Rick Henderson

72%
Game Brain Score Based on 26 reviews
  • music
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Rick Henderson is an endless horizontal-scrolling shoot 'em up with infinite replayability, a true hommage to 16-bit shooters wrapped in graphics we all loved. Twitch your fingers through five enemy factions and their bosses, upgrade your ship and try to survive through unpredictable space events.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Linux
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  • Xbox
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Reviews

72%
Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
music8 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful pixel graphics and a fantastic synthwave soundtrack, creating an engaging retro atmosphere.
  • Gameplay is enjoyable with a variety of weapons and upgrades, allowing for strategic choices against different enemy types.
  • Boss fights are well-designed with unique patterns, providing a fun challenge that keeps players engaged.
  • The game has been criticized for its similarities to Steredenn, with many elements feeling like a direct copy rather than an original creation.
  • There are issues with key binding and control configuration, making it difficult for players to customize their experience.
  • Some players have noted that the game can become repetitive due to similar enemy patterns and a lack of hull repair options.
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its fantastic synthwave soundtrack that evokes a nostalgic 80s arcade feel. The well-selected background music and sound effects enhance the gameplay experience, contributing to a vibrant atmosphere that complements the colorful pixel graphics. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, elevating the game to a must-play for fans of classic shooters.

    • “The synthwave soundtrack is pretty great and the controls feel very precise and finely tuned.”
    • “Great atmosphere and music, real old school 80s arcade space game feeling :)”
    • “The stunning pixel-based graphics and stellar soundtrack make it an awesome experience.”
    • “Nice but kinda smallish game similar to Sterenden with some ravin' music.”
    • “Music and sound effects: well-selected background music that fits well with the gameplay, as do the sound effects, which are well selected and implemented.”
    • “+ decent music and sound effects.”
  • graphics11 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their vibrant pixel art and retro style, reminiscent of classic arcade games while maintaining a contemporary fluidity. Players appreciate the clear visuals and well-designed boss patterns, which enhance the overall experience alongside a fantastic soundtrack. Overall, the graphics are described as colorful and engaging, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The boss bullet patterns are well thought out and fun to dodge, the bosses themselves have cool designs and the visuals are generally very clear.”
    • “The stunning pixel-based graphics and stellar soundtrack make it an awesome experience.”
    • “I mentioned that it's retro-style, but the fluidity and graphics are quite contemporary and just beautiful.”
    • “The visuals are basic and lack any elaborate design, merely giving a nod to classic arcade games.”
    • “The graphics are retro-style, but the fluidity and overall presentation feel quite contemporary and beautiful.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is a nostalgic tribute to classic 16-bit shoot 'em up games, featuring smooth, endless action and simple controls using WASD or arrow keys. While the lack of initial guidance may catch players off guard, the well-selected soundtrack and pixel graphics enhance the overall experience, making it a worthwhile choice for fans of the genre.

    • “With a great soundtrack, graphics, and gameplay, it teleported me back to the good old times of Amiga when those kinds of shoot 'em up games were popular.”
    • “A fun 16-bit shoot 'em up, which pays tribute to classic endless arcade-style gameplay.”
    • “Smooth endless gameplay, fantastic soundtrack, nice pixel graphics that don't feel recycled, and no-nonsense flow - at this price, it's a no-brainer.”
    • “Gameplay: as soon as you get into the game, you will be thrown off guard because of the lack of pointers and button maps.”
    • “The base gameplay is pretty simple, with its WASD or arrow keys to control the spacecraft's movement.”
    • “- no heads up before gameplay”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is highly praised for its nostalgic 80s arcade vibe, complemented by an engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

    • “Great atmosphere and music, really captures that old school 80s arcade space game feeling :)”
  • stability1 mentions

    The stability of the game has been criticized due to the presence of numerous bugs and glitches, which have negatively impacted the overall user experience.

    • “The game is plagued by bugs and glitches that ruin the experience.”
    • “I encountered numerous stability issues that caused frequent crashes.”
    • “The constant lag and freezing make it nearly unplayable at times.”
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