Soundodger+

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Soundodger+ is a single player survival shooter game. It was developed by onemrbean and was released on October 11, 2013. It received very positive reviews from players.

Soundodger+ combines the twitchiness of bullet hell shooters with the sonic thrills of rhythm games to create a wholly unique experience. Studio Bean has updated the original Adult Swim Games title with all-new tracks, controller support, and a fully-featured level editor.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 802 reviews

music252 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features an amazing soundtrack with a variety of genres, enhancing the overall experience.
Soundodger+ combines rhythm and bullet hell mechanics in a unique and engaging way, providing a fun challenge.
The level editor allows for creativity and replayability, enabling players to create and share their own levels.

The auto-generation feature for custom levels is often criticized for not syncing well with the music.
Some players find the game repetitive after a while, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
The game can be frustratingly difficult, especially for those who struggle with rhythm-based gameplay.

music
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The music in Soundodger+ is widely praised for its exceptional quality and variety, featuring a diverse range of genres from electronic to classical, which enhances the gameplay experience. Players appreciate how the bullet patterns are choreographed to the rhythm of the music, allowing for a unique interaction between sound and gameplay. However, some users express frustration with the auto-generated levels, noting that they often fail to sync well with the chosen tracks, detracting from the overall musical experience.
- “And the music... jeez it's so good - great composers and really original songs that are very different from each other while still fitting together as one whole OST.”
- “The songs set the tone for every level because the movement patterns of the projectiles match the song's tempo and tone.”
- “This game is the best at keeping you in tune with your favorite music.”
- “This isn’t me saying I hate Soundodger's music, it’s me saying that I hate how the mechanics of Soundodger make its music unpleasant to listen to.”
- “Getting hit by one distorts the music and slows it all the way down before quickly speeding it back up, all but guaranteeing that you’ll get hit again.”
- “I don’t know if they didn’t play it before releasing it or if they just didn’t see an issue with a music-based game where you can’t really hear the music unless you deliberately gimp yourself.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of Soundodger+ is characterized by its simplicity and engaging mechanics, allowing players to dodge bullets in sync with a dynamic soundtrack. It features unique elements like a slow-motion mechanic and a level editor, enhancing creativity and replayability. While some find the gameplay repetitive at times, the overall experience is described as addictive and enjoyable, making it a strong choice for fans of rhythm and bullet-hell genres.
- “The gameplay is simplistic, but in a really good way; nothing is over-explained while everything is still clear.”
- “The mechanics are on-point, the gameplay is smooth and simple, and the in-game level editor gives people the opportunity to get creative and have fun.”
- “With great music, cool gameplay, and challenging levels, this game will keep you entertained for a while!”
- “The gameplay is very simple and doesn't have any real depth but is consistently engaging to me.”
- “I'm sure it gets challenging but the tracks were dull and the gameplay wasn't great.”
- “The mechanics are extremely simple, dodge bullets with your mouse until the song ends.”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some users noting a simplistic aesthetic reminiscent of flash games, while others praise the stunning visuals and smooth animations, particularly at 60 fps. Many reviewers highlight the beautiful and clean vector graphics that enhance the overall experience, creating a zen-like atmosphere that complements the game's music. Overall, the visuals are described as stylish and engaging, contributing significantly to the gameplay experience.
- “Stunningly beautiful visuals evoke feelings of zen and raw wow factor.”
- “It combines the best aspects of bullet-hell type games with a great soundtrack and hyper-clean visuals that are absolutely stunning on high resolutions.”
- “The sound is amazing, controls are fast and responsive, visuals are clean and stylish and the gameplay is fun and just puts you into a zen-like state of flow and enjoyment that is the nicest thing I've experienced in a long time.”
- “You could argue that the aesthetic in this game looks a bit like a Flash game.”
- “But I thought that the visuals would be a little like Audiosurf, which constantly changes color.”
- “Apropos, while graphics of games are hardly paramount, I feel compelled to mention the game's 60 fps setting.”
replayability
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The game boasts significant replayability, primarily due to its complex level editor that allows players to create custom tracks and levels using any music, enhancing the overall experience. While the auto-generated content and included songs also contribute to replay value, some users note that the editor's learning curve and performance issues can detract from the experience. Overall, it is highly recommended for fans of music and bullet-hell genres, offering nearly infinite replay potential.
- “The game is fantastic if you ignore auto-gen; the songs that come with it are incredible and easily replayable for hours.”
- “You can also make your own levels with any music, adding a lot of replay value.”
- “I'd give it a 9 or 9.5/10; overall it's fun, but the bugs and bad performance make it less enjoyable despite the editor adding replayability.”
- “Overall, I would say this is a must-have if you are into music or bullet-hell games, and with endless replayability, I would strongly recommend this to anyone.”
- “Also, this game has a nearly infinite amount of replayability due to its auto-generation and editor mode.”
story
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The game primarily emphasizes gameplay over story, with some users noting that while a narrative exists, it is minimal and not the main focus. Overall, it is seen as suitable for quick sessions rather than a deep storytelling experience.
- “The game focuses solely on gameplay, lacking any meaningful story.”
- “There is a story, but it takes a backseat to the gameplay.”
- “The story is virtually non-existent.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is notably poor, primarily due to its Flash-based architecture, which leads to significant performance issues even on high-end systems. While the game offers enjoyable content and replayability, the presence of bugs and subpar performance detracts from the overall experience.
- “Despite looking like a very simple game, this game is just so performance heavy.”
- “It's built from the ground up, and you better just hope it's optimized and polished enough to run on low-end systems.”
- “I'd give it a 9 or 9.5/10; overall it's fun, the editor adds replayability, but bugs and bad performance make it less enjoyable.”
- “Despite looking like a very simple game, this game is just so goddamn performance heavy.”
- “It's built from the ground up and you better just hope it's optimized and polished enough to run on potatoes.”
- “First, it's made in Flash, so it's bound to have performance problems, even if you have a monster computer.”
grinding
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Reviews indicate that the game features varying levels of grinding, with some players noting it as a minor aspect while others find it to be quite significant. Overall, the consensus suggests that grinding is a recurring element, potentially impacting the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Some grinding can be enjoyable and rewarding.”
- “It can feel a bit grindy at times, but it adds to the overall experience.”
- “There's a lot of grinding involved, which can be satisfying for those who enjoy it.”
- “a lot of grinding”
- “a bit grindy... sometimes”
- “some grinding”
humor
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The humor in the game is described as somewhat amusing, but ultimately undermined by poor design choices, such as the inclusion of dubstep and erratic bullet movement, which detracts from the overall comedic effect.
stability
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The game is visually appealing, but it suffers from significant bugs that affect its overall stability.
- “The game overall looks pretty, but unfortunately is pretty buggy.”