Robot Resistors
- October 20, 2022
- crablacksmith.studios
- 15h median play time
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Reviews
- The game features unique pixel graphics and a fun robot theme, with a diverse roster of characters and interesting weapon mechanics that encourage strategic gameplay.
- The gameplay is engaging and challenging, with varied enemy designs and mechanics that keep players on their toes, making each run feel unique.
- The developers are active and responsive, showing promise for future content updates and improvements, which adds to the game's appeal.
- The experience orbs disappear quickly, which can be frustrating and limits build variety, making the gameplay feel less rewarding.
- Some players find the gameplay to be shallow and repetitive, with a lack of depth in character builds and weapon effectiveness.
- The game suffers from balance issues, with slow weapon mechanics and a UI that some players find messy and hard to navigate.
- gameplay15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players enjoying the solid core loop and variety of enemies and power-ups, while others find it shallow and frustrating due to design errors. The experience can be both fun and stressful, but there are criticisms regarding the lack of depth and compelling mechanics. Overall, while some appreciate the engaging action and aesthetics, others feel the gameplay falls short of expectations.
“Gameplay was fun for me and a little stressful in a good way.”
“The core gameplay loop is solid.”
“Realy fun game, love the art and just can't get enough of the action-packed gameplay!”
“Unfortunately, there are so many basic design errors that make the gameplay frustrating that the grind to see endgame has no appeal.”
“All of these types of games have removed the disappearing orbs style of gameplay for a reason.”
“Context: 100% completion after ~15 hours of gameplay as of patch 1.1.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a unique pixel art style that some players find strange yet appealing. Many reviews highlight the beautiful visuals and aesthetically pleasing textures, reminiscent of old-school arcade games, contributing to an overall positive impression of the game's artistic direction.
“The graphics are nice, the sound is good, the story is similar to Vampire Survivors (i.e. non-existent), and it seems like there will be more unlocks/additions as the game is developed.”
“Graphics are beautiful, music is awesome, and gameplay is what you want from a game like this.”
“This game has strange, but unique pixel graphics.”
“Seriously sick old-school arcade graphics.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its retro style, complementing the beautiful graphics and enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the old-school vibe, noting that it effectively captures the essence of the genre.
“Retro style is done really well with props to the art and music in the game.”
“Graphics are beautiful, music is awesome, and gameplay is what you want from a game like this.”
“Music has an old school vibe I dig too.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game to be manageable, with some enjoyable hidden achievements that add a puzzle element. However, many feel that the overall experience can be tedious and lacks the engaging quality of other similar titles.
“This game is tedious and just doesn't hit like the other vs clones.”
“Nothing is too grindy to unlock, and some of the hidden achievements are neat little puzzles.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as minimal and somewhat lacking, akin to that of "Vampire Survivors," but there is an overarching narrative that connects the stages. Players appreciate the potential for future expansions and unlocks that may enhance the storytelling experience.
“I liked that there was an overarching story that linked the stages together.”
“The graphics are nice, the sound is good, and the story has potential for development as the game progresses.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly noted for its smooth performance on the Steam Deck.
“Runs great on the Steam Deck as well!”
“The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
“I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs, which makes for a smooth gaming experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game begins with a strong and engaging introduction, featuring creative character and boss designs that enhance the overall experience, making it a worthwhile play.
“The character development is incredibly engaging, with each level introducing new abilities that feel meaningful and impactful.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel significant and rewarding.”
“The depth of the characters' backstories adds so much richness to the gameplay, making me invested in their journeys.”
