SOLAR CAGE

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SOLAR CAGE is a single player action game. It was developed by Scuffed Games and was released on December 21, 2021. It received negative reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept combining parkour and shooting mechanics, which can be satisfying when executed well.
Despite its flaws, the game is free to play, demonstrating the developers' confidence in their work and providing value without upfront costs.
Some levels show potential with interesting gameplay elements and a decent soundtrack, making for an engaging experience at times.

The game is plagued by numerous technical issues, including frame drops, clipping problems, and poor optimization, making it frustrating to play.
Controls are often unresponsive and finicky, leading to a lack of precision in a movement-focused game, which can detract from the overall experience.
Level design is inconsistent, with many areas being visually unappealing and lacking clear indicators for platforming, resulting in confusion and frequent deaths.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as fluid and engaging, combining elements from games like Neon White and Ghostrunner, with a unique one-bullet mechanic that adds both fun and occasional frustration. While the character design draws inspiration from Ultrakill, the overall experience is considered decent, supported by an interesting story and solid shooting mechanics.
- “The story is interesting, the gameplay is fluid, and the visuals are pretty cool.”
- “I mean it doesn’t play like Ultrakill; the gameplay feels more like Neon White and SEUM combined with a mix of Ghostrunner because of the one-life mode and enemies. However, the character design and the feel of the character is basically V1 from Ultrakill.”
- “I mean it doesn’t play like Ultrakill; the gameplay feels more like Neon White and SEUM combined with a mix of Ghostrunner due to the one-life mode and enemies. However, the character design and the feel of the character is basically version 1 from Ultrakill.”
- “Gameplay overall seems decent.”
- “There’s also a shooting mechanic that works well; you have only one bullet.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are criticized for their low-quality, low-poly assets and poor filters, leading to frequent frame drops. While some users find the visuals appealing, the lack of graphic settings and overall performance issues detract significantly from the experience.
- “The story is interesting, the gameplay is fluid, and the visuals are pretty cool.”
- “The graphics aren't great; low poly, low quality assets and poor filters.”
- “The game constantly drops frames, and there are no graphic settings or any settings at all, just a volume slider and mouse sensitivity.”
- “This game runs poorly and has no graphics settings whatsoever.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is engaging and intriguing, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, though some players find the interaction prompts for additional story elements inconsistent. Additionally, the repetitive steps required after each death can detract from the immersion.
- “The story is interesting, the gameplay is fluid, and the visuals are pretty cool.”
- “An adrenaline rush and an intriguing story so far.”
- “Some levels have a hidden red screen – a data log with extra story bits, but the problem is that the prompt to interact doesn’t show up.”
- “There are unnecessary steps between deaths; you need to click on the reboot button and then again on skip story, which shows up every single time.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as generic techno, which some players find acceptable but not particularly memorable. While the soundtrack complements the gameplay, it does not stand out, and the one bullet mechanics add a fun yet occasionally frustrating element to the experience.
- “The soundtrack is actually okay; it's just generic techno music, and while the one-bullet mechanics are fun, they can also be frustrating.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is noted to be reminiscent of Ultrakill's design, while the gameplay mechanics draw inspiration from titles like Neon White and Ghostrunner. Players feel that the character's essence is retained, despite the different gameplay style.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly engaging, blending elements from various titles to create a unique experience.”
- “The character design and feel are reminiscent of the original Ultrakill, adding depth to the gameplay.”
- “The combination of gameplay mechanics and character traits makes for a compelling narrative and player connection.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonist.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me wanting more complexity.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in character progression makes the experience feel linear and unengaging.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have noted that the game's optimization needs improvement, indicating that performance issues may hinder the overall experience.
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frustrating performance issues.”
- “I was really disappointed with the optimization; it feels like the game wasn't tested properly on various hardware.”
- “The game runs poorly even on high-end systems, which is a clear sign of poor optimization.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report frequent glitches, particularly during sliding mechanics, which can lead to getting stuck and necessitating a restart or game quit. Overall, stability issues significantly impact the gameplay experience.
- “There are so many glitches while sliding that you often get stuck, leaving you with no choice but to restart or quit the game.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay, forcing me to reload my save multiple times.”