Soul King

About Soul King

Soul King is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by CakeNeq Games and was released on November 15, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Reach out and connect. Fight through tight retro FPS levels to free dreamers from captivity. Build your army of free people until you're powerful enough to take on the Soul King itself.

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92%Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Engaging and intriguing story with dream-like dialogue that adds depth to the gameplay.
Fast-paced, fun core gameplay loop with constant pressure to advance, featuring weapon swapping mechanics that reduce downtime.
Charming retro-style aesthetics, well-designed characters with unique personalities, and a satisfying blend of story, art, and system.

Some collision issues and level design (e.g., wall clipping) can cause frustrating deaths or softlocks, which feel like oversights.
Weapon reload times and sprint mechanics may feel slightly sluggish or punishing for players aiming for optimal performance.
Minor bugs such as strange player/wall collisions and buggy menu buttons detract somewhat from the polished experience.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The story is praised for its intriguing, dream-like dialogue and earnest, engaging narrative that complements the gameplay well. While some players prioritize gameplay over story, many appreciate the thoughtful integration of story elements with art and system design, making the experience immersive and enjoyable.
- “I met these folks at Comicon, the story is so cool and I am just starting but it is so reminiscent of 'I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream.' The dream-like dialogue is already so intriguing.”
- “And the story is surprisingly good and very earnest.”
- “I was very impressed with how well the aesthetics of its art, story, and system worked together in this game.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging core loop of advancing quickly to avoid danger, combining constant pressure with dynamic level navigation and timely enemy elimination. Players find this forward-moving, action-focused gameplay both fun and effective, often valuing it more than the story.
- “The core gameplay loop is pretty fun as you are constantly under pressure to advance through the levels to avoid dying by the wall behind you.”
- “The gameplay loop of always going forwards while winding around the levels and taking out enemies as soon as possible just works super well.”
- “I didn't pay much attention to the story, but the gameplay is what matters in my opinion.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Users praise the graphics for their impressive integration with the game's art, story, and system, creating a cohesive and visually appealing experience.
- “I was very impressed with how well the aesthetics of its art, story, and system worked together in this game.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music in the game occasionally syncs well with the combat cadence, creating a satisfying and immersive experience.
- “Sometimes the cadence of combat and the music just lined up in a satisfying way, too.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The game's stability is somewhat compromised by classic game maker issues, including occasional player/wall collision glitches and buggy menu buttons, which may affect the overall experience.