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SLAYERS FOR HIRE

92%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
stability, monetization
92% User Score Based on 234 reviews

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"Slayers for Hire" is an action-packed, top-down shooter game set in a dystopian world. As a mercenary, players must complete contracts for clients while battling hordes of enemies and bosses. The game features a variety of weapons, character customization, and upgrade options to enhance gameplay and replayability.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 234 reviews
gameplay28 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features smooth and crisp movement mechanics, making it enjoyable to play.
  • It has a unique character design and gameplay mechanics that differentiate it from other platform fighters.
  • The developers are actively engaged with the community and show promise for future updates and content expansion.
  • Currently, the game feels barebones with only a couple of characters and limited content available.
  • There are issues with the training mode and online matchmaking, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
  • Some mechanics, like the focus attack, may feel overpowered or unbalanced, requiring further adjustments.
  • gameplay
    86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its fluidity, depth, and unique mechanics, such as the "focus attack" replacing traditional shield mechanics, which adds a fresh twist to the platform fighter genre. Players appreciate the crisp movement and combo systems, though some find the learning curve steep without adequate tutorials. Despite being in early access with limited content, the core gameplay is considered polished and rewarding, making it a promising alternative to established titles like Super Smash Bros. Melee.

    • “The core gameplay and fundamental build of this game is one thing above others: grounded yet expressive, and that's all I really wanted out of these melee-influenced games but never landed the mark like this game does.”
    • “The gameplay feels fluid, and once you figure out the differences to other traditional platform fighters, it makes a lot of sense.”
    • “I really love the fluidity of the movement system and the depth of the game's mechanics allows for lots of creativity.”
    • “Some issues I see with the shield mechanic, while not inherently bad, feels strange, especially how little lag the 'dodge roll' from block has. It's also a strange choice to have special moves and smash attacks combined.”
    • “Right now, this mechanic seems too strong; it's too easy to just spam focus to avoid getting combo'd.”
    • “There is a training mode, but nothing that really explains the mechanics or combos.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful artwork, unique character designs, and slick movement, while others find the overall aesthetic bland and characters blending too well with the backgrounds. The vibrant neon elements and engaging visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing despite some criticisms. Overall, the art style is generally well-received, enhancing the fast-paced and technical nature of the game.

    • “The artwork is beautiful, the music is catchy and keeps you engaged, and it's obvious that the developers spent so much time making sure that the game flows beautifully and works, and each character is unique and interesting to play as.”
    • “Really slick movement and a great art style.”
    • “An excellent platform fighting game, fast paced and technical with an awesome art style.”
    • “The aesthetic is incredibly bland and inoffensive; Blizzard sure did strike gold with Overwatch, and I will never not dislike it.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy and engaging, enhancing the overall experience alongside the beautiful artwork. Players appreciate the attention to detail in both the soundtrack and sound effects, which contribute to the game's immersive flow and character uniqueness. Overall, the combination of art and music is described as gorgeous and well-crafted.

    • “The artwork is beautiful, the music is catchy and keeps you engaged, and it's obvious that the developers spent so much time making sure that the game flows beautifully and works, and each character is unique and interesting to play as.”
    • “The art and music are both beautiful, to boot.”
    • “The characters are original, the combos are creative, and the art and music are absolutely gorgeous.”
  • character development
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is marked by extremely unique and diverse character designs that stand out from other platform fighting games, offering players a fresh experience. However, some characters are perceived as muted in their design, leading to a focus on core gameplay fundamentals rather than expressive individuality. Overall, the game provides significant potential for combo creativity and mobility, enhancing the character development aspect.

    • “Extremely unique character design - each is very different and unlike anything in any other platform fighting game.”
    • “The mobility of melee, new features, unique character design, and extreme room for potential with combos both true and free flow.”
    • “Icons characters were very muted in character design, meaning you're simply playing the core fundamentals of the game but not being very expressive.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is reported to have some bugs, but none are considered game-breaking, indicating a generally stable experience for players.

    • “A bit buggy, nothing game-breaking so far.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a low advertising budget and a small development team, yet it successfully evokes a unique experience that sets it apart from mainstream 'smash clones.' This suggests a focus on quality over aggressive monetization strategies.

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