Spaceguy

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Spaceguy is a single player action game. It was developed by Light Soft and was released on February 15, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Spaceguy" is a hardcore shooter game with classic gameplay reminiscent of the nineties, featuring pixel graphics and a dynamic soundtrack. Players must navigate through levels to find keys and escape, while managing limited resources and battling fierce enemies. The game offers a challenging and nostalgic experience for shooter fans.

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Single-Player

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48%

Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Some players found the game to be a fun throwback to classic FPS gameplay reminiscent of early 90s titles.
The game is lightweight, taking up minimal storage space, which some players appreciated.
A few users enjoyed the humor and charm of the alien characters.

The controls are severely broken, making it impossible to move and shoot simultaneously, leading to a frustrating experience.
Many players reported that the game is unplayable due to oversensitive mouse controls and lack of customization options.
The game is criticized for being a low-quality asset flip with poor graphics and gameplay mechanics.

gameplay
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The gameplay of Spaceguy is reminiscent of classic first-person shooters from the early 90s, featuring simple, sprite-based shooting mechanics on small 2D levels, akin to Wolfenstein 3D. Players can expect straightforward, nostalgic FPS action that emphasizes simplicity and retro design.
- “Spaceguy brings back the classic FPS gameplay from the early 90s.”
- “I have to be honest here, I have put some time into the game to get to know it better and to feel what the gameplay feels like.”
- “Gameplay consists of simple single-plane FPS shooting sprite-based enemies on small 2D levels, just like Wolf3D.”
- “Simple Wolf3D style gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is reported to be highly unstable, with numerous bugs leading to a frustrating experience for players. Many users express regret over their purchase due to these issues.
- “It's super buggy, and I don't know how I bought this game or why I ever bought this.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant lag and glitches that ruin the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted to be a highlight, particularly with the amusing design of the aliens, despite the overall frustration with gameplay mechanics.
- “The aliens look funny, which adds a great touch of humor to the game.”
- “The quirky dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud.”
- “I love the playful puns and silly character designs that keep the mood light.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received praise for its quality, particularly noting the inclusion of tracks by well-known artists like Megadeth; however, it is criticized for being presented in a MIDI format. Overall, while the music stands out as a highlight, it is not original to the game.
- “The only thing that is good in this game is the music, but it does not belong to the game authors.”
- “I hope music authors like Megadeth know that their tracks are used in this game as MIDI melodies.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The sound quality is poor, and the music doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise them as awesome and integral to the overall experience, others criticize them as low-resolution and poorly executed, likening them to subpar asset flips with locked settings.
- “Everything about this game is awesome, from the graphics to the controls, and let's not forget the storyline.”
- “The graphics are horrible, low-resolution 'pixel' trash, just like every other raycasting game maker asset flip.”
- “Resolution and controls are locked and can't be changed, which adds to the frustration with the graphics.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The storyline of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting it as an integral part of the overall experience, complementing the impressive graphics and controls.
- “Everything about this game is awesome, from the graphics to the controls, and let's not forget the storyline.”