Slash It

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Slash It is a single player action game. It was developed by EGAMER and was released on December 17, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

"Slash It" is a fast-paced 2D arcade game with six unique game modes. Players must match shapes, press letters, and hit numbers in sync to progress. Challenging easy achievements, trading cards, hiscores, and Steam Leaderboards will keep you engaged for hours. The game features vibrant colors and a simple yet addictive gameplay mechanic.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 466 reviews

music81 positive mentions

grinding8 negative mentions

The game features a surprisingly addictive rhythm-based gameplay with great music and tight controls, making it enjoyable for both short bursts and longer sessions.
It offers a plethora of easy achievements, making it a great choice for achievement hunters looking to boost their profiles.
The game serves as a fun way to practice typing skills and improve reflexes, with multiple game modes that keep the experience engaging.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and can become boring quickly, especially after achieving all the achievements.
The frequent achievement pop-ups can obstruct the player's view, making it difficult to see the next key to press, which can lead to frustration.
Many players feel the game is overpriced for the content it offers, suggesting it should be significantly cheaper or purchased only on sale.

music
142 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
39%
4%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its energetic and catchy nature, particularly in the context of a rhythm or typing game. While some find the soundtrack enjoyable and fitting, others criticize it for being repetitive or mismatched with gameplay, leading to a lack of synchronization. Overall, the music is often highlighted as a strong point, enhancing the gaming experience despite some concerns about volume and variety.
- “The music is great, the controls are tight, and slicing the notes to the beat is incredibly satisfying.”
- “The music kept me pumped and I was seeing myself trying very hard to improve my scores, especially with the letters.”
- “The music is fantastic, easily the best part of the game and well worth the $1 asking price.”
- “They went for a rhythm game and it's a mess of random music with no sequences that follow the audio.”
- “I wouldn't call it a rhythm game as the music does not match up to the gameplay, however.”
- “I realize this game is very cheap but it is just boring; there is no replay value, the music is very repetitive, and you can get in the top 10 scores on your first try.”
gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
57%
11%
The gameplay of this game is characterized by its simplicity and repetitiveness, often described as monotonous and grindy, with many players noting that it primarily involves pressing buttons in a rhythm-like fashion. While some appreciate the catchy soundtrack and the achievement system, others criticize the lack of depth and meaningful engagement, suggesting that the gameplay feels shallow and is hindered by intrusive achievement notifications. Overall, it appeals to casual gamers seeking quick achievements but may not satisfy those looking for a more challenging or immersive experience.
- “From the gameplay to the lore, this game is for casual and hardcore gamers alike.”
- “The sequel offers improved performance, smoother gameplay, and a more refined experience overall.”
- “The electronic music playing in the background adds to the entertaining and challenging gameplay.”
- “The biggest problem, in my opinion, is that the achievement pop-ups get in the way of the gameplay.”
- “Personally, I do not recommend this game because of its repetitiveness and boring gameplay.”
- “There's no meaningful gameplay apart from pressing buttons on your keyboard at the right times.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
58%
18%
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and minimalist, with some users finding them colorful and fitting the game's atmosphere, while others criticize them as low effort and below acceptable standards for PC. Overall, the visuals are seen as lacking depth and interest, with a mix of opinions on their appeal.
- “The visuals are full of color and put you into a sort of trance while you're playing.”
- “It has minimalistic graphics and a nice, relaxing soundtrack.”
- “Graphics aren't fancy but it isn't bad either; it's plain simple and fits the overall game.”
- “Graphics are really bad.”
- “Low effort minimalist graphics, no video or resolution settings, this falls below minimum acceptable for PC.”
- “Graphics in this game are simple, even too simple, because there is not much happening on the screen.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
89%
The reviews indicate that the game features a mix of enjoyable gameplay and significant grinding, particularly for achievements and trading cards. While some players appreciate the fun elements and keyboard training aspects, many find the repetitive nature of grinding tedious, leading to low replayability after completion. Overall, the experience can be enjoyable initially, but the grind tends to diminish excitement over time.
- “The grinding in this game strikes a perfect balance; it's challenging enough to keep me engaged without feeling tedious.”
- “I appreciate the medium level of grinding, as it allows me to progress at a steady pace while still enjoying the journey.”
- “The grind is rewarding and feels meaningful, making each achievement feel well-earned.”
- “An action-arcade game with interesting, yet grindy gameplay.”
- “Sadly, this game has a low replayability after completion (which is a little grindy).”
- “The initial feeling of excitement over something new quickly faded into grinding out the last few achievements, so I should shelve it as a finished game and let it collect dust on my virtual bookshelf.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The story aspect of the game is largely criticized for lacking depth and engagement, with players noting that it feels disconnected from traditional narrative elements found in other typing games. Many reviewers suggest that the game does not prioritize storytelling, making it less appealing compared to competitors like Epistory or Typing of the Dead: Overkill. Overall, the narrative is seen as minimal and not a significant draw for players.
- “Slash It is a game I got in order to complete an unending quest of achievement hunting.”
- “Slash It - certainly the first game this player has seen that has nothing to do with puzzles, or story, or zombies, or even gaming, to a large extent.”
- “The whole franchise is outcompeted by the likes of Epistory or Typing of the Dead: Overkill.”
- “Slash It is certainly the first game this player has seen that has nothing to do with puzzles, or story, or zombies, or even gaming, to a large extent.”
- “I played Slash It 2 before Slash It 1, so I was concerned I'd be confused with the storyline.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the leaderboard options and find enjoyment in the gameplay, many criticize it for being grindy, repetitive, and lacking depth, leading to a low incentive to replay after completion.
- “Technically, it offers an endless amount of replayability if this is the game for you. Overall, I enjoyed what it provided for the price, but it felt like a re-skin of games I've seen in the past.”
- “There is some decent replayability and leaderboard options for those interested.”
- “Sadly, this game has a low replayability after completion, which is a little grindy.”
- “The only thing that I can say that the game lacks is further replayability and lengthened game time.”
- “I realize this game is very cheap, but it is just boring; there is no replay value, the music is very repetitive, and you can get in the top 10 scores on your first try.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it amusing and appreciate the comedic elements, others feel that the overall experience is so poor that it detracts from any potential humor.
- “Pretty funny, and of course, achievements!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and glitches, particularly related to achievement tracking and trading cards. Overall, the experience is marred by these technical problems.
- “Buggy achievement spam trading card garbage.”
- “Small glitches.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its energetic music and polished graphics, creating an engaging experience. However, while it offers a visually appealing environment and a leveling system, it lacks innovative elements that would refresh the concept of typing for fun beyond cosmetic updates.
- “The music creates a fantastic atmosphere while playing.”
- “It has an energetic atmosphere, a polished menu, a leveling system, and crisp graphics, making it a standout title this year.”
- “Sure, it has an energetic atmosphere, a polished menu, a leveling system, and crisp graphics since it is a current year title, but very little is introduced that would be classed as a refreshing revision to the idea of typing for fun outside a plethora of cosmetic changes.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The sequel features enhanced optimization, resulting in improved performance and smoother gameplay, leading to a more refined overall experience.
- “The sequel offers improved performance, smoother gameplay, and a more refined experience overall.”