Sass VS Fash: Girlballs of Steel
- January 2, 2023
- JMAA Games
Get on Steam"Sass VS Fash: Girlballs of Steel" is a retro-style FPS game set in the Fourth Reich of Johannland in 2025. As Joan Marie , players must escape from Castle Johannstein, where they were imprisoned after a failed assassination attempt on the Führer, Johann Weiss. The game features fast-paced, action-packed nazi-killing gameplay with a mix of supernatural and modern political elements. The mission is to ultimately assassinate the Führer and defeat the fascist armies.
Reviews
- The graphics are visually appealing, offering a modern take on retro-style games reminiscent of Wolfenstein 3D.
- The shooting mechanics and controls are generally smooth, providing a decent gameplay experience.
- The game has potential as a foundation for a fun retro throwback shooter if more content and polish are added.
- The game is extremely short, with only one level that can be completed in just a few minutes, making it feel more like a demo than a full game.
- There are significant technical issues, including broken settings menus and unresponsive controls that hinder gameplay.
- The developer's questionable history and the game's unfinished state raise concerns about its future development and overall value.
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their impressive retro style that combines modern elements, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic games like Wolfenstein 3D and Doom. Overall, the visuals are considered strong, and the controls are reported to be mostly smooth.
“The graphics look really great; it's a retro style with a modern feel, paying homage to Wolfenstein 3D. It feels more like Doom, which is my favorite.”
“The graphics are good, and the controls are mostly smooth.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate significant dissatisfaction with the game's stability, highlighting issues such as bugs and an overall sense of being unfinished. Players express frustration over the lack of polish and completion, which detracts from their gaming experience.
“How about don't be lazy and finish the damn game? We bought this so we can play it, but you showed nothing but a lackluster, short, buggy, and unfinished game.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as decent but somewhat generic, featuring a metal soundtrack that fits the boomer shooter genre. While it may not stand out, it complements the overall gameplay experience adequately.
“The music is fine, a bit generic metal music, but it fits well with the overall vibe of the game.”
“The sound design is decent, enhancing the gameplay experience.”
“The music complements the action, making it a decent boomer shooter game to enjoy.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's story is seen as a personal passion project by its creator, an ex-alt-right figure, and is currently unfinished. While it draws comparisons to Wolfenstein, it aims to offer a unique experience for players seeking an alternative narrative, particularly those interested in supporting the developer's journey of redemption.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in the narrative.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or depth.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and effective, featuring solid shooting mechanics and fast movement, though it lacks innovation.
“The gameplay is straightforward but effective, featuring solid shooting mechanics and fast-paced movement.”
“The controls are responsive, making it easy to navigate through the action.”
“The gameplay offers a satisfying blend of challenge and fun, keeping players engaged throughout.”
“The gameplay is nothing innovative, but it gets the job done with solid shooting and fast movement.”
“The mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
“The level design is repetitive and lacks variety, leading to a monotonous experience.”
