Shiperoids
- August 9, 2016
- Frizzank
Get on Steam"Shiperoids is a 2D space shooter inspired by 80's arcade classics, where you must survive waves of enemy ships trying to ram you. As the game progresses, the ship population increases in each wave. With simple and chaotic gameplay, the goal is to last as long as possible in the face of the endless onslaught."
Reviews
- The game is very affordable and offers a fun, addictive experience for its price.
- Controls are simple and responsive, making it easy to pick up and play.
- The aesthetic is visually appealing, and the game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic arcade games.
- Gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with no endless mode available.
- There are frustrating pauses between levels that disrupt immersion and flow.
- The game can be challenging to the point of frustration, especially for those not accustomed to old school mechanics.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is structured around a level system where players eliminate ships to progress, but it suffers from frustrating pauses between levels that disrupt immersion. While the aesthetic is appealing and the game is enjoyable for its low price, many players feel it lacks depth and replayability, leaving them wanting more from the overall experience.
“The gameplay works on a level system, where you have a number of ships you need to eliminate and a new level is reached, with geometrically more ships to destroy.”
“Yes, you aren't getting top-notch graphics or gameplay, but for the price it is at, it is a very fun and addictive game.”
“From a purely objective standpoint, it leaves me wanting more in terms of gameplay and replayability.”
“The transition should be seamless; instead, the gameplay is paused for several seconds, and you're caught waiting for nothing.”
“The gameplay is lacking, and the weird pauses in gameplay completely destroy any immersion or focus.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as aesthetically pleasing, especially considering its low price point, but they are not top-tier and leave some players wanting more. While the visuals may not impress everyone, the overall experience is enjoyable and addictive, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans of retro-style games.
“I have to say the aesthetic is very pretty, and realistically there's not much reason to complain for a $1.09 game on sale for half a buck.”
“Yes, you aren't getting top-notch graphics or gameplay, but for the price it is at, it is a very fun and addictive game.”
“My scoring using my standing Steam indie game scoring criteria gives this game a respectable 88% score (value: 40/40; fun: 24 out of 30; controls & bugs: 20/20; and graphics and sound: 4 out of 10). I consider this game a high recommend to most arcade game fans who appreciate a good old school style game.”
“The graphics are quite underwhelming, lacking detail and polish, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“While the game has a charming aesthetic, the graphics feel outdated and could use a significant upgrade to meet modern standards.”
“The visual presentation is disappointing, with bland textures and a lack of variety that makes the game feel less engaging.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability, particularly for multiplayer sessions with friends, though some players feel it lacks depth and variety in gameplay, leaving them wanting more despite its low price.
“Has lots of replayable content and is great for playing with friends.”
“The aesthetic is very pretty, and for a $1.09 game on sale for half a buck, it's hard to complain; however, I do feel it leaves me wanting more in terms of gameplay and replayability.”
“I have to say the aesthetic is very pretty, and realistically there's not much reason to complain for a $1.09 game on sale for half a buck; but from a purely objective standpoint, it leaves me wanting more in terms of gameplay and replayability.”
“After finishing the game, I felt no urge to play it again. The lack of different endings or meaningful choices really diminishes its replayability.”
“While the initial experience was enjoyable, I quickly realized that there isn't enough content to justify multiple playthroughs.”
