REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
- October 24, 2014
- Cross Eaglet
- 1h median play time
Get on SteamREVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR is a rail-shooter game with a 360-degree perspective, where players battle against hordes of enemies in frenetic action. The game features a unique reactor mechanic that allows players to slow down time and aim for critical hits. With upgradable weapons, various levels, and a pulse-pounding soundtrack, REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR offers an intense and immersive shooter experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique 360-degree rotation mechanic that adds depth and strategy to the gameplay, allowing players to dodge bullets and line up enemies effectively.
- Visually stunning with a vibrant aesthetic and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Offers a high skill ceiling with a rewarding scoring system, making it addictive and engaging for both casual and hardcore players.
- The overwhelming blue color scheme can make it difficult to track enemies and bullets, leading to confusion during gameplay.
- Lacks a proper tutorial or practice mode, which can make it challenging for new players to grasp the mechanics and progress.
- The game can feel repetitive due to its limited content, with only a few levels and no significant upgrades or customization options.
- gameplay78 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title is characterized by its innovative 360-degree rotation mechanic, which adds a unique twist to the traditional bullet hell genre, allowing players to strategically navigate and clear waves of enemies. While many players appreciate the fast-paced action and rewarding scoring system, some criticize the steep learning curve and lack of a proper introduction to the mechanics, which can lead to frustration. Overall, the game is praised for its stunning visuals and engaging gameplay, though it may not be suitable for everyone due to its intensity and complexity.
“Phenomenal game with amazing features, innovative gameplay (that you'll never see again), multiple paths through the levels, rewarding scoring system, replays, 50 challenges, training mode, smooth frame rate, dynamic leaderboards with replays, no controller or capture issues... in essence the exact definition of underrated.”
“An excellent shooter with an extremely creative and fun rotation mechanic on top of a great scoring system that's easy to grasp, but goes much deeper than you'd think.”
“What makes this game stand out is the rotational mechanic, which is nothing short of inspired, it imposes a learning curve, and with an Xbox or PS pad, you'll be wise to map it to the shoulder buttons, but after half an hour of getting used to it, you'll be swooping back and forth like a pro.”
“Poorly paced gameplay; if you enjoy dying for no reason without familiarizing yourself with the game, or easing into the game, this game's for you.”
“The gameplay is poor, as the game never eases you into the experience.”
“The amateur-designed gameplay and the poor pacing ruin the game.”
- graphics37 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning, futuristic, and cyberpunk aesthetics, often described as beautiful and unique, with a strong emphasis on detail and texture. The visuals are complemented by an excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, although some players noted that the color palette and rotation mechanic can occasionally make gameplay challenging to follow. Overall, the game's graphical presentation is considered a standout feature, especially for an indie title, contributing significantly to its appeal.
“Absolutely stunning visuals.”
“The visuals are all about detail, texture, and flow.”
“The downsides are that the graphical style makes it hard to understand what's going on at certain times (nothing too frustrating, but certainly don't expect to pick everything up on the first play), and there could stand to be a better introduction to the revolving mechanic opposed to throwing you straight into the fire.”
“Graphically, the game has a unique look to it, very reminiscent of the demoscene product 'cdak' by Quite and Orange.”
“The visuals have a matrix-esque vibe to them that are trippy (especially when combined with the rotation mechanic) and beautiful (as long as you don't mind the color blue), and the excellent audio matches the visual vibes.”
- music24 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been widely praised for its energetic and immersive qualities, with a melodic techno/trance soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience and complements the visuals. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to elevate the action, with some describing it as "mindboggling" and "entrancing," while also noting the inclusion of the soundtrack with the game purchase. Overall, the music is seen as a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal, despite some comparisons to other titles in the genre.
“The haunting electro soundtrack -- available for free with your purchase -- fits perfectly with the visuals and how the action dynamically changes during the levels.”
“Musically, this game is incredible, covering a wide range of styles but remaining high quality throughout, and the soundtrack is right there in the game folder.”
“One of the most entrancing soundtracks I've ever heard.”
“My soul is already on fire and the music is a constant stream of gasoline.”
“As is the norm for such Japanese bullet hell games, the music is energetic, electronic, and upbeat; it maintains a strong pace and a good sense of place, but isn't exactly going to reach the heady heights that Ikaruga managed (but then nothing is ever going to manage the soundscape of Ikaruga, let's be fair).”
“Epic gameplay totally mind-boggling stuff with fancy graphics and some pumping music.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Revolver360 offers significant replayability through its multiple routes and unlockable conditions in each stage, encouraging players to explore different paths and strategies. The game's challenging AI and score multiplier mechanics further enhance replay value, making it a standout choice for fans of space-themed platform shooters. Overall, players can expect a rich experience with ample opportunities for high score hunting and exploration.
“I love spacey platform-style shooters; Revolver360 takes it up a level and guarantees replay value with fluent gamepad control and genuinely challenging AI opponents.”
“In addition, each stage has multiple routes, some of which require conditions to unlock, so the stages have a lot of replayability.”
“This combined with the fact that there are many routes to take throughout the meticulously crafted and gorgeous levels (there are even secret routes!) means that there is a ton of player freedom and replay value.”
“In effect, you're flying through a 'cylinder' as opposed to a flat playfield, with enemies swirling all around you, and the landscape forming a three-dimensional tube that often branches and splits, with numerous junctions appearing that will allow you to choose your route. This offers immense replayability as you high score hunt or figure out new routes through various stages.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game lacks a traditional narrative, with players noting that there is no significant story or plot development. However, the design of the stages creates an immersive experience that gives a sense of traveling through a vibrant world. Overall, it is described as an arcade-style game focused more on gameplay than storytelling.
“The way your progression through the stages is designed really makes you feel like you're traveling in a world that feels alive.”
“I played for 4 to 5 hours and I have already completed the story mode and won half the challenges, which can be really challenging.”
“Here's a story about a little ship that lives in a blue world, and all day and all night everything it sees is just blue, both inside and outside.”
“There's no story or plot to it.”
“This is purely an arcade game, which means there is no story and no depth.”
“I played for 4-5 hours and have already completed the story mode, but it feels lacking.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is highly praised, with users expressing confidence that it consistently runs at 60fps or higher throughout gameplay.
“The optimization is top-notch, and I'll be shocked if the game runs at anything shy of 60 FPS the entire time.”
“The game runs smoothly with minimal loading times, showcasing excellent optimization.”
“I've experienced no frame drops, even in the most demanding scenarios, thanks to the superb optimization.”
“The optimization is top-notch, and I'll be shocked if the game runs at anything shy of 60fps the entire time.”
“The game frequently drops below 30fps, making it nearly unplayable during intense scenes.”
“Despite having a powerful PC, I still experience significant lag and stuttering, which is frustrating.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have reported stability issues, particularly freezing when exiting the scoreboard, but solutions are available in the comments section.
“The game frequently crashes when I try to exit the scoreboard, which is incredibly frustrating.”
“I've experienced multiple freezes during gameplay, especially when navigating menus.”
“The stability issues are a major drawback; the game often becomes unresponsive at critical moments.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional response to the game is mixed, with some players finding it enjoyable while others experience discomfort, such as dizziness from the rotation mechanic, leading them to seek refunds. This suggests that the game's emotional impact can vary significantly based on individual sensitivity to its mechanics.
