Satellite Rush

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Satellite Rush is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Plug In Digital and was released on November 16, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Satellite Rush is a sci-fi top-down shooter with pixel art graphics and Roguelike elements. Take control of an abducted office worker and blast through Satellite Moebius, a space gladitorial arena where you'll have to please the audience to get new itens and survive!

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

Satellite Rush is a fun and addictive twin-stick shooter with a unique crowd mechanic that rewards aggressive play.
The game features charming pixel art and a catchy soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.
It offers a challenging gameplay loop with randomized levels and a variety of power-ups, making each run feel fresh.

The game suffers from a lack of content, with limited enemy types and upgrades, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Controls can feel clunky and unresponsive, making it difficult to maneuver effectively during intense action sequences.
The difficulty spikes can be frustrating, with some encounters feeling unfairly challenging due to the game's mechanics.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay in this title is engaging and addictive, drawing comparisons to "The Binding of Isaac" with its easy-to-learn, hard-to-master design. Players navigate a top-down shooter environment featuring rogue-lite elements like permadeath and randomized levels, while the audience meter mechanic and boss-related challenges add variety and depth. Despite some repetitiveness, the game maintains a humorous retro vibe and offers enough diversity in combat mechanics to keep players entertained.
- “The gameplay is addictive and it builds upon strong design principles: easy to learn, hard to master.”
- “Considering you’ll be able to keep the alien crowd entertained, the gameplay will vary a lot; one second you’ll be firing rockets from afar against enemies that explode when they die, and the next second you’ll pick up a shotgun and have to get close to the enemies for the bullets to actually hit them.”
- “It manages to keep the gameplay diversified enough so that you don’t feel like you’re doing the same thing over and over (even though you kind of are), and the game seems to go towards a humorous retro setting.”
- “The gameplay is very similar to The Binding of Isaac, but it offers little variety.”
- “In terms of gameplay, Satellite Rush is pretty straightforward and anyone that has played Isaac or any other game in this genre will feel right at home.”
- “It manages to keep the gameplay diversified enough so that you don’t feel like you’re doing the same thing over and over (even though you kind of are) and the game seems to go towards a humorous retro setting.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics of the game are characterized by vibrant pixel art that effectively creates an engaging atmosphere, complemented by a fitting soundtrack. While the initial colorful visuals and unique setting draw players in, some reviewers note that the gameplay can become repetitive and clunky, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics and sound design are praised for enhancing the game's appeal, despite concerns about content depth.
- “The atmosphere (graphics, sound, and handling) is good and draws you in.”
- “Good pixel artwork, nice soundtrack (especially the samba track), you will smile all the way to the slaughtering arena!”
- “The graphics, sound, and atmosphere are almost perfect for the game in its present state.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is highly praised for its enjoyable and fitting soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience, particularly with standout tracks like the samba. While some find the game somewhat shallow, the combination of a great soundtrack and appealing pixel art contributes to a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
- “Despite being somewhat shallow, the game is still very enjoyable, offering a great soundtrack as well as achievements which are very fair and not grindy.”
- “These features are complemented with a great looking set of pixel art, a pretty fitting soundtrack and what could be described as a retro inspired sci-fi setting.”
- “Good pixel artwork, nice soundtrack (especially the samba track), you will smile all the way to the slaughtering arena!”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty fitting, but it doesn't stand out or leave a lasting impression.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users noting that the graphics, sound, and overall handling create an immersive experience. The thoughtful level design complements the atmosphere effectively, contributing to a nearly perfect ambiance.
- “The atmosphere (graphics, sound, and handling) is good and draws you in.”
- “The graphics, sound, and atmosphere are almost perfect for the game in its present state.”
- “The level design has been carefully thought out and meshes quite well with the atmosphere.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a blend of space-themed humor and a retro aesthetic, with players appreciating the comedic cut-scenes that enhance the experience. While the gameplay may feel repetitive, the humor helps maintain engagement and variety.
- “It's a Smash TV thing, but with space humor.”
- “It manages to keep the gameplay diversified enough so that you don’t feel like you’re doing the same thing over and over (even though you kind of are), and the game seems to lean towards a humorous retro setting.”
- “I really like the introduction cutscenes when you load the game – they’re funny!”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be manageable and fair, with achievements that do not require excessive effort. While some consider the gameplay to be somewhat shallow, the overall experience remains enjoyable, bolstered by a great soundtrack.
- “Despite being somewhat shallow, the game is still very enjoyable, offering a great soundtrack as well as achievements that are very fair and not grindy.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers emphasize that a broader variety of arenas and level designs is essential for enhancing the game's long-term replayability, suggesting that diversity in gameplay environments keeps players engaged over time.
- “A much wider selection of arenas and level styles seems crucial for long-term replayability.”