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"Space - The Return of the Pixxelfrazzer" is an open-world sci-fi hack'n'slash game with procedurally generated infinite worlds. Players explore and destroy asteroid fields, spaces stations, and planets to gather resources for upgrading ships. The game offers various weapon upgrades, active abilities, quests, cool physics, and random music, with local co-op available using an Xbox360 controller. It's a feature-rich and immersive game experience.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game offers a charming and addictive experience with a vast, procedurally generated universe that encourages exploration and discovery.
There is a high level of customization available for weapons and ship upgrades, allowing players to tailor their gameplay experience.
Despite its retro graphics, the game is well-crafted and provides hours of fun, making it a great value for its price.

The game can become repetitive over time, with limited missions and a grindy feel as players progress.
Some players may find the lack of clear instructions and plot to be a drawback, as it requires figuring out mechanics on their own.
While the game is fun, it may not appeal to everyone due to its simplistic combat and graphics, which some might consider lacking depth.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The gameplay is characterized by numerous surprises and engaging mechanics, offering a polished experience with a mix of RPG elements and procedural generation. Players appreciate the customization options and the ability to adjust difficulty, although some note a potential grind as content may feel limited after extended play. Overall, the game provides a solid 5+ hours of enjoyable gameplay, with a visually appealing style and smooth mechanics.
- “Lots of customization, manually scaling difficulty, smooth and tight gameplay.”
- “This game should be worth way more; it's got polished, well-constructed gameplay, and hours of fun to be had.”
- “I was expecting to have finished it and figured out the pixelfrazzer by this point (about 10 hours of gameplay), but I have not yet. It is on the edge of feeling grindy at this point as I haven't seen much new stuff in the last few upgrades of difficulty, but I will give it a few more hours and see how it goes.”
- “It's asteroids with some light RPG mechanics on top and a procedurally generated world every time you play.”
- “Great graphic style, interesting upgrades, freeform play in an open play field, lightly punishing death mechanic, choose your own difficulty on the fly.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game features charming pixellated graphics that pay homage to retro styles while showcasing impressive attention to detail. Players appreciate the vibrant graphic design and the engaging visual elements that complement the gameplay, despite the limited number of missions that can become repetitive. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fun and immersive experience.
- “Great graphic style, interesting upgrades, freeform play in an open play field, lightly punishing death mechanic, choose your own difficulty on the fly.”
- “Graphics are retro, but with a lot of attention to detail.”
- “Lovely pixellated graphics, small, few missions (that soon become repetitive), but very fun overall.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is characterized by a limited number of missions that quickly become repetitive, though players find the overall experience enjoyable. The charming pixelated graphics add to the appeal, but the narrative depth is lacking.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted that the grinding aspect of the game can feel tedious, especially after several hours of gameplay without significant new content or upgrades. While some are willing to continue playing to see if it improves, the repetitive nature of the tasks is becoming a concern for many.
- “I was expecting to have finished it and figured out the pixelfrazzer by this point (about 10 hours of gameplay), but I have not yet. It is on the edge of feeling grindy at this point as I haven't seen much new stuff in the last few upgrades of difficulty, but I will give it a few more hours and see how it goes.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game initially feels unusual to players, but it tends to become more enjoyable and appreciated over time.
- “Music feels weird at first, but you grow to like it.”