RetroGunX
- September 5, 2017
- AppsByBrats
Get on SteamMiss playing those 8-bit, button-bashing, classic arcade-style cabinet and cartridge games from the 70s and 80s? Ever wanted to experience the intense action from the point of view of the hero within the game? Now you can, in VIRTUAL REALITY.Take down wave after wave of unique enemies, each with their own style of movement and attack, and reminiscent of the art style (graphics capability) of the d…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- RetroGunX perfectly captures the nostalgic feel and sound of classic arcade games, making it a fun experience for fans of retro gaming.
- Each wave introduces unique enemies with different attack patterns, providing a diverse and engaging gameplay experience.
- The developer is actively engaged with the community and shows a willingness to improve the game based on player feedback, indicating strong potential for future updates.
- The game suffers from a significant grind to unlock and upgrade weapons, which can become tedious and frustrating for players.
- There are technical issues, including crashes and low frame rates, which detract from the overall experience.
- The removal of the soundtrack due to copyright issues has negatively impacted the audio experience, leaving it feeling incomplete.
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their vibrant, colorful style that effectively evokes a retro aesthetic, enhancing the overall gaming experience. However, some users report performance issues, such as low frame rates during recording, despite high performance in other games with advanced graphics mods. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, contributing to the enjoyment of the gameplay.
“The sound effects and graphics are so totally evocative of that era.”
“It's bright, colorful graphics and 8-bit sound style are fun and refreshing, and although a wave shooter, every wave has completely different enemies.”
“In Retrogunx, there is no shield, it makes sense to switch weapons during waves instead of only between waves due to their slow recharge time, and you tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block them or dodge them... so I have no problem owning and playing both, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
“And while recording, I got low FPS even though I can get 90+ while recording Fallout 4 VR with vivid Fallout all-in-one, 4K Pip-Boy, and 4K graphics mods installed.”
“In Retrogunx, there is no shield. It makes sense to switch weapons during waves instead of only between waves due to their slow recharge time (without their upgrades unlocked), and you tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block them or dodge them... so I have no problem owning and playing both, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The removal of the soundtrack due to copyright issues has significantly detracted from the audio experience, leaving players feeling that the game's sound is lacking and unsatisfactory. Many users express a strong desire for the reintroduction of a proper soundtrack, alongside other improvements.
“Recently the soundtrack was removed to get rid of a copyright claim, which has left the audio feeling pretty horrible.”
“So all in all, it needs a soundtrack, optimizations, better and more weapons, and bug fixes.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Retrogunx emphasizes strategic weapon switching during waves due to slow recharge times, encouraging players to focus on shooting incoming shots rather than blocking or dodging. This design choice fosters innovative mechanics and enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable alongside its graphical appeal.
“In Retrogunx, there is no shield, which makes it necessary to switch weapons during waves instead of only between them due to their slow recharge time (without their upgrades unlocked). You tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block or dodge them, so I have no problem enjoying both, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
“This often leads to great innovations and clever mechanics.”
“In Retrogunx, there is no shield, which makes it necessary to switch weapons during waves instead of only between them due to their slow recharge time (without their upgrades unlocked). You tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block or dodge them.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal, primarily revolving around the objective to "kill everyone," which many players feel is secondary to the action-oriented gameplay. Overall, the lack of a deep narrative is not a significant drawback for those seeking a shooting experience.
“There isn't much of a story except 'kill everyone,' but you didn't come here for a story; you came here to shoot things, and shoot things you shall.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be fun and challenging, but the lack of updates has led some to recommend purchasing it only at a significant discount.
“It still is super fun and challenging, but the lack of updates and the grinding involved make me now say buy on deep, deep sale, but then get an awesome game and deal.”
“The grinding is excessive and feels more like a chore than a rewarding experience.”
“After a while, the constant grinding just becomes tedious and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
