Space Panic Defense
- November 24, 2017
- Xefier Games Inc.
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"Space Panic Defense" is a futuristic tower defense game that combines action and strategy elements. Players can choose from 12 different towers with special abilities and defend against 12 types of enemies. Upgrading towers and earning experience points to level up and unlock new towers adds depth to the gameplay. The game boasts high-quality 3D graphics and effects for an immersive experience.
Reviews
- The game features nice graphics and a variety of tower designs, making it visually appealing.
- It offers a decent amount of gameplay for a low price, providing fun for a few hours.
- The developer has shown responsiveness to player feedback and has made improvements since the beta.
- The game is very limited in content, with only a few levels and no real progression or goals.
- There are significant technical issues, including uncustomizable controls and a lack of resolution options.
- The presence of in-app purchases and the overall design make it feel more like a cash grab than a fully developed game.
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their creativity and visual appeal, with comparisons to titles like Defense Grid 2. However, some users note a lack of resolution options and graphics customization, leading to a perception of imbalance in gameplay. Overall, the visuals are considered a significant improvement over the mobile version.
“Very challenging, creative design, great visuals!”
“The graphics are nice, sort of reminiscent of Defense Grid 2.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“The graphics of this version are much better than on mobile.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn criticism for resembling a cash grab, with players facing a pay-to-win model that encourages in-app purchases for additional content. While some users feel that purchases are unnecessary, the overall sentiment suggests a negative perception of the game's monetization practices, likening it to scams and asset flips.
“The game does have in-app purchases, but there really is no need to purchase anything.”
“You get 2 levels to play, but (wait for it lol) you can make in-app purchases to buy coins with real money, and you can use these coins to buy 2 more levels.”
“Pay to win, $$$$$ in-game purchases $$$$ avoid like the plague.”
“There's no evidence, so we need to give the benefit of the doubt... regardless, asset flip or not, the quality here is indistinguishable from many asset flip/cash grab scams, and that's a problem in itself.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its energetic soundtracks that enhance the gameplay experience, with some players expressing a preference for different genres, such as trap over techno. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it highly recommended by users.
“Great use of the power of the Unity engine, with nice soundtracks that keep you pumped up while you play.”
“I absolutely love this game style, and the music is great. I would highly recommend this game!”
“The music really enhances the gameplay experience and keeps the energy high.”
“I wish the game had trap music instead of techno, but that's just my opinion haha.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be excessively grindy, suggesting that a speed-up feature, such as x100, would significantly improve the experience by reducing the time spent on repetitive tasks.
“It's a very grindy game.”
“The grinding nature of the game makes it feel tedious; it would be good to have a x100 speed option.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of direction, as players feel there are no goals or narrative elements to engage with, leaving only the leveling system as a focus.
“There are no goals, no story, nothing to achieve except for your level.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks any real depth or engagement.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, making it hard to stay invested.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and suitable for short sessions, allowing players to earn in-game currency through continuous play. However, there is a significant drawback as the option to purchase diamonds with this currency is non-functional, forcing players to spend real money instead.
“Great quick game to kill time during breaks, and you can accumulate in-game currency through continuous gameplay.”
“The gameplay is engaging and keeps you coming back for more.”
“The mechanics are intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
“The feature to purchase diamonds (for added perks) with accumulated in-game currency doesn't work and only allows you to pay real money for them.”
“Gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
“The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
