Sparedevil

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Sparedevil is a single player action game. It was developed by Sludge Pipe Games LTD and was released on July 18, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Sparedevil is an arcade FPS blending classic ’90s bowling alley visuals with fast-paced shooting action. Players aim to obliterate pins, earn strikes and spares, and chain combos to climb the ranks from “D” to “S” with multipliers boosting their scores. Compete globally to dominate the leaderboard and claim the title of Kingpin of Hell’s Alley.

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Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

atmosphere1 negative mentions

Unique and chaotic arcade FPS that combines bowling mechanics with fast-paced gameplay, providing a satisfying experience.
Great visual aesthetic reminiscent of 90s bowling animations, enhancing the overall charm and nostalgia of the game.
Engaging score attack mechanics with a smooth gameplay loop that encourages replayability and skill improvement.

Some players feel the game rewards circle strafing too much, leading to repetitive strategies for survival.
Lack of diverse enemy types and power-ups can make the gameplay feel less exciting as players progress.
Certain mechanics and enemy behaviors are not well explained, which can lead to confusion during gameplay.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique "just throw" mechanic that enhances the bowling experience, encouraging player movement and skillful timing. Players find the mechanics engaging and reminiscent of classic arcade games, with a satisfying and addictive loop that rewards high scores. While the difficulty curve is steep, the chaotic and fun nature of the gameplay, combined with its smooth execution, makes it a standout in its subgenre.
- “The gameplay feels so smooth and satisfying.”
- “The difficulty curve is steep, but it's been fun to improve as I get a better hang of the movement and mechanics, and the madcap chaos really just adds to the bowling alley animation vibe it's going for.”
- “It's got a simple gameplay loop but it has quite a bit of depth; it's very addictive and extremely satisfying when you slide into the motions of strike after strike.”
- “There’s a 'just throw' mechanic to the bowling throw where your ball is supercharged if you charge it just the right amount, which also helps incentivize not just holding down the bowling aim function and coercing the player to move more.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming 90s/2000s bowling animation style, which adds a unique and nostalgic aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the excellent blend of visuals and gameplay, noting that the graphics effectively capture the essence of old-school 3D shooters while contributing to the game's fun and addictive nature. Overall, the visual design is considered a standout feature that complements the game's concept and mechanics.
- “I simply adore the 90s/2000s bowling animation-style graphics; they add a lot of charm and uniqueness that you don’t see in many games nowadays, at least in my opinion.”
- “It's a really good score attack FPS like Devil Daggers, though more digestible. The game has a great concept of combining FPS with bowling, visuals are amazing and capture the 90s CGI look so well I legit thought the pins were pre-rendered at first.”
- “They really nailed the aesthetic of an old-school 3D shooter.”
- “My second critique is I think it could just use a bit more spice to the combat aesthetic, add a few more enemy types, and let the player power-ups last longer.”
- “I am just shallow and simplistic enough to recommend a game based on concept and art style alone.”
- “This is a really fun score attack arena shooter, and it completely nails its visual aesthetic.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its quality and the satisfying sound effects that accompany achieving high ranks. Overall, the sound design enhances the gaming experience.
- “I really love the sound design; the music is nice, and the sound effects feel really satisfying when you achieve an A or S rank.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “Each track perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more intense and engaging.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is characterized by a dark ambiance set in a Greek-style arena, creating an immersive experience that evokes the feeling of being a gladiator in an unconventional bowling alley.
- “The atmosphere feels a little dark while setting you in a Greek-styled arena, which makes you feel like a gladiator in a bowling alley.”