment but lacks complexity.

    • “Gameplay consists of choosing a defensive strategy and an offensive strategy, bearing in mind that it takes several turns to make a bomb, and bomb making is a defensive strategy, so making bombs puts you at risk (while also necessary for success).”
    • “The quick gameplay is enjoyable, and I would love to see a more detailed, in-depth version of this game.”
    • “Gameplay is as shallow as the technical delivery here... this looks and feels like a flash game.”
    • “Very simple strategy elements and gameplay, and with more polish it could become something fairly entertaining.”
    • “Gameplay isn't great but worth a couple hours of time.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some users praise the soundtrack as enjoyable, others criticize it as subpar, especially given its $4 donationware price tag.

    • “The soundtrack is absolutely amazing!”
    • “The music really enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The beats are catchy and keep you engaged throughout the game.”
    • “The game isn't truly free either, as there's a 'donationware' $4 USD price tag for the terrible soundtrack.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -67% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users appreciating the nostalgic retro pixel art style, while others criticize it for being outdated and lacking customization options. Additionally, there is a desire for more impactful visuals, such as a celebratory end graphic, to enhance the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that truly bring the game world to life.”
    • “The art style is beautifully crafted, blending realism with a unique aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The environments are richly designed, making exploration a visual delight with breathtaking landscapes and immersive settings.”
    • “A choice was made to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “Resolution and controls are locked, and can't be changed or customized to improve the visuals or the control experience.”

  • atmosphere

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is noted for its creepiness, which significantly enhances the overall experience. Users emphasize that this unsettling ambiance is a key element that contributes to the game's impact.

    • “Without the creepy atmosphere of that game, it would have fallen flat.”
    • “The atmosphere felt lifeless and uninspired, lacking any real tension.”
    • “I expected a haunting ambiance, but instead, it was just dull and forgettable.”
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Red Button is a tactical turn-based strategy game with historical theme. Common tags for Red Button include turn-based, politics, indie, linear, pixel graphics and others.

Red Button is available on PC and Windows.

Red Button was released on October 15, 2021.

Red Button was developed by Орлов Александр (МОРЯЧОК).

Red Button has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Red Button for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Red Button is a single player game.

Similar games include Rogue Agent, Insider Trading, Crown and Council, Evil Democracy: 1932, Armoured Commander II and others.