REDSHOT
- August 1, 2022
- wiseyoungfool
It’s not the most precise or compelling 2D Metroidvania, but what REDSHOT lacks in subtlety it makes up for in likeability.
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features satisfying combat and fluid movement mechanics, with a well-implemented bullet time system that enhances gameplay.
- The graphics and music are impressive, creating a charming atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
- Despite some challenges, the game offers a lot of content and is a labor of love from a one-man development team, showcasing great potential.
- The game suffers from bugs and crashes, which can significantly hinder the experience and enjoyment.
- Inventory management and level design are criticized for being cluttered and unpolished, making navigation and item usage frustrating.
- Balancing issues arise as certain weapons and mechanics become overpowered, trivializing boss fights and reducing overall challenge.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its fluid movement and satisfying combat mechanics, particularly the jump-slo mo-combat and bullet time features, which enhance the overall experience without feeling overpowered. However, some players feel that the spammability of the bullet time mechanic can detract from boss fights, suggesting potential adjustments to balance its use. Overall, the game is considered fun and engaging, with mechanics that other developers could learn from.
“The jump-slow-mo combat mechanic is very nice; weapons and movement feel good.”
“I would go so far as to argue that the movement mechanic is very fluid, and other developers should take notes.”
“Fun game with satisfying combat and movement mechanics.”
“Of course, this isn't exactly needed; just something to make the mechanic less spammable during boss fights without completely gutting it.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with many users describing it as captivating and integral to the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as full of "absolute jams" that enhance gameplay and keep players engaged from start to finish. Overall, the combination of beautiful environments and incredible music creates an immersive atmosphere that players find hard to resist.
“The music kept me wanting to play!”
“Music is great from start to finish and the environments are awesome to see and experience.”
“Beautiful world, incredible music, extremely smooth controls, and with lots of hidden loot, what more could you ask for?”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as lackluster and unengaging, with players expressing frustration over gameplay bugs that disrupt quest progression and interaction with characters. Overall, the narrative seems to be overshadowed by technical issues, leading to a negative experience.
“The story... exists, I guess.”
“Even after leaving the sand worm area, he would still constantly spawn the HP ups which made it so that I could no longer speak to him and do quests for him, and I also had to avoid getting within 10 feet of him out of fear that he would walk up to me and force me to alt F4 again.”
“After doing the sand worm quest with Miles, he started infinitely spawning HP ups which would lock me in one place and force me to alt F4 the game.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics have received high praise, with players expressing being thoroughly impressed during their initial playthroughs, highlighting the visual quality as a standout feature of the game.
“From the graphics to the music, I'm blown away in the midst of my first playthrough.”
