Speakeasy

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 28 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Welcome to "Speakeasy" ,  a fast-paced 2D shoot'em up adventure set against the backdrop of 1930s Chicago. In Speakeasy, you're the last line of defense for an iconic speakeasy against a relentless mafia onslaught. They're not just any enemies; they're creditors turned attackers, determined to settle scores because of the debts you owe. Your mission? Protect your sanctuary using wit, strategy, and…

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
music8 positive mentions
  • The game features great art and music, creating an engaging atmosphere.
  • It has unique game mechanics and thoughtful details that enhance the gameplay experience.
  • As a free game, it offers a fun and polished experience that many players find enjoyable.
  • The gameplay can become frustrating due to enemies overwhelming the player, making it difficult to dodge projectiles.
  • Some players noted a lack of achievements and polish, which could enhance the overall experience.
  • The game defaults to a low resolution, which may detract from the visual experience.
  • music8 mentions

    The game's music is widely praised for its catchiness and quality, enhancing the overall experience and storytelling. Reviewers highlight the thoughtful composition and engaging soundtrack as standout features, contributing to the game's fun and immersive atmosphere. The combination of polished graphics and appealing music creates a cohesive and enjoyable aesthetic.

    • “The soundtrack is really good and was a highlight to listen to as I played.”
    • “The soundtrack is great, and you can tell that a lot of thought went into every little detail.”
    • “Pretty art and music that create an engaging story.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its fun mechanics, polished graphics, and catchy music, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, players feel that the enemy behavior, which causes them to converge on the player, can make dodging projectiles excessively challenging.

    • “The graphics are polished, the music is catchy, and the gameplay is fun.”
    • “The game has great art and music and a few unique game mechanics!”
    • “Overall, the game has great art and music and a few unique game mechanics, but it would benefit from the enemies not all moving directly to the player and gathering at either side of the player's area, as it makes it nearly impossible to dodge all of the projectiles.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics are highly polished and feature a consistent, immersive period art style that enhances the overall experience. Users appreciate the attention to detail, which complements the catchy music and enjoyable gameplay.

    • “The graphics are polished, the music is catchy, and the gameplay is fun.”
    • “Very consistent and immersive period art style, UI, and music.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story is enhanced by beautiful art and music, contributing to an engaging narrative experience.

    • “The beautiful art and music combine to create an engaging story.”
    • “The narrative is captivating and keeps you invested in the characters.”
    • “The story unfolds in a way that feels both unique and immersive.”
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